"Jailhouse Rock" is a rock and roll song recorded by American singer Elvis Presley for the film of the same name. It was written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. RCA Victor released the song on a 45 rpm single on September 24, 1957, as the first single from the film's soundtrack EP. It reached the top of the charts in the U.S. and the top 10 in several other countries. The song has been recognized by the Grammy Hall of Fame, the American Film Institute, and others.
Jailhouse Rock (song)
Cashbox advertisement, October 5, 1958
Jailhouse Rock is a 1957 American musical drama film directed by Richard Thorpe and starring Elvis Presley, Judy Tyler, Mickey Shaughnessy, Vaughn Taylor and Jennifer Holden. Adapted by Guy Trosper from a story written by Nedrick Young, the film tells the story of Vince Everett (Presley), a convict who learns the guitar while in prison and later becomes a star following his release.
Theatrical release poster by Bradshaw Crandell
Elvis Presley as Vince Everett talks to Mickey Shaughnessy as Hunk Houghton in their cell.
Presley as Vince Everett hugs Judy Tyler as Peggy Van Alden as he sings "Young and Beautiful".
Drive-in advertisement from 1957.