“(You Ain’t Nothin’ But A) Hound Dog” will always be remembered as a classic made most famous by a Rock N Roll king, but the song was first introduced by a Blues queen. Elvis Presley’s 1956 version, released on RCA records, is worth up to $150.00 with its picture sleeve. However, the 1953 release on Peacock Records by Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton can get you $300.00 today.