Ahhh romantics, the curse of the world.
I was never an Elvis fan, but I never doubted his talent. Surprisingly I've read he was much concerned in his life about his abilities. I got the impression he was caught up in some sort of corporate machine that insisted he be more legend than talented performer. And that bothered him, but that's just my opinion.
You want the Amercan music I thought brilliant (just my taste) back in those days, nope … it isn't the Andrews Sisters, it's a tad later, it's this.
Strangely relevant even today, and with some metaphorical connection to this thread.
https://youtu.be/3XqyGoE2Q4Y