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    one thing –we will never again agree on anything as we agreed on Elvis.” (Bangs 1) Elvis not only made significant contributions to the music industry, but he became the most famous idol across the world and in the U.S.A. Elvis Presley was regarded as one of most influential rock n’ roll performers of the century. If you say “The King of Rock” everyone will automatically know you are talking about Elvis Presley. Through his music, Elvis paved the road for African Americans to the music world, and he

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    Roll music and swaying hips, Elvis Presley captured the hearts of teenage Americans in the 1960s, with girls swooning over “a white man with the Negro sound and the Negro feel” (“Elvis Presley”, Rolling Stone). With a life full of musicality, originality, and some downfalls, he continues to be one of the most popular artists today. His legacy lives on in his iconic songs, the artists he influenced, and even the social reforms he played a role in. Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8th, 1935

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    Maeve Cronin Module: CM152 Assignment: Creative biography- Elvis Presley "If life was fair, Elvis would be alive and all the impersonators would be dead." -Johnny Carson Background: Elvis Presley was a major cultural icon of the 20th century. He sold over 1 billion records and made 33 movies over the course of his lifetime. He was born on January 8th 1935 after a difficult birth where his identity twin brother was delivered stillborn. Elvis had a tough upbringing. After his father was imprisoned for

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    Ever since I was five years old (2002), Elvis Presley has been the artist that most interests me. His style, music, rhythm, personality and charisma have made him one of the most important singers for what we know today as Rock n’ Roll. Elvis started his journey having influences from blues and country music and also, usually less notably, from African-American gospel (McNeil n.p.). The last one has its roots in traditional ancient African music, which can also be seen as an influence in the rhythm

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    Elvis Presley was one of the most influential Rock n’ roll artists. Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8th, 1935. Elvis’ name was originally spelled Aron but later he changed it to the biblical form of Aaron. Elvis was supposed to be a twin but his brother was stillborn. Elvis grew up with a strong faith in God and gospel music was a big influence on his life. He got his first guitar for his 11th birthday. Elvis got his first taste of musical musical success when he won a talent show in high

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    Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll, once said  “Truth is like the sun, you can shut it out for a time, but it ain’t goin away”. Which I didn’t understand at first but after learning more about Elvis, his quote made much more sense, that the truth will always be there even after a lie is told.  Elvis Presley left this world with a huge impact on society, with new artist coming up & the way he danced by moving his hips even influenced people these days.        Elvis Aaron Presley was born in

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    Elvis Presley was born on January 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi, though his twin brother sadly did not make it. Presley came from very a humble background with working-class parents, though his family had little money they moved around a lot. But they had very strong faith. Elvis went with his parents to church where he heard gospel music spiking his interest in music. At the age of eleven he received his first guitar as a birthday present form his mother. He also won his high school talent show

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    Elvis Aaron Presley was a very influential musician during the 1950’s and continues his legacy to this day. Presley was known as the “King of Rock”, or simply “The King” in his time of fame. Growing up, Presley was a humble person. He was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935. He grew up in a poor family and had to move constantly, but his parents were loving and supportive nevertheless. He looked up to his parents greatly, especially his mother. His family was exceedingly religious, which

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    Elvis Aaron Presley, otherwise known as “The King” was born on January 8th, 1935. He came from simple beginnings; being born into a lower-class family in Tupelo, Mississippi. In 1948, at the age of 13 Elvis Presley and his family moved to Memphis, Tennessee. Soon he launched his incredibly successful music career with Sun Records at the age of 19 in 1954. His music was influenced by both African American and White artists causing his unique blend of country, pop, rhythm and blues, and gospel music

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    Analysis of Elvis Presley Deborah Cantin Colorado Technical University Partially Resubmitted From Phases 1, 2, 3, 4 IPs Abstract This paper covers a brief biographical and psychological profile that explores the subject’s childhood, work, personal life, lifetime accomplishments, and philosophy. In addition, I will discuss his inner perspectives using the Cognitive Perspective to describe the two aspects of Mr. Presley’s behavior. I will also discuss his MBTI® Type along with examples to

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