If producing inspirational people with a short lifespan was an art, The United States would be Picasso of it. Just like Marilyn Monroe and Martin Luther King Junior, Elvis Aaron Presley was another figure in America’s rich history who influenced millions across the world with his music in his short career. Presley started his career with rockabilly music and went on to become the leading figure of rock and roll music. His energy filled performances and incorporating influences of different races in his music at a time when the Civil Rights Movement was just dawning made him popular with a large number of people.
Though he forayed into acting in Hollywood films in the 1960s he was more successful in music. Till date he is one of the best selling solo artists with a record sales of 600 million units worldwide approximately. His contributions to the world of music has been recognised by 3 Grammy Awards and being inducted into several music halls of fame. Let us enrich ourselves by the following inspirational quotes by the ‘King of Rock and Roll’.
1. On happiness
Have someone to love and keep doing some work if you want to stay happy.
2. On truth
The truth will always get exposed no matter how much you try to hide it.
3. On God
Always keep faith in the powers of the Almighty.
4. On ambition
Having an ambition helps you fulfil your dreams faster.
5. On being original
Be yourself and do not try to copy others.
6. On talent
The ability to market your feelings correctly is called talent.
7. On criticising others
Never criticise anyone without understanding what they are doing.
8. On values
The work you do reflect the values you possess.
9. On contributing to the world
Try to contribute to the world so that you can make it a better place to live in.
10. On hate
Hating a fellow human is akin to hating a part of yourself.
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