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Jackson has said himself that Elvis is the King. Why do you think Jackson created the title King of Pop for himself? Elvis brought black rhythm and blues to not only America during the segregated 1950's but to the whole world. Communist countries claimed Elvis was a creation by the US to undermine the world youth. Listen to his first records from Sun Studios and you can hear Rock and Roll being created. He helped usher in Rock and Roll and changed musical culture, and helped pave the way for the sexual revolution in the 1960s. He broke down racial barriers, helping black artists reach mainstream America. He was the first American Idol who is idolized around the globe, and he never toured outside the United States! He is the most photographed human being in history, his image is the most reproduced image in history, second only to Mickey Mouse.He continues to sell records 30 years after his death at the age of only 42. He has never sung to an empty seat,selling out every concert he's ever played. He served his country at the height of his career and did not complain. EVERY pop artist from Jackie WIlson, Nat King Cole, the Beatles, Madonna, Bruce Springsteen,The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Celine Dion, Garth Brooks,(and I can go on and on) have all been quoted saying they were influenced by Elvis. He is the epiome of someone who can be born into poverty and raise himself up to great success. He is the only artist inducted into the Rock and Roll, Country and Gospel Hall of Fame..A man who loved his country, his God, and fellow man. He has given millions of dollars to charities. A man who never lost his humility. Simply put, had their not been Elvis, THERE WOULD NOT BE A MICHAEL JACKSON. For this one reason alone ,Elvis holds the title as the worlds greatest entertainer. As Bruce Springsteen has quoted " There have ben contenders, there have been pretenders but there is only one Elvis."-nuff said, case closed.