Elvis Presley didn’t just perform he felt every word. Even in the final year of his life, his voice carried more than music. It carried everything he’d been through: the highs, the heartache, and the weight of being Elvis. Millions still follow him for his raw honesty and relatable feelings, and both come through in “How Great Thou Art,” performed live in Alexandria, Louisiana in March 1977.
In this video, Elvis stands before the crowd with quiet strength. “How Great Thou Art” isn’t just a song it’s something sacred. His voice rises with power then falls into softness, pulling the audience with him. You can see it on his face that he’s not just delivering a performance, he’s holding on to something meaningful. It’s gospel in its purest form: not showy but full of faith and full of truth.
Elvis Presley – How Great Thou Art – Live Alexandria, LA (March 29th, 1977)
Fans in the comments describe it as haunting, unforgettable. Some say they grew up hearing this version in their homes, others call it one of his most emotional late-career moments. They don’t just hear the song they feel the weight behind it and even in a concert hall, with lights and applause, it still feels like a prayer.
If “How Great Thou Art” is about holding onto something steady, then his other song “Unchained Melody” is about letting go. These two performances aren’t opposites instead they’re companions. One is a spiritual release, the other is an emotional confession. Together, they capture a man nearing the end of his journey: still singing, still giving, still holding nothing back.
Unchained Melody | Elvis Presley (Live Music Video) 4K Remastered | Elvis In Concert Rapid City 1977
In “Unchained Melody” filmed just a few months later in Rapid City, Elvis takes the stage with just a piano and a song. His hands are unsteady, but his voice is clear. As the song builds, so does the emotion. He sings like it’s the last time he’ll get to say what’s in his heart and maybe he knew it was. When he hits that final note, it’s not about impressing the crowd. It’s about reaching the end with something true.
That’s why Elvis Presley still matters. Even when everything else faded, the honesty in his music never did. He sang what he felt no filter, no pretending. Follow Elvis on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, because the next song might be the one that reminds you how powerful simple truth can be.