Doja Cat - Vegas (from The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Elvis) (audio) – Genuine & Easy

Whether you're an Elvis purist or a die-hard Doja fan, "Vegas" proves that some stories—and some "dogs"—never go out of style.

: Critics have noted that by sampling Thornton rather than Elvis, Doja Cat highlights the Black musical roots that Elvis famously popularized. Commercial & Critical Success

: It peaked at No. 10 on the Hot 100 , marking Doja’s seventh top-ten hit. Whether you're an Elvis purist or a die-hard

Revisiting a Classic: How Doja Cat Reclaimed "Vegas" When Baz Luhrmann announced a high-energy Elvis biopic, fans knew the soundtrack would be anything but ordinary. But few expected to deliver a track that didn't just reference history—it reclaimed it. Her hit single "Vegas" served as the lead single for the ELVIS Original Motion Picture Soundtrack and quickly became a global anthem. The Roots: More Than Just a Sample

"Vegas" isn't just a catchy rap song; it’s a masterclass in modernizing heritage. 10 on the Hot 100 , marking Doja’s seventh top-ten hit

: The song earned a nomination for Best Rap Performance at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards.

: The song features vocals from the late Shonka Dukureh , who portrays Big Mama Thornton in the film, bridging the gap between the 1950s blues scene and modern hip-hop. Why It Works Her hit single "Vegas" served as the lead

: It became the first solo soundtrack song to hit No. 1 on the Pop Songs chart since 2016.

Patrick Wimberly
Written by: Patrick Wimberly on September 6, 2022

Patrick Wimberly is the lead pastor at Christ Church Kingwood in Houston, Texas, and he also serves on the board of BetterDays, a counseling organization that serves pastors and ministry leaders. He and his wife, Cheryl, have four kids.