How Great Thou Art (Elvis Presley album)

How Great Thou Art is the title of Elvis Presley's second gospel album, released in February 1967. It won a Grammy Award for Best Sacred Performance in 1968. The album showcased Presley's deep connection to gospel music, a genre he had sung throughout his life. The album featured a mix of traditional gospel standards and more contemporary gospel songs. It was released during a period when Presley's film career was dominating his output, making the album a significant return to his musical roots and a commercial success in its own right. The album peaked at number 18 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Notable tracks include the title track, "How Great Thou Art," "In the Garden," "Somebody Bigger Than You and I," and "Where Could I Go But to the Lord." The album's arrangements featured strong vocal backing groups and instrumentation suited to the gospel genre. It is considered a cornerstone in Presley's gospel music discography.