In 1987, cult film The Lost Boys gave Roger Daltrey a platform to take this Elton John/Bernie Taupin classic and... some say... make it just that tiny touch better! What do you think?
Well, Roger. Looks like you won more than a few hearts with your version of this classic. I'll leave it there, we all have our reasons for that which we hold precious.
I totally agree that Mr Daltrey owns this song and gives his usual passionate and emotional best to the lyrics. And yes, it's on the Lost Boys soundtrack... bliss.
I actually like all versions because it's a great song Bernie wrote. The live version with George and Elton is my favorite and this version so so close. 🎶 🎵 🪕 🎼 ❤❤❤❤❤
I swear the WHO is so underrated. I remember skipping school in 7th grade and seeing the afternoon movie and it was The kids are allright! Roger Daltrey was always my fave for a lead vocalist. Real.
I love the song. I wish I could sing this song to win back my ex girlfriend/ fiance ' , but it's to late now, haven't heard from her in 5 years since she broke up. If I had it to do all over again, I'd follow this example, sing it to my ex. I just wished I held on tighter. I had everything, a good life & girl. & lost my girl, my life is upside down now, things aren't the same. . But I love this song. Roger Daltrey is superb.
Just watched the Lost Boys for the millionth time...and I realized for the first time who sang this this version. This song was made for Roger. I never really cared for Elton's version, and I'm a huge fan of his.
Best version of this song. Hands down. No one has ever sung this song better and doubt anyone ever will. The voice, the passion, the heartbreak, the angelic background vocals, the horns, the guitar ❤
This version and the one done by Oleta Adams are my absolute favorites of this great, great song! Roger Daltrey's terrific rock raspy voice is magnificent and made for this track!
I can't light no more of your darkness All my pictures seem to fade to black and white I'm growing tired and time stands still before me Frozen here on the ladder of my life Too late to stop myself from falling I took a chance and changed your way of life But you misread my meaning when I met you Closed the door and left me blinded by the light Don't let the sun go down on me Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see I'd just allow a fragment of your life to wander free But losing everything is like the sun going down on me I can't find 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 they need love to help them heal Don't let the sun go down on me Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see I'd just allow a fragment of your life to wander free But losing everything is like the sun going down on me
Roger Daltrey breathed new life into this song. I have always loved it, and by no means do I slight Elton John's solo or duet with George Michael performances. I just wish that I could here more of the guitar playing at the end of this. I cannot get enough of it. Sounds like Eddy Van Halen. (is it?)
FACT.. That song brought out Daltrey's voice really strong. Elton & Bernie wrote it i believe. SO.. Look for who else played/made it such a great song. Bliss
Gavin Helgeson Thanks Gavin. I am well aware of it. When I said I never heard this before I meant I never heard or knew that Roger Daltry had recorded it as well. For me, all due respect to EJ and GM, esp in light of recent events, that version pales in comparison to this. All the best.
I love the Who, I love Daltrey's vocals. This is one of, if not my favourite Elton John songs. I would suggest anyone who likes this song to listen to the version by George Michaels.
