Why was Elvis Presley nicknamed Elvis the Pelvis?
In numerous music videos and performances - most famously his performance of 'Hound Dog' on the Milton Berle show - Elvis would use dance moves in which he vigorously moved his legs and his knees. This of course cause movement of his pelvis and hips. This was sometimes considered offensive and said famous 'Hound Dog' performance on Milton Berle was the landmark of 'Elvis the Pelvis'. Many viewers found it offensive and when he appeared on the Steve Allen show later on that year, Allen made him perform a much more 'appropriate' song (I want you, I need you, I love you) in a tux, without any hip movement. Allen wanted to present Elvis on his show as "The new-improved Elvis Presley" Elvis swallowed his pride, did the bit and left. That's where 'Elvis the Pelvis' came from.
How many copies have been sold of the Elvis Presley album?
elvis presley sold over i milloin copies for his album..all over the world
Who did Elvis copy his black hair from?
Maybe from Roy Orbison?????
Orbison dyed his hair black so that he did not look so homely.
What was Elvis's first 5 movies?
Elvis's first 5 movies he starred in are as follows with year, title, and role.
1956-Love Me Tender-Clint Reno
1957-Loving You-Jimmy Tompkins
1957-Jailhouse Rock-Vince Everett
1958-King Creole-Danny Fisher
1960-G.I. Blues-Tulsa McLean
He starred in over 30 movies and in 1968 he went back to his singing career.
When did Elvis inspire people?
Because he was born and raised in a poor family. In his teens he was a truck driver. From truck driver to super-star, with nary a music lesson, he hit the top. He's an inspiration because he went from the bottom to the top, not because of any special help he got, just because he was the greatest entertainer of the past century.
(I'm not prejudiced, it's the truth.)
GREAT QUESTION by the way.
Due to the fact that Colonel Parker had previously sold Elvis entire back catalog of music to RCA a few years prior, and Colonel Parker was taking 9 dollars to every 1 he gave Elvis on the marketing pictures/souvenirs/etc., and the outstanding loans on Graceland Elvis Estate was worth (on August 16, 1977) approximately $100,000.00 (one hundred thousand dollars).
Elvis had insomnia, sleep apnea, and was prone to sleep walking throughout his entire life. On August 16, 1977 Elvis could not sleep and went into his bathroom to read as to not disturb his girlfriend (i.e. Ginger Alden). Elvis suffered a massive heart attack and died at the age of 42.
Did Elvis Presley study music?
I am not sure what this question means , but he read spiritual books on a regular basis. Some of his favorite books were The Bible, The Prophet, and The impersonal life. He was introduced to Karate during the 1950s and continued to study that throughout his life. He was studying to become an electrician before he signed with Sun Records and changed history as we know it.
Elvis really enjoyed old southern foods. Such things included sweat potatoe salad, biscuts and gravy, and fried peanut butter and banana sandwhiches.
Preceding his taking the stage was "Also Sprach Zarathustra (Theme from 2001: A Space Odyssey)" and the lead-in to his entrance and assuming the spotlight was the beginning of (most often) "C.C. Rider", or "That's All Right."
Elvis presleys date of birth and death?
Elvis Aron Presley was born on January 8, 1935
Elvis Aaron Presley died on Ausust 16, 1977
And I spelled the middle names differently on purpose, his parents originally spelled his middle name as Aron, he later planned to change it to the biblical spelling Aaron, this is why he is known as Elvis Aaron Presley.
Did Elvis Presley ever meet Ronald Reagan?
There is no published record of Elvis meeting Robert Redford in person.
I don't think that is how you spell the famous Elvis Presley's name above, unless you're asking about some unknown whose name really is spelled that way. Elvis Presley , the famous guy, only had one wife before he died and actually when he died, she was his ex-wife. Her name was Priscilla Presley, mother of Lisa Presley. Also, now that Elvis Presley is dead, he has no wife because the Bible says we are not married to each other in heaven.
What songs were on elvis' first album?
Well one of the songs was "Blue Moon Kentucky". I know because I did I report on him once for school.
What is the musical form of the song Hound Dog by Elvis Presley?
"Hound Dog" is a classic example of 12-bar blues. The song has two verses, which are repeated multiple times throughout the song in alternating order, sometimes punctuated by instrumental solos.
What was the name of the studio where Elvis Presley paid 8.53 for his first song?
Elvis walked right up to Sun Studio, laid down $3.98 on the table and said he wanted to record "That's Alright Mama."
Did Elvis Presley go to Egypt?
There is no known account of Elvis ever going to Disney World which opened up on October 1, 1971 in Orlando Florida.
What is the value of very old Moms Mabley 33' vinyl records?
The value of old Moms Mabley 33 1/3 RPM records in excellent condition will depend on who is buying them. A collector of this type of record might pay $10 or more per album. The price of vintage items usually depends on what a buyer is willing to pay.
How much is the 1993 Elvis Presley complete stamp collection 9918 worth in mint conditon?
The value of stamps is determined by their value and rarity. The value for a 1993 Elvis Presley complete stamp collection in mint condition is between 99.00 and 130.00 as of 2014.
How old was priscilla when elvis died?
Priscilla met Elvis, and they felt an immediate mutual attraction, in Germany when she was 14 years old. Their relationship was never "exclusive" but developed over a period of time until May 1, 1967 when they became husband and wife.
When was Elvis Presley drafted into the army?
Elvis was drafted by the US Army in December of 1957. Elvis was 22 at the time but would turn 23 the following month on January 8, 1958.
Elvis was discharged from the US Army honorably, achieving the rank of Sargent, in March of 1960. Elvis was 25 at the time.
Who sold more records Elvis or Michael Jackson?
Michael Jackson is the most successful artist of all time
During their career, theses are the top three.
Michael Jackson 750 Million
Beatles 540 Million
Elvis Presley 385 Million
After Elvis' died and Beatles split, compilation albums and other releases were sold
-Elvis holds more SINGLES achievements in USA
-Michael holds more ALBUM achievements in USA and Worldwide
-Elvis Presley achieved his success in USA
-Michael Jackson surpasses Elvis' sales in every other country on the globe
-Michael has more records and achievements than any other artist in history
What were Elvis early musical experiences?
Same as alot of other people, worked odd jobs to help his family, chased girls, hung out with his friends, sang and picked his guitar