Elvis Aaron Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) was an American sin… Read Full Bio ↴Elvis Aaron Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) was an American singer and actor. Regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century, he is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King".

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.

Wonderful World
Elvis Presley Lyrics

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This is a wonderful day
It's as bright as a day's ever been
There is a big yellow sun looking down
On a wonderful scene

Up in the blue sky birds fly
And sing our cares away
And out of each throat each note

Greets a wonderful day

There is the sound of a symphony
Carried along on the breeze
Even the flowers are swaying in time
With the leaves on the trees

Heaven is found right here on the earth
It surrounds us in the wonderful things all around
In this wonderful wonderful
Wonderful wonderful world

This is a wonderful day
It's as bright as a day's ever been
There is a big yellow sun looking down
On a wonderful scene

Heaven is found right here on the earth
It surrounds us in the wonderful things all around
In this wonderful wonderful
Wonderful wonderful world
Wonderful world, this wonderful world

Wonderful world, this wonderful world
Wonderful world, this wonderful world

Overall Meaning

Elvis Presley's song, "Wonderful World," is a beautifully uplifting and optimistic track that celebrates the beauty of life and the world around us. The lyrics describe a perfect day with bright sunshine and a clear blue sky, where birds sing, trees sway in the wind, and flowers bloom. The song oozes positivity and hope, and makes the listener feel grateful for the wonderful things in life.

The song's central message is that heaven can be found right here on earth, in the beauty that surrounds us every day. Even the sound of the wind and the hum of nature's symphony can be heard in the breeze. The song is a wonderful reminder to appreciate the world we live in and to focus on the positive aspects of life.

The simple yet beautiful melody of "Wonderful World" adds to the song's charm and makes it a memorable tune that is easy to sing along with. The upbeat tempo and infectious rhythm give the song a happy and joyful vibe that can't help but put a smile on your face.

Line by Line Meaning

This is a wonderful day
It's a great day filled with positive vibes and opportunities

It's as bright as a day's ever been
The day is filled with hope and positivity as bright as the sun

There is a big yellow sun looking down
The sun shines and provides light and warmth from the sky

On a wonderful scene
The setting is beautiful and magnificent, perfect for a great day

Up in the blue sky birds fly
Birds are flying high up in the sky, free and happy

And sing our cares away
The birds' songs bring a sense of joy and peace to people's lives

And out of each throat each note
Each bird sings beautifully, adding to the serenity of the day

Greets a wonderful day
The birds' songs welcome in a new and wonderful day

There is the sound of a symphony
The surroundings of the setting emit a harmonious sound

Carried along on the breeze
The symphony is carried by the wind, creating a soothing atmosphere

Even the flowers are swaying in time
The flowers in the surrounding area are tinted with the breeze, creating a dance-like movement

With the leaves on the trees
The synchronized movement of the flowers is similar to that of the leaves on the trees

Heaven is found right here on the earth
Earth is just as serene and wonderful as heaven

It surrounds us in the wonderful things all around
The beauty and magnificence of the surrounding environment fill our lives with positivity

In this wonderful wonderful
The environment is full of amazing things

Wonderful wonderful world
The whole world is a wonderful and marvelous place

Wonderful world, this wonderful world
The world is truly wonderful and magical

Wonderful world, this wonderful world
The world is full of wonder and beauty

Wonderful world, this wonderful world
There is no place better than the world we live in

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O CAPASSO
Written by: DOUGLAS JACKSON FLETT, GUY FLETCHER

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