Blue Hawaii
Elvis Presley · 1961
49 min · 22 tracks · pop rock · R&B · rock & roll
A sun-soaked blend of romantic ballads and upbeat island rhythms that evoke tropical escapism.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- tropical escapism for sunny days smooth transitions between lighthearted tracks romantic melodies for relaxed evenings
- Context
- Released on October 20, 1961, 'Blue Hawaii' marked Elvis Presley's return to film soundtracks after a string of successful movies in the late 1950s. This album came after his commercial peak with hits like 'Jailhouse Rock' and showcased his ability to adapt to the burgeoning pop culture of the early 1960s, tapping into the rising interest in Hawaiian themes.
- If you like
- pop rock, R&B, rock & roll
Blue Hawaii is an album by Elvis Presley, released in 1961. A sun-soaked blend of romantic ballads and upbeat island rhythms that evoke tropical escapism. 'Blue Hawaii' was a major commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and staying there for 20 weeks. It solidified Presley's status as a top-tier entertainer during a time when many artists were struggling to adapt to changing musical tastes, influencing subsequent soundtrack albums and establishing a template for future Elvis films. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Blue Hawaii sound like?
A sun-soaked blend of romantic ballads and upbeat island rhythms that evoke tropical escapism. Rooted in pop rock and R&B.
What makes Blue Hawaii by Elvis Presley notable?
'Blue Hawaii' was a major commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and staying there for 20 weeks. It solidified Presley's status as a top-tier entertainer during a time when many artists were struggling to adapt to changing musical tastes, influencing subsequent soundtrack albums and establishing a template for future Elvis films. Released on October 20, 1961, 'Blue Hawaii' marked Elvis Presley's return to film soundtracks after a string of successful movies in the late 1950s. This album came after his commercial peak with hits like 'Jailhouse Rock' and showcased his ability to adapt to the burgeoning pop culture of the early 1960s, tapping into the rising interest in Hawaiian themes.
Who is Blue Hawaii for?
Blue Hawaii works well if you're into tropical escapism for sunny days, smooth transitions between lighthearted tracks and romantic melodies for relaxed evenings.
How many songs are on Blue Hawaii?
Blue Hawaii has 22 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Blue Hawaii Standout 2:36
- 2 Almost Always True 2:25
- 3 Aloha oe 1:53
- 4 No More 2:22
- 5 Can’t Help Falling in Love 3:01
- 6 Rock-a-Hula-Baby Standout 1:59
- 7 Moonlight Swim 2:20
- 8 Ku-u-i-po 2:22
- 9 Ito Eats 1:23
- 10 Slicin’ Sand 1:35
- 11 Hawaiian Sunset 2:32
- 12 Beach Boy Blues 2:03
- 13 Island of Love 2:41
- 14 Hawaiian Wedding Song 2:50
- 15 Steppin’ Out of Line 1:53
- 16 Can’t Help Falling in Love (movie version) 1:54
- 17 Slicin’ Sand (alternate take 4) 1:45
- 18 No More (alternate take 7) 2:35
- 19 Rock-a-Hula-Baby (alternate take 1) 2:15
- 20 Beach Boy Blues (movie version) 1:58
- 21 Steppin’ Out of Line (movie version) 1:54
- 22 Blue Hawaii (alternate take 3) 2:40
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