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ELViS PRESLEY- THE KiNG OF ROCK AND ROLL
Elvis Presley, a man known as the king of Rock and Roll, was a musical influence to many of his fans as well as his fellow artists. He was born on January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi. He began his singing career in 1954 with Sun Records and by 1956, he was an international sensation. He sang with a unique style and voice that combined his diverse musical background with the music culture at the time. His music showed America a whole new generation of music and pop culture.
Not only did Elvis sing, he starred in 33 films, and won 3 grammys and 14 grammy nominations. He sold over 1 billion records more than any other artist and won 150 awards for his albums and singles. Also, he served in the US army without any special priveliges due to his status. Elvis was a very modest man as well as generous and he cared as much for his fans as he did his music.
His many talents, good looks, humor, and charisma pulled millions of fans towards him. He was known all over the world and was seen as one of the most well-known figures of the 20th Century pop culture. Unfortunately, Elvis died on August 16, 1977 in his Memphis home at the age of 42.
FACTS.
full name: ELViS AARON PRESLEY
date of birth: JANUARY 8, 1935
date of death: AUGUST 16, 1977
height: 6'
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OTHER FACTS ABOUT ELVIS PRESLEY.
- was born January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi.
- had a twin brother (Jesse) who died at birth.
- spent his early years in poverty.
- won a talent contest at age 6 singing "Old Shep".
- first played guitar at age 11
- moved to Memphis, Tennessee. in 1948 at age 13.
- after graduation from High School was an usher and truck driver.
- first recorded for Sun Records in 1954.
- had a celebrated career that made him "king" in the music business.
- influenced many other top-name artists such as the Beatles.
- sang mostly ballads and rhythm and blues tunes loved by millions.
- had his 1st hit record with "Heartbreak Hotel" in 1956.
- his 1st movie was "Love Me Tender" in 1956.
- had 107 records on billboard charts.
- had 18 records that were # 1 on the charts.
- did a hitch with the US Army from March '58 through March '60.
- was honored with a lifetime Grammy award in 1971.
- later years were filled with personal disappointment and problems.
- had his last live performance in Indianapolis June 26, 1977.
- died August 16, 1977 at age 42 of heart failure due to prescription drug abuse.
- was inducted into the rock-n-roll hall of fame in 1986
