Rick Nelson was one of the earliest Superstars Of Rock & Roll, and Elvis' closest rival during the mid-fifties.  In this Exclusive October, 1981, Interview, Rick talks with Jonnie about his early years, and one of his favorites of all the songs he recorded in his long career...and the circumstances that led up to his recording it ! [Rick was killed in a tragic plane explosion  in DeKalb, Texas, on his way to a New Year's Eve Concert in Dallas. The date was December 31st, 1985. R.I.P. Rick,  I remember your thoughtfulness and kindness to me every day.    JK] SPECIAL NOTE: Rick Nelson was Inducted Posthumously into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame on January 21, 1987. His presenter was John Fogerty (from Creedence Clearwater Revival)