Today, Tomorrow, and Forever
Elvis Presley · 2002
266 min · 100 tracks · blues
A collection of alternate takes and live performances showcasing Elvis's raw energy and vocal prowess across genres.
Top tracks — play these first
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Harbor Lights (alternate take 3) Start here — accessible entry with immediate vocal hook
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Heartbreak Hotel (live 05‒16‒56) — This live performance captures the electrifying atmosphere of Elvis's early concerts, emphasizing his showmanship and vocal intensity that captivated audiences.
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Hound Dog (live 05‒16‒56) — As one of Elvis's signature songs, this live rendition showcases his ability to engage with the crowd, making it a defining moment of rock history.
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Can’t Help Falling in Love (#26) — This track exemplifies Elvis's softer side, blending romantic lyrics with a lush melody that has become a timeless classic amongst his ballads.
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I Got a Woman (live 05‒16‒56) — This performance highlights the fusion of gospel and rhythm & blues that influenced Elvis's style, capturing the essence of his musical roots.
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Love Letters — With its poignant themes and smooth delivery, this track adds depth to the album by showcasing Elvis's versatility beyond rock and roll.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic live energy bursts
- short, varied track experiences
- wave-like pacing throughout
- emotional vocal performances shine
- intimate moments of raw expression
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer cohesive long-form albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A posthumous compilation that showcases alternate takes, appealing to dedicated fans.
- Themes
- live performance energy· 1950s rock 'n' roll revival· gospel-infused blues· nostalgic legacy
- Career context
- Released in 2002, Today, Tomorrow, and Forever marks a posthumous compilation of Elvis Presley's extensive discography. It features alternate takes from his earlier recordings, highlighting his evolution as an artist during the peak of rock and roll in the 1950s and early 60s. This album serves as a tribute to his enduring legacy, emphasizing his influence on popular music long after his passing.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chuck Berry· Little Richard· Buddy Holly
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Harbor Lights (alternate take 3) Start here 2:29
- 2 I Got a Woman (alternate take) 1:31
- 3 Shake, Rattle and Roll Alternate (alternate take 2) 3:09
- 4 I Want You, I Need You, I Love You (alternate take 13) 2:43
- 5 Heartbreak Hotel (live 05‒16‒56) 2:33
- 6 Long Tall Sally (live 05‒16‒56) 2:09
- 7 I Was the One (live 05‒16‒56) 3:13
- 8 Money Honey (live 05‒16‒56) 2:20
- 9 I Got a Woman (live 05‒16‒56) 3:28
- 10 Blue Suede Shoes (live 05‒16‒56) 4:00
- 11 Hound Dog (live 05‒16‒56) 2:45
- 12 Rip It Up (alternate take 14) 2:01
- 13 Don’t Forbid Me / You Belong to My Heart (jam 12‒04‒56) 1:52
- 14 I Beg of You (alternate take 5) 1:54
- 15 Peace in the Valley (alternate take 1) 3:23
- 16 Is It So Strange (alternate take 10) 2:32
- 17 Got a Lot o’ Lovin to Do! (movie master take 17) 1:55
- 18 Loving You (alternate take 6, farm version #3) 1:47
- 19 Treat Me Nice (alternate take 6, movie version) 2:06
- 20 Young and Beautiful (alternate take 4–5) 2:52
- 21 I Want to Be Free (alternate take 3–4) 2:01
- 22 Steadfast, Loyal and True (undubbed master) 1:15
- 23 Doncha’ Think It’s Time (alternate take 48) 1:57
- 24 I Need Your Love Tonight (alternate take 4) 2:00
- 25 I Got Stung (alternate take 16) 1:48
- 26 The Fool (alternate take 1, 1959) 1:54
Disc 2
- 1 Make Me Know It (#17, 18) 2:42
- 2 Are You Lonesome Tonight (#1, 2) 3:39
- 3 G.I. Blues (#5) 2:49
- 4 Pocketful of Rainbows (#3) 2:59
- 5 Flaming Star (#4, 1) 3:27
- 6 Swing Down Sweet Chariot (#2, 3) 3:15
- 7 Lonely Man (solo #1) 2:04
- 8 There’s Always Me (#2) 2:34
- 9 Can’t Help Falling in Love (#26) 1:51
- 10 I’m Yours (#5) 2:16
- 11 Follow That Dream (#3) 1:41
- 12 Anything That’s Part of You (#8) 2:09
- 13 King of the Whole Wide World (#3) 3:42
- 14 Gonna Get Back Home Somehow (#2) 2:43
- 15 A Boy Like Me, a Girl Like You (#4) 2:27
- 16 They Remind Me Too Much of You (#4) 2:31
- 17 Mexico (#2) 2:00
- 18 Witchcraft (#2) 2:23
- 19 Today, Tomorrow, and Forever (duet #2) 4:11
- 20 Ask Me (#2) 2:15
- 21 Roustabout (#8) 2:04
- 22 Puppet on a String (#10) 2:40
- 23 My Desert Serenade (#7) 2:08
- 24 Please Don’t Stop Loving Me (#10) 2:06
- 25 This Is My Heaven (#7) 2:40
- 26 Never Say Yes (#1, 2) 2:37
- 27 Hide Thou Me (home 1966) 5:01
Disc 3
- 1 Love Letters 2:52
- 2 If the Lord Wasn’t Walking by My Side 1:38
- 3 Come What May 1:59
- 4 Indescribably Blue 2:49
- 5 Long Legged Girl 1:28
- 6 The Love Machine 2:50
- 7 You Don’t Know Me 2:29
- 8 Big Boss Man 2:52
- 9 We Call on Him 2:34
- 10 Stay Away 2:22
- 11 U.S. Male 2:43
- 12 Wonderful World 2:24
- 13 Guitar Man 2:52
- 14 Where Could I Go but to the Lord 3:38
- 15 Memories 3:06
- 16 Almost 1:50
- 17 In the Ghetto 2:46
- 18 True Love Travels on a Gravel Road 2:38
- 19 Let Us Pray 3:01
- 20 Baby What You Want Me to Do (live) 2:20
- 21 Funny How Time Slips Away 4:11
- 22 Runaway 2:29
- 23 My Babe 2:11
- 24 What’d I Say 3:03
Disc 4
- 1 See See Rider 3:04
- 2 Polk Salad Annie 3:01
- 3 Walk a Mile in My Shoes 2:57
- 4 The Next Step Is Love 3:32
- 5 Life 3:12
- 6 Snowbird 2:04
- 7 (That’s What You Get) for Lovin’ Me 2:08
- 8 Until It’s Time for You to Go 3:55
- 9 Fools Rush In 2:40
- 10 A Thing Called Love 2:25
- 11 I’ll Be Home on Christmas Day 3:51
- 12 Where Do I Go From Here 2:39
- 13 No More 2:23
- 14 Take Good Care of Her 2:52
- 15 I Miss You 2:14
- 16 I Got a Feeling in My Body 3:35
- 17 If You Talk in Your Sleep 2:33
- 18 Promised Land 2:54
- 19 Your Love’s Been a Long Time Coming 2:49
- 20 Pieces of My Life 3:59
- 21 For the Heart 4:05
- 22 She Thinks I Still Care 3:35
- 23 Hurt 2:10
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