Elvis Presley - If I Can Dream | Reaction 

What a performance. When Elvis tapped deeply into his talent and passion, no one else even came close. GOAT!

Quite possibly the greatest live performance by anyone, ever.

Elvis meant it when he sang this tune! Seems like he almost cried.

Elvis loved MLK. He sang his heart out in this song.

My favorite Elvis song and performance! He leaves no doubt why he was The King!

Elvis was really devastated when he heard of MLKs assassination. He cried.

If you have not listened to Elvis sing gospel then you have not heard him at his best. The man had more talent than any one person should.

And our boy Elvis, "did a lot for the black community. He'd come to my Charity Events and Elvis would stay to the end, cause he knew taking pictures with him helped me and the Charity., And did it on the hush, hush, didn't want recognition". BB King.

"We're lost in a cloud with too much rain. We're trapped in a world that's troubled with pain" ❤Elvis🙏

His manager didn't want him to do this song, but he did it!

I am from Malaysia and I've been an ELVIS Presley fan for 59 years since I was 10 years old. Elvis will forever be the greatest singer, the best movie actor and the superb stage performer of all time. My wife and me have been to his birthplace Tupelo, Mississippi and his home Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee in 1984, Long May His Legend Lives. Two Thumbs Up!

I hear ya. We're exactly the same, bro. Elvis got it. If a man has the strength to dream, he can redeem his soul , and fly! Let it come true right now.

He is the King! No words!

Elvis is a phenomenon that happens once in a millennium. He passed away 42 years ago. He'll never be gone. I dont get racism either because even if a person of a different race commits a horrible crime against you, it's not their whole race that did it just the one individual. I learned that very young from my mother.

Elvis is fantastic!!!! This is one of his best performances!!! I really love this song!!!

Elvis will always be the King and Goat. :)

Warning.... Elvis is addicting!!! 😜 ♥

This performance has it all.

He is the KING for a reason! All of his songs had a message and always sung with passion! React to "AMERICAN TRILOGY" from the Aloha from Hawaii concert!

Amen 🙏🏼 so true 😘💕 he was a good soul ! I was blessed to see him in concert in the front row many years ago just before he died my father was in charge of ticket sales and I told my father he had to get me good tickets ! 2 scarves and I still have them 🧣 and a hug and hand shake I really didn’t want to wash my hand ! My girl friend kissed him but I was to chicken because my parents were watching and they would have had a fit 😉 lol ! I always loved him he had a heart for people !

Elvis was told he could not sing that song. He responded, then he wouldn't do the concert.

Yes sir, we’re all human beings here on Earth that’s as far as it should go! Thank you MLK and Elvis, such a powerful powerful performance. One that’s needed EVEN today!

I'm latin, and I love All the collors...the world would be bland if it were just black and white. Colorful is much more beautiful! I Love Elvis... Kisses From Brazil 😘😘😘

everything you said is in walk a mile in my shoes by Elvis. great comment . Elvis made a lot of every day life songs. thanks

Yeah you're right people who don't know Elvis music don't know how serious he really was and heartfelt he was about situations he didn't see color at all all you have to do is watch in the Echo still plays on if you want another good one they have serious meaning walk a mile in my shoes thank you for this one

Only one Elvis. Truly the KING and will never be matched. Welcome to the world of Elvis. You're in for a treat.

Elvis truly saw no color. He grew up in the poorest neighborhoods in Memphis, just like he did in Tupelo, and had many black friends, both growing up and as an adult. He went to black churches, which is where he found some of his moves. Black men tutored him as he grew as a musician in Memphis (pre-Sun records). Elvis was great admirer of MLK. MLK, not so much of Elvis (great article about MLK, Elvis and the song here: tinyurl.com/warayhd). Elvis was profoundly affected by the deaths of MLK and RFK. The Lorraine Motel is only nine miles from Graceland and Elvis was thoroughly upset that King's assassination happened in *his* city. Colonel Tom Parker, Elvis' manager, wanted the special to end with "I'll Be Home For Christmas", since this aired in December 1968, but Elvis said he wanted to try "If I Can Dream". You also have to put this song into the year the special aired: 1968. 1968 was probably the most turbulent year of the 20th Century. The Vietnam war was broadcast into homes on a nightly basis--the first war to have that distinction--and Walter Cronkite made several reports from the front lines. Men burned draft cards. There were Vietnam protests on a daily basis in this country. King and Kennedy were assassinated two months apart. There were riots in D.C., Baltimore, Chicago and Kansas City after King's death. The 1968 Democratic National Convention was held in Chicago in August and that saw violence spill out onto the streets and to Lincoln Park because of anti-Vietnam protesters. My parents are of this era (Mom was 20, dad was 17 in 1968), and they will tell you all about what this country was in the late 1960s. A friend of my dad's, who was a year ahead of him in school, was KIA in Vietnam in 1970, and three of four friends that he ran around in high school with (all the same grade), served in Vietnam. My mom's brothers served stateside during Vietnam. My dad's number never came up, so he didn't serve. This song absolutely resonated then and it absolutely resonates now. Maybe someday, King's dream will come true.

Elvis was definitely famous & incredibly talented, but his heart & love for humanity, is his legacy 💚💜💗💚💜

Beautiful message song Elvis sings it from his heart so moving

The world needs to hear this message now more than ever

Wise words, my friend...and a great song by Elvis!

So much heart And emotion went into that song. Then a simple'" thank you and goodnight "❤😊

Hì ya I'm from London and I've gotta say this is the best speech I've ever heard I'm 52 now an old boy now I will always keep this with me and have quoted it so many times to my friends and strangers always makes them think I'm so pleased your on the Elvis journey happy Christmas to you and your family

Love it‼️I love his strong sultry voice..He gave me goosebumps..He saang with such passion..from his soul❤️Powerful..

I always thought racism was insane. I don’t get it. I love that song - such passion 💖💖💖💖

Imo, one of the best live performances ever... Elvis also did Gospel music albums that you might want to check out.

We are all gods children and we should walk hand and hand With our brothers and sisters.

You NEED to react to Elvis A Stranger in my own Hometown but the XRated version ( he swears, not xrated but that’s the title), it will show you how talented he was, it’s a rehearsal but Elvis sings it bluesy and shows his comedic side.. I was brought up never to judge anyone by their color their religion or ethnicity, my Mom was a gift, Elvis was a gift to the world!!

In regards to your opening statements on racism, I feel the same way. I’m white, but I grew up not understanding racism, I didn’t understand why some people hated other people just because of where they come from or what color their skin is. It was always a mystery to me, and somewhat still is. I’m glad we had Elvis to promote equality, it’s sad that he’s not well remembered for that.

If people put as much energy in uniting that they put in dividing, the world would be a better and loving place.

Elvis loved everyone,regardless of skin color.He was a humble shy boy.U r exactly right racism is still out there.I love All !!

Just got off of work and having a few beers. I'm an Elvis fanatic. I love your reaction. I totally agree with you racism comment. I drove over the road for 7 years. I've been lost in Detroit, Chicago, Atlanta, L.A. and every major city except north of New Jersey. And its usually been in "the worst neighborhoods". I've parked my truck and walked 2 to 3 blocks before I found someone to give me directions. I've never had a problem. Due to what the media and society wanted me to believe, I thought it was because I either looked like a badass or or people just thought I was some psycho that you just didn't want to mess with in the first place. But after a couple of times of showing respect, I was in turn, given respect. It got to the point I didn't worry about getting lost. I've have great conversations with total strangers. I've come to this conclusion...we're not divided racially as much as the media wants us to believe. I sat here watching you review this song and thought, during this time, what a better song to bring people together. We can stand together against governments that want to restrain and try to keep us divided and keep us living in fear We need to join as one country as Americans, against tyranny trying to restrain us.

Nice DOC you get . A strong message from Elvis he was hated by some for his beleives. But you gotta love him he Tryed to break bearers down

BEAUTIFUL SONG BEAUTIFUL MAN

Omg thank you for reacting. My mom made me love Elvis she was a true fan and she got me to listen to his deep songs. If you really wanna hear a great song and see a great performance? Check out "American Trilogy (Live) in Hawaii" 🙌🏼

Elvis-"If I can dream" live, Queen-"Bohemian Rhapsody" live Whitney Houston-"Always Love You live, Nirvana-"Smells like teen spirit"live, and Percy Sledge-"When a man loves a woman"-live Are the most POWERFUL live displays of Art ever to be witnessed in human history.

You should give suspicious minds live in Vegas in 1970 a try. You see the fun and the charisma he had in his performing

So much soul in one person ❤️ Elvis truly wanted Racism to End. So powerful! R.I.P to The King Of Rock And Roll Elvis Presley! 👑

Elvis was a beautiful person inside & out, & tried very hard, to bring awareness to issues of poverty & race relations, & received a lot of bad press by doing this, but it did not stop him one bit 💕 Great reaction!!!

A great human being of enormous impact in three decades... brought the world together... he was unpretentious love, a great talent... you are fine too!

I was born the year after this 68 comeback special. My parents were fortunate that had a chance to see him live at the Market Arena in Indianapolis, IN, that was if I am not mistaken in June 26th 1977 unfortunately. He didn't. Look like this at all. He looked extremely tired and swollen. I believe a few weeks later (40+ days) he was dead. But I have been an Elvis fan since I was around 5 years old. I name my son Elvis Aaron.

Great reaction my friend! You make so much sense!! Nobody picked the color of their skin!

The king of rock n roll rest in peace elvis presley

No you got it right the first time Everyone knows who Elvis IS!!!

Great Reaction and No Truer words Spoken. Elvis Did Over 900 Songs. 636 Sold out Concert in Vegas. From 1969 to 1976. That Just in Vegas. Check out the 1968 Comeback Special were He’s Dressed in all Leather Singing and Playing Guitar The Song TRYING TO GET NEXT TO YOU. The Album ELVIS BACK IN MEMPHIS. Song YOU’LL THINK OF ME. Pure Gold. Thanks Happy New year to you and yours.

Thank you for your reaction....beautiful song :)

I was here too just listen to your take on a great performance.

Thank you for your shorts on here I love watching them and your amazing.

American trilogy from the Hawaii concert Peace in the valley from the Ed Sullivan show Trying to get to you from the comeback special

Canción cantada, desde las entrañas. Eso se nota.Grande Elvis

Thank you again! I love how you are open to listening to old and new songs from all genres ! Love it!

Dont judge the color of a person skin, only the content of their character.

This Song is so Deep. This Voice is Strong and powerfull. Greetings to you From Germany

Elvis we're still dreaming

No Lipsync No playback No autotune Pure live

What you said about racism is right on. I agree with you. Your reaction is very straightforward and heartfelt. It looks like you were moved by this powerful performance. In my opinion, this is the most awesome vocal performance ever given by any artist. The raw power and emotion is unmatched. He was like a tiger unleashed after years of restraint from his movie contract and obligations. I once read that Elvis was voted best vocalist in the world after this show was televised.

You're helping to make his dream come true brother!!! Keep it up dude!!! Thank you so much for that!!! And welcome to the loving world of Elvis 🤗😊✌️

Nobody has played LET IT BE ME!!! NOBODY HAS PLAYED THIS AND IT IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. It was played in my wedding, and I have been married for 43 years!!!

You are speaking the truth on racism, my brother!! We are all the same and we all come from the same origins. No matter how people try to break it down, we are all related to each other.

Your statement said with such passion! I totally agree with you.

I visited Memphis a few years ago and visited the Stax Soul and R&B Museum, Elvis was a part of it, say no more - a wonderful experience seeing the museum.

THE KING is The king 👑 forever and ever sexy and beutiful man 😍 beutiful voice Amazing x 1.000.000.000💜💜🙏

You hit the nail on the head about racism. Were all the same. Its so sad how bad it was years ago. It's gotten much better. Color doesn't matter were all equal.

I love all colors. I would walk hand in hand with my brothers.🎶🎶🎶

Elvis put so much into that performance he passed out after he sang it .

Hope you will react to "You gave me a mountain" by Elvis😊 Much love from Denmark

The greatest singer

His backup singers were so moved by his performance they cried after the performance.

This song was his tribute to MLK.

Beautiful song

Elvis did it all!

there's no place or excuse for racism my brother. we are all one .unity and love

Elvis said it everything in that song

PS, I love watching reaction videos for that very same reason, the show everyone. Music has soul, and music is colour blind so I hope it keeps on being color-blind. God bless amen

I can’t explain it 😎 great reaction

You can see the pain in his eyes and you can hear his soul is hurting it was troubled by the pain in the world 🌍

You just don't see that kind of passion in music any more.

At the end, not shown here, he throws that mic down, angrily. I learned how to love from Elvis, among other things. He loves MLK, as do I. When I was in Memphis, I visited two very important places. Where MLK (also where the civil rights museum is, a must visit!) was assassinated(and cried) and of course, Graceland. Both very moving in different ways. I highly, highly suggest a visit there. (Memphis) I’ve been twice, I’m going back again in January. I can’t go through the MLK assassination sight, it hurt too much to see his actual hotel room and last meal still there. There is so much history there. I want to respond to racism, I know my experiences cannot begin to compare with your, and led me be the first to say, I’m sorry you’ve even had to go through that. But, let’s not forget that it goes both ways. I know a lot of racist people of color and experienced first hand. I’m married to a Hispanic, who are also hated for their color. I don’t judge. The Bible says, “Judge not, lest ye be judged “... That has stuck in my mind in soul since I was a little girl. I do my best to live by that. You’re truly a genuine soul, I’m glad you’ve discovered the TRUS Elvis. Do a little research and find out just how much he love his fellow man. He was ahead of his time. That’s a promise! Love and blessings being send your way, in Jesus’ name. Amen 🙏🏼 ❤️ I’m also giving you a virtual hug.

All you have today is auto tune and 100 back up dancers. Keep the Elvis love coming 🥋

The song will always ring true.

I respect your comments and enjoyed your reaction.

HE HAD BEEN GONE 42 YEARS DIED AT 42. STILL THE KING ELVISLY, MISSISSIPPI ELVIS JUNKIE

Preach brother...

Thank you, proud to call you my brother.

It's nearly 2020, we all need to forget skin color and get on with each other and life before we destroy more than just each other, the world is suffering and Elvis knew it even back in the 60's. We just never seem to learn or listen.

Elvis ever

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Racism is not about skin color, it's about cultural difference. we can only get along in peace if we all believe in the same religion and the same norms and values. Hopefully this will get better in the future. Very beautiful and hopeful song.

Doc Rich, I'm a USMC vet their is no skin color we all bleed red!!

I LIKE THAT YOUR SO RIGHT