King of the Whole Wide World
Elvis Presley · Elvis' Gold Records Vol. 3
A poor man wants the oyster
A rich man wants the pearl
But the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Come on letÂ’s sing, sing brother sing
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HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
The rich man wants the princess
The poor man just wants a girl
But the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Come on letÂ’s sing, sing brother sing
Â’cos the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
A poor man wants to be a rich man
A rich man wants to be a king
But the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Come on letÂ’s sing, sing brother sing
Â’cos the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Come on letÂ’s sing, sing brother sing
Â’cos the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Of the whole wide world
Of the whole wide world
A rich man wants the pearl
But the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Come on letÂ’s sing, sing brother sing
Â’cos the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
The rich man wants the princess
The poor man just wants a girl
But the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Come on letÂ’s sing, sing brother sing
Â’cos the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
A poor man wants to be a rich man
A rich man wants to be a king
But the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Come on letÂ’s sing, sing brother sing
Â’cos the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Come on letÂ’s sing, sing brother sing
Â’cos the man who can sing when he hasnÂ’t got a thing
HeÂ’s the king of the whole wide world
Of the whole wide world
Of the whole wide world
King of the Whole Wide World
Elvis Presley's "King of the Whole Wide World" stands as a quintessential example of his rock and roll mastery, delivered with the signature energy that defined his era. Recorded for "Elvis' Gold Records Vol. 3," the track showcases his vocal range and stage presence, blending R&B influences with the driving rhythm of early rock. As part of his extensive discography, this song reflects the artist's ability to adapt his sound while maintaining his unique identity. The recording captures the raw power and charisma that made him a global icon, cementing his status as the King of Rock and Roll through its dynamic performance and enduring appeal.