--- product_id: 50908703 title: "Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business: Memories and Insights About Elvis Presley From His Friend and Bodyguard" price: "$48.48" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/50908703-elvis-still-taking-care-of-business-memories-and-insights-about store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business: Memories and Insights About Elvis Presley From His Friend and Bodyguard **Price:** $48.48 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business: Memories and Insights About Elvis Presley From His Friend and Bodyguard - **How much does it cost?** $48.48 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/50908703-elvis-still-taking-care-of-business-memories-and-insights-about) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business is arguably the most authentic, no-holds-barred depiction of the greatest entertainer who ever lived. This is the book that the estate doesn't want you to read—it's a balanced, respectful, and insightful look by a true Presley insider and carter member of the infamous Memphis Mafia. Sonny West, Presley's close friend and bodyguard for nearly two decades, provides a firsthand account of the King's lavish spending sprees and many charitable acts, as well as the many affairs Presley conducted with his costars. Among all of Elvis Presley's close associates, no one tells stories that are more entertaining than Sonny West—he can mesmerize audiences for hours with his Elvis tidbits. Review: WORTH THE TIME - West's second book about Elvis Presley is the view of "someone who was there" that is more muted from the more famous book he was associated with that was written thirty-eight years ago. This book is somewhat better because Mr. West chose a better ghost writer than Levy. West is probably one of the four persons who truly know what living with and working for Elvis Presley was like and the book provides a balance view of Presley. While it is not on the level of the two volume biography of Presley by Peter Guralnick, it does provide a slice of Presley's life. Since so many books have been written by former lovers, friends, ex-wives, and people who met Elvis once, this book is lost in the total volume of books published since Presley's death, in 1977. West's loyalty to Tom Parker is to be admired but Parker was the primary reason that Presley got stuck in the endless musicals that ruined his reputation as an actor. Presley performances in such films as "Kid Galahad", "Follow That Dream" and "King Creole" illustrate that he could have built an acting career along the lines of Steve McQueen or James Garner. Parker short-changed his acting career because every movie meant over a half-million dollars to Parker, who was a gambling addict always in need of cash. What is amazing is the number of reviewers who still refuse to believe Elvis Presley "killed himself" with no help from anybody other than doctors providing him with prescription drugs. Every item printed in West's first book, which seems to still bring out pure hatred for West, has been documented by the above-mentioned Guralnick biographies. The remaining "haters because West dared to write another book and profit from knowing Presley" should realize Presley is probably the most famous icon of the 20th century and that status will generate books by persons that touched his life. Recently, Rivera aired a special "Elvis at 80" which provided another hour about how Elvis killed himself with massive numbers of prescription drugs. Anyone that believes a person can take 200 q-lutes a month and live a long life is in denial. That drug was banned by the DEA, in 1986, because 1 at a time knocked you out for hours and Presley was taking 10-12 a day along with the numerous pain killers like peradan, Mr. West's book is a positive reflection of Elvis Presley's life. Review: YHE KING - Elvis is still of great interest to those of us who remember him ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #697,126 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2,516 in Composer & Musician Biographies #3,490 in Actor & Entertainer Biographies | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,065 Reviews | ## Images ![Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business: Memories and Insights About Elvis Presley From His Friend and Bodyguard - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Ki3E0ieKL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WORTH THE TIME *by B***G on December 5, 2014* West's second book about Elvis Presley is the view of "someone who was there" that is more muted from the more famous book he was associated with that was written thirty-eight years ago. This book is somewhat better because Mr. West chose a better ghost writer than Levy. West is probably one of the four persons who truly know what living with and working for Elvis Presley was like and the book provides a balance view of Presley. While it is not on the level of the two volume biography of Presley by Peter Guralnick, it does provide a slice of Presley's life. Since so many books have been written by former lovers, friends, ex-wives, and people who met Elvis once, this book is lost in the total volume of books published since Presley's death, in 1977. West's loyalty to Tom Parker is to be admired but Parker was the primary reason that Presley got stuck in the endless musicals that ruined his reputation as an actor. Presley performances in such films as "Kid Galahad", "Follow That Dream" and "King Creole" illustrate that he could have built an acting career along the lines of Steve McQueen or James Garner. Parker short-changed his acting career because every movie meant over a half-million dollars to Parker, who was a gambling addict always in need of cash. What is amazing is the number of reviewers who still refuse to believe Elvis Presley "killed himself" with no help from anybody other than doctors providing him with prescription drugs. Every item printed in West's first book, which seems to still bring out pure hatred for West, has been documented by the above-mentioned Guralnick biographies. The remaining "haters because West dared to write another book and profit from knowing Presley" should realize Presley is probably the most famous icon of the 20th century and that status will generate books by persons that touched his life. Recently, Rivera aired a special "Elvis at 80" which provided another hour about how Elvis killed himself with massive numbers of prescription drugs. Anyone that believes a person can take 200 q-lutes a month and live a long life is in denial. That drug was banned by the DEA, in 1986, because 1 at a time knocked you out for hours and Presley was taking 10-12 a day along with the numerous pain killers like peradan, Mr. West's book is a positive reflection of Elvis Presley's life. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ YHE KING *by F***N on February 5, 2026* Elvis is still of great interest to those of us who remember him ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Guilty of Caring Too Much *by G***E on August 23, 2018* Mr. West was whisked into an unusual life thru his association with Presley. Most normally he would have ended up going a predictable way and living out the style of his friends and family. But, West voided that life when he signed on with Elvis Presley. This book gives all an idea of what that decision led him to and where that led his own life. Thru it all you can see he was an honest guy and a decent person. He wasn't a fake, pimp, addict or some nut working Elvis for something. West was just the sum of his parts; a down to earth, honest southern boy who got one hell of a ride out of his choice to 'ride with the King'. West is now gone, he passed away in 2017 in his 70s. He had been having health issues for years. Not getting any 'real' money out his life in showbiz or with Elvis he was pretty much broke near the end. Seemed like the only person who had any time around Elvis wound up broke. Except for Joe Esposito, who was a slick operator and managed to work both ends against the middle to parlay his association with Presley into a mild nest egg. Whereas West and others were true and loyal to Elvis 'Slick Joe' went to highest bidder. In his case, that was EPE. That said, and not to pick on Esposito (who died in November, 2016), it just illustrates a point about Sonny West: he was an honest guy, really loved and cared about Elvis and was a true friend to the end. And, after you buy and read this book, you'll see why that's true. The book is a upfront, true and measured description of his 'life with Elvis' and it warrants a reading from Elvis fans and anyone else who has an interest in the subject. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/50908703-elvis-still-taking-care-of-business-memories-and-insights-about](https://www.desertcart.us/products/50908703-elvis-still-taking-care-of-business-memories-and-insights-about) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-10*