The Cheat Sheet

1 of Elvis Presley’s Biggest Hits, ‘Heartbreak Hotel,’ Was Based on a Real-Life Story That Had a Horrific End

In January 1956, Elvis Presley recorded a song that would become one of his most famous hits. However, the hard-rocking song with dark lyrics spoke of such a sad tale; it led listeners to wonder about ...
American Songwriter

The Story Behind “Heartbreak Hotel” by Elvis Presley and How It Was Inspired by a Suicide Note … or Was It?

When RCA Victor purchased Elvis Presley’s recording contract from Sam Phillips and Sun Records for $40,000 in 1955, many believed the new form of music called rock ‘n’ roll was a passing fad. This ...
AOL

70 Years Ago, Elvis Presley Made Billboard History with 'Heartbreak Hotel'

On March 3, 1956, Elvis Presley — ever heard of him? — broke into the Billboard Top 100 for the first time with his hit song "Heartbreak Hotel." After entering the chart, "Heartbreak Hotel" quickly ...
Washington Examiner

1956 — when Elvis Presley first shook up rock ‘n’ roll

More than 55 years have passed since Elvis Presley’s first single topped the pop charts in 1956. “Heartbreak Hotel,” the nation’s No. 1 Billboard hit for eight consecutive weeks, along with subsequent ...