So sad, I miss John as much as he does-we grew up listening to them both. I am 60 now myself. I understand why he doesn't like to sing this song so much!! Miss & love you John!! RIP Brother!!
i never heard this song- i know!! i know! i'm younger but i knew exactly who it was about without Elton saying....just beautiful- i can't think of anything else to describe it.
I saw him sitting this Live at a fundraiser For hillary clinton It was amazing No political comments please When someone gives you a gift Of 1000 dollars seats To elton john you take them No matter what your politics are
i will be seeing Sir Elton play in Yakima WA in July. I pray he will play this song, but I understand he doesn't play it too often live. This is an incredible performance.
@TheDissident77 I totally understand. I think John would be the first person to object to such "canonization". You're absolutely right that he was "just a musician". But it was his unique human-ness, his honesty about what he thought and felt, and his ability to put it in songs, that made everyone (myself included) love him so much. He didn't raise himself to the level of world-class icon; people who identified with him did so.
The"Insect"part...absolutely brilliant choice of words. Now somebody please hand me a giant can of Black Flag before some demented judge lets this killing machine run loose.
Loved this song when it came out. Still haven't figured out exactly why John Lennon is so...canonized. He was just a musician. Made music, did lots of drugs, had some stupid ideas. BUT I've never been one to idolize famous people. They are wanting just like everyone else. Love the song though
@77edster loss of Elton's voice in 1986 while on tour in Australia. Shortly thereafter he underwent throat surgery, which permanently altered his voice. Several non-cancerous polyps were removed from his vocal cords, resulting in a change in his singing voice
@77edster to my knowledge he had to have an operation on his vocal cords and thats why he can't reach the highs he use to be able to reach during his live performances
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A beautiful song in tribute to John Lennon. I have the 45. RIP John and George.
a grown man crying.........an appropriate response to this one........
I listened to this song. It reminded me of my 14 year old friend that died on the 29th of last month.
R.I.P drew wright.
His best song, imo. Wish the original video was still up.
You're right Keith, it is his best song and this performance is the best I've ever heard it done
I just sang this entire song in the shower this morning. I did need help on the harmony. Beautiful Song and I loved it from day one.
So sad, I miss John as much as he does-we grew up listening to them both. I am 60 now myself. I understand why he doesn't like to sing this song so much!! Miss & love you John!! RIP Brother!!
Beautiful.
a beautiful tribute to a beautiful person...i cry every time i hear this song, it's so good...
.......the tears run down my face. I can't help it.
I love you, John.
i never heard this song- i know!! i know! i'm younger but i knew exactly who it was about without Elton saying....just beautiful- i can't think of anything else to describe it.
great song saw Elton John in Philadelphia in 85 great concert performance
Brother, you are very special for sharing this beautiful music with us
Love this song and live performance.
30 years ago, today that bastard took the greatest man away.
39 years in prison. I Hope U S justice never release him.
Out of this world.
amo essa musica conheci um amor inesquecivel ao som da mesma,nos anos 80
2012 knocking & STILL sobbing..... #NOshame
Elton John and John Lennon......no more to say
I saw him sitting this Live at a fundraiser For hillary clinton It was amazing No political comments please When someone gives you a gift Of 1000 dollars seats To elton john you take them No matter what your politics are
i will be seeing Sir Elton play in Yakima WA in July. I pray he will play this song, but I understand he doesn't play it too often live. This is an incredible performance.
My FAVORITE, FAVORITE SONG....EVER. IN YOUR EMPTY GARDEN . ....
I love this song it's so touching
one of the best songs every written.
best elton song ever rip john
this has been added to Elton's new show in Vegas...with some great video!
Amo essa música!!!!!
even better than "here today"...just perfect!!!
The Bastard will pay , I hope they let him out, then he will pay Huge, it will be with his life, only slowly
Remember love 1980
Thanks Elton!
@TheDissident77 I totally understand. I think John would be the first person to object to such "canonization". You're absolutely right that he was "just a musician". But it was his unique human-ness, his honesty about what he thought and felt, and his ability to put it in songs, that made everyone (myself included) love him so much. He didn't raise himself to the level of world-class icon; people who identified with him did so.
The"Insect"part...absolutely brilliant choice of words. Now somebody please hand me a giant can of Black Flag before some demented judge lets this killing machine run loose.
R.I.P Bob Birch ...bass player
beautiful
LINDÍSSIMA SIR ELTON JHON
we watched this in class...show.
Loved this song when it came out. Still haven't figured out exactly why John Lennon is so...canonized. He was just a musician. Made music, did lots of drugs, had some stupid ideas. BUT I've never been one to idolize famous people. They are wanting just like everyone else. Love the song though
@janmadytay I do the same thing when I hear this song. Every single time.
Happy Birthday John Lennon. Hey Hey Johnny! Oct. 8 , 1940
"Can't you come out to play in your empty garden?"
@gordlightfootfan do you consider Elton JOHN as one? just asking..
4:19 the best part
@buddatheone
Brilliant Comment!!!!!!!
So sadly true
@77edster loss of Elton's voice in 1986 while on tour in Australia. Shortly thereafter he underwent throat surgery, which permanently altered his voice. Several non-cancerous polyps were removed from his vocal cords, resulting in a change in his singing voice
@77edster to my knowledge he had to have an operation on his vocal cords and thats why he can't reach the highs he use to be able to reach during his live performances
Nice version but really lacks without the fantastic Jeff Porcaro on drums.
lone gun men my ass !!!
Delicioso !!!
So sad...
5 people need to see an audiologist!
I would sing this beautiful song but the lump in my throat gets too large.
It’s funny how one insect can damage so much grain....