Within this work, songs like Heartbreak Hotel, which was already a hit on the pop charts, were included to boost the release. Tracks that Presley already performed live were also included, such as Money Honey and I Got A Woman. An interesting detail is the inclusion of Blue Suede Shoes, a rockabilly number that was not originally released as a single so as not to interfere with the career of Carl Perkins, its author. However, after an accident involving Perkins, the song was released as a single and reached number 20 on the charts. The album itself was a phenomenon, selling over a million copies and earning gold and, subsequently, platinum certification.
The influence of Elvis Presley extends to the present day. In 2003, Rolling Stone magazine ranked it 55th on its list of the 500 greatest albums of all time, and it was also included in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die. The design of its cover has become a visual reference, replicated by numerous artists over the years. This album not only demonstrated the selling power of Elvis and rock and roll, but also laid the groundwork for what would become one of the most influential musical careers in history.
