‘King of Rock’ dared, shocked and won: while Elvis Presley revolutionized musical performances

On August 16, 2025, Elvis Presley’s death will turn 48. Known as the “king of rock and roll”, he revolutionized the way of singing and dance. Shocked and won. Know your trajectory.

Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8, 1935, in a humble house of Tuplo, Mississippi.

Great in a humble family, Elvis soon showed an uncontrollable passion for music.

The small radio of the house was his window on a world of sounds, with which Elvis was already mild with the melodies of blue, town and gospel.

In 1953, at the age of 18, Elvis recorded his first songs at the Sun Records in Memphis, in Tennessee.

At the time, the producer Sam Phillips sought Elvis a sound that joined the audience in black and white.

He realized that by combining the Rauca voice and the unmistakable hip movements of Elvis would have been a perfect formula for success.

With its unique mix of rockabilly, blues and country, Presley brought revolutionary energy and style to the music scene of the time.

Presley published his first success, “That’s All Right” in 1954, and immediately after signed with RCA Victor.

His single “Heartbreak Hotel”, published in 1956, hit the top of the rankings and catapulted it to fame.

From there, he launched a series of successes that have become classic, including “Hound Dog”, “Jailhase Rock”, “Love Me Tender” and “Suspicious Minds”.

His music, which mixed black and white rhythms, was seen as a threat from the conservative society of the time. However, young people embraced him as a symbol of rebellion and freedom.

Elvis’ performances on television were a watershed. Their movements and contagious energy shocked and fascinated the public.

The famous presentation on the program and Sullivan in 1956 is considered one of the most important moments in television history.

His unique style, in tight clothes and long hair has revolutionized the fashion of men. He broke taboo and challenged the beauty standards of the time.

In addition to his musical career, Elvis was also a successful actor, played by 31 films during his career, starting with “Love Me Tender” in 1956.

Despite the mixed criticisms of their acting skills, their films were extremely popular among fans.

Elvis also served in the Armed Forces of the United States, convened in 1958 and serving in Germany until 1960.

During this period, he met Priscilla Beaulieu, with whom he married in 1967 – they separated in 1972. The couple had a daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, born in 1968.

Elvis’ lifestyle, marked by intense performances and a frenetic rhythm of recordings, eventually charged its price. In the 70s, he began to fight health problems, including prescribed drug addiction.

Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977 in his house, Graceland in Memphis, in Tennessee at the age of 42. His death was attributed to heart problems, aggravated by drug abuse.

Over the years, Elvis Mansion in Memphis, Graceland has become one of the most visited tourist places in the United States.

Elvis has left a lasting legacy in popular music and culture. He is one of the most popular artists of all time, with estimated sales of over 500 million records all over the world.