It’s all well and good to praise Elton. He’s an incredible artist. But let’s not forget to give a proper tip of the hat to the lyric writer, Bernie Taupin. These two men are an amazing team.
@@raymondmassie4898 Bernie said "There was a period when I was going through that whole ‘got to get back to my roots’ thing, which spawned a lot of like-minded songs in the early days, this being one of them. I don’t believe I was ever turning my back on success or saying I didn’t want it. I just don’t believe I was ever that naïve. I think I was just hoping that maybe there was a happy medium way to exist successfully in a more tranquil setting. My only naiveté, I guess, was believing I could do it so early on. I had to travel a long road and visit the school of hard knocks before I could come even close to achieving that goal."
Elton is one of the most successful solo artists of all time. Elton is English, like The Beatles, The Stones, Queen etc etc. Elton has one of the most extensive catalogs in music
It is hard for me to believe that someone has never heard of Elton.. but then again his music was the soundtrack of my youth.. in the 70s, you could not go 15 minutes without hearing a song of his on the radio. We used to call the radio station and request "Razor Face", or some other deep cut that did not get as much air time. They don't make music like that anymore, in my opinion.
“Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics in two and a half weeks, with John composing most of the music in three days.” It was recorded in two weeks….greatness doesn’t have to take time!
I’m 16 and mostly listen to r and b and hip hop, but I still can’t believe so many people haven’t listened to him, not to mention the hundreds of other great musicians from throughout the 20th century!
Never heard of Elton John. Oh my lord. He is a superstar. What a lot of discovering you have in front of you! If you like piano. Billy Joel. Try the live version of Piano Man with Elton John and Billy Joel. Elton is English:) yes has been knighted by the Queen
@@stormy8207 It does seem strange perhaps to those of us who grew up with this music and these people but when I stop to think it does make sense. I'm not without connections to people who aren't as old as time but I know next to nothing about music in this century. Ignorance is something we all share on many subjects, and they will get all the joy of discovery. I'm rather jealous really. :)
If your kids are Lion King fans, you've heard Sir Elton, "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" and "Circle of Life". If you want something fun, "I"m Still Standing". A great romantic tune " The One"
He's from England and you should react to Elton John and George Michael....Don't let the sun go down on me.......amazing!!!! Oh and there's piano in it!!! 😉
"Someone Saved My Life Tonight" is a great story song. "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" has some of the best music. You should do both at some time.
Gotta have Daniel. I saw Elton on July 4, 1976 in what is now Gillette Stadium, home of the Patriots. What an amazing concert. The piano came in handy when Elton came onstage standing on the piano dressed as the Statue of Liberty. Pinball Wizard had accompanying fireworks to look like a hand holding a ball. Lots of fireworks, almost every song he every sang, I was determined not to leave until he sang Daniel. Luckily he did. I had just graduated high school, and had already been to many concerts, but nothing no one before or since has had the combination of talent and showmanship. Queen came the closest, but still not anything like Sir Elton John
In the 1970s, most music critics considered Elton John to be the third greatest pianist in the world. He had been a child prodigy, who could hear a piece of music once and play it back note for note, or actually improvise upon it in a creative and intelligent manner.
Bernie Taupin is the lyricist and Elton John the composer. They've been working together for around thirty years. Yellow Brick Road album, such an amazing album.
Elton John is so talented, Ya'll just scratched the surface!!! Jay you like piano, you will love "SIR Elton John" Yes he was knighted!! Love watching ya'll reactions!! ROCK ON!!
I don't think he had his ranch then. I saw an interview with Taupin saying back then he always wanted to live in the Midwest US and that's where that part of the song came from.
@@RazielXSR One of my favorites. In addition to writing most of Elton John's hits, he and Martin Page wrote These Dreams, a hauntingly beautiful songs recorded by Heart.
"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" has been my FAVORITE song for 20+ years and it seriously bring tears to my eyes to hear it after a while. Whatever notes he hits just transports me away. I got to see him in his farewell "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" tour in 2019, 6th row.
@@Fuzcapp yes, this is why I watch people play my favorite video games and songs, cause I get to experience them a new with others and I feed off their enjoyment.
Aww, one of my top 5 songs. It just resonated with me, especially when his those high notes. I remember staring at the cover of my parents' LP growing up. When I became a teenager, I wore this and Captain Fantastic album OUT! Nice to see a fellow 80s baby love this song as much as I do. ❤️
@@ericstratton7600 I graduated high school in 1978. Elton was part of the soundtrack of the best years of my life!!! EJ, Fleetwood Mac the list goes on. Thats part of the reason i love these reactions. Just hearing all this great music. ✌❤
Not entirely true...A Single Man is the twelfth studio album by English singer-songwriter Elton John. Released in 1978, it is the first album where Gary Osborne replaced Bernie Taupin as lyricist. It is also the first of two (the second being Victim of Love) Elton John albums to not have any tracks co-written by Bernie Taupin on the original cut. However your statement is true for this album
@@allanjones1680 Ashley Osborne only wrote lyrics for a few Elton John songs. All the rest were Bernie Taupin. Little Jeannie and blue eyes were the only hits that Osborne is responsible for.
@@elevenbucks5682 , almost always the lyrics, although when he wrote with Gary Osborne, Elton went to him with a bunch of music and asked him for lyrics (Although not all their songs were written this way.). And he came up with the first couple of lines of "Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word", with Bernie writing the rest (And as an FYI, Elton and Bernie have never worked together in the same room, and often, not even in the same country.).
@@poeslanding - not all the rest. On 21 at 33 there are 3 songs which were not written with either Gary Osborne or Bernie Taupin. He wrote Never Gonna Fall in Love Again and Sartorial Elegance with Tom Robinson (who recorded both of them on Cabaret '79 Glad to Be Gay). He wrote "Give Me the Love" with Judie Tzuke.
I'd recommend the film - Elton Johns' bio - "Rocketman". This song- just one of so many great ones- strikingly makes the sadness beautiful. He'd had success, too much, and it led to a very ugly place, so this song indicates that he knew it was time to change. Keep up the great work, by the way.
Just as Freddie Mercury's life was recently shown in the movie Bohemian Rhapsody, Elton John's life is shown in the movie Rocketman. He also wrote the soundtrack for The Lion King, so you might have heard his music even if you have not heard his famous rock songs (like Rocketman and I'm Still Standing).
agree on billy joel Piano Man .. he's also got an extensive catalogue of excellent music like Vienna, Just the way you are, new york state of mind, always a woman.. the list goes on
"im not a present for your friends to open" ive been listening to this song since it first came out and i still to this day say god thats a great line. its one of the best lines ever
This song was in reference to his dispute with his record label where they had a difference of opinion in which direction his music should go. You should check out Rocket man, Crocodile Rock, Benny and the Jets, Candle in the Wind and Your Song Can't go wrong with any of them
"In Taupin’s rendering, the Yellow Brick Road is a path to artifice and deceit, a far cry from the owls and toads and ploughs on the farm from whence the narrator came." Has nothing to do with Elton John's life or business dealings.
I grew up sharing a room with my older sister who loved EJ. I know all the songs by heart I have heard them so much. LPs on a little record player. Ahh the early 70’s.
Elton John is a GOAT. One of the Grandpas of rock/pop. He’s amazing. TONS of music to get thru: Your Song, Someone Saved My Life Tonight, Tiny Dancer, Bennie and the Jets, Rocket Man, Don’t Let the Sun Go Down On Me, Daniel, Saturday Night’s Alright, Philadelphia Freedom, Honky Cat, Levon, Crocodile Rock, I’m Still Standing…and that’s just the 70s/80s. It’s ridiculous.
This is wonderful! (He’s from London but his lyricist, Bernie Taupin is from farmland in Lincolnshire, England.) This has been one of my favorite songs for decades and I ADORE that y’all are loving it, too! Elton John, at one point, was solely responsible for 6% of all records sales in the world! His impact on music can’t be overstated. Ok, I’m finishing the video now…… 😄
Elton: LEGEND. According to Billboard top selling male artist of all times. Check out Your Song, Candle in the Wind, Daniel, his duet with George Michael: Don’t let the Sun go Down on Me. Did you see the movie the Lion King? He wrote the music for it. Once again, LEGEND.
That was recently changed to second best selling male artist of all time. The best selling male artist of all time (and the best selling artist of either gender) is Sir Paul McCartney. From the Beatles, to Wings, to his solo work, McCartney has sold over ONE BILLION RECORDS.
You need to react to one of his masterpieces a song called "Your Song"; a beautiful piece of music with great singing, lyrics and piano playing. This was his first hit in 1970 but is still resonates today.
You will LOVE Sir Elton John !!! Try Tiny Dancer nest or Daniels Song ... he never made a bad song. He even recently did a duet with Ozzy Ozborne (of all people lol) that was WAY better than I expected, Ordinary Man is the name ... I think lol
I was so lucky to have grown-up during the 70s and to live in a household where great music was playing all of the time from my two older brothers. My middle brother was a HUGE Elton John fan and everytime I hear a song like this, I think of my late brother.
PLEASE react to Elton Johns song ,, Philadelphia Free dome ,,,, From 1975 , The BASS IS so nasty Your ears will need a shower ,, One of the best feel good songs EVER , You will thank me . I promise , THE 70s baby
Candle in the wind is a good song to react to. There are two versions, the original was written about Marilyn Monroe, and he redid the song after Princess Diana died. Also Bennie and the Jets, Rocket man, Crocodile rock, Philadelphia Freedom, all food songs, but there are really too many good ones to list.
@@keithclark6299 Technically, yes she was not officially a princess, but she was commonly referred to as "Princess Diana" If you do a google search for "princess Diana death" and click news, the majority of news agencies refer to her as Princess Diana.
It is Sir Elton John, one of the most celebrated artists of our time, and most other times too. Quite the famous artist. Highly respected. I forget not everyone knows people who were icons for 50 years. I am getting old. LOL Benny And The Jets Tiny Dancer Daniel Crocodile Rock Candle In The Wind (his tribute to Princess Diana) Rocket Man Philadelphia Freedom That's Why They CAll It The Blues Your Love hundreds and hundreds of songs, he also did the music for the Lion King Disney animated movie like Can You Feel The Love Tonight. The early 70s were fire and Elton John was part of it. And the 80s and 90s
Yes yes yes all of these songs also add the song to the list one of my favorites that my dad dedicated to my back in the early seventies! :-) love y'all
Oops my message came out wrong sorry talk to text LOL I meant yes all of the songs that they suggested and please add the song called your song by Sir Elton John himself! My dad dedicated it to my mom back in the 1970s every time I hear it I smile and tear up. I just love y'all you are the newest addition to my family I watch you every single morning since I discovered you guys recently! This 51-year-old woman me LOL knows most of the songs that you are covering and I just love you guys out of all the reaction teams I think y'all are my favorite. Amber you seem like such a sweet sweet girl what a blessed life keep up the good work we love you. :-) signed Dannie xoxo
I am 47,I am not a huge Elton John fan, But this is the first song I remember in my life. I use to use my dads record player to listen to this, and this song was so amazing to me.
My heart aches for you that you are just now discovering the tremendous music of Elton John...the sixties and seventies are an almost bottomless vessel of awesome music.
“Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding” will knock you out! It’s the opening track to this album and it’s epic! In a similar style and feel that you would also enjoy is “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” even if you don’t do a reaction video, just for your own selves to experience
If you took all day to listen to Elton John's hits I promise you that you couldn't finish. Elton John is my best Male Solo Performer of all time that's how amazing he is. He's also written almost all the music to the Lion King (and then some) which is also my favorite Broadway performance. Thank you so much for this guys. :)
I would recommend Funeral for a friend/Love lies bleeding, Candle in the wind & Grey Seal from the album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road... Funeral for a friend has been my favorite song ever since it was released in 1973.... would love for you to hear it & share it with you... stay safe & stay strong.. 💙💙
I saw Elton play the Hammersmith Odeon (London cinema) in 1973 on the Goodbye Yellow Brick Road tour when I was just at school. Last month I saw him in Bristol, England on the Farewell Yellow Brick Road final tour. 49 years apart, half the band are the same guys. Still knocking out the best tunes of all. Farewell, Reg, and thank you for a lifetime of musical joy and inspiration.
This was my first album purchase when I was a young teenager (early 70’s)and every song on it is still fantastic and reads just as current as it did back then!
My first album purchase as well in the 70's! Amazing how well it still stands up today, and it really deserves to be listened to as an album, not by individual songs. That is how I (and I suspect you) absorbed this music. Taupin wrote the songs only Elton could sing.
As a kid I recall seeing this LP cover of a cartoon Elton in cool shades & very HIGH platform shoes... stepping lively down a yellow brick road. Vivid imagery. Elton sure can SANG! Dang! You don't know his stuff??? Y'all must be mad young!
Just found the channel this morning. What a way to start my Sunday. :) You two are just awesome souls, your joy for discovery is evident. Thank you for putting yourselves out there in a genuine, sweet, GOOD way. It reminds me why I’m happy to return to society after a year away. Thank you!
Just for the record, Elton John is British. He is referred to as “Sir Elton John” because he received that honor from England for his outstanding contributions to music. How can you have arrived here and not know who he is? He’s a legend! I still thoroughly enjoy your reactions. It’s great for me to see you appreciate the music I grew up with. Check out “Someone Saved my Life” or “Don’t Let the Sun go Down on Me”! Keep em coming. ✌️
You're correct that he was knighted for his contributions to music, but the honour was also given due to his charitable work, most notably the work done by the Elton John AIDS Foundation, but also for a number of other charitable endeavors he's been a part of over the years, including performing at Live Aid, The Prince's Trust concerts, and a number of other benefits.
Elton is phenominal - I have been listening to him since the mid 70's - love all his early music - I got to see him for the first time here in Australia 2020 on his final tour 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' - a gift from my children - he was amazing - in recent times besides releasing songs - all the music was composed by Elton for 'Lion King'
Elton John .... oh yes an icon! "Pinball Wizard" is another hit for him. The 70s comes alive with Elton. "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" doesn't come from "Wizard of Oz. " Im not sure what inspired the song for him, but sounds like y'all covered it. Thanks guys!.... rock on!
Absolutely love this album. One of the few albums my parents, my three older brothers and I could all enjoy. Liked it so much we had it on vinyl and the 8-track version.
@@JonCombo - "I Want Love" 2001, I guess even the greatest of us get tired after several decades of iconic-ness. You don't have to listen to new, all the time. If you expand your who,what,when,where,how, and why of music, you can increase your knowledge of popular music and find some new favorites.
Wow, 2 years ago now. I want you to do the first 2 songs that are really tied together as one. "Funeral for a Friend" and Love Lies Bleeding in My Hands". Classic Elton John! 🙏🏻
Yes ... and no. He was a musical prodigy and started playing at age three. At seven, he started formal piano lessons and at 11 he won a scholarship to London's Royal Academy of Music. Not that I could have told you most of that without doing some research (I knew about the classical training, but not the rest).
@Lady Elton22 - I have trouble understanding how anyone could find Elton and then lose interest ... I've raised a fan, too. To the point that she took me to see him when he was in Sydney recently. And dressed up as him for a party she attended.
Bernie Taupin wrote all of Elton’s lyrics, a true master at words. He would send them to Elton to put to music, but it was basically poetry put to song. Tiny Dancer is a must do!
Hey Jay and Amber!!! The meaning of this song was explained by Bernie Taupin once. He said, "is fame all it's cracked up to be? Maybe not!" He was a country boy thrust into the lime light. It was a bit overwelling he admitted.
I just came across y’all today while getting ready for Mass and my first reaction video was to Black Velvet and then I saw your reaction to Allison Krauss’ When You Say Nothing at All….first, y’all are awesome! So dang cute together! Second, awesome singers to react to. I’m LOVING y’all! Your reactions are so pure and I love the smiles when you hear the music and get into it. From the Allison Krauss video - CONGRATS on the babies and you can see how the purity in her voice moved y’all to think about your family. I just adore y’all! (And I agree, I needed this Elton John song today!) I subscribed and I’m putting Female Friday on my calendar! Keep up the variety in the music and singers! I can’t wait tell my Daddy about y’all! (Yes…from the South and he taught me my love for ALL music!)
