Whether or not Elvis was still musically relevant doesn’t seem much in question. Instead, That’s the Way It Is underscores the energetic Presley’s talent as a singer and performer. Having gone through one comeback, Presley appears to once again possess near-universal appeal, which especially in the theatrical cut, seems to transcend age, sex, and race.

Swooning females may be ubiquitous and Elvis no doubt catered to this seeming majority of his audience, complete with lip kisses during renditions of “Love Me Tender” long enough to require breaks from singing. Most would agree, however, that the music was enjoyable and it remains so more than three decades later. With singing that seems like it could break into laughter at any given moment (sometimes, it does), Elvis’ comfortable stage presence holds audience members captive and delighted.

It’s not your typical performer that can draw riotous applause with a single gesture.