Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, and relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, with his family when he was 13 years old. His music career began there in 1954, recording at Sun Records with producer Sam Phillips, who wanted to bring the sound of African American music to a wider audience. Accompanied by guitarist Scotty Moore and bassist Bill Black, Presley was a pioneer of rockabilly, an uptempo, backbeat-driven fusion of country music and rhythm and blues. In 1955, drummer D. J. Fontana joined to complete the lineup of Presley's classic quartet and RCA Victor acquired his contract in a deal arranged by Colonel Tom Parker, who would manage the singer for more than two decades. Presley's first RCA single, "Heartbreak Hotel", was released in January 1956 and became a number one hit in the United States. With a series of successful network television appearances and chart-topping records, he became the leading figure of the newly popular sound of rock and roll. His energized interpretations of songs and sexually provocative performance style, combined with a singularly potent mix of influences across color lines during a transformative era in race relations, made him enormously popular—and controversial.
In November 1956, Presley made his film debut in Love Me Tender. Drafted into military service in 1958, Presley relaunched his recording career two years later with some of his most commercially successful work. He held few concerts however, and guided by Parker, proceeded to devote much of the 1960s to making Hollywood movies and soundtrack albums, most of them critically derided. In 1968, following a seven-year break from live performances, he returned to the stage in the acclaimed television comeback special Elvis, which led to an extended Las Vegas concert residency and a string of highly profitable tours. In 1973, Presley gave the first concert by a solo artist to be broadcast around the world, Aloha from Hawaii. Years of prescription drug abuse severely compromised his health, and he died suddenly in 1977 at his Graceland estate, just 42 years of age.
Presley is one of the most celebrated and influential musicians of the 20th century. Commercially successful in many genres, including pop, country, blues, and gospel, he is the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music. He won three competitive Grammys, received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at age 36, and has been inducted into multiple music halls of fame.
Steadfast Loyal and True
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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We'll remember you.
Dear alma mater,
We're steadfast, loyal, and true.
As we go onward
In the lives we lead.
Your light will guide us,
We will look back fondly
At your ivy walls,
Recalling precious moments
Within your hallowed halls.
Farewell, Royal High School,
We'll remember you.
Dear alma mater,
We're steadfast, loyal, and true.
The lyrics of the song "Steadfast Loyal and True" by Elvis Presley revolve around a sense of nostalgia and gratitude for one's high school alma mater. The singer bids farewell to their school, Royal High School, but assures that they will always look back on it fondly and with appreciation. The repeated phrase "We're steadfast, loyal, and true" is a testament to the singer's enduring loyalty to their school and the values it embodies.
As the singer moves on with their life beyond high school, they acknowledge the important role that Royal High School has played in shaping who they are and how they navigate the world. The metaphor of the school's "light" guiding them provides a sense of comfort and inspiration for the singer as they enter into adulthood. The reference to "ivy walls" and "hallowed halls" adds to the sense of reverence and respect for the school and its traditions.
Overall, the lyrics to "Steadfast Loyal and True" celebrate the special bond that exists between an individual and their alma mater, particularly one that has instilled a sense of loyalty and steadfastness in them.
Line by Line Meaning
Farewell, Royal High School,
We are saying goodbye to our alma mater, Royal High School.
We'll remember you.
We will always keep the memories of Royal High School in our hearts.
Dear alma mater,
We cherish this school as our dear alma mater.
We're steadfast, loyal, and true.
We have remained loyal and dedicated to Royal High School.
As we go onward
As we move forward in our lives
In the lives we lead.
In the different lives and paths we each lead.
Your light will guide us,
The light of knowledge we gained at Royal High School will guide us in life.
Your motto is our creed.
We believe and live by the school's motto.
We will look back fondly
We will always look back with great fondness.
At your ivy walls,
At the ivy-covered walls of Royal High School.
Recalling precious moments
Remembering the special moments
Within your hallowed halls.
Within the sacred halls of Royal High School.
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n00se
Farewell, Royal High School,
We'll remember you.
Dear alma mater,
We're steadfast, loyal and true.
As we go onward
In the lives we lead.
Your light will guide us,
Your motto is our creed.
We will look back fondly
At your ivy walls,
Recalling precious moments
Within your hallowed halls.
Farewell, Royal High School,
We'll remember you.
Dear alma mater,
We're steadfast, loyal and true.
Ki-Adi Mundi
King Creole is probably the best Elvis Presley movie.
Emily Ustick
Ki-Adi Mundi Yeah and Jailhouse rock
Aaliyah macken
I agree
lindapriorirish8
Boy can Act... he Owned that part... with total perfection... not nominated for an Award of any kind???? His peers were completely... in a world of, total Jealousy...
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im1who84u
3:28 Great come back. Ya gotta love it.
AJ Porter
No one will ever be cooler then Elvis
Lourdes Taveira
Meu maravilhoso Elvis único e malhou cantar que já pisou na fase da terra destes planeta beijos te amo para sempre que saudade de você fica com Deus beijos..🎊🎶🎶🥀🥀🎤🎤⚘⚘🎤🎸🎸🎵♥️👑🥀🥀🎸🥀
n00se
Farewell, Royal High School,
We'll remember you.
Dear alma mater,
We're steadfast, loyal and true.
As we go onward
In the lives we lead.
Your light will guide us,
Your motto is our creed.
We will look back fondly
At your ivy walls,
Recalling precious moments
Within your hallowed halls.
Farewell, Royal High School,
We'll remember you.
Dear alma mater,
We're steadfast, loyal and true.
Vũ Hà Dương Phạm
So handsome!