Always and Forever the King of Rock and Roll

Elvis had a powerful voice and when he sang ballads he seemed to put all his emotions in them. Listening to him singing a love song could touch you very heart and soul. The best way to listen to Elvis is to crank up the volume, sit back, close your eyes, and let his voice thrill you.

“From a Jack to a King” is a country song which originally was a crossover hit for the American country singer and songwriter Ned Miller. Many country music artists have covered this song. My favorite version is by Elvis which he recorded in 1969. It is featured on his 1970 album Back in Memphis.

“It’s Now or Never” is a song that Elvis recorded and released as a single in 1960. It became one of his biggest hits as well as one of the best selling singles of all time. Elvis' version went to number one on the UK Singles chart and in other countries making it his biggest international single ever. It also charted on the R&B charts.

“You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me” is the English version of the 1965 Italian song "Io che non vivo (senza te)". It was written by Pino Donaggio and Vito Pallavicini. The English lyrics were written for the British singer Dusty Springfield. The version by Elvis charted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and went to number one on the Billboard Easy Listening chart. It became a gold record.

“For the Good Times” is a song that was written by the American singer, songwriter, and actor Kris Kristofferson. When recorded by American country singer and songwriter Ray Price the song went to number one. Elvis recorded a powerful version of the song.

“Make the World Go Away” is a country-pop song that was composed by Hank Cochran. Elvis recorded the song in 1970 and it is the closing track on his album Elvis Country (I'm 10,000 Years Old).

“I’ve Lost You” is a song that was written by Alan Blaikley and Ken Howard. Elvis covered the song in 1970 and it charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and Cash Box charts. The song became a gold record. It is featured in MGM movie Elvis: That's the Way It Is.

“A Little Bit of Green” Elvis recorded a powerful version of this song with much emotion. It is poignant ballad written by Chris Arnold, David Martin, and Geoff Morrow. It is featured on Elvis' 1969 album Back in Memphis.

“The Wonder of You” is a song that was written by Baker Knight. Originally it was recorded by the American singer and actor Vince Edwards.Elvis had a number one his with his recorded in the UK and a Top Ten in the US. A live version was recorded in Las Vegas, Nevada. It became on of Elvis' most successful records and went to number one on the Easy Listening chart.

“Are You Lonesome Tonight?” is a song that was written by Roy Turk and Lou Handman in 1926. In 1960 after Elvis' two-year service in the US Army he recorded his version. It became an instant success in the US topping the Billboard Pop Singles chart and charting on the R&B chart. A month after its release the song topped the UK Singles chart. It was certified Gold by the RIAA.

“Love Me Tender” the song is a 1956 ballad song recorded by Elvis. The song went to number one of both the Billboard Hot 100 and Cashbox charts.

"Can't Help Falling in Love" is a song that was written by Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss. This is a popular French love song composed in 1784 by Jean Paul Egide Martni. Elvis recorded the song in 1961 and it is featured on his album Blue Hawaii. It topped the UK Singles chart and charted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

"Moody Blue" is a song that was written by Mark James. Elvis recorded a version in 1976 in the Jungle Romm of his Graceland home. It became his last number one song in his lifetime.

When Elvis sang hymns he could take you to Heaven and back such a wonderful performance he gave:

"How Great Thou Art" is a Christian hymn based on an original Swedish hymn "O Store God" It was written in 1885 by Carl Boberg. Elvis recorded the song and featured it on his 1967 album of the same name. It earned Elvis a Grammy Award for Best Sacred Performance in 1967 and another Grammy in 1974 for Best Insiprational Performance (Non-Classical).