Elvis Aaron Presley was also known simply as Elvis, was an American singer, musician, and actor. He is regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century and is often referred to as the “King of Rock and Roll” or simply “the King”. His energized interpretations of songs and sexually provocative performance style, combined with a singularly potent mix of influences across color lines during a transformative era in race relations, led him to both great success and initial controversy. These Elvis Presley quotes will motivate you.
Best Elvis Presley Quotes
- “You’ve got to follow that dream, wherever that dream may lead.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Truth is like the sun. You can shut it out for a time, but it ain’t goin’ away.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Values are like fingerprints. Nobody’s are the same, but you leave ’em all over everything you do” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Everybody comes from the same source. If you hate another human being, you’re hating part of yourself.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “To judge a man by his weakest link or deed is like judging the power of the ocean by one wave.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “You only pass through this life once, you don’t come back for an encore.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I am not the King. Jesus Christ is the King. I’m just an entertainer.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Never wait for tomorrow, what if tomorrow never comes?” ~ Elvis Presley
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“Do something worth remembering.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Love had surely made us all and hate would surely make us fall.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Animals don’t hate, and we’re supposed to be better than them.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “When things go wrong, don’t go with them.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Friends are people you can talk to… without words when you have to.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Don’t criticize what you can’t understand, son. You never walked in that’s man shoes.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Somebody does somethin’ stupid, that’s human. They don’t stop when they see it’s wrong, that’s a fool.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I think most people have a natural instinct to rebel.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “People think you’re crazy if you talk about things they don’t understand.” ~ Elvis Presley
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“Ambition is a dream with a V8 engine.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I ain’t no saint, but I’ve tried never to do anything that would hurt my family or offend God…I figure all any kid needs is hope and the feeling he or she belongs. If I could do or say anything that would give some kid that feeling, I would believe I had contributed something to the world.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Until we meet again, may God bless you as he has blessed me.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Live each day, as if it we’re your last. It’s written in the stars, your destiny is cast.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I’m so lucky to be in the position to give. It’s really a gift to give.” ~ Elvis Presley
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“A little less fight and a little more spark, close your mouth and open your heart.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I’ve had a pretty good lesson in human nature. It’s more important to try to surround yourself with people who can give you a little happiness, because you only pass through this life once, Jack. You don’t come back for an encore.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Computers may out think us one day, but as long as people got feelings we’ll be better than they are.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “It’s not how much you have that makes people look up to you, it’s who you are.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I like to sing ballads the way Eddie Fisher does and the way Perry Como does. But the way I’m singing now is what makes the money.” ~ Elvis Presley
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“Do what’s right for you, so long as it don’t hurt no one.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “We’re trapped in a world that’s troubled with pain. As long as a man has the strength to dream, he can redeem his soul and fly.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Envy someone an’ it pulls you down. Admire them and it builds you up. Which makes more sense?” ~ Elvis Presley
- “If you let your head get too big, it’ll break your neck.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Tomorrow will be too late, it’s now or never.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Whatever I will become will be what God has chosen for me.” ~ Elvis Presley , Elvis Presley quotes about god
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“Gospel music is the purest thing there is on this earth.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “A lot of people seem to think I started this business. But rock ‘n’ roll was here a long time before I came along. Nobody can sing that kind of music like colored people. Let’s face it: I can’t sing like Fats Domino can. I know that.” ~ Elvis Presley ,Elvis Presley quotes about music
- “The greatest voice of all time.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “There are too many people that depend on me. I’m too obligated. I’m in too far to get out.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “The image is one thing and the human being is another…it’s very hard to live up to an image.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Sharing money is what gives it its value.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “When your intelligence don’t tell you something ain’t right, your conscience gives you a tap you on the shoulder and says ‘Hold on’. If it don’t, you’re a snake.” ~ Elvis Presley
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“The road to love is full of danger signs.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I don’t mind being controversial. Even Jesus wasn’t loved in his day.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “You look like an angel, walk like an angel, talk like an angel. But I got wise, you’re the devil in disguise.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Happiness is knowin’ you’ve done a good job, whether it’s professional or for another person.” ~ Elvis Presley , Elvis Presley quotes on happiness
- “In public, I like real conservative clothes, something that’s not too flashy. But onstage, I like ’em as flashy as you can get ’em.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I figure all any kid needs is hope and the feeling he or she belongs.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I’m with a crowd but oh so alone.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Talent is being able to sell what you’re feeling.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “A little less conversation, a little more ACTION.” ~ Elvis Presley
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“Fame and fortune, how empty they can be.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “We can’t build our dreams on suspicious minds.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “When I was a child I was a dreamer. I read comic books, and I was the hero of the comic book. I saw movies, and I was the hero in the movie. So every dream I have ever dreamed has come true a thousand times.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “My philosophy of life is simple: I need someone to love, something to wait and do something.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “When I first saw you with your smile so tender, my heart was captured, my soul surrendered.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Some people tap their feet, some people snap their fingers, and some people sway back and forth. I just sorta do ’em all together, I guess.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “All I want is to know the truth, to know and experience God. I’m a searcher, that’s what I’m all about.” ~ Elvis Presley
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“If you cry when you’re in love, it sure ain’t no disgrace.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I’m trying to keep a level head. You have to be careful out in the world. It’s so easy to get turned.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “The only thing worse than watching a bad movie is being in one.” ~ Elvis Presley”Before you abuse, criticize, and accuse walk a mile in my shoes.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Before you abuse, criticize, and accuse walk a mile in my shoes.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “Sad thing is, you can still love someone and be wrong for them.” ~ Elvis Presley , Elvis Presley quotes about love
- “Take your troubles to the Chapel, get down on your knees and pray. Your burdens will be lighter, and you’ll surely find the way.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I love only one girl, one in every town.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I’ve never written a song in my life. It’s all a big hoax.” ~ Elvis Presley
- “I’ve come too far, and I don’t know how to get back.” ~ Elvis Presley
