<p id=”par-1_60″><a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/elvis-presley/”>Elvis Presley</a> built his legendary career on <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/1-star-wrote-songs-elvis-presley-taylor-swift.html/?swcfpc=1″>memorable songs</a> that remain industry standards today. But even the most incredible stars can miss out on significant chart-topping hits. During the 1970s, Presley reportedly passed on recording two Middle-of-the-Road songs that went on to achieve massive commercial success: “Feelings” by Morris Albert and “Love Will Keep Us Together” by Captain & Tennille.</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-elvis-presley-reportedly-turned-down-feelings”>Elvis Presley reportedly turned down ‘Feelings’</h2>
<p id=”par-2_32″>Brazilian singer Morris Albert released “Feelings” in 1974 and the song became an international sensation. The emotionally charged ballad resonated with audiences worldwide, reaching No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100. </p>
<p id=”par-3_44″>However, long before <a href=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwiBPBrCynI” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>Albert’s version</a> climbed the charts, Presley was reportedly presented with the song but declined to record it. While the reason behind Presley’s decision remains speculative, some sources suggest that he may have felt “Feelings” didn’t align with his signature style. </p>
<p id=”par-4_64″>The introspective and tender tone of the track deviated from the powerful, soul-stirring ballads Presley often embraced during the last decade of his life. Presley found solace in gospel in the early 70s, and the Recording Academy recognized him with a Grammy Best Inspirational Performance for “He Touched Me” in 1972 and another for a live version of “How Great Thou Art” in 1974.</p>
<p id=”par-5_43″>Despite the King of Rock and Roll passing on the opportunity, “Feelings” became a defining track of the decade, cementing its place as a pop standard. Other powerful vocalists who recorded the tune were Ella Fitzgerald, Andy Williams, Johnny Mathis, and Mike Brant.</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-love-will-keep-us-together-slipped-away”>‘Love Will Keep Us Together’ slipped away</h2>
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<p id=”par-6_74″>Another song Elvis Presley reportedly considered that would go on to become a major 1970s hit was “Love Will Keep Us Together,” the upbeat pop anthem that propelled Captain & Tennille to stardom. Released in 1975, and written by <span style=”font-size: revert; background-color: var(–wp–custom–color–white); color: var(–wp–custom–color–blackish); font-family: var(–wp–custom–font–family–body); font-weight: var(–wp–custom–font–weight–regular);”>written by Neil Sedaka and Howard Greenfield</span>, the song dominated the charts, winning the Grammy Award for Record of the Year. Its infectious melody and heartfelt lyrics captured the spirit of the decade’s pop scene.</p>
<p id=”par-7_42″>Presley was said to have been approached about recording the track before Captain & Tennille made it their signature song. Some reports suggest the track’s lighthearted tone may have felt too far removed from Presley’s evolving sound during his later career. </p>
<p id=”par-8_42″>By the mid-1970s, Presley gravitated more toward introspective ballads and powerful performances, leaving “Love Will Keep Us Together” to find success with different voices. Other covers included the song’s author Neil Sedaka, The Tubes, Tracy Huang, and Backstreet Boys member Nick Carter.</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-what-were-elvis-biggest-hits-of-the-1970s”>What were Elvis’ biggest hits of the 1970s?</h2>
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<p id=”par-9_41″>Although Presley passed on both “Feelings” and “Love Will Keep Us Together,” his career remained strong throughout the 1970s. He captivated audiences with hits like “Burning Love” and “My Way,” showcasing his enduring ability to connect with fans across musical styles.</p>
<p id=”par-10_35″>Presley’s 1970s career was marked by several standout hits that showcased his evolving style and emotional depth. Some of his biggest hits from the decade include “The Wonder of You” (1970), and “Suspicious Minds” (1970).</p>
<p id=”par-11_45″>Other Presley songs that dominated the 1970s included a cover of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” (1977), “Always On My Mind” (1972, a tune that would catapult Willie Nelson to the top of the charts a decade later), “Moody Blue” (1977) and “Promised Land” (1974).</p>
<p id=”par-12_45″>The last song Elvis Presley recorded in a studio was “Way Down” on October 31, 1976, in <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/graceland-behind-closed-doors-elvis-presley-granddaughter-reveals-spirit-imprinted-off-limits-bedroom.html/?swcfpc=1″>Graceland’s Jungle Room</a>. The track was part of his final studio album, <em>Moody Blue</em>, released in 1977. <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/untold-truth-elvis-presley-final-months-cousin.html/?swcfpc=1″>Elvis died</a> at his home on Aug. 16, 1977 at 42.</p>