When George Michael is singing this song, and he gets to the part 'ladies and gentlemen, Mr Elton John' to this day I still get goosebumps!! Those people at that concert were so lucky to experience that, and I'm jealous of every one of them. And it's a killer version of this song.
I remember this album, Elton John was so huge in the 70's and 80's, he was one of my all time favorites. "Philadelphia Freedom" and "Your Song" are two of my favorites.
I heard it before it’s official release on one of the LA AM radio stations. They had somehow gotten ahold of a tape recording of it. I still remember driving down the 55 fwy in Santa Ana when it came on. I loved it the first time, and every other time, I’ve heard it.
"Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding"-- an absolute masterpiece; "Take Me to the Pilot"--one of his early gems that is seemingly always ignored among his great songs.; "Get Up and Dance"--lives up to its title; his rendition from his 1980 concert in Central Park is him at his best in a live format and shows him at his wackiest--he does the song in a Donald Duck outfit.😂
I can think of lots of his great songs that are ignored. Holiday Inn, Razor Face, Tower of Babel, No Shoestrings on Louise, Cage the Songbird, Border Song, Ballad of Danny Bailey, to name a few! 😢
I used to lie on my bedroom floor directly in front of my 2ft high solid wood speakers blasting this song. My dad (RIP) played a grand piano in our living room and I would lie under it while he played, so I've always had a heart for piano music. Elton was one of his and my favorites. My dad ever wore glasses and went through a "glasses" phase like Elton did back in the 70's. So much good music came out of that genre! ❤
I used to stand with my mom, ( RIP)we each had a hairbrush make-believe microphone, and would sing ( badly) our hearts out to this. I think this may have been the vinyl I learnt how to use the stereo on. Carefully placing the record on the player, gently lowering that bar thing, carefully pulling the lever forward to activate the stylus… AHHHH memories of the twentieth century
@@craiggillett5985 I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. It's so nice that you had those beautiful moments together and that they remain fresh in your memory. There are those songs that can touch you and bring you back to these special moments in time and this song being one of them. Elton's songs really touch your soul. It's so beautiful that you could share times together listening to it. I feel your mom is s still watching over you and listening to this song with you. I want to bring out that you have an excellent way of describing things very eloquently. I felt as if I went back in time and was right there with you. Now every time I hear this song I will think of you and your mom and that is so beautiful. Take care ❤️
I used to put a candle in front of a speaker and watch it as the song play. A little touch of 'Skunk' and seeing the flame dance was wow. I noticed that sometimes when violins hit different notes and held them the flame would quit dancing and stand up really tall. Well, the Skunk didn't hurt either. The other thing was getting that flimsy plastic off of clothes from the cleaners. You twist it kind of tight then put a simple knot every 8 inches or so. Tape it to the ceiling and light the bottom with a bowl of water under it. The visual and sounds are very cool. Gotta be at night in a dark room.
Fun fact. During the 1970s when Dusty Springfield was going through a rough time personally and professionally, she often sang back-up on Elton's songs under the pseudonym, "Gladys Thong". She used this name in the 1960s as well. Dusty, Cat Stevens, and Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys were the original backup singers on this song but it didn't work out so Toni Tennille (of Captain & Tennille fame), and Carl Wilson and Bruce Johnston of the Beach Boys ended up singing on it.
@@brendahhstiles9992 My pleasure. I know Dusty sang background on "The Bitch is Back" and she was Elton's original choice to sing "Don't Go Breakin' My Heart" but she was not in a good place. Her friend and former back-up singer, Kiki Dee, stepped in and the rest is history. I love Kiki but I would have loved to have heard Dusty doing that song with Elton.
Gonna ruin the mood. Playing the song title mashup game, the dirtiest title I came up with was a Dusty Springfield/Elton John mashup: "Don't Let the Son of a Preacher Man Go Down on Me."
Sitting on my bedroom floor listening to this on my record player when I was a teenager... just a vibe I crave still. I love all the original Elton versions, can't beat em
vinyl has made a massive comeback, a really decent record player isn`t all that expensive these days, get one and start buying all the albums you love on vinyl again, that feeling can be easily rediscovered... I did it a few years ago and now have over 150 albums I loved as a kid and teen on vinyl...
Jay & Amber, you'll love his "Philadelphia Freedom"and "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" !!!! Don't let the title scare you off on the second one, starts off slow, then its a banger!
Thank You for taking my request. I thought you'd love this! This song always makes me smile :) You should hear him sing this song at the Royal Opera House.
I also love his rocking songs: 1. SATURDAY NIGHT IS ALL RIGHT FOR FIGHTING 2. THE BITCH IS BACK Great fast , loud , rocking songs (lots of pounding on the piano)
I really like how "Your Sister Can't Twist but She Can Rock n Roll" as a lead into "Saturday Night's All Right for Fighting" They as just great together. Side 4 tracks 1 & 2.
This has and will always be my favourite song. As soon as I hear that first note, there is a shiver that runs through me and then the tears. And why, every single time? You would think by now I would be immune to it, but no. To me, is one of the most gut wrenching songs ever written. Bernie's lyrics, Elton's music - no duo, imo, could ever tap into the genius of these two men. 💞 ✌❤
There's a song on this same album called "Ticking" that is absolutely epic. Elton's piano is as dynamic as anything he,or perhaps anyone, has ever done. It will seriously blow your mind. It is a kind of a deep cut but it is unforgettable. Please, please, please believe me. It is unlike anything he has done before. It will leave you speechless.
You are TWENTY songs into your Elton John journey... and you've barely scratched the surface. I hope you'll check out "Nikita", "The Club at the End of the Street", "Empty Garden", "The One", "Believe", "Philadelphia Freedom", and "Sad Songs (Say So Much)".
I havnt watched yet but I swear you really need to do the George Michael and Elton John version. George Michael kills this song. Please consider doing it soon. You have no idea what George Michael can do.
Another masterpiece from the master. Between Bernie Taupin's lyrics and Elton's unforgettable melody, this is an iconic song in this man's incredible catalogue.
In my opinon, this is one of many Elton John's and Bernie Taupin's masterpieces and the great thing about this dynamic duo is that even their lesser-known songs are great too! I would recommend reacting to "High Flying Bird" and "Blues For Baby and Me" as well!
Elton John. So many amazing songs. He has more great songs on individual albums than most bands have in their career. Not many bands/singers come close to matching the quality, innovativeness, and quantity of what he has done. Truly one of the best. He has left us a gift that will live forever.
This is my favorite Elton song. I became a huge fan back in 95,96...he and Billy Joel were touring together and i loved Billy Joel. The Piano men together, awesome, but Elton stole the show. He blew me away. So thankful i got to experience seeing him live.
This song in my belief is all about Elton father, who shut him out of his life. The lyric in the song make the mention of it. So beautifully put together.
Elton John is soo amazing! I think there is not one song that I dislike! “These cuts I have need time to heal!” Oh boy! that gets to me! He is a musical genius!
The lyrics of this song like most of Eltons songs were written by Bernie Taupin not Elton. Elton usually wrote the music to fit the lyrics. When they split as writing partners is when you started hearing Eltons lyrics. That period was the early 80's.
@@rogerdaly6326, I’m aware of that partnership. Bernie, continually wrote song about Elton life, his up’s and downs, his turbulent lifestyle. It was and arguably the best musically partnership ever.
I saw Elton John the night that John Lennon appeared with him in 1974. When he sang this, the whole audience in Madison Square Garden lit up their lighters and he later remarked on it in an interview. It was an amazing , amazing concert that night.
One of his greatest, and one of my favorite songs of all time. He could just wring the emotion out of those lyrics with his voice, and play an understated piano that flayed your heart. Ah, well, I'm crying again.
Having grown up in music's golden age, it's great to see a new generation's appreciation of these masterpieces. I love your videos, guys. Keep 'em coming. 💚
You just made my evening. Don’t Let the Sun Go Down is so epic, powerful- and the vocals are stunning. You must react to Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding- it’s even more epic musically. You will love it.
There were so many great songs on the radio by Elton John! Everybody could sing them all by heart! So much feeling in his voice and words! So much a part of my growing up!!❤️❤️
BEST VERSION EVER of this song. I was 14 years old the first time i heard this song when it was debuted in 1974. I became an instant long time loyal fan. 1974 ....next year will be 50 years of being a loyal diehard fan of EJ. My favorite music by him is from 1969 to 1981. His voice then was my favorite ever of his. It changed years ago but i still went to see him in concert several times. The best of all time without question. My next favorite songs is "Someone Save My Life Tonight" The drums in that song are fabulous!! Nigel Olsen always my favorite drummer for Elton throughout much of Elton's career. "Blues For Baby and Me" I love countless songs by him. I put on the early Elton John music, crank it up and just drift away with the music .❤🎹❤🎶❤
We saw Elton John at dodger stadium in 1977. When the sun was going down he sang Don't let the sun go down on me. Tickets to see him were, wait for it, $10.00 per person. Suggest his song Funeral for a friend from Goodbye yellow brick road and madman across the water.
When I clicked on this, I thought it was his duet with George Michael doing this song. Oh well. THAT'S my favorite version. You should check it out, sometime. I KNOW you'll LOVE it. This is good, though, of course. I think this is my favorite Elton song.
I agree with everyone's opinion of The Elton John and George Micheal version of this song. It's fantastic! You guys have got to do Funeral for a friend/Love lies bleeding! In my opinion it is definitely one of his best songs!
A Sad Elton John song " Sorry Sems to be the Hardest Word" . It's about his mom and her not accepting him after he came out. It's so beautiful and sad 😔
Lyrics: [Verse 1] I can't light no more of your darkness All my pictures seem to fade to black and white I'm growin' tired, and time stands still before me Frozen here on the ladder of my life [Verse 2] Too late to save myself from falling I took a chance and changed your way of life But you misread my meanin' when I met you Closed the door and left me blinded by the light [Chorus] Don't let the sun go down on me (Don't let the sun) Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see I'd just allow a fragment of your life (Don't let the sun) to wander free But losin' everything is like the sun goin' down on me [Verse 3] I can't find, oh, the right romantic line But see me once and see the way I feel Don't discard me just because you think I mean you harm But these cuts I have, oh, they need love to help them heal [Chorus] Don't let the sun go down on me (Don't let the sun) Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see I'd just allow a fragment of your life (Don't let the sun) to wander free But losin' everything is like the sun goin' down on me [Instrumental Break] [Chorus] Don't let the sun go down on me (Don't let the sun) Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see I'd just allow a fragment of your life (Don't let the sun) to wander free, yeah But losin' everything is like the sun goin' down on me
I really like Elton John. I think he's underrated, in my opinion. Some of his songs are so deep, they can make me cry. Still to this day. I'm 61, his music takes me back to happy, fun times, but also can bring back memories that remind me of people. Great music!
I have always wondered why Sir Elton John sang "discard" with such a rhotic pronunciation. Having a naturally non-rhotic accent usually gives Brits an advantage in singing well.
Do not even waste time folks Get right to Sir Elton John's collaboration with the late great George Michael of Wham covering this song. Watch the video it's worth it 1000%! And while you're at it, if you want something truly rocking by Sir Elton, watch his cover of Pinball Wizard in the movie Tommy, by The Who... Yep... Powerful.
I have an indelable memory of sitting in the backseat while riding around with friends and just reveling in this song. I was really down for some reason and this song gave all of the emotions I needed to feel...lonely, unloved, depressed...whether I actually had any reason to feel those things or not, we all go through it. Hearing this song at that time was like a 4 minute therapy session...lol. I've held a special place in my heart for this song ever since. Elton's ballads like "Rocket Man," "Someone Saved My Life Tonight," "Your Song," "Daniel" and others sort of defined the era, in many ways. Loved your reaction. Keep it up!
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His collaboration of this song with George Michael is excellent.
YOU HAVE TO SEE THAT!!! E P I C!!
I understand why people like that version but this one is still the best.
I actually think it’s 10 x better than with Elton singing solo
Oh just breathtaking ❤
Yes. Please watch.
This song is 50 years old now and it's still as relevant today!
George Micheal with Sir Elton John "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me"- Let's get THAT!
Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding...the first tracks of Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.
One of the best songs ever written, and the 2nd half is a rocker, they siad they were looking for EJ rockers, they should try this
When George Michael is singing this song, and he gets to the part 'ladies and gentlemen, Mr Elton John' to this day I still get goosebumps!! Those people at that concert were so lucky to experience that, and I'm jealous of every one of them. And it's a killer version of this song.
I do too! Every time.
Same
Agreed! I feel it is a 100x better version.
Must watch, such an amazing duet!
Yep, same! ❤
When you get to artists like Elton John, Billy Joel, Paul McCartney, and ELO we are just BEYOND the universe and into a different realm.
He did an amazing version of this with George Michael. ( a duet)
That was totally amazing! I remember it well 8)
That's the one they should have reacted to.
They need to check out that version as well.
It's a live version with both Elton and George on stage!!! Huge production!
A definite must view!
I was listening to this in the 70s. Love Elton John forever. He is a SIR. He was knighted by the Queen Jay many years ago. Canadian Grandma Lori. C.
This original studio version to me, is a masterpiece.
I agree
You really need to do the live version with George Michael and Elton. It is goosebump worthy.
Props to Nigel Olsson on drums. He was with Elton’s band from very early on and doesn’t get enough credit for his contributions. Good singer, too.
Nigel was playing with Elton in November 2022 when I saw him.
You got that! He's incredible.
Do you remember Nigel's solo album back in 1979 and his cover of A Little Bit of Soap that hit the charts?
@@DaughterofDarkness NO!!! I had no idea! Have to go look for it right now.
@@taradevine6026 My sister bought the album. He's wearing a very 1970s outfit on the album cover.
Over 50 years in the music business and he still just as relevant now as he was in the 70s.
I remember this album, Elton John was so huge in the 70's and 80's, he was one of my all time favorites. "Philadelphia Freedom" and "Your Song" are two of my favorites.
this is my favourite Elton John song.... oh wait, ok, this AND Someone Saved My Life Tonight.... ;-)
Philadelphia Freedom is my favorite as well!!
Elton was an unknown session singer doing covers of hits before he went solo.
We NEED some Philadelphia Freedom❗❗❗💞
Philadelphia freedom is my favourite too!!❤
That's my absolute favorite EJ song of all time. It's just so epic. Gorgeous. Glorious. Touching. Inspiring. So glad you guys enjoyed it.
I heard it before it’s official release on one of the LA AM radio stations. They had somehow gotten ahold of a tape recording of it. I still remember driving down the 55 fwy in Santa Ana when it came on. I loved it the first time, and every other time, I’ve heard it.
The version of him singing this LIVE with George Michael is amazing!! Gotta check it out.
Love it. Also as many said the duet between Elton & George is a must!!! ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️
"Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding"-- an absolute masterpiece; "Take Me to the Pilot"--one of his early gems that is seemingly always ignored among his great songs.; "Get Up and Dance"--lives up to its title; his rendition from his 1980 concert in Central Park is him at his best in a live format and shows him at his wackiest--he does the song in a Donald Duck outfit.😂
I love Take Me to the Pilot. A really fun R&B groove.
Mona Lisa's and Mad Hatters is awesome too
Talk about build up, funeral for a friend into love lies bleeding, one of the best
I can think of lots of his great songs that are ignored. Holiday Inn, Razor Face, Tower of Babel, No Shoestrings on Louise, Cage the Songbird, Border Song, Ballad of Danny Bailey, to name a few! 😢
@@keithjones7390 Great choices !!! The list is endless........😊
My very favorite song by Elton is called Harmony. It was a b-side on one of his singles in the 70s. A truly beautiful song.
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Virtually unknown and unsung…. “ Harmony” is a musical gem.
My favorite too!
Yes Robin Harmony is a fav of mine also...Harmony gee I really love ya ❤
I used to lie on my bedroom floor directly in front of my 2ft high solid wood speakers blasting this song. My dad (RIP) played a grand piano in our living room and I would lie under it while he played, so I've always had a heart for piano music. Elton was one of his and my favorites. My dad ever wore glasses and went through a "glasses" phase like Elton did back in the 70's. So much good music came out of that genre! ❤
aww so beautiful, thank you for sharing about your Dad ❤
I used to stand with my mom, ( RIP)we each had a hairbrush make-believe microphone, and would sing ( badly) our hearts out to this.
I think this may have been the vinyl I learnt how to use the stereo on. Carefully placing the record on the player, gently lowering that bar thing, carefully pulling the lever forward to activate the stylus… AHHHH memories of the twentieth century
Beautiful.
@@craiggillett5985 I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. It's so nice that you had those beautiful moments together and that they remain fresh in your memory. There are those songs that can touch you and bring you back to these special moments in time and this song being one of them. Elton's songs really touch your soul. It's so beautiful that you could share times together listening to it. I feel your mom is s still watching over you and listening to this song with you. I want to bring out that you have an excellent way of describing things very eloquently. I felt as if I went back in time and was right there with you. Now every time I hear this song I will think of you and your mom and that is so beautiful. Take care ❤️
I used to put a candle in front of a speaker and watch it as the song play.
A little touch of 'Skunk' and seeing the flame dance was wow. I noticed that sometimes when violins hit different notes and held them the flame would quit dancing and stand up really tall. Well, the Skunk didn't hurt either. The other thing was getting that flimsy plastic off of clothes from the cleaners. You twist it kind of tight then put a simple knot every 8 inches or so. Tape it to the ceiling and light the bottom with a bowl of water under it. The visual and sounds are very cool. Gotta be at night in a dark room.
This song really shows how great a singer Elton is.
Fun fact. During the 1970s when Dusty Springfield was going through a rough time personally and professionally, she often sang back-up on Elton's songs under the pseudonym, "Gladys Thong". She used this name in the 1960s as well. Dusty, Cat Stevens, and Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys were the original backup singers on this song but it didn't work out so Toni Tennille (of Captain & Tennille fame), and Carl Wilson and Bruce Johnston of the Beach Boys ended up singing on it.
Thanks for the fun fact...did not know any of this🤷🏼♀️
@@brendahhstiles9992 My pleasure. I know Dusty sang background on "The Bitch is Back" and she was Elton's original choice to sing "Don't Go Breakin' My Heart" but she was not in a good place. Her friend and former back-up singer, Kiki Dee, stepped in and the rest is history. I love Kiki but I would have loved to have heard Dusty doing that song with Elton.
Did not know this. Amazing I can still learn new things about Elton after all these years.
@@howardhales6325 Isn't that fun when it happens?
Gonna ruin the mood. Playing the song title mashup game, the dirtiest title I came up with was a Dusty Springfield/Elton John mashup: "Don't Let the Son of a Preacher Man Go Down on Me."
"I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues" check that one out, thanks for all you do.
Sitting on my bedroom floor listening to this on my record player when I was a teenager... just a vibe I crave still. I love all the original Elton versions, can't beat em
😂 I just posted almost the same thing!
Same, but I was in 3rd grade. My older sister introduced me to Elton and he was my first musical obsession. This song puts me right back in that time.
With your head between the speakers of course! You could catch every note 🎶🎵
vinyl has made a massive comeback, a really decent record player isn`t all that expensive these days, get one and start buying all the albums you love on vinyl again, that feeling can be easily rediscovered...
I did it a few years ago and now have over 150 albums I loved as a kid and teen on vinyl...
George Michael and Elton together ate great with this one kids , im so happy you finally got it 😍😍
Jay & Amber, you'll love his "Philadelphia Freedom"and "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" !!!!
Don't let the title scare you off on the second one, starts off slow, then its a banger!
The background vocals and harmonies on the early Elton John records are just spectacular.
Thank You for taking my request. I thought you'd love this! This song always makes me smile :) You should hear him sing this song at the Royal Opera House.
Nice recommendation!
Great recommendation. Also check out Elton John’s “Border Song” (BBC In Concert 1970). AMAZING!
This is in my top 5 EJ favs! Love this Soooo much!! ❤️
Ya, Sir Elton and George Michael did a pretty good version of this song live also, no?
@@dontworrybehappy8080 You took my comment right out of my mouth.
This original recording played non-stop on the radio. A true genius at work. Everybody loved Elton from the first note!
I also love his rocking songs:
1. SATURDAY NIGHT IS ALL RIGHT FOR FIGHTING
2. THE BITCH IS BACK
Great fast , loud , rocking songs (lots of pounding on the piano)
Also Benny And The Jets
I really like how "Your Sister Can't Twist but She Can Rock n Roll" as a lead into "Saturday Night's All Right for Fighting" They as just great together. Side 4 tracks 1 & 2.
The thing most people miss about Elton John is his soulfulness. And the way his songs build and build to a crescendo. He is the GOAT for sure.
Elton has so many great songs... his vocals are soothing and soulful... you guys should check out Elton's masterpiece "Funeral for a Friend".
/Love Lies Bleeding
Just imagine us growing up in the 70s experiencing all of this for the first time...PRICELESS! I miss it terribly!
I am in agreement with everyone. You should listen to the George Michael Elton John version. It is one of those songs that will make you just go wow.
HEALING HANDS is the perfect mix of Elton's rock side and his emotional side.
This has and will always be my favourite song. As soon as I hear that first note, there is a shiver that runs through me and then the tears. And why, every single time? You would think by now I would be immune to it, but no. To me, is one of the most gut wrenching songs ever written. Bernie's lyrics, Elton's music - no duo, imo, could ever tap into the genius of these two men. 💞 ✌❤
How he expresses the word, “free” for the last time in this song, it give me goosebumps every time..
The vevo version remastered with George Michael and Elton John is the best!
There's a song on this same album called "Ticking" that is absolutely epic. Elton's piano is as dynamic as anything he,or perhaps anyone, has ever done. It will seriously blow your mind. It is a kind of a deep cut but it is unforgettable. Please, please, please believe me. It is unlike anything he has done before. It will leave you speechless.
My favourite too
Ticking is one of my absolute favorites of EJ.
Sadly, every time you turn on the news, the song "Ticking" hits even harder.
Yessssss….my absolute favorite of his.
Ticking showcases his unmatched talent as a pianist. Truly incredible song.
You are TWENTY songs into your Elton John journey... and you've barely scratched the surface. I hope you'll check out "Nikita", "The Club at the End of the Street", "Empty Garden", "The One", "Believe", "Philadelphia Freedom", and "Sad Songs (Say So Much)".
The list is endless! I think Philadelphia Freedom should be next l
For a mellow song follow up "Daniel" would be great!
Sartorial eloquence is a new one I just discovered it’s great
"Madman Across the Water" is worth a listen. It's a much darker, starker, and disturbing sort of song, but it's very powerful.
Loved the piano playing in Madman.
This one is my favorite song from Sr. Elton, he sings with so much emotion and passion.
He has a lot of hits and this is one of many of my favorites."Sorry seems to be the hardest word" is up there with this one...
I havnt watched yet but I swear you really need to do the George Michael and Elton John version. George Michael kills this song. Please consider doing it soon. You have no idea what George Michael can do.
Another masterpiece from the master. Between Bernie Taupin's lyrics and Elton's unforgettable melody, this is an iconic song in this man's incredible catalogue.
Another great and emotional E.J. song. Beautiful backing vocals by some of The Beach Boys! Check out Madman Across The Water sometime.
My absolute favorite Sir Elton song. Thanks guys. LY'all
In concert about 15 years or so, 2 hours hardly even a break and not a single piece of sheet music in front of him. Amazing!!
In my opinon, this is one of many Elton John's and Bernie Taupin's masterpieces and the great thing about this dynamic duo is that even their lesser-known songs are great too! I would recommend reacting to "High Flying Bird" and "Blues For Baby and Me" as well!
"Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" It will blow you away.
Nigel’s drum sound is unmatched. The depth of his toms when he pounds those rolls are music to my ears. Never overdone but tasty AF.
Lovely reaction. I love the pairing of Elton and Bernie; an alliance of beauty, straight from the Cosmos.
A match made in Heaven!
Elton John and Bermie Taupin summed up:
Patient and deliberate. Which is why it speaks to the soul.
Elton John. So many amazing songs. He has more great songs on individual albums than most bands have in their career. Not many bands/singers come close to matching the quality, innovativeness, and quantity of what he has done. Truly one of the best. He has left us a gift that will live forever.
Bernie is an amazing lyricist. What Elton could do with his lyrics was magic.
Elton John has so much talent that he makes a perfect song seem easy. I don’t think anyone can match him.
This is my favorite Elton song. I became a huge fan back in 95,96...he and Billy Joel were touring together and i loved Billy Joel. The Piano men together, awesome, but Elton stole the show. He blew me away. So thankful i got to experience seeing him live.
Elton John's magnetism and supreme talent are more evident here than anywhere else.
For me the first ten years (1970 until 1980) of Elton John's career were genius and where his greatest songs are ..
Absolutely, Elton produced his best work in the 70's, especially the first half, Madman Across the Water is my favourite.
This song in my belief is all about Elton father, who shut him out of his life.
The lyric in the song make the mention of it.
So beautifully put together.
Elton John is soo amazing! I think there is not one song that I dislike! “These cuts I have need time to heal!” Oh boy! that gets to me! He is a musical genius!
The lyrics of this song like most of Eltons songs were written by Bernie Taupin not Elton. Elton usually wrote the music to fit the lyrics. When they split as writing partners is when you started hearing Eltons lyrics. That period was the early 80's.
@@rogerdaly6326,
I’m aware of that partnership.
Bernie, continually wrote song about Elton life, his up’s and downs, his turbulent lifestyle.
It was and arguably the best musically partnership ever.
@@johninguanti2051 I'd put it right up there with McCartney/Lennon
@@rogerdaly6326 ……My sentiments exactly!
I saw Elton John the night that John Lennon appeared with him in 1974. When he sang this, the whole audience in Madison Square Garden lit up their lighters and he later remarked on it in an interview. It was an amazing , amazing concert that night.
This song is almost 50 years old... & still sounds fresh!! Love it!!
The early 70s was unbelievable for Elton+ Bernie. They just couldnt miss, one hit after another...
Totally agree, the version with George Michael, a must listen to.
MUST WATCH... live performance of this song w/ Elton John and George Michael.
One of his greatest, and one of my favorite songs of all time. He could just wring the emotion out of those lyrics with his voice, and play an understated piano that flayed your heart. Ah, well, I'm crying again.
Just about all of his songs from the 70's are awesome.
Absolutely!
This is my favourite Elton John song and the arrangement is magnificent. You can really tell that he is a classically-trained musician.
Having grown up in music's golden age, it's great to see a new generation's appreciation of these masterpieces. I love your videos, guys. Keep 'em coming. 💚
OMG! You MUST watch the collaboration between Elton John and George Michael!!! A MUST!
You just made my evening.
Don’t Let the Sun Go Down is so epic, powerful- and the vocals are stunning.
You must react to Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding- it’s even more epic musically. You will love it.
It may not be Sir Elton singing but...The Lost Boys soundtrack. Fantastic album.
There were so many great songs on the radio by Elton John! Everybody could sing them all by heart! So much feeling in his voice and words! So much a part of my growing up!!❤️❤️
BEST VERSION EVER of this song. I was 14 years old the first time i heard this song when it was debuted in 1974. I became an instant long time loyal fan. 1974 ....next year will be 50 years of being a loyal diehard fan of EJ.
My favorite music by him is from 1969 to 1981. His voice then was my favorite ever of his. It changed years ago but i still went to see him in concert several times. The best of all time without question.
My next favorite songs is
"Someone Save My Life Tonight"
The drums in that song are fabulous!! Nigel Olsen always my favorite drummer for Elton throughout much of Elton's career.
"Blues For Baby and Me"
I love countless songs by him.
I put on the early Elton John music, crank it up and just drift away with the music .❤🎹❤🎶❤
I’m glad that you reacted to this song! This music just warms the soul. Check out Elton John’s “Border Song” (BBC In Concert 1970). EPIC!
We saw Elton John at dodger stadium in 1977. When the sun was going down he sang Don't let the sun go down on me. Tickets to see him were, wait for it, $10.00 per person. Suggest his song Funeral for a friend from Goodbye yellow brick road and madman across the water.
I have always enjoyed this song and tried madly to sing it with his album when I was young. 😊 He is an excellent singer and musician.
When I clicked on this, I thought it was his duet with George Michael doing this song. Oh well. THAT'S my favorite version. You should check it out, sometime. I KNOW you'll LOVE it. This is good, though, of course. I think this is my favorite Elton song.
One of my favorites! His voice was such a part of my formative years, always speaking to my soul...
I love all of Elton John's music my favorite one Tiny Dancer it should be your next one here
I agree with everyone's opinion of The Elton John and George Micheal version of this song. It's fantastic! You guys have got to do Funeral for a friend/Love lies bleeding! In my opinion it is definitely one of his best songs!
Guys I am surprised you don’t have a picture of the great Elton John behind you. 😐thanks for the song 🎧 👍🏼
A Sad Elton John song
" Sorry Sems to be the Hardest Word" . It's about his mom and her not accepting him after he came out. It's so beautiful and sad 😔
It was so great growing up in the late 60s n 70s. Classic rock n even our pop music, like this was beyond anything else. Just had to avoid disco...lol
60's and 70's were a phenomenal time for music!
Lyrics:
[Verse 1]
I can't light no more of your darkness
All my pictures seem to fade to black and white
I'm growin' tired, and time stands still before me
Frozen here on the ladder of my life
[Verse 2]
Too late to save myself from falling
I took a chance and changed your way of life
But you misread my meanin' when I met you
Closed the door and left me blinded by the light
[Chorus]
Don't let the sun go down on me (Don't let the sun)
Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see
I'd just allow a fragment of your life (Don't let the sun) to wander free
But losin' everything is like the sun goin' down on me
[Verse 3]
I can't find, oh, the right romantic line
But see me once and see the way I feel
Don't discard me just because you think I mean you harm
But these cuts I have, oh, they need love to help them heal
[Chorus]
Don't let the sun go down on me (Don't let the sun)
Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see
I'd just allow a fragment of your life (Don't let the sun) to wander free
But losin' everything is like the sun goin' down on me
[Instrumental Break]
[Chorus]
Don't let the sun go down on me (Don't let the sun)
Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see
I'd just allow a fragment of your life (Don't let the sun) to wander free, yeah
But losin' everything is like the sun goin' down on me
This song is a masterpiece....5 stars....at the height of his powers....it's like this song takes you on a journey
Superior pianist! Beautiful voice! Outstanding song writer! Now ther’s a triple threat❤
True though Bernie Taupin writes the songs not Elton
Funeral for a friend/love lies bleeding. A true masterpiece you really should check out
This is my absolute favorite Elton John song. Thanks for reacting to it, and I am glad you loved it.
Elton is one of the most brilliant artists of all time. And Bernie Taupin is a BRILLIANT song writer.
I really like Elton John. I think he's underrated, in my opinion. Some of his songs are so deep, they can make me cry. Still to this day. I'm 61, his music takes me back to happy, fun times, but also can bring back memories that remind me of people. Great music!
Me too!
Underrated WTH???? 😅😅😅
@@ritchiec6317 yes underrated.. I didn't stutter
I have always wondered why Sir Elton John sang "discard" with such a rhotic pronunciation. Having a naturally non-rhotic accent usually gives Brits an advantage in singing well.
Could be my favorite Elton John song, just love the build up and every single instrument is so spot on and powerful in the end.
you love Elton's emotion??? check out (if you haven't) "Empty Garden" which he wrote for John Lennon' passing
This has to be one of my all time favorites! In my top 10 for real!
I saw EJ in concert. No opening band, just him and his grand piano and a backing track. Loved it. Will never forget it.
Do not even waste time folks
Get right to Sir Elton John's collaboration with the late great George Michael of Wham covering this song.
Watch the video it's worth it 1000%!
And while you're at it, if you want something truly rocking by Sir Elton, watch his cover of Pinball Wizard in the movie Tommy, by The Who... Yep... Powerful.
I don’t wanna go on with you like that - Elton John is my favorite song of his.
I have an indelable memory of sitting in the backseat while riding around with friends and just reveling in this song. I was really down for some reason and this song gave all of the emotions I needed to feel...lonely, unloved, depressed...whether I actually had any reason to feel those things or not, we all go through it. Hearing this song at that time was like a 4 minute therapy session...lol. I've held a special place in my heart for this song ever since. Elton's ballads like "Rocket Man," "Someone Saved My Life Tonight," "Your Song," "Daniel" and others sort of defined the era, in many ways. Loved your reaction. Keep it up!
I couldn't agree more 👍 Right there with you.
Love, love, love Elton John
100% have to do the version with Elton and George Michael. Both versions are equally great for different reasons. :)
Funeral for a friend/love lies bleeding. Is a must you guys !