Was Elvis A Racist?

**0349054** · 03-11-2006, 05:47 AM

Elvis wasnt a racist. He grew up in the South and did pass comments but they were just comments, you have to factor in the time and place he was raised. He called Lamar a fat ***, it doesent mean he hated Lamar or had any Xenophobic qualities.

**Unchained Melody** · 03-17-2006, 03:12 PM

I have heard this story a couple of times but I dont buy it for 1 minute. Elvis was not racist not the least bit. He loved everybody I think. He loved different types of music like the blues so no, I dont think Elvis was racist.

**Katie** · 03-17-2006, 03:24 PM

Elvis was definately not racist. He was very unracist

**Raised on Rock** · 03-18-2006, 07:50 PM

Hey everybody longtime no see, big hello from Baja California M?xico...

Was Elvis a Racist? well what do you think after takin a look at this pic

**Unchained Melody** · 03-18-2006, 07:59 PM

They are getting a little close in this picture dont you think so lol

**Awickedreigndrop** · 03-18-2006, 10:26 PM

As an African - American mutt (I have different backgrounds but I'm mostly black)I agree, I don't think that Elvis was a racist. Someone in this thread said that, the press just started the rumor to to bring Elvis down and I agree with that also. They probably started it because many people admired the man, including the blacks.

**Leroy** · 03-19-2006, 01:59 AM

I think it's about time we put this piece to rest. History has already answered this question. Just look at the facts the way they are and you all know the answer.

**Wendy56** · 03-20-2006, 12:17 AM

Absolutely not! Elvis was not a racist...

**riley** · 03-20-2006, 01:05 AM

Elvis a racist. You must be joking.

**Indre** · 03-20-2006, 01:06 AM

Originally Posted by Jumpsuit Junkie

Having read an article on Elvis Express I was intriged to hear your thoughts on whether elvis could ever be considered a racist?

A small excerpt from Elvis Express:-

"There have been rumors about him, saying that he said 'The
only thing blacks can do for me is shine my shoes."

Here is the full story!! www.elvis-express.com/racist.html

Matt

THIS IS RIDICULOUS

What about Sweet Inspirations in his band

I think solely THAT proves he was no racist, lol

**patricia** · 03-20-2006, 03:41 PM

No he was'nt racist, I never heard him say anything bad about anyone.

**Joe Car** · 03-20-2006, 04:31 PM

I think it was Tom Petty who said in the Elvis Lives special, (though I'm not sure if these were his exact words) "He was one of the true southern gentleman who brought races together".

**4THEHEART** · 03-20-2006, 04:42 PM

GOD D..N!.. HE WAS THE ONE WHO MADE WHITE PEOPLE LISTEN TO BLACK MUSIC (as some call..)AND WE'RE STILL TALKIN ABOUT THAT BS..

**Indre** · 03-21-2006, 12:52 AM

Originally Posted by Joe Car

I think it was Tom Petty who said in the Elvis Lives special, (though I'm not sure if these were his exact words) "He was one of the true southern gentleman who brought races together".

Good Lord, I just looooove Petty!!

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