Elvis Presley is one of the most legendary musicians of all time. Even though he never performed outside North America, his fame and talent turned him into a worldwide success. To this day, people listen to his songs all over the world, and impersonators carry on his legacy.

Despite his fame, Elvis tried to safeguard his personal life, which led to a conflict between giving everything to his fans and keeping part of his life to himself. Let’s delve into the lives of Elvis and his family to better understand the one and only King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

Elvis Was Rejected Early In His Career

When he was only 19 years old, Elvis started auditioning for bands, one of which was the gospel music group The Songfellows. However, they turned him down, one of the members later saying that he’d had difficulty following a harmony. According to Elvis’s father, Vernon Presley, the band told him he couldn’t sing.

But this rejection might have been a blessing in disguise for Elvis, who moved on and quickly rose to fame. As his worldwide fame and net worth grew, The Songfellows probably regretted their decision. It’s a good thing that he was so resilient and determined.

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