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Elvis’ Songwriter Shot Down the Rumor That ‘In the Ghetto’ Was Meant for Sammy Davis Jr.

Elvis Presley‘s “In the Ghetto” is one of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll‘s most famous songs, so it’s difficult to imagine a world where another singer released it first. The writer of the song debunked a ...
The Cheat Sheet

The Writer of Elvis’ ‘In the Ghetto’ Explained It

Elvis Presley‘s “In the Ghetto” is one of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll‘s more somber and haunting songs and it could inspire many interpretations. The famous writer of the song said the tune is about “a ...
American Songwriter

Who Wrote “In The Ghetto” by Elvis Presley

“In The Ghetto” became a major hit for Elvis Presley in 1969. One of The King’s most socially conscious tracks, the lyrics tackle the effects of an unstable childhood. While many of Elvis’ songs ...
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Elvis Presley Almost Didn’t Record The Iconic Hit That Redefined and Revitalized His Singing Career

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