FIRST TIME HEARING! Elvis Presley - Bridge Over Troubled Water 1970 Las Vegas | REACTION 

For all of you who don't know, I have been reacting To Every single Elvis Presley song in chronological order! Here is the link to my playlist:: Elvis Presley Reactions: ru-vid.com/group/PLn84b2i6CbmNnXoTwRxW6k5a66BhvDSVd

And now you understand how Elvis fans have stayed true to him all these years.

You would not be Human unless you react from when Elvis leans into the emotions, by shivers goosebumps, or tears !!!

I love that you cried. Finally someone reacted the way Elvis deserves. ❤❤❤❤

Elvis is the best there will ever be,no one can top him at all!! Love Elvis forever and always ❤️🥰❤️🥰🔥❤️🥰❤️🥰❤️🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

“I reckon that this man…I don’t know what he is…but he’s not human.” 😂 Seph, I LOVE your completely vulnerable and joy-filled reaction. Elvis is the only person that is not family or friends whom I have wept for missing. There is just something about that man that makes one love him as if he were family.

You passed the test. A real Elvis 's fan.

There is a saying “If you’re an Elvis fan, no explanation is necessary; if you’re not an Elvis fan, no explanation is possible”. I feel sorry for those that don’t know and connect to the magnificence of Elvis. He is so special and I have loved him my whole life.

No one will ever come close to this great man 💕

Probably THE best reaction I have ever seen. Do not apologise, ever! This is what Elvis does - he sings to your soul.

I'm not prompted to comment a lot, but have to say that this is the most genuine & heartfelt reaction to the world's greatest entertainer & interpreter of music. Elvis Forever ❤❤❤

Elvis is just the greatest ever, no one can come close.

Can you now understand the emotion of his audience? I saw him live twice ( at 12 yrs and 15) both times, I cried it was such a beautiful experience, one I'll never forget❣I turn 63 this year, he is forever my favorite of all time~ NO ONE COMPARES❣❣❣ You are hooked now~ forever😍

OMG! You will love Elvis’s voice more and more and cry until his last recordings. He is the best. When you are touched by Elvis it is for life. ❤

All live, man. A real band of real musicians. Something you dont get today. Masters of their craft every one of them. No ridiculous choreographed bullshit or auto tune masking the fact that the act cant sing. This is what we used to have. Real talent and Elvis was the best of them. You're actually right too, he wasn't human, he couldn't be. No human has ever had those looks, charisma and talent. He never died, man...he just went back home. Great reaction, thankyou.

It's so hard to put it into words, isn't it!? It's like when Elvis' voice soars he takes your heart along with it. Pure magic

Don't you dare apologise, you are with all our lifetime fans now. He was and always will be the greatest of all time, no one comes close. I Love You Elvis

Elvis live is EVERYTHING!

Omg Seph!! I'm crying with you, please don't apologize for crying over an Elvis song!! His beautiful voice and the emotion he sings with gets me every time. Elvis was a gift from God I really do believe. Love your great reaction!!! Thank you so much

Just to be clear... love your reactions man.. honest and clear.. perfect.. will be back!!

"I've never been this happy in my life" You truly get it and now understand the power of elvis. I'm a 47-year-old guy who has been infatuated with his entire life my entire life. It's sad that most people think he just sang hound dog then had a miserable life of drugs and then died. Very common misconception. He was an incredible talent and lived an insane and generous life. Every celebrity who ever met him said he was the most incredible looking human being they had ever met and a lot of them even said you could have your back to the door and when he entered and you coud physically feel his presence. There is so much more you have to see! Check out the song If I Can Dream from the 68 Comeback special.

I’ve loved him since 4 or 5 yrs old and saw him in person when I was 18 ❤ I cried afterwards ❤ I have never seen anyone so beautiful and sang so beautiful as Elvis and never will ❤ No one can compare ❤ I am now 66 and will always be in love with him and protect him and his legacy ❤

Elvis’s voice was assessed as a perfect baritone, with his ability to cover 3 octaves, he was phenomenal. Elvis would conduct every aspect of every song he sang making each song his own. Great reaction Seph. Elvis does that to us all 👌🕺💕

It is Wonderful to see that a new generation of people listening and loving Elvis like I do! I am an avid Elvis fan! I listen to his music daily!

I have only just seen your reaction to this. I would love to watch Elvis with you we could cry together.

This is Elvis at his absolute pinnacle Seph - and so glad you get the same feeling that we get every time we see or hear this. By August 1970 Elvis was back on top, not just the king of rock 'n' roll, but now arguably the King of entertainment. The six shows filmed by MGM for That's The Way It Is show Elvis at the height of his powers. He had managed to combine the theatrics and bombast of Vegas and incorporate them in his show, which resulted in a performance that was almost as much Broadway as Las Vegas. Now Elvis had finally found a way in which to integrate all of his musical influences, and country music for example, finally had a place within the Elvis repertoire. Probably the biggest influence on Elvis, and that closest to his heart was gospel music, and in 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' he found a song in which that influence could shine through. Whereas the original recording by Simon (the song's composer) and Garfunkel is somewhat subdued, Elvis turns it into a powerful showpiece. This performance from 11 August 1970 Dinner Show, only the second time that he had sung it live, is Elvis Presley at his absolute peak, and anyone who hears this cannot possibly have any doubts as to his vocal prowess or to the magnificent entertainer that he had become. Many fans point to the performance at Greensboro Coliseum almost two years later, the rendition included in the 'On Tour' movie as their favourite. Whilst acknowledging that it is a fabulous performance it seems to lack the freshness of those from August 1970. The essence of those early renditions of the song is that it builds from very low key to an amazing crescendo at the climax but from 1971 this is lost because it the power comes at you from the outset. That being said, the climax to the 14 April 1972 version is absolutely incredible. In his book 'Heartbreak Hotel' author and music critic Robert Matthew Walker writes of this performance: 'Presley's outstanding singing is not disguised; this is a fabulous version, burning with sincerity and power, and finding depths not revealed by it's composers' It was widely written around this time that after after witnessing an August 70 rendition of the song in Vegas that Paul Simon said 'That's it we might as well all give up now' although he has since denied saying those exact words. However in Rolling Stone magazine interview: Paul Simon later noted that Presley's rendition of his song was a "touch on the dramatic side." "But so was the song," he added. "When I first heard Elvis perform 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' it was unbelievable. I thought to myself, 'How the hell can I compete with that?'"

You're not alone Seph! I cry over and over again at his performances like this! He touches your soul! You are just scratching the surface! He got better and better if you can believe that! And yes theres better! You have to watch "American Trilogy!" You will be reduced to a puddle!

I love your reaction and never apologize when Elvis makes you emotional, that is the magic of Elvis! To me Elvis was a gift from God that we got to enjoy for a time and then he went home! I just can't get enough of him, he was pure talent! Those sideburns were in style then and they were called chops, I loved them on Elvis!

Absolutely amazing!!!!! He’s the best!!! Now you have made me cry!!!

Made me cry too. I became a fan when I was 6...now I am 68....and he still rips my heart out.

Awww Seph this is why we love Elvis he is such a special part of our lives. I’m so glad this experience had this effect we totally understand. I cry to this day Elvis gives us goosebumps, tears, makes u laugh he’s incredible. TCB⚡️

And this is live I. The 70 s. No tech stuff. It's his true voice. Stars today can't sing live like this

That is why he is the KING. We'll love him forever ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Someone once said that God was showing off when he made Elvis. I believe that nails it! I promise you won’t find a better rendition of this song, EVER! Even the original said he couldn’t beat his version.

Wow! What a reaction! I so enjoyed watching you have a near-breakdown - blubbering, sobbing, and gesticulating! I can so relate, and it is so gratifying to see your unabashed love and respect for this man who is preternaturally gifted. He stands as a god among mere humans. You are not alone, there are many worldwide who love him just as we do. Even though I only really ‘met’ Elvis last June, he has been in my heart and spirit every day since.

You're truly one of us now as you know how we feel about Elvis. He makes us cry and he makes us laugh; we love him and we know that he loved us. What more could you possibly want from someone? I love everything about Elvis, but, personally, I think his peak years were from 1968 to 1974.

Well done for your openness and sharing. it's not taken for granted. Elvis is the truth. That divine melodious voice of his melts hearts. And trust me man ,you are not alone in this life journey with Elvis. Its forever!

OMG!!!! SEPH!!! I'm grinning from ear to ear CRYING!!!!! This is why we cant wait for you to get to 68 plus and LIVE!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ WHAT A TREAT THIS IS!!!😊 Don't be sorry- BEST-MOST GENUINE-BEAUTIFUL REACT EVER!!!! Please react to Elvis..KING OF KINDNESS

Thank you for reacting to America's still, to this day, best singer that has ever come out of our country... hands down. Love Love your reactions!!!!

When I was 16 my mother took me to see Elvis in concert. Never have I been to a concert that can compare to Elvis. I have loved him since I was 6 years old and cherish getting to see him in concert. I had plans to see him in Las Vegas for my 21st birthday but unfortunately he passed away before. He still touches my soul every time I hear him. Thank you for showing your emotions. This is why still today he is still the King!

Don't be sorry! I am crying right along with you. I just love you and your excitement over Elvis. This is why he is the King. He makes us nuts. I cry several times a day listening to him. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

You’ve yet to see and hear the pinnacles… this is the tip of the Elvis iceberg👌💕🕺

Elvis is beyond mortality.

Elvis sings with so much emotion I understand why you cried. He gives me goosebumps

Well, I officially love you and am ready to binge watch every one of your Elvis videos. YOU are literally ME. THIS is the way Elvis makes me feel, this is the emotion he brings out of those of us special enough to connect with him so deeply. So wonderful to see someone GET IT so much and give Elvis the recognition and reaction he deserves. It's hard to put into words the way Elvis makes us feel, but THIS reaction says it all. I'm so excited to have come across you and continue on your Elvis journey with you. Just wait, it just keeps getting better, and even when you have heard every song, seen every video, there will always be more to discover and enjoy. Elvis is the gift that keeps on giving, and he will be with you for life. True Elvis fans are forever ❤

He always makes a song his own. Such talent.

I cry ALL THE TIME with Elvis!! There is something more there than music and song believe me, God is with him! He is a gift to us all who can see it. I enjoy your reaction so much because you are the same as all true Elvis fans! ❤🔥❤‍🔥Do you know how many are crying with you, lol! Just wait for it! There is so much more to come! And yes better! And yes it is all live music and singing! Amazing!!

Many stars have come and gone, but E1vis is the whole universe and the big bang! The GOAT!

Steph, love this reaction. This is how he made us feel when we saw him on Black and white TV. In 1956. Love at first sight. Love forever❤Elvis makes me happy and sad at the same time.😢🥰💕

This world may not be good enough for such a gentle-hearted man as you.

Elvis Presley is connecting God and your soul through this song. Go beyond the song. We all need to hear this message.

My Mum is a huge Elvis fan and I never understood what she meant by “his voice gets better when he’s older” until a few years ago. I cry nearly everytime I hear this. The meaning of the song is so powerful as well, it reminds me so much of Jesus and the cross being the bridge to The Father.

We're just so glad that you appreciate & recognize, with us, the talent that he was & that he truly IS unmatched.

I don’t usually comment but that’s what I call a reaction

Oh Seph, you are so sweet! I feel the same when i hear this song! Goosepumps all the time and tears! ELVIS is simply amazing, he put all his feelings and emotions in every song! I love your reactions! Thank you so much for keep ELVIS legacy alive!

Elvis in person is mesmerizing. I’m glad you are seeing the evolution of his career. While Elvis was doing movies he wasn’t allowed to do live performances. He missed being in front of audiences and when his contract in Hollywood was terminated he needed something big to boost his career. That’s when he did the 1968 Special. It was a master piece in its production. Every song from the jam session reflected Elvis the great entertainer. Very natural, relaxed, down to earth, beautiful and funny. You are in for a lot of crying. I can’t wait to see you. ❤

Oh my 😢 beautiful the way Elvis sings it he looks gorgeous but if its just audio his voice touches you. Aww Seph hugs 🤗 its Elvis magic

Elvis is the best. The best voice there is.The King.

The King👑 women loved him,❤and men wanted to be like him⭐Elvis loved his fans,2nd most visited home in the USA ,,after the White House. That tells you something. Elvis the 1st Superstar ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ the man sold over 1 billion records

Elvis was a genius 💙 I’m crying with you. Very emotional performance. One of his finest live performances for me.

Oh my word Seph! At last you're reacting to my request from many months ago! Thank you! Isn't he just the best singer and entertainer (and the best looking too!) His voice is phenomenal. Very nice reaction. 👍

Seph, you are such a genuine soul. What a stunning reaction. I felt, finally, finally a reactor gets it. I felt understood, you literally showed how we Elvis fans feel, and have felt for years. This reaction brought me such joy, I laughed and cried together with you. I cannot wait for you to also - on top of all the other stuff - get into the 1970 rehearsals as well. You'll find that what you heard on stage was what Elvis first heard in his head and then made it all happen. He was so in tune with every voice and instrument on stage. I enjoy every Elvis reaction, keep on going chronological, we're all with you on this road of discovery and - through your eyes and ears - re-discovery. Bless your heart.

Elvis Presley is speaking to your soul...all around the World. God is speaking here to the mouth of Elvis Presley.

I absolutely adored this reaction Seph. When you said that you had never been so happy in your life, I was so excited for you. Now you know the power that this amazing man has and how he reaches our souls. I can't wait until you hear American Trilogy, Just Pretend, What Now My Love....I could go on and on. You will be truly astounded. ❤

Now you really feel it Seph, I've been an Elvis fan for 60 years and it still gets me like that,he shouldn't have been taken so early he was the best there is or ever will be.I just love the man.❤

I'm so glad to follow all your Elvis reactions and I'm so please that you appreciate Elvis indeniable and amazing talent and the effects he have on people ❤❤❤❤❤💘

Favorite reaction. You fill my heart with joy because Elvis sure did and the way you appreciate him makes it more full. Thank you you’re adorable. We sure miss Elvis.

The guy asked for a photo but the hotel didn’t want elvis to stop the show for photos

Greatest Ever ♥️🌹🙏💋💋💋💋💋💋🌹♥️

Seph, you had the same reaction that many of us had when we saw Elvis live in concert. I will NEVER forget going to see Elvis for the first time---when the entrance music began playing and he burst out on the stage everyone was crying even before he began to sing. Elvis affects people for many reasons, but I think God was showing off His glory when He created Elvis. Elvis always said that he believed his voice was a gift from God and never stopped improving on that gift. I actually believe his last filmed concert, which was in 1977, when he was struggling with many undiagnosable health problems, (you should read the book by Sally Hodel, Elvis, Destined to Die Young, she explains why Elvis aged so quickly between 1973-1977 and it was because of genetic issues. Some due to the fact that his maternal grandparents were first cousins) he sang some of his most powerful songs--Hurt, How Great Thou Art, and Unchained Melody (he plays the piano himself on this one). I wondered if someone was going to suggest Bridge Over Troubled Water because it really is such a beautiful arrangement of the song. Paul Simon , who wrote the song, said he didn't know how he would compete with Elvis after he heard him sing the song. However, you are in store for MANY, MANY more tear-provoking performances. I actually don't think this is his best 1970's performance--there are SO MANY!!! Also, Elvis directed his musicians on every song. He knew every drum beat, trumpet blast, and note. Eventually, you will see the rehearsal segment where Elvis is actually directing the backup singers as to when to come in and how he wants them to sing certain phrases. He was an amazing producer. It is the Sweet Inspirations singing with him. He still has the backup guys, too. I believe JD Sumner and the Imperials. And just wait til you see the unplugged session during the 1968 Comeback special. Thank you for your sincere and emotional reaction. What a gift music is to us, especially through Elvis.

You almost made me cry and you reminded me why I'm such an elvis fan. Absolutely brilliant steph. I have no words. I would advise you to carry on in chronological order just so that you see how he slowly reaches that peak level. You have so much to discover still

Your reaction nearly as amazing as this gorgeous man Elvis.... 💕💕💕💕 Made my day! Thank you Seph!

About that suit, it was a Vegas invention. Elvis wanted to be seen on stage. He took advice from none other than Liberace on how to sustain an act in Vegas. Was it over the top? Absolutely, but It was Elvis so it was cool. And if you don’t know who Liberace was, look it up. He was amazing in a totally different way than Elvis but they adored one another. They had a lot in common, including having an identical twin who died at birth. Great reaction. Elvis touches souls. Sometimes it really doesn’t seem like he could have been human.

WELCOME TO THE ELVISFAMILY❤

This is the best Elvis reaction ever.

Mike Handley, narrator & TV/radio spokesman, in the 'The Jim Bohannon Show', airing on 600+ radio stations on the Westwood One Network, said: "When healthy and serious, he was flat-out the world's greatest singer. In his voice, he possessed the most beautiful musical instrument, and the genius to play that instrument perfectly; he could jump from octave to countless other octaves with such agility without voice crack, simultaneously sing a duet with his own overtones, rein in an always-lurking atomic explosion to so effortlessly fondle, and release, the most delicate chimes of pathos. "Yet, those who haven't been open (or had the chance) to explore some of Presley's most brilliant work - the almost esoteric ballads and semi-classical recordings - have cheated themselves out of one of the most beautiful gifts to fall out of the sky in a lifetime. "Fortunately, this magnificent musical instrument reached its perfection around 1960, the same time the recording industry finally achieved sound reproduction rivaling that of today. So, it's never too late to explore and cherish a well-preserved miracle, as a simple trip to the record store will truly produce unparalleled chills and thrills, for the rest of your life; and then you'll finally understand the best reason this guy never goes away." I think he covered it. ❤️

I'm definitely your friend seth I would love to have a few pints in a pub and chat to you about elvis 😀

Elvis & Seph are everything! I was waiting for you to react to this one. Maybe your BEST reaction yet!

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This is the most moving reaction I have ever seen...it is a beautiful thing to possess such a pure heart as yours...what a privilege that you share it with us...

One of the Sweet Inspirations was Cissy Houston, you know Whitney Houston's mother ;) He had both the Sweet Inspiration's and J.D Sumner and the Stamps on stage for some years... Even Paul Simon that wrote the song with Art Garfunkel loved Elvis version of the song !!

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"I need a tissue ! " ( grabs a whole towel ) :DDD I'm glad I'm not the only one crying on this performance ! :)))

Beautiful! You have so much Elvis greatness still to come!! His voice just got better and more mature as time went on. Your reaction was so touching and real! Thank you! Yes the Sweet Inspirations are the ladies in the back but he also had a male quartet called the Stamps too- as well as a full orchestra in the back and his main band on stage with him at every show. Created such a great sound with him.

Saw some Elvis fans sharing this video around, and I am crying along with you! Elvis wanted an overwhelming sound for his live shows, every instrument and voice perfectly calibrated to match the emotion of each song. And his voice still cuts through it all and overwhelms you with emotional power. I can't imagine the pride you must feel after spending so much time with him in his early career. He never stopped getting better and making people happy. I can't imagine what it must have been like to see him in person. I've heard people say his voice rang through your bones.

A celebration reaction can't be better than this!💚 🎉CONGRATULATIONS 🎉 I am happy that you are happy and that you made us happy! Please don't stop the chronological order and the special videos! 🙏 Otherwise it's not good for your health as we all saw today.😊 I thank you so much for this beautiful experience!💚🌞

The greatest Entertainer of All Times

Simon and Garfunkel said once they heard Elvis version asked how will we ever be able to sing this song again

I have to confess that Elvis' music also brings tears to my eyes. So I identify with your reaction. It is as if his voice reaches the very soul and caresses it. I really liked your reaction. But for those of us obsessed with Elvis, your trip isn't even halfway done. You are missing almost all of his live songs, his rehearsals, specials and interviews with his musicians and people who lived with him. I have my own list with almost 300 Elvis videos.

Seph we miss you. I hope you are recovering from whatever ails you. I had to come back and watch this reaction because it's ONE of the best overall Elvis reactions EVER! Especially when you bleep out the swear words it just makes me laugh. Elvis doesn't look so bad either. I forgot how funny this was. "He's not human"

The best reaction is the best reaction to any song I have ever seen. I am crying too. Fabulous.!!!!!!

Elvis just always improved even though you think he couldn't get any better. The ladies are the sweet inspirations and the guys are the imperials. There's a guy that sings harmony with elvis called Charlie hodge.

This was filmed during a live performance! ❤❤❤❤❤

The best Is yet to come so hang on tight.. your ride has just begun!

Wow! You're reaction to this is EPIC 🔥

I watch and listen to the king everyday. TX

Even Paul Simon said that Elvis' version of this song was the best version. To me Elvis' version is hands down THE BEST version of this song and it hits me in the heart every time. I think knowing what an amazing, kind, generous human being he was just makes the lyrics ring so true

I’m obsessed too and I love every minute of it! 👑❤️👑❤️👑

Thanks for the genuine reaction. I like that you don't hold back back your emotions. Stay well.

Listen to his “How Great Thou Art” from June 1977 concert six weeks before his death! You will just hear him singing to God. Also, “Unchained Melody.” In June 1977. You will hear his struggle to breathe, but he pours himself out. His voice NEVER failed him. It’s unbelievable.