Here's wha the song is about: The narrator is saying goodbye to the 'yellow brick road' which is a symbol of wealth and fame, because . He does not want the fame and fortune to define him, and prefers to be back to his farming roots where he can live a more peaceful life
That's not true per se. Its more akin to a Country boy (Bernie) missing his country roots. Everything else is just lyrical application, I doubt he had a woman who lived in a Penthouse, etc., etc. That "Woman in the Penthouse" was London itself. All the other lyrics confirm this, he missed the Plough, the Owl chasing the Toad, etc. The truth is people overthink these things. It's really simple, a country boy in London missed his country lifestyle at that time, he longed for home.
The song is about someone "selling" themselves to the "highest" bidder. Then becoming bored with the "high life" and wanting to go back to the simpler life. There are many different "scenarios" that could fill in the specifics of this premise.
The song is about forging your own path in life rather than the one others lay out for you. The yellow brick road is from the Wizard of OZ. The main characters were told to follow the yellow brick road with the promise of finding what they seek only to find out the wizard is a fraud, and you already have everything you need to be happy.
Many other Elton John songs you should do: Tiny Dancer, Daniel, Crocodile Rock, Honky Cat, Philadelphia Freedom, Rocket Man, Benny and the Jets, Someone Saved My Life Tonight
Sigh 😔 This album was passed down to me from my mom. She passed away in 78’. I got her whole record collection and I owe a lot of my music knowledge of the 70’s to her. I loved every song on this album. 💕 Please take a listen to Benny and Jets (my fav) when you get a chance. Thanks.
Check out Sir Elton live in Central Park 1980. The background keyboard player is James Newton Howard. He went on to write soundtracks. He just recently did The Jungle Cruise with Emily and the Rock.
With Elton you cant go wrong listening to Live performances or even Music Video versions of his songs. He was/is a very good entertainer. One of the biggest performers ever. He has some good music videos as well. A legend in many ways.
Four minutes in. I'm 48 years old and have been listening to this song pretty much my whole life. I HAVE NEVER KNOWN THE LYRICS. Horny back toad? I said cutting the holly back down. I've learned something today. Thank you.
Elton John has been the soundtrack of my entire life since this time ( 1973 ). A remastered person, he's still standing after all this time. Blessings to Sir Elton John !!!
Got to listen to Philadelphia Freedom and Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me duet with George Michael and Someone Saved My Life Tonight..These are a must to listen to...There are many many more great ones...It is the Wizard of Oz.
The Yellow Brick Road is referenced in "The Wizard of Oz." My Interpretation: He's leaving his big living behind and going back to his simple life, where he came from.
Elton's songs are the definition of sweet melancholy. Including this song, Something About the Way You Look Tonight, Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me, I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues, Little Jeannie, Sad Songs (Say So Much), Nikita, Someone Saved My Life Tonight. Try them. They will grab your heart and your soul. You will feel the songs.
For me it's always meant that one doesn't have to go down that path laid in front of you. Step off and go your own way. The secondary meaning is that a simple modest life is some times more rewarding.
The yellow brick road is a reference to The Wizard of Oz. Just for the (ahem) record 😎🤘 This was such a great record. It has great ballads like "Candle In The Wind" and "Harmony" as well as serious rockers like "Your Sister Can't Twist (But She Can Rock & Roll)" and "Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting". It's liteally an "all killer, no filler" album. And for a double album, that is a difficult thing to achieve. "Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" kicks this album off with a '2-fer'. The minor chord based instrumental lament of "Funeral" shares the same track as "Love Lies Bleeding" and the sense that these songs "bleed" into each other was a brilliant bit of production. "Candle In The Wind" was a tribute to the late Marilyn Monroe. Her real name was Norma Jean Baker (nee Mortenson). "Goodbye Norma Jean..." "Your candle burned out Long before your legend ever did" th-cam.com/video/w-M8Hi3vNKM/w-d-xo.html When Princess Diana died Elton John performed a reworked version of "Candle In The Wind" called "Good-Bye England's Rose" at her funeral. He released the song as a CD 'single" with the proceeds going to benefit some of DIana's favourite charities. You might find this silly, but this sixty-something year auld Scotsman is literally in tears listening to Elton John singing in tribute to his friend, "the peoples princess" and England's Eternal Rose. th-cam.com/video/veWHazTuyME/w-d-xo.html
Goodbye to the yellowbrick road is the world you once knew, and moving on to the next. It is a metaphor for growing up and moving on, and not being taken advantage of.
Sir Elton John is a very talented musician with a great sense of humor. Check out his cameo in the movie Kingsman: The Golden Circle. My favorites of his are Tiny Dancer, Don’t Go Breaking My Heart, and Your Song.
One of the best albums ever. So many great tracks, I've Seen That Movie Too, Funeral For a Friend /Love Lies Bleeding and Ballad of Danny Bailey, just for starters! 😄
Hope you're reaching the tippety top. I love this song, I grew up in Kansas which is all about the yellow brick road. Haven't watched yet but about to. Looking forward to your reaction to my request. Peace and love y'all.
The "Yellow Brick Road" is the road that runs through all of Oz, in "The Wizard of Oz". Dorthy is told to "follow the Yellow Brick Road" to the "Emerald City" to see the Wizard. One of the most entertaining movies ever made. You should both take the time to see it. You could also choose to react to it.
I don’t get the tiny dancer video. It seems to be filmed in present times , yet the song is from 1971 ?? Why would they film a music video for this song over 40 years after it was recorded?
Alice in wonderland is I'm late and going down the rabbit hole and off with her head , the Wizard of Oz is the tornado , I don't think we are in Kansas anymore and following the yellow brick road.
@@davidhohn9106 it’s such a classic movie, it’s surprising they haven’t seen it at least once or twice as kids. Probably never saw Sound of Music either. Sad that kids aren’t shown these movies anymore in childhood
Hey guys Just a reminder because it's been 2 months since i requested this song... Bo Burnham - Can't Handle This (kanye rant) Waiting for my other one too... The Killers - When you were young Thanks
Listen to "Benny & the Jets" from the same album. You might recognize the tune. And while you're at it, listen to Angelina Jordan's version of "Goobye yellow brick road on AGT.
Here's wha the song is about: The narrator is saying goodbye to the 'yellow brick road' which is a symbol of wealth and fame, because . He does not want the fame and fortune to define him, and prefers to be back to his farming roots where he can live a more peaceful life
Smart person
That's not true per se. Its more akin to a Country boy (Bernie) missing his country roots. Everything else is just lyrical application, I doubt he had a woman who lived in a Penthouse, etc., etc. That "Woman in the Penthouse" was London itself. All the other lyrics confirm this, he missed the Plough, the Owl chasing the Toad, etc. The truth is people overthink these things. It's really simple, a country boy in London missed his country lifestyle at that time, he longed for home.
The song is about someone "selling" themselves to the "highest" bidder. Then becoming bored with the "high life" and wanting to go back to the simpler life. There are many different "scenarios" that could fill in the specifics of this premise.
Yea, that's my impression too.
I'd rather be rich AND live the peaceful life in the country, away from everyone.
Poetry written by Bernie Taupin put to music by Elton John, two truly amazing people.
I keep pushing "Philadelphia Freedom"
The song is about forging your own path in life rather than the one others lay out for you. The yellow brick road is from the Wizard of OZ. The main characters were told to follow the yellow brick road with the promise of finding what they seek only to find out the wizard is a fraud, and you already have everything you need to be happy.
“Saturday Nights All Right” is a complete blast 💥
That's the right comment!
Yes, and so is" Island Girl", love them both! 🥰
This song was is such a lovely metaphor for the music 🎶 business and being disillusioned by it.
Thy lyrics were written by Bernie Taupin. He is also a genius.
Many other Elton John songs you should do: Tiny Dancer, Daniel, Crocodile Rock, Honky Cat, Philadelphia Freedom, Rocket Man, Benny and the Jets, Someone Saved My Life Tonight
You forgot Candle in The Wind . So many hits by this talented man.
You forgot the best one of all!
Funeral for a friend / love lies bleeding
@@craigparker9744 The original not the awful remake.
Lol yes, but can you imagine the look on their faces if they listened to 'The Bitch is Back' or 'All the Girls Love Alice'?
I Started Listening To Elton Back In 1973. Elton Is One Of Our British Treasures. Great Review😊👍
Crocodile Rock, Your Song, Tiny Dancer, Philadelphia Freedom, Island Girl……..many hits by Elton John
Been listening to Elton for more than40
Been listening to Elton for more than 40 years. If you go down that rabbit hole, take a snak!🤣
Sigh 😔 This album was passed down to me from my mom. She passed away in 78’. I got her whole record collection and I owe a lot of my music knowledge of the 70’s to her. I loved every song on this album. 💕 Please take a listen to Benny and Jets (my fav) when you get a chance. Thanks.
One of my favorite songs!
many major artists, BIG time artists have said they wish they could write songs like Elton John and Berrnie Taupin.
MANY legendary hits! 💙💖✌️
When Elton was in his prime.
Saturday nights alright for fighting by Elton John
Best Elton John song ever
Best song ever
"Somewhere over the rainbow" sung by rhe legendary late Judy Garland. -Wizard of Oz
I saw him in concert years ago. He's an amazing artist.
You may wish to consider "Philadelphia Freedom " by Sir Elton John.
If you havent made a rabbit hole out of Elton yet, please consider doing it. Lots of huge songs and famous performances.
Omg guys ya gotta get goin with Elton John!
Yes, the original yellow brick road was on The Wizard of Oz. 💙✌️🌪️🌻
Check out Sir Elton live in Central Park 1980. The background keyboard player is James Newton Howard. He went on to write soundtracks. He just recently did The Jungle Cruise with Emily and the Rock.
Elton John - Circle of life
The yellow brick road was in The Wizard Of Oz xx
Sir Elton John, he's been knighted and that's his name now.
nah...not in 'Murica he aint
@@k.t.5405 In every country he is, if you respect him.
@@k.t.5405 Speak for yourself.
@@josephtingley654 Those titles only apply to British subjects. It's not a sign of disrespect if it's not used in the US.
With Elton you cant go wrong listening to Live performances or even Music Video versions of his songs. He was/is a very good entertainer. One of the biggest performers ever. He has some good music videos as well. A legend in many ways.
Four minutes in. I'm 48 years old and have been listening to this song pretty much my whole life. I HAVE NEVER KNOWN THE LYRICS. Horny back toad? I said cutting the holly back down. I've learned something today. Thank you.
Elton John has been the soundtrack of my entire life since this time ( 1973 ). A remastered person, he's still standing after all this time. Blessings to Sir Elton John !!!
Thank you for reacting to this, it's my favourite Elton song 🥰
Elton John has tooo many amazing songs!!!! But.... Yellow brick road was in movie wizard of oz with Dorothy 👍👍🤣🤣🤣
Got to listen to Philadelphia Freedom and Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me duet with George Michael and Someone Saved My Life Tonight..These are a must to listen to...There are many many more great ones...It is the Wizard of Oz.
The duet with George is almost a perfect moment. I've watched that video a thousand times at least.
Another superb reaction. Yellow brick road is from Wizard of Oz as Livy thought. We're very very proud of this legend in England.
The Yellow Brick Road is referenced in "The Wizard of Oz."
My Interpretation: He's leaving his big living behind and going back to his simple life, where he came from.
Amazing tune!!!
My first taste of Elton John was I'm Still Standing, when MTV ruled the planet.
Elton's songs are the definition of sweet melancholy. Including this song, Something About the Way You Look Tonight, Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me, I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues, Little Jeannie, Sad Songs (Say So Much), Nikita, Someone Saved My Life Tonight. Try them. They will grab your heart and your soul. You will feel the songs.
For me it's always meant that one doesn't have to go down that path laid in front of you. Step off and go your own way. The secondary meaning is that a simple modest life is some times more rewarding.
Damned Right!!..🇬🇧
Remembering what artist sings which song is very important
never head of elton john wow i feel old now
Elton John also performed at Princess Diana's funeral after tragic death with - Candle in the wind .
His greatest hits list is incredible so many great songs. The yellow brick road is the raod to London in this context
Song is about how music executives tried to change him. He said bye-bye.
A true Musical Genius and one of England's best exports. Got to check out ' I'm still standing ' ' Saturday Night Alright ' & ' Daniel '
The yellow brick road is a reference to The Wizard of Oz. Just for the (ahem) record 😎🤘
This was such a great record. It has great ballads like "Candle In The Wind" and "Harmony" as well as serious rockers like "Your Sister Can't Twist (But She Can Rock & Roll)" and "Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting". It's liteally an "all killer, no filler" album. And for a double album, that is a difficult thing to achieve.
"Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" kicks this album off with a '2-fer'. The minor chord based instrumental lament of "Funeral" shares the same track as "Love Lies Bleeding" and the sense that these songs "bleed" into each other was a brilliant bit of production.
"Candle In The Wind" was a tribute to the late Marilyn Monroe. Her real name was Norma Jean Baker (nee Mortenson). "Goodbye Norma Jean..."
"Your candle burned out
Long before your legend ever did"
th-cam.com/video/w-M8Hi3vNKM/w-d-xo.html
When Princess Diana died Elton John performed a reworked version of "Candle In The Wind" called "Good-Bye England's Rose" at her funeral. He released the song as a CD 'single" with the proceeds going to benefit some of DIana's favourite charities. You might find this silly, but this sixty-something year auld Scotsman is literally in tears listening to Elton John singing in tribute to his friend, "the peoples princess" and England's Eternal Rose.
th-cam.com/video/veWHazTuyME/w-d-xo.html
Dorothy, Toto, the scarecrow and the tin man on the Yellow brick road. The Wizard of OZ, somewhere over the rainbow.
there were lots of mushrooms and pills in Alice in Wonderland, hence "Wonderland"
Goodbye to the yellowbrick road is the world you once knew, and moving on to the next. It is a metaphor for growing up and moving on, and not being taken advantage of.
Yes, I can bet you've heard of Elton John. Seen the Lion King? Can you feel the love tonight, and The Circle of Life both Elton John.
More Elton John please
When I was a teen this was an album most everyone had in their collection along with Peter Frampton Comes Alive and Queen New of the World.
Sir Elton John is a very talented musician with a great sense of humor. Check out his cameo in the movie Kingsman: The Golden Circle. My favorites of his are Tiny Dancer, Don’t Go Breaking My Heart, and Your Song.
This album is a great poetry lesson, meter, rhyme, and (in this song) interior rhyme: "Back to the howling old owl in the woods."
I think yellow brick road is like the streets of Hollywood/L.A.
Yellow Brick Road was from the Wizard of oz. This song from Elton John is from 1973.
Right Alice is the rabbit hole
you say Unbelievable, but Unbelievable by EMF is SO cool
One of the best albums ever. So many great tracks, I've Seen That Movie Too, Funeral For a Friend /Love Lies Bleeding and Ballad of Danny Bailey, just for starters! 😄
Bernie Taupin actually wrote the song about Elton John.
Hope you're reaching the tippety top. I love this song, I grew up in Kansas which is all about the yellow brick road. Haven't watched yet but about to. Looking forward to your reaction to my request. Peace and love y'all.
☮️💙💙💙
It's the wizard of ozz, she was correct!
If you’re wrestling fans, this song is the entrance theme for wrestler EFFY
Kae and Livy you need to give Crocodile Rock a listen it's my favorite.
"Bennie and the Jets" Elton John.
You're welcome!!
The "Yellow Brick Road" is the road that runs through all of Oz, in "The Wizard of Oz". Dorthy is told to "follow the Yellow Brick Road" to the "Emerald City" to see the Wizard. One of the most entertaining movies ever made. You should both take the time to see it. You could also choose to react to it.
Try " tiny dancer " the official video. I'm almost certain everyone has heard it. Fantastic song!
I don’t get the tiny dancer video. It seems to be filmed in present times , yet the song is from 1971 ?? Why would they film a music video for this song over 40 years after it was recorded?
God I feel so old! How Do people not know who Elton John is or that the yellow brick road was Wizard of Oz. 🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️ Millennials 🏴😢
Wizard of Oz.
"Take Me to the Pilot"!!
Get Back Honky Cat is a funky rocker by EJ
Alice in wonderland is I'm late and going down the rabbit hole and off with her head , the Wizard of Oz is the tornado , I don't think we are in Kansas anymore and following the yellow brick road.
Elton writes the music within 1 hour of receiving the lyrics. True genius
Bernie Taupin wrote his lyrics.
@@charleswilliams4247 he knows
@@arachnidplays6162 Never can be too sure.
You need to do his live concerts… Don’t let the sun go down on me with George Michael live
Wizard of Oz (:
This dudes eyes are farther away from each other than my parents were after the divorce 😂
Wizard of Oz,listen to your girl young man.
This entire reaction was basically just you two trying to think of what movie a yellow brick road was in.
@@Great-Documentaries Agreed! Wonder why it’s such an opportunity for us to give them $25.
They haven't seen it 50 times, like some people. Get a Life.
@@davidhohn9106 it’s such a classic movie, it’s surprising they haven’t seen it at least once or twice as kids. Probably never saw Sound of Music either. Sad that kids aren’t shown these movies anymore in childhood
It’s wizard of oz love the reaction to the part time Atlanta resident
Wizard of Oz...but was really trying to say goodbye to the hype of the music business
Listen to "Candle In The Wind"
Wizard of Oz
Hey guys
Just a reminder because it's been 2 months since i requested this song...
Bo Burnham - Can't Handle This (kanye rant)
Waiting for my other one too...
The Killers - When you were young
Thanks
Yellow brick road is from the wizard of oz.
Yes wizard of oz
Elton John songs to react to:
Sad Songs (Say So Much)
I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues
I'm Still Standing
Little Jeannie
Yellow Submarine. Please. -Terry
Elton John songs you should react to
Rocket Man
Crocodile Rock
I'm Still Standing
Tiny Dancer
Listen to "Benny & the Jets" from the same album. You might recognize the tune. And while you're at it, listen to Angelina Jordan's version of "Goobye yellow brick road on AGT.
Do tElton Johns "Your Song" and "Daniel" PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Bennie and the Jets is a hit .
Basically the yellow brick road is people's journey to fame and fortune. Elton was not a fan of that journey.
Its WIZARD of OZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
When I was the kid the gay subtext went completely over head. The '70s were quite a while ago...!
Do "Bennie and the Jets" from Elton
Elton John's real name is Reggie Dwight
Could you please react to Blue System Magic Symphony. This is the blong guy from Modern Talking.
YOU MUST REACT TO FUNERAL FOR A FRIEND!!!!!!