Elvis Performs “See See Rider” Live in Hawaii, 1973

“See See Rider” is a classic blues song that was popularized in the 1950s by artists like Chuck Willis and LaVern Baker. Elvis Presley covered the song and performed it on a number of occasions, including a live performance in Hawaii in 1973.

The Hawaii concert, which took place on January 14, 1973, was part of Elvis’s “Aloha from Hawaii” TV special, which was broadcast live around the world. The concert was a huge success, and helped to cement Elvis’s reputation as one of the greatest live performers of all time.

Elvis’s performance of “See See Rider” in Hawaii was a highlight of the concert. Backed by a full band and a group of backup singers, Elvis delivered a powerful, soulful rendition of the song that showcased his impressive vocal range and his mastery of the blues genre.

The performance was marked by Elvis’s trademark stage presence, with the singer gyrating and swaying to the beat of the music, and interacting with the audience in a way that only he could. The crowd responded with thunderous applause and cheers, making it clear that Elvis had once again won them over with his electrifying performance.

Today, Elvis’s performance of “See See Rider” in Hawaii is remembered as one of the greatest moments in his career, and a testament to his enduring legacy as the King of Rock and Roll.