“Blue Suede Shoes” – Elvis on His ’68 Comeback Special
Elvis’ performance of “Blue Suede Shoes” on his ’68 Comeback Special is a classic moment in rock and roll history. The song was originally written and recorded by Carl Perkins in 1955, but Elvis made it his own with his energetic performance and signature style.
In the ’68 Comeback Special, Elvis performs the song as part of a medley with “Jailhouse Rock” and “Don’t Be Cruel.” He is backed by a full band and surrounded by screaming fans as he dances and sings his heart out. The performance captures the essence of Elvis’ raw talent and charisma, and solidified his status as the King of Rock and Roll.
To this day, “Blue Suede Shoes” remains one of Elvis’ most popular and iconic songs, and his ’68 Comeback Special performance of the song is widely regarded as one of his best live performances.
“Blue Suede Shoes” is a rock and roll song originally written and recorded by Carl Perkins in 1955. However, Elvis Presley also covered the song and made it more popular. Elvis performed “Blue Suede Shoes” during his early years as a singer and included it in his concerts and performances. The song became one of Elvis’ signature tunes and is considered a classic rock and roll song. Elvis’ version of “Blue Suede Shoes” has been covered by many other artists and continues to be a popular song to this day.