Is Good Times a good place to start with Elvis Presley?

Yes, Good Times is recommended as a starting point for new Elvis Presley listeners. A blend of soulful ballads and rhythmic grooves reflecting Elvis's enduring charm and versatility in the early '70s. By 1974, Elvis Presley was navigating a period of transition in his career, having experienced both commercial highs and lows. Released on March 20, 'Good Times' came after a string of soundtracks and live performances that shaped his public persona. This album followed his 1973 concert special, 'Elvis: Aloha from Hawaii,' which had reignited interest in his music.

Who is Good Times for?

Good Times works well if you're into steady mid-tempo relaxation, feel-good sing-along moments and warm afternoon gatherings.

How many songs are on Good Times?

Good Times has 10 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Good Times

Elvis Presley · 1974

30 min · 10 tracks · blues

A blend of soulful ballads and rhythmic grooves reflecting Elvis's enduring charm and versatility in the early '70s.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Take Good Care of Her Start here — This opening track highlights Presley's emotive vocal delivery, encapsulating themes of love and care that resonate throughout the album.
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Loving Arms — A heartfelt ballad that showcases Presley's ability to convey deep emotion, blending country and pop influences seamlessly.
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My Boy — This poignant track features a reflective narrative about fatherhood, showcasing a more vulnerable side of Elvis during this era.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends soulful ballads with rhythmic grooves, showcasing Presley's vocal charm but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features mid-tempo tracks that emphasize soulful melodies, while the second half introduces more rhythmic grooves.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo relaxation
feel-good sing-along moments
warm afternoon gatherings
nostalgic reflections on love

Maybe skip if you

need for high-energy tracks
prefer longer immersive experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Showcases Elvis's versatility in a transitional period, not widely recognized but solid.
Themes: personal struggle· Southern comfort· yearning love
Career context: By 1974, Elvis Presley was navigating a period of transition in his career, having experienced both commercial highs and lows. Released on March 20, 'Good Times' came after a string of soundtracks and live performances that shaped his public persona. This album followed his 1973 concert special, 'Elvis: Aloha from Hawaii,' which had reignited interest in his music.
Stylistic neighbors: Chuck Berry· Little Richard· Buddy Holly