Elvis Presley: What You Didn't Know

Every famous musician out there surprisingly has a few things that most people don't know about him or her. Of course there are a few exceptions, such as Britney Spears and the like, but I'm talking about true musicians. Today, I am focusing on Elvis Aaron Presley, and the things a lot of people don't seem to know about him.

Did you know? - Elvis Had A Twin

Yes, you did read correctly, Elvis did have a twin. Sadly though, his twin brother died at birth. His name was Jesse Garon. Just reading this, you must have a lot of questions, just like I do. Could Jesse have been as musically talented as his twin brother? If so, they could have been a perfect duo, rockin' out together on stage.

Did you know? - Elvis Has Been Inducted To 4 Music Halls Of Fame

Elvis is the only performer to have been inducted into four halls of fame. Four music halls of fame is quite a feat to accomplish don't you think? The four music halls of fame that he has been inducted to are The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame(1986), Country Music Hall Of Fame(1998), Gospel Music Hall of Fame(2001), and Rockabilly Hall Of Fame(Year unknown).

Did you know? - Elvis knew Karate

While touring in service, the army introduced Elvis to Karate, which he avidly studied.

Did you know? - Elvis Was In The Army

He was drafted in 1957 and soon was sent to Fort Hood, Texas for his training, which he completed. Son after he was sent to active duty in Friedberg Germany with the 3rd Armored Division. It was here that he learned karate mentioned above. While he was touring, his mother become an alcoholic, and was diagnosed with Hepatitis, so in August 1958 he was sent home on emergency leave. Then later in 1960 Elvis came back to the States once again, and on March 5, 1960, was honorably discharged. Elvis was a Sergeant.

Did you know? - Elvis Has Over 150 Designations From The RIAA

Including singles, albums, and sets, Elvis has 150 gold, platinum or multi-platinum designations. This figure is just from American Sales. That is quite a lot, considering Elvis is only one person. His most awarded piece is an album, the 1970 package "Elvis' Christmas Album", which has received platinum nine times!