Lisa Marie Presley is doing a video duet of “In the Ghetto,” with her late father, Elvis Presley, that will be posted Friday on Spinner.com.
The video marks the 30th anniversary of Elvis’ death. Lisa Marie’s voice and Elvis’ image were combined to create the video remake of the 1969 hit.
The video will be posted with an interview with Lisa Marie Presley, in which she says it was very emotional creating the remake.
“We had two hours to lay down my vocals. So the next morning, I heard the rough, and I’ve never cried when I’ve done anything …ever, but I just lost it when I heard it.”
Lisa Marie also opens up in the interview and discusses her distaste of her father’s hit song, “Viva Las Vegas” used in a Viagra commercial. “I find that revolting. Some songs we have no control over. I know we didn’t license that one.”
Presley plans on using the proceeds from the new video to help build temporary housing for the homeless in New Orleans.
On Aug. 16, 1977, Elvis Presley died in his home at Graceland. This year will mark the 30th anniversary of his death.
Lisa Marie will be attending a concert Thursday in Memphis that will show her father performing on video, with his former backup singers and band members performing in the background.
August 15th, 2007 at 10:47 am
Wow I wasnt even born when he passed. I remember when I was a little girl watching his movies and thinking O my god….. the man is DREAMY~ Tall, dark and handsome and very talented too. There are people from the past where you would love getting the chance to meet, Elvis is one on my list! The king lives!
August 15th, 2007 at 11:24 am
That is so cool . Can’t wait to see it. It’s great that she’s honoring him this way and using the money for such a good cause - go LisaMarie!