Robert Plant, the golden god at the center of the legendary 1970s rock band Led Zeppelin, is no different. Known for his signature sound and powerful range, he’s one of the most dynamic vocalists in the biz. He’s also a fan of fellow rock royalty Elvis Presley.
So, when he treated fans to a stirring rendition of The King’s 1961 classic ballad, “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” let’s just say everyone was all shook up.
In fact, American Songwriter just published a whole story on it, writing, “I just watched Robert Plant deliver what is now my absolute favorite rendition of Elvis Presley ever.”
Presley’s timeless song, which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, has many admirers. With well over 500 recorded covers in the songbooks, it’s pretty safe to say it's one of the King's most famous smash hits. From UB40, Beck, and Haley Reinhart, to Eels, Cameo, and even Pearl Jam, the track transcends time, genres, and musical eras.
A lifelong fan of Presley, Plant has been open about how the King of Rock and Roll has shaped his journey as a musician. According to Clash, Plant spent his childhood cosplaying The King in his family living room. One song in particular, “Hound Dog,” proved transformative for the future rocker, with Plant later describing it as an “opiate” that inspired him put away his stamp collection and pick up a mic.
“When I met Elvis with Zeppelin, after one of his concerts in the early Seventies, I sized him up,” Plant shared, via Far Out. “He wasn’t quite as tall as me. But he had a singer’s build. He had a good chest — that resonator. And he was driven.”
The spontaneous duet became one of the greatest moments of Plant’s life. If only that moment, like Plant’s heartfelt take on “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” were caught on tape.
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