Oasis vocalist pointed out specific feature that, in his view, prevents this title to the deceased American singer in 1977
Over its two decades of career in music, Elvis Presley received a series of nicknames and nicknames. The best known name, however, became “Rock King”. Who has never heard the star, deceased in 1977, to be defined in this way?
The origins of the title are uncertain, but one of the first people to define Elvis in this way was the journalist Bea Ramirez. In a text published in the newspaper Waco News-Tribuna On April 19, 1956, the reporter defined the singer as “The King of Rock ‘N’ Roll of the Nation”. At the time, the artist was only 21 years old. The following month, it was the turn of the newspaper Memphis Press-Scimit refer to Presley as “The New King of Rock ‘N’ Roll”.
However, nickname generates disagreements. There are those who think it is not fair to characterize the artist in this way. One of these people is Liam Gallagher.
In an interview of 1996 to Melody Maker (via Far Out), the vocalist of Oasis He revealed not to believe that Elvis deserves the title of “King of Rock,” explained the reason and even pointed out who would be the true “King” or “Kingo,” as the younger ones would say: John Lennon. He said:
“Elvis never composed a song in life, isn’t it? I don’t think he was the king, but John Lennon. I just like Lennon’s cross. But, on second thought, Paul McCartney composed ‘Helter Skelter’which was an amazing song. ”
The passion of the brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher For the Beatles, by the way, it was never a secret to anyone. The influence is perceived in much of the Oasis repertoire. In the same interview of 1996, the singer highlighted:
“The Beatles speak to me totally. I mean, it’s not that they talk to me; music just channels, especially Lennon’s.”
Elvis Presley refused title from “King of Rock”
Although he gave in to the charms of fame several times, Elvis Presley was notorious for having a simple personality, typical of someone born within the US state of Mississippi and had a humble origin. It didn’t seem to combine with him a nickname, right?
It’s right there – and a situation serves as an example. In 1969, Elvis could feel the effects of his “return.” After spending years dedicated to an actor career that yielded many questionable quality films, the singer filmed a TV special for the NBC that marked his return – no wonder, the recording is usually cited by the subtitle ’68 ComeBack Special.
Willing to resume his space as a relevant artist, Elvis announced in 1969 his first season of performances at Las Vegas International Hotel. During a press conference promoted at that time to address career news, Presley was cited as “The King”.
In an act of humility, Elvis pointed to Fats Dominolegendary singer and pianist recognized as one of the pioneers of Rock and Roll and present at the time, to declare following:
“No, this is the true king of rock ‘n’ roll.”
The True King of Rock to Elvis
Born in February 1928 – almost a decade before Elvis -, Fats Domino (whose real name was ANTOINE DOMINIQUE DOMINO) did the one that is considered one of the first songs of the style: “The Fat Man”. Launched as a single, the track sold 1 million copies in the United States.
He built a successful career throughout the 1950s, being often cited by Presley as one of his greatest influences on music. “Blueberry Hill”, “Ain’t That a Shame” and “Walking to New Orleans” They are other hits of the artist, who left us on October 24, 2017, at the age of 89.
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