Even near the end of his life, Elvis Presley didn’t lose the fire in his voice or the truth in his music. Millions continue to follow Elvis for his raw honesty and relatable feelings traits that shine through in this soul-filled moment. In “How Great Thou Art at CBS Television Special”, Elvis doesn’t just sing he lifts every word like a prayer.
In this video Elvis’s voice is strong, full of emotion and reverence. As he sings about the greatness of God you can hear both power and humility in every note. His expressions shift between passion and peace as if he’s holding something heavy and holy at once. There’s a spiritual weight behind his performance something deeper than music alone. It’s a moment of worship, but also a quiet confession.
Elvis Presley – How Great Thou Art – CBS Television Special (1977)
Listeners say this version gave them goosebumps or even brought them to tears. The comment section is filled with people sharing stories of faith, grief, and hope. Even in a television special, surrounded by cameras and lights, Elvis makes the moment feel deeply personal. His honesty doesn’t ask for attention it offers comfort.
In “How Great Thou Art” Elvis lifts his voice in praise, full of strength and spiritual power, while in “Unchained Melody” in Lincoln, he sits at the piano and pours his heart out, making the first a prayer to heaven and the second a cry from the soul. Together, they show two sides of the same man: one seeking peace above, the other searching within.
Elvis Presley – Unchained Melody – Live Lincoln, NE (June 20th, 1977)
In “Unchained Melody”, his voice trembles but never falls. He sings with pain, strength, and longing, pouring everything he has into each line. There’s no act here, no wall between him and the audience just a man and a song that says what he can’t.
Elvis Presleys music continues to speak because he never held back. Whether singing to the heavens or whispering to the soul, he gave fans something real. To explore more follow Elvis on YouTube, Facebook, and other platforms, the next song might reach you exactly when you need it most.