: Elvis performed the song over 200 times between 1970 and 1977. His final performance on June 26, 1977 —just weeks before his death—is considered particularly moving, as the lyrics about providing comfort through "troubled water" seemed to reflect his own internal struggles.
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Paul Simon famously praised Elvis's version, noting its extreme drama. : Elvis performed the song over 200 times
: After witnessing Elvis perform the song at Madison Square Garden in 1972 , Simon joked, "That's it, we might as well all give up now". Emotional Significance Great sound
: Unlike the delicate arrangement of the original, Elvis’s version featured a massive wall of sound, including his usual rock band led by James Burton , a full orchestra, and the soaring harmonies of The Sweet Inspirations .
: Simon reportedly said that hearing Elvis sing his song was "unbelievable" and felt like a "god" was performing it.
: The song’s heavy gospel influence resonated with Elvis's own musical roots, allowing him to deliver a rendition that felt like a "prayer" in his live sets.