Lisa Marie Presley was only nine years old when her father died, but she has spent most of her life ensuring that his legacy continues, both via her memories and through her music.
Lisa Marie Presley was Elvis and Priscilla’s only child. Born on February 1, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, Lisa Marie faced numerous challenges from the start. Being the daughter of the King of Rock and Roll must have been difficult, especially since her parents separated when she was only five years old.
Following their divorce, Lisa Marie moved in with Priscilla. Then, just a few years later, Elvis passed away from causes never officially disclosed to the public. Lisa Marie, her grandfather, and great-grandmother all became joint heirs to his estate, Graceland. When they died, she became the lone heir and acquired the $100 million inheritance on her 25th birthday. Lisa Marie stays active in Graceland and its museum, which displays her father’s stuff.
Lisa has followed in his musical footsteps. In 2007, Lisa Marie recorded her own version of Elvis’ popular song “In The Ghetto.” She sings with her father, adding her own voice to his. The mix is both frightening and lovely. Listen to Lisa Marie’s duet rendition of “In The Ghetto” in the video below.