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Unlocked: Memoirs of Elvis's First Girlfriend
Unlocked: Memoirs of Elvis's First Girlfriend by Dixie Locke Emmons. who is highly regarded as Elvis's first girlfriend, recollects her experiences with Elvis over time. This memoir is a must read for every Elvis fan.
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171 pages, Hardcover
Published July 1, 2021
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September 24, 2024
This was an amazing heartwarming story of young love and what You realize that you need to let go of so you can have your true love and life. I loved reading her deep feelings and thoughts and how she always wrote Elvis a letter while in class. It was very heartwarming to learn of his younger days. Just starting out. And I definitely loved meeting her daughter Kristi during the Tupelo Elvis Festival this past June.
March 8, 2023
Loved every second of this book. All the sweet stories from her parents, to her and Elvis and of course her and Bobby. This book has been a favorite of mine so far out of the Elvis books I’ve read. Thank you Dixie for taking the time to write this beautiful book.
June 28, 2026
I have no idea why it took me so long to finish this 190 page book (with font size big enough for a grandmother to read mind you, so it’s really only like 100 pages). I could’ve finished this in a day, maybe less—but instead it took me like two weeks.
Anyway, I really enjoyed this a lot! Dixie has a lot of heart and personality, and her story is a nice and refreshing one to learn. She writes about Elvis and life in general so optimistically and joyfully that this memoir can’t help but inspire you a bit, which is something I greatly appreciated.
Personally, I don’t think this memoir includes enough Elvis memories. Locke promotes this book as a tell all memoir about her experiences as Elvis’ first girlfriend, however she spends most of the book describing her life before and after him, where Elvis only seems to be about 30% of the book. I was a little disappointed, as Dixie is one of the only people who can tell the world about this young, humble beginnings side of the King that nobody else will be able to tell the way she can, and yet she focuses more on her childhood and church and current husband than she does Elvis.
And every memory she includes about Elvis is skimmed over, very briefly mentioned, and includes very little
detail. I understand not wanting to reveal too much personal memories, but I was expecting a little more than just general statements.
This book is not a bad thing at all, I loved hearing about her life and her history, especially as a 19 year old, 50’s era fanatic who will never be able to experience life back then. I had fun reading about her fascinating story, but I bought the book for Elvis history, for the sentimental and personal aspect of a teenage Elvis, and how he acted with his first love in a way that the rest of the world will ever know, and all that felt lackluster in this book.
Instead of promoting and even titling this book as “memoirs of Elvis’ first girlfriend,” I’d instead promote it as “the Dixie Locke story,” including snippets of Elvis.
Nonetheless, I do prefer this story of Elvis rather than the twisted version that Pricilla published. Locke’s memoir highlights Elvis’ generosity, sensitivity, and love despite his trauma, whereas Pricilla paints this idea that Elvis was abusive, manipulative, careless, and unstable. I truly appreciated Lockes optimism and genuine love for Elvis, as well as her own personal confidence and faith apart from her relationship with him.
This is a fun book though, easy and breezy read for anyone who’s a diehard fan of Elvis like me.
Anyway, I really enjoyed this a lot! Dixie has a lot of heart and personality, and her story is a nice and refreshing one to learn. She writes about Elvis and life in general so optimistically and joyfully that this memoir can’t help but inspire you a bit, which is something I greatly appreciated.
Personally, I don’t think this memoir includes enough Elvis memories. Locke promotes this book as a tell all memoir about her experiences as Elvis’ first girlfriend, however she spends most of the book describing her life before and after him, where Elvis only seems to be about 30% of the book. I was a little disappointed, as Dixie is one of the only people who can tell the world about this young, humble beginnings side of the King that nobody else will be able to tell the way she can, and yet she focuses more on her childhood and church and current husband than she does Elvis.
And every memory she includes about Elvis is skimmed over, very briefly mentioned, and includes very little
detail. I understand not wanting to reveal too much personal memories, but I was expecting a little more than just general statements.
This book is not a bad thing at all, I loved hearing about her life and her history, especially as a 19 year old, 50’s era fanatic who will never be able to experience life back then. I had fun reading about her fascinating story, but I bought the book for Elvis history, for the sentimental and personal aspect of a teenage Elvis, and how he acted with his first love in a way that the rest of the world will ever know, and all that felt lackluster in this book.
Instead of promoting and even titling this book as “memoirs of Elvis’ first girlfriend,” I’d instead promote it as “the Dixie Locke story,” including snippets of Elvis.
Nonetheless, I do prefer this story of Elvis rather than the twisted version that Pricilla published. Locke’s memoir highlights Elvis’ generosity, sensitivity, and love despite his trauma, whereas Pricilla paints this idea that Elvis was abusive, manipulative, careless, and unstable. I truly appreciated Lockes optimism and genuine love for Elvis, as well as her own personal confidence and faith apart from her relationship with him.
This is a fun book though, easy and breezy read for anyone who’s a diehard fan of Elvis like me.
October 13, 2023
I was so excited to read this! After years of hearing so much about Dixie and her pivotal role in Elvis' life, finally we get to hear her side of the story. It was so fun to read and follow along with their love story.
One of my favorite parts was the inserts of her love letters to him, and how cheesy they were hah! It really cemented their young love and youth. Dixie gave us a unique perspective of Elvis as an emerging young man right before and during his catapult into fame. Her way of describing him, though sometimes simplistic, painted such a personal picture of him in a way that I felt I too knew who he was. It must have taken a ton of courage to finally write this, and I applaud Dixie for doing so! Throughout, you can also tell that she did not want to capitalize on being connected to Elvis, and she respected him and the Presley's so much.
Overall, I just wish that we had some missing bits of information filled in. Like, when did they break up? Where they still dating technically when she met and dated her future husband? Did the two have a discussion when he left for his tours and such? These weren't answered, and it kinda made me question a lot instead of pay attention to the rest of the story. But even so, this is so worth the read if you want a fresh perspective on the man before fame, his moral and values, and how he was as a boyfriend.
One of my favorite parts was the inserts of her love letters to him, and how cheesy they were hah! It really cemented their young love and youth. Dixie gave us a unique perspective of Elvis as an emerging young man right before and during his catapult into fame. Her way of describing him, though sometimes simplistic, painted such a personal picture of him in a way that I felt I too knew who he was. It must have taken a ton of courage to finally write this, and I applaud Dixie for doing so! Throughout, you can also tell that she did not want to capitalize on being connected to Elvis, and she respected him and the Presley's so much.
Overall, I just wish that we had some missing bits of information filled in. Like, when did they break up? Where they still dating technically when she met and dated her future husband? Did the two have a discussion when he left for his tours and such? These weren't answered, and it kinda made me question a lot instead of pay attention to the rest of the story. But even so, this is so worth the read if you want a fresh perspective on the man before fame, his moral and values, and how he was as a boyfriend.
April 24, 2026
I have mixed feelings about this memoir.
As a fan of Elvis and “old music” in general, I thought it was interesting to read more about who he was before the fame from someone who knew him intimately. I enjoyed reading the stories between Elvis and Dixie, as well as between the Presley family. I especially enjoyed some never before seen (at least to me) photos and letters included in this book.
However, a lot of details are missing. Without spoiling the story, it was never explained how or why they broke up. Dixie writes that they grew apart once Elvis started touring, but I imagine there must have been more details than is in this book. I understand if Dixie wants to keep that private, but I wish she at least wrote her wishes concerning this instead of leaving readers completely in the dark. I spent the last 25% of this book wondering what happened and why she moved on so quickly from Elvis.
I also have been a fan of Elvis for years, so I didn’t learn much here that I didn’t already know. But if someone is just getting into his music, it’s a quick and entertaining read.
As a fan of Elvis and “old music” in general, I thought it was interesting to read more about who he was before the fame from someone who knew him intimately. I enjoyed reading the stories between Elvis and Dixie, as well as between the Presley family. I especially enjoyed some never before seen (at least to me) photos and letters included in this book.
However, a lot of details are missing. Without spoiling the story, it was never explained how or why they broke up. Dixie writes that they grew apart once Elvis started touring, but I imagine there must have been more details than is in this book. I understand if Dixie wants to keep that private, but I wish she at least wrote her wishes concerning this instead of leaving readers completely in the dark. I spent the last 25% of this book wondering what happened and why she moved on so quickly from Elvis.
I also have been a fan of Elvis for years, so I didn’t learn much here that I didn’t already know. But if someone is just getting into his music, it’s a quick and entertaining read.
May 21, 2023
Extremely disappointing. Not that much detail about Elvis that one doesn’t already know and hardly any details about their relationship. Most things are skimmed over and it seems like she actually can’t remember all that much and wrote this as a money grab. Her friendship with Priscilla also makes her a bit suspect in my opinion.
March 30, 2022
A enjoyable short read by Dixie Elvis first girlfriend whom treat Elvis and his mother's memory with dignity and respect
May 22, 2022
Sweet book. What wonderful precious memories she shared.
December 1, 2022
Quick read but such cute stories ❤️🥹
April 25, 2024
I really enjoyed this book. Dixie was Elvis’ first real girlfriend. It tells a story of a much simpler time before Elvis became famous.
August 19, 2024
Touching memoir by Elvis’s girlfriend before he became famous. Sheds light on what he family was like and how much they loved Elvis
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