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Elvis Presley, considered by many to be 鈥渒ing of rock and roll,鈥� was born in Tupelo, Miss., on Jan. 8, 1935. Elvis started out as a self-taught musician who sang in church and performed occasionally in school or local talent shows. While working as a truck driver, he began making some recordings with Sun Records in 1954 but two years later moved on to RCA Victor. 鈥淭he King鈥檚鈥� first single under RCA, 鈥淗eartbreak Hotel,鈥� was released that year and became an instant hit. The blend of country, rhythm, and blues made his music popular, while his risqu茅 performance style made him irresistible 鈥� and controversial. With an estimated one billion records sold, Elvis made himself an international superstar. Graceland, Elvis鈥� Memphis home, is one of the most-visited private homes in the country.