Jamel you have to check out Rocket Man the movie about Elton and how he and his partner wrote this song. He partner gives him some lyrics and Elton leaves the room and writes the music. Even if you just UA-cam that part of the movie. :)
This is a true musical genius along with his writing partner, Bernie Taupin. The movie made it seem like he wrote this for Bernie. They were pretty close but Bernie is straight so it was just a close friendship and songwriting partners.
You’ve gotta check out the Xmas advert featuring Elton John playing this song, one of the best adverts ever, hits you right in the feels! ua-cam.com/video/DShEAPKV0EU/v-deo.html
I'm surprised it ain't blocked. Elton Johns team is some of the most the hardcore you can get. I think this is technically a live performance, though I have reservations about that being true.
Elton made the song and Bernie Taupin the lyrics. I'm from Brazil and this is the song of my life. I was thirteen when I listened it for the first time and I still love it from the bottom of my heart. I am 59 now.
dranet When I was very small (probably 3 or 4 years old, around 1972) I’d sit at our little, antiqued yellow coffee table & pretend to be Elton playing the piano, much to my parent’s amusement. I will never get tired of any of those old songs from Honky Chateau, Tumbleweed Connection, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road etc. Anytime I hear old Elton John I always flash back to memories of being back in my old house in the early 70’s.
Yes, it's Elton's and Bernies song, I sang this song to my dad when he was dying, I sang and cried. Every time I hear it I think of him. RIP Dad, I love you ❤
Oh, Elizabeth, you made me cry. How beautiful for you to sing this to your Dad ! So sorry that he’s passed. 8 have told my husband for years that I want it played at my funeral.
@@skipbellon4342 Your Song in 1970. Then Friends and Levon in '71. Tiny Dancer, Rocket Man, Honky Cat and then Crocodile Rock in '72. Crocodile Rock was his first number 1 but all these songs, except Friends, got a lot of radio play.
This song when released,, nobody in the world never heard anything like it ever....it's stunning... Bernie Taupin wrote lyrics..Elton wrote music...2 of the greats..
One day in early 1971, I heard this beautiful song coming from my big brother’s room. Not usually “allowed” in there, I burst through the door begging to borrow the album he was playing, luckily he let me borrow it. Your Song continues to be one of my top ten favorites.
My big brother bought this album, too! And I listened to it over and over in the spring of 1971. I was 12 and had already been "in love". I've been a huge fan of EJ/BT ever since!
That smile at the end of the video says it all, Elton knows he nailed this song. I'm not a big fan of slow, mellow songs but I'll listen to this one every time. Jamel you're correct, this song is just so calming and smooth. Levon, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, All The Young Girls Love Alice deserve a listen.
This song put Elton on the map and it never gets old. Stands up today for many reasons. My mother recently passed and she was my champion, inspiration and so much more. We're having a memorial for her and her influence and love for me and I for her leaves me speechless. So, I'm going to play this song. It says it all.
This was Elton's first hit. I remember hearing it on the radio and instantly loving it and him. I had never heard of him before. He was a nobody at the time, which makes the lyrics much more meaningful than coming from a megastar millionaire.
I remember when I heard this on the radio for the first time, the studio version, and I was just captivated by Elton’s voice. I was in 7th or 8th grade, and the musicality, the melodic specialness of his voice and of the song, his beautiful piano playing, and Bernie Taupin’s beautiful lyrics, well, I was hooked on Elton John’s music from then on. Yes, he originated this song. He wrote the music and Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics for all of his early music. He had many many hits and still reigns as one of the greatest singer/songwriter/musicians of the era. He didn’t do many covers, but one good one he did do was Pinball Wizard by The Who.
He has an album called “16 Legendary Covers” that I would highly recommend. None of them made it to the radio, but they are really good. I particularly like his rendition of “Spirit in the Sky.” There is also a live radio performance album Called “11-17-70” with an amazing cover of “Honky Tonk Woman.”
This is THE song that broke Elton into a star. Everything follows from this success. And yes, as lots of people have said, this is an Elton and Bernie original. If you saw the film Moulin Rouge then this is the song that Ewan McGregor songs to Nicole Kidman. The comment about Elton coming home having his bathwater ready is about right.... Bernie Taupin gave him the completed lyrics and then Elton wrote the music. It's how they did it for 25 years. Stay safe and Keep on Rocking.
Double the 25 years. They’ve been working together over 50. (Since 1967). They took “breaks” but never split up. ”Lyricist Bernie Taupin on Rocketman's Depiction of His 50-Year Bond With Elton John.” John, 72, and Taupin, 69, won a Golden Globe together for Best Original Song for I'm Gonna Love Me Again, which they wrote for the Elton John biopic Rocketman. While John has won five Emmys, a Golden Globe and several other awards, but this is the first he's shared with Taupin. Sir Elton, along with his musical collaborator Bernie Taupin win the Oscar for 'Best Original Song' for '(I'm Gonna) Love me Again' from 'Rocketman'.Feb 10, 2020
His first big hit, from way back in the early 70's. I've always loved it - so simple and heartfelt. He and Bernie Taupin are an amazing team (Elton writes the music and Bernie writes the lyrics.). They came up with some of the greatest songs ever written, and this one is definitely one of their best.
Yes, this is an original Elton John/Bernie Taupin song. It is an early performance and one of Elton's early hits (circa 1970). This is also a definite live performance. The single sounds very much like it. Ty for reacting to this. I hadn't seen this performance before. I think Elton John does indeed get "lost in the moment" when he plays. He is the consummate professional. 💜
I usually tear up on this song at the beautiful lyrics. I loved your face when he sang “my gift is my song and this one’s for you”. Really shows how beautiful music can touch the soul
Love this song. I was in a very bad place when I was a teenager. Once for Christmas, I received one gift! It was this album, I have loved Elton ever since, music has the power to heal, and bring you back from those dark places!
When this song came out, husband and I would sing along with it to each other. Coming up to 45 years married. Elton John, Stevie Wonder,Queen, Rod Stewart, Police, Blondie and Wings are the soundtracks to our lives. Hadn’t heard this in a while. Thank you👩❤️👨
Good choice for today - soothing is appreciated! Love this song: one of Elton's earliest hits (yes he and Bernie wrote this one), and the first song I memorized start to finish on the piano when I was 13. Try "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" next. Thanks for listening and sharing! Peace from SF
I love that line "If I was a sculptor/but then again no." Its like he had this idea started with the sculping metaphor and then just said 'f that' and left it in anyway. Makes me laugh every time. Thanks!
There is a really sweet Christmas advertisement for John Lewis that was done in 2018 featuring Elton and this song, going backwards through his career and beginning with the piano he received as a gift when he was a young boy
Elton is a great singer ,his songs just invite you in. I needed this today.Helped to relieve some of my stress and anxiety .He just tells the story so clearly, Sometimes the music fades and his voice stands on its own.So talented.
That’s how we were looking down on him because we got tickets at the last minute when they opened up seating, above and behind the stage!! So he was really facing the other people, but he was much closer to us! And he kept looking up at us! it was just amazing!
Yep.. I have been fortunate enough to see him about 10 times. I got to see him in Vegas for his Million Dollar Piano gig. I was good, but our seats sucked, which is unusual. We usually get decent seats in Vegas. Sadly, his voice is not what it used to be after he had vocal cord surgery. He cannot hit the high notes anymore.. I still love him, but it's not the same.
Bernie is a true wordsmith. Combined with Elton's vocal and true mastery of the piano, the music becomes a transporter of emotion. I get "brain movies" playing in my head to such music.
Just beautiful… I remember the first time I heard this in 1970. My roommate brought the album home. I discovered many great artists because of him. Elton was just becoming known. It made such impression on me. I was 18, just moved from home. I was wishing I had someone to love that much, to play it for. I’ve heard it 100’s of times over the years. Never get tired of it. Now, it makes me sad, because the love of my life passed almost four years ago. Thinking about our memories together. I’m so glad people are still discovering it. Glad it’s not being forgotten, like so many other wonderful songs. Thanks Jamel😊
Saw this guy at a vineyard. He was paying solo, just him and a piano. My mum got me the tickets for building some retaining walls and gardens to say thankyou. Was one of the best concerts I've been to. Just me and my mum{ I'm 48 she's 74} eating cheese and biscuits, beautiful wine and Elton playing the hits, outdoors. A magic night.
Simply beautiful. Like you said, calming, soothing and relaxing. I love Elton John's music. You can tell he was in love when he created the music to this song and his friend Bernie wrote the lyrics. A perfect combination.
❤️ that shirt ☺️. This is a beautiful song and it never gets old. Never heard this live version. He’s the originator of this song- lyrics are written by Bernie Taupin, and Elton John wrote the music.
When Elton sings, he's channeling and adorning the Lyricist. Which, in this case as in most cases, is Bernie Taupin. The sentiment is Bernie's. The musical treatment is Elton's. 'Props' to both Bernie and to Reg. A Timeless recording.
This was Elton's breakout hit. Loved it then, love it still. "I don't have much money, but boy if I did, I'd buy a big house where we both could live." Bernie could write a lyric, eh?
Whoever wrote this song for Elton put it in good hands. He told the story beautifully. I have always loved this song.How could anyone feel down while listening to "Your Song".Thanks for reacting to it.
I love how you said him sitting on the piano singing is peaceful I saw him at a Delaware university, 12th row, 2 1/2 hours just him and a piano and you are so right. He and Bernie Taupin were the best with music and lyric team
@@jasonremy1627 I cant remember, he said it was the first time he ever played in Delaware before someone else drove, all my stuff on storage I cant look at my stub.
This song has saved my ass emotionally many times- it's my 'go to' sit down and play song if i'm ever dealing with something or feeling anything that I am struggling with-it's a part of my dna. I had to play it at a friend's funeral and it damned near broke me. Elton is my favorite - he's my hero. So many hours of my life have been spent listening to him and seeing him in concert. True legend.
“I wonder does he get lost in the moment...he just sees who he’s dedicating this song to.” I think he does. I saw him in concert once. Like you can tell just how deep and personal of a connection he has to each and every song. It was an amazing show. As for where you may have seen this - and I know it’s been answered that he is the original artist - like an awards show or whatever, maybe on an X Factor video? Janet Devlin did an amazing rendition of this on that show many years ago, totally worth checking out.
Elton John is the original artist who created this song! I was about 10 years old when I first heard it and knew it would be my wedding song! Years later IT was our wedding song.. 6 months ago my husband passed.............
1970 his break out HIT that made his career. He wrote this with Bernie Taupin on Elton's mom's kitchen table. it was the "B" side of Take me to the Pilot and the DJ's actually preferred the B side better!
This song makes me cry. One of my dad's favorites and it makes me think of him and I really miss him. My life was definitely made wonderful by him being my dad.
The effortlessness of Elton’s excellence is pretty absurd. Always sounds as good live as he does on studio tracks, if not better. And yet it all seems about as difficult to him as microwaving a bag of popcorn.
Bernie Taupin writes the most beautiful lyrics and together with Elton's piano and voice they become magical. Listen to "Come Down In Time" it's incredible 💜💜
One of the most beautiful songs every written. When I pick up my guitar, this is one of my go-to songs---and have been doing so for decades. Thanks for playing it. BTW--Elton's live version of this song rocks.
This one is Elton's (and his lyricist Bernie Taupin). His first big hit. Just one of many examples of how great he was in his prime. "Grey Seal" studio version is a mind blower, he kills the piano.
Delivering newspapers as a young kid with the Sun-Times and the Tribune and my transistor radio ....couldn't get enough EJ as a kid ... what an album machine Bernie Taupin and Elton were in the early 70's and later ....ohhh to go back to a time of being a kid without government being an intrusion on a kids life ... time couldn't stand still even for the greatest music generation ... Now even the rock idols are passing away ... petty ,bowie ,peart and now Meatloaf .. .and other greats unmentioned ..( hope they KNEW the Lord) ... ah to go back to when it was More Than a Feeling ... Carry on Our Wayward Son(s) ....thx rcl
Yes, Elton wrote this w his partner, Bernie Taupin. I’ve been lucky enough to see Elton live twice, Once at Arco Arena in Sactown, and once at a private corporate party for Genentech employees and their families. He is one of the legendary OGs. 👍🏼
Beautiful beautiful song! The songwriting team of Elton John & Bernie Taupin...just unbeatable! Elton wrote the music...Bernie wrote the words... And yes you're right...listening to him makes you feel peaceful...
So much of Elton's music has deeper meaning for me personally. But this song can take me back to a very specific memory and a certain time in my life. Thanks for all you do to keep great music alive.
Hey, love what you’re doing. FYI, In almost every song performed by Elton John, he wrote the music and Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics. They’ve collaborated for over 40 years. Bernie will write lyrics and present them to Elton who then sits down at the piano and writes music that he thinks expresses the lyrics. I once saw Elton John on stage and a person handed him a book with plays in it. Elton looked over the dialogue in the play and just started making music to go with the dialogue and it was beautiful. Lord Byron once wrote one of favorite lines about music. He wrote: “Music is love in search of a word.” Your Song was a bit hit for Elton John maybe 40-45 years ago.
Oh man you are a blessing. On this crazy insane day that is just about the last straw of this year you come up with this BEAUTIFUL song I have not heard for so long. Lovely.
I got to see Elton John on the side of a ski slope in Ischgl, Austria about 12 years ago. Led off with 'Love Lies Bleeding' which pleased me to no end. Then I went higher to ski. Best concert I've ever been privileged to be part of.....
@@dranet47 I agree with you 100%. Haunting is the only way I can describe it. I just listened to it a couple of hours ago. I never tire of it. I enjoy the entire album, really.
This was Elton's first big hit. Elton always writes the music and Bernie writes the lyrics. The entire Captain Fantastic and The Brown Dirt Cowboy (From the End of the World to Your Town) is their biographical album, meant to be listened to from front to back. His early stuff is his best, in my opinion. When I was 11 or 12, his music FLOODED the radio.. the Elton John album, Don't Shoot Me, I'm Only The Piano Player, Tumbleweed Connection, Honky Chateau, Madman Across The Water are all fine albums. You could spend a month down this rabbit hole. Love your reactions!
I met my husband when we were both in Jr High in 1970, the same year this came out. He played it for me on the guitar and stole my heart. It is still one of our very special songs.
This is the song my dad used to sing to me as a little girl, anytime I hear Elton John singing I think of my father who has long passed away, it is the perfect love song as it encompasses all kinds of love not just love in a romantic sense! I love that you are doing these video reactions and expanding your exposure to great artists such as Sir Elton John! I’m a very eclectic music fan myself and believe great musicians and artist exist across all genres! Good luck on you musical adventures Brother! 😉🫰🏼
I remember exactly where I was when I first heard this song. I was in high school, in my friend's family's kitchen, helping do the dishes so we could take off. It stopped me--I had to stop to listen--and I remember thinking it was the most beautiful and touching songs I'd ever heard. I was 16 yrs. old, and these many years later, I still feel the same way, and have to stop to listen. Thanks, Jamel.
You love the Storytellers, the Balladeers. You have done many, Jackson Browne, Van Morrison, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Gordon Lightfoot, to name a few. Here is a list of others you should check out. Harry Nilsson, who I have been requesting for a few months now, Don McLean, Harry Chapin, Jim Croce, Cat Stevens, Jesse Colin Young, James Taylor, Neil Diamond, Carole King, Danny O'Keefe. That should give you a good start. Share the Love of Music.
This has been used in a ton of things because it’s so frickin good. That’s coming from a 49-yr old punk and hip-hop fan. It’s a universal song. Brilliant.
The movie of John’s life depicts this as Bernie writing the lyrics about a girl he was in love with, but turns out that that was artistic licence and it was literally just a romantic lyric he wrote off the top of his head. Good one though!
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Jamel you have to check out Rocket Man the movie about Elton and how he and his partner wrote this song. He partner gives him some lyrics and Elton leaves the room and writes the music. Even if you just UA-cam that part of the movie. :)
This is a true musical genius along with his writing partner, Bernie Taupin. The movie made it seem like he wrote this for Bernie. They were pretty close but Bernie is straight so it was just a close friendship and songwriting partners.
@@gopmomof2 Thanks all this time i thought otherwise thanks again
You’ve gotta check out the Xmas advert featuring Elton John playing this song, one of the best adverts ever, hits you right in the feels!
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That was a live performance. I lived that era. Platforms wide bells crazy hair. That's pure Elton.
Glad this one wasn't blocked. One of the most beautiful ballads ever written. Thank you once again, brother Jamel, for your reactions 💜
I'm surprised it ain't blocked. Elton Johns team is some of the most the hardcore you can get. I think this is technically a live performance, though I have reservations about that being true.
Umm yes 👍
One of the most simplistic, yet beautiful songs.
Well said :)
Elton made the song and Bernie Taupin the lyrics. I'm from Brazil and this is the song of my life. I was thirteen when I listened it for the first time and I still love it from the bottom of my heart. I am 59 now.
After 50 years, I never tire of hearing that song.
Timeless masterpiece.
dranet When I was very small (probably 3 or 4 years old, around 1972) I’d sit at our little, antiqued yellow coffee table & pretend to be Elton playing the piano, much to my parent’s amusement. I will never get tired of any of those old songs from Honky Chateau, Tumbleweed Connection, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road etc. Anytime I hear old Elton John I always flash back to memories of being back in my old house in the early 70’s.
me neither
Totally agree, one the greatest songs ever written in my opinion
@@susanmaggiora4800 TY! Your story makes me feel happy😁💜
Jamel,I think everyone who watches this channel would dedicate this song to u. U are a wonderful and beautiful person.
Amen to that.
Totally agree. Jamel's been a go-to for me when I've been down this year. So happy he's here sharing great music and his beautiful spirit with us.
Preach Sister! (As Jamel would say.)
I second that emotion!
I agree!
Yes, it's Elton's and Bernies song, I sang this song to my dad when he was dying, I sang and cried. Every time I hear it I think of him. RIP Dad, I love you ❤
Oh, Elizabeth, you made me cry. How beautiful for you to sing this to your Dad ! So sorry that he’s passed. 8 have told my husband for years that I want it played at my funeral.
Wow... what a great daughter you are. Bless you and yours.
Blessings to you sweetie ❤️
Oh, makes me miss my dad ❤️
@@JanS1 Blessings to you too friend ❤️
This can move me to tears, the line about "how wonderful life is, while you're in the world".
Yours are the sweetest eyes I've ever seen.. I'm crying now..
This is Elton’s music and melody and his partner Bernie Taupin lyrics. It was their vet first hit song that broke open Elton’s music career.
Yes, all Elton John and Bernie Taupin!
Did you know they didn't meet in person for decades?
Weeks. Not decades.
I though Crocodile Rock was first.
@@skipbellon4342 Your Song in 1970. Then Friends and Levon in '71. Tiny Dancer, Rocket Man, Honky Cat and then Crocodile Rock in '72. Crocodile Rock was his first number 1 but all these songs, except Friends, got a lot of radio play.
Makes me cry... so sweet... so peaceful, yes... prodigy and angel all in one person
This song when released,, nobody in the world never heard anything like it ever....it's stunning... Bernie Taupin wrote lyrics..Elton wrote music...2 of the greats..
Probably the greatest and most legendary songwriting duo. At least for me.
@@nickavenoso7851 and friends for more than 50.years. Elton thank Bernie for his frienship and support when they won the Oscar.
Bernie was only 18 when he wrote these lyrics.
He was such a young baby when he recorded this! Look at that face! But he sang it with such sincerity.
This is an original Elton/Bernie song, but has been covered often.
including Moulin Rouge which may be the awards show version
I believe lady Gaga sang it to him when he was honored at Kennedy Center
Elton John is timeless! All of it... all of it!
This man can put to music what you can't even put to words.... and make them your own!!!
Yes, this was written by Elton John and his writing partner, Bernie Taupin and released on Elton's 2nd album in 1970
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@@SciFiNut2 you're right, I completely forgot about that album. 👍
@@SciFiNut2 Empty Sky is an awesome, and very underrated album of Elton's.
One of the top writing teams in music ever.
Beautiful, heartfelt song. He’s an artistic genius. Songs like this never get old. They only get better with time ❤️
One day in early 1971, I heard this beautiful song coming from my big brother’s room. Not usually “allowed” in there, I burst through the door begging to borrow the album he was playing, luckily he let me borrow it. Your Song continues to be one of my top ten favorites.
My big brother bought this album, too! And I listened to it over and over in the spring of 1971. I was 12 and had already been "in love". I've been a huge fan of EJ/BT ever since!
This is one of the most beautiful love songs I have ever heard
That smile at the end of the video says it all, Elton knows he nailed this song. I'm not a big fan of slow, mellow songs but I'll listen to this one every time. Jamel you're correct, this song is just so calming and smooth. Levon, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, All The Young Girls Love Alice deserve a listen.
All the Young Girls Love Alice - another favorite. Harmony, Roy Rogers.. almost any song from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road is good.
Have loved Elton John's music for nearly 50 years...never tire of it...
This song became "our song" - when my husband and I first started going together - 45 years ago. So it holds such special feelings for me even now.
This was our wedding song in 1988...
This song put Elton on the map and it never gets old. Stands up today for many reasons. My mother recently passed and she was my champion, inspiration and so much more. We're having a memorial for her and her influence and love for me and I for her leaves me speechless. So, I'm going to play this song. It says it all.
Wonderful song. Never gets old listening to it. That's a masterpiece.
How wonderful life is... thank you, Jamel....it's for people like you that keep it turned on..thanks, Jamel
That's the beauty of this song. Then lyrics are simple, yet eloquent. And yes, it perfectly sums up the feeling of being love for most anyone.
This was Elton's first hit. I remember hearing it on the radio and instantly loving it and him. I had never heard of him before. He was a nobody at the time, which makes the lyrics much more meaningful than coming from a megastar millionaire.
I remember when I heard this on the radio for the first time, the studio version, and I was just captivated by Elton’s voice. I was in 7th or 8th grade, and the musicality, the melodic specialness of his voice and of the song, his beautiful piano playing, and Bernie Taupin’s beautiful lyrics, well, I was hooked on Elton John’s music from then on. Yes, he originated this song. He wrote the music and Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics for all of his early music. He had many many hits and still reigns as one of the greatest singer/songwriter/musicians of the era. He didn’t do many covers, but one good one he did do was Pinball Wizard by The Who.
He has an album called “16 Legendary Covers” that I would highly recommend. None of them made it to the radio, but they are really good. I particularly like his rendition of “Spirit in the Sky.” There is also a live radio performance album Called “11-17-70” with an amazing cover of “Honky Tonk Woman.”
"...how wonderful life is, while you're in the world."
This is THE song that broke Elton into a star. Everything follows from this success. And yes, as lots of people have said, this is an Elton and Bernie original. If you saw the film Moulin Rouge then this is the song that Ewan McGregor songs to Nicole Kidman. The comment about Elton coming home having his bathwater ready is about right.... Bernie Taupin gave him the completed lyrics and then Elton wrote the music. It's how they did it for 25 years.
Stay safe and Keep on Rocking.
Double the 25 years. They’ve been working together over 50. (Since 1967).
They took “breaks” but never split up. ”Lyricist Bernie Taupin on Rocketman's Depiction of His 50-Year Bond With Elton John.” John, 72, and Taupin, 69, won a Golden Globe together for Best Original Song for I'm Gonna Love Me Again, which they wrote for the Elton John biopic Rocketman. While John has won five Emmys, a Golden Globe and several other awards, but this is the first he's shared with Taupin. Sir Elton, along with his musical collaborator Bernie Taupin win the Oscar for 'Best Original Song' for '(I'm Gonna) Love me Again' from 'Rocketman'.Feb 10, 2020
His first big hit, from way back in the early 70's. I've always loved it - so simple and heartfelt. He and Bernie Taupin are an amazing team (Elton writes the music and Bernie writes the lyrics.). They came up with some of the greatest songs ever written, and this one is definitely one of their best.
Yes, this is an original Elton John/Bernie Taupin song. It is an early performance and one of Elton's early hits (circa 1970). This is also a definite live performance. The single sounds very much like it. Ty for reacting to this. I hadn't seen this performance before. I think Elton John does indeed get "lost in the moment" when he plays. He is the consummate professional. 💜
I usually tear up on this song at the beautiful lyrics. I loved your face when he sang “my gift is my song and this one’s for you”. Really shows how beautiful music can touch the soul
Love this song. I was in a very bad place when I was a teenager. Once for Christmas, I received one gift! It was this album, I have loved Elton ever since, music has the power to heal, and bring you back from those dark places!
I can relate, Sheila. Music has been my refuge my whole life. So wonderful to share these great old songs! Peace & be well.
Amen !!
One of the most beautiful songs ever written.
When this song came out, husband and I would sing along with it to each other. Coming up to 45 years married. Elton John, Stevie Wonder,Queen, Rod Stewart, Police, Blondie and Wings are the soundtracks to our lives. Hadn’t heard this in a while. Thank you👩❤️👨
Just beautiful! A timeless classic. Happy memories 💕
Good choice for today - soothing is appreciated! Love this song: one of Elton's earliest hits (yes he and Bernie wrote this one), and the first song I memorized start to finish on the piano when I was 13. Try "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" next. Thanks for listening and sharing!
Peace from SF
Elton John is one of the living legends that I wish I could see in concert. ❤️
One of my favorite songs from Elton John..I love everything he does..
I love that line "If I was a sculptor/but then again no." Its like he had this idea started with the sculping metaphor and then just said 'f that' and left it in anyway. Makes me laugh every time. Thanks!
This is live. He is the original singer. It was in the movie Moulin Rouge where it was sung by Ewan McGregor.
Moulin Rouge is a great movie and one that Jamel should watch now that he has been on his "music journey"
I like the album track better. It captures the vibe better. Imo.
@@k_spats Both versions offer different reasons to love it.
Also a hit in the US for Three Dog Night (not that people remember)
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Elton John said that Ewan McGregor actually did a better job with the song than he did.
There is a really sweet Christmas advertisement for John Lewis that was done in 2018 featuring Elton and this song, going backwards through his career and beginning with the piano he received as a gift when he was a young boy
Elton played at my wedding.....sang this song to. I should clarify, it was an Elton John impersonator.....but he was pretty good.
Did you know that the real Elton John played at Rush Limbaugh's wedding? True fact.
@@ericjahoda2997 so?
@@kitty1376 La, Ti, Do!
@@ericjahoda2997 A beer!
And Elton donated the money he earned to his AIDS Foundation. I'm sure Rush really "loved" that.
Elton is a great singer ,his songs just invite you in.
I needed this today.Helped to relieve some of my stress and anxiety .He just tells the story so clearly, Sometimes the music fades and his voice stands on its own.So talented.
Hey Kids!
I’ve seen him PLAY THAT BEAUTIFUL SONG, in concert!
I will never forget it! ✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻
That’s how we were looking down on him because we got tickets at the last minute when they opened up seating, above and behind the stage!!
So he was really facing the other people, but he was much closer to us! And he kept looking up at us! it was just amazing!
Me too - it was his opening song and I was in tears right from the start !!!!!! He is an amazing showman.
Yep.. I have been fortunate enough to see him about 10 times. I got to see him in Vegas for his Million Dollar Piano gig. I was good, but our seats sucked, which is unusual. We usually get decent seats in Vegas. Sadly, his voice is not what it used to be after he had vocal cord surgery. He cannot hit the high notes anymore.. I still love him, but it's not the same.
@@connieb4372 He's just like the rest of us. He's getting old. Singing, especially at a high level is an athletic workout.
Bernie is a true wordsmith. Combined with Elton's vocal and true mastery of the piano, the music becomes a transporter of emotion. I get "brain movies" playing in my head to such music.
This and Daniel are my favorite Elton songs. Thank you.
Just beautiful…
I remember the first time I heard this in 1970. My roommate brought the album home. I discovered many great artists because of him. Elton was just becoming known.
It made such impression on me. I was 18, just moved from home. I was wishing I had someone to love that much, to play it for.
I’ve heard it 100’s of times over the years.
Never get tired of it.
Now, it makes me sad, because the love of my life passed almost four years ago. Thinking about our memories together.
I’m so glad people are still discovering it. Glad it’s not being forgotten, like so many other wonderful songs.
Thanks Jamel😊
Uh oh, getting closer to don't let the sun go down on me live with Elton John and George Michael. I can feel it lol
Awesome performance!
Love that song!
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Yes!!! Awesome songs!
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Saw this guy at a vineyard. He was paying solo, just him and a piano. My mum got me the tickets for building some retaining walls and gardens to say thankyou. Was one of the best concerts I've been to. Just me and my mum{ I'm 48 she's 74} eating cheese and biscuits, beautiful wine and Elton playing the hits, outdoors. A magic night.
When this song first came out; my forever love gave me the album and dedicated this song to me. He and this song will always remain special
Simply beautiful. Like you said, calming, soothing and relaxing. I love Elton John's music. You can tell he was in love when he created the music to this song and his friend Bernie wrote the lyrics. A perfect combination.
❤️ that shirt ☺️. This is a beautiful song and it never gets old. Never heard this live version. He’s the originator of this song- lyrics are written by Bernie Taupin, and Elton John wrote the music.
My Man, Sir Elton. I’ve seen him in concert three times. I’m 52, grew up in the 70’s and 80’s, and HE is my all time favorite musician.
When Elton sings, he's channeling and adorning the Lyricist. Which, in this case as in most cases, is Bernie Taupin. The sentiment is Bernie's. The musical treatment is Elton's. 'Props' to both Bernie and to Reg. A Timeless recording.
If you call him Reg, he will likely give you a dirty look. That's like calling Freddie Mercury Farouk.
He doesn’t like to be called Reg....His legal name is Elton Hercules John.
Elton John happens to be Sean Lennon's godfather. You can hear Elton John on the piano in John Lennon's 1974 hit Whatever Gets You Through the Night.
Such a wonderfully talented lyricist and musician. Elton is second to none
"Mona Lisas and mad hatters","Levon", and"madman across the water" please please pretty please ☮️
All 3 Amazing...!!!!
Love Mona Lisas & Manhatten!!
Yes to all but “Madman Across the Water” is his magnum opus, in my humble opinion. It’s absolute perfection.
@@allisonreed7682 have you heard Brabdi Carlile's cover of Madman? Nothing short of amazing!
@@candygram4435 I haven’t! In fact, I don’t think I’ve heard anything by her at all. I’m willing to check it out, though!
My favorite by Elton. So simple yet so deep. Simply beautiful.
This song still makes me tear up every time I hear it. It was on Rolling Stone's list of 500 Greatest Songs of all time too.
Giant Elton fan, he's my all-time favorite artist, and this is my favorite Elton song. First Dance at my wedding, its just so lovely.
This was Elton's breakout hit. Loved it then, love it still. "I don't have much money, but boy if I did, I'd buy a big house where we both could live." Bernie could write a lyric, eh?
Whoever wrote this song for Elton put it in good hands.
He told the story beautifully.
I have always loved this song.How could anyone feel down while listening to "Your Song".Thanks for reacting to it.
I love how you said him sitting on the piano singing is peaceful I saw him at a Delaware university, 12th row, 2 1/2 hours just him and a piano and you are so right. He and Bernie Taupin were the best with music and lyric team
Shout out for Delaware 👍😁
The Bob Carpenter Center? I saw many shows there back in the 90s. Go Blue Hens!
@@jasonremy1627 I cant remember, he said it was the first time he ever played in Delaware before someone else drove, all my stuff on storage I cant look at my stub.
There's only one University in Delaware with a venue big enough for Elton John. It would be UD, and it would be the Bob.
This song has saved my ass emotionally many times- it's my 'go to' sit down and play song if i'm ever dealing with something or feeling anything that I am struggling with-it's a part of my dna. I had to play it at a friend's funeral and it damned near broke me. Elton is my favorite - he's my hero. So many hours of my life have been spent listening to him and seeing him in concert. True legend.
“I wonder does he get lost in the moment...he just sees who he’s dedicating this song to.”
I think he does. I saw him in concert once. Like you can tell just how deep and personal of a connection he has to each and every song. It was an amazing show.
As for where you may have seen this - and I know it’s been answered that he is the original artist - like an awards show or whatever, maybe on an X Factor video? Janet Devlin did an amazing rendition of this on that show many years ago, totally worth checking out.
Elton John is the original artist who created this song! I was about 10 years old when I first heard it and knew it would be my wedding song! Years later IT was our wedding song.. 6 months ago my husband passed.............
1970 his break out HIT that made his career. He wrote this with Bernie Taupin on Elton's mom's kitchen table. it was the "B" side of Take me to the Pilot and the DJ's actually preferred the B side better!
This song makes me cry. One of my dad's favorites and it makes me think of him and I really miss him. My life was definitely made wonderful by him being my dad.
The effortlessness of Elton’s excellence is pretty absurd. Always sounds as good live as he does on studio tracks, if not better. And yet it all seems about as difficult to him as microwaving a bag of popcorn.
Bernie Taupin writes the most beautiful lyrics and together with Elton's piano and voice they become magical. Listen to "Come Down In Time" it's incredible 💜💜
This song was my song to my wife.
That’s lovely 😊 🥰☺️😘
Same here!
One of the most beautiful songs every written. When I pick up my guitar, this is one of my go-to songs---and have been doing so for decades. Thanks for playing it. BTW--Elton's live version of this song rocks.
This one is Elton's (and his lyricist Bernie Taupin). His first big hit. Just one of many examples of how great he was in his prime. "Grey Seal" studio version is a mind blower, he kills the piano.
Delivering newspapers as a young kid with the Sun-Times and the Tribune and my transistor radio ....couldn't get enough EJ as a kid ... what an album machine Bernie Taupin and Elton were in the early 70's and later ....ohhh to go back to a time of being a kid without government being an intrusion on a kids life ... time couldn't stand still even for the greatest music generation ...
Now even the rock idols are passing away ... petty ,bowie ,peart and now Meatloaf ..
.and other greats unmentioned ..( hope they KNEW the Lord) ... ah to go back to when it was More Than a Feeling ... Carry on Our Wayward Son(s) ....thx rcl
My favorite Elton song! Love all his 70s music! Saw him in 1982 for a comeback tour. He’s amazing!
Yes, Elton wrote this w his partner, Bernie Taupin. I’ve been lucky enough to see Elton live twice, Once at Arco Arena in Sactown, and once at a private corporate party for Genentech employees and their families. He is one of the legendary OGs. 👍🏼
Beautiful beautiful song! The songwriting team of Elton John & Bernie Taupin...just unbeatable! Elton wrote the music...Bernie wrote the words... And yes you're right...listening to him makes you feel peaceful...
"Burn Down the Mission" is another banger by Elton John..
TUMBLEWEED CONNECTION ...
Fav album of him
Great song on an equally great album!
And another GREAT live performance.
Classic song, classic album.
So much of Elton's music has deeper meaning for me personally. But this song can take me back to a very specific memory and a certain time in my life. Thanks for all you do to keep great music alive.
"Levon", "Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy", and "Mellow"!
I'm just in awe of performers who have the dedication and courage to lay themselves bare for the entire world. It takes mega-strength to do that.
Hey, love what you’re doing.
FYI, In almost every song performed by Elton John, he wrote the music and Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics. They’ve collaborated for over 40 years. Bernie will write lyrics and present them to Elton who then sits down at the piano and writes music that he thinks expresses the lyrics.
I once saw Elton John on stage and a person handed him a book with plays in it. Elton looked over the dialogue in the play and just started making music to go with the dialogue and it was beautiful.
Lord Byron once wrote one of favorite lines about music. He wrote: “Music is love in search of a word.”
Your Song was a bit hit for Elton John maybe 40-45 years ago.
Just an abundance of undeniable raw talent. What a gift.
Whenever I try singing this I get choked up. My hat's off to him for making through this
This is my favorite Elton John song. I never get tired of it. It's the simply the best.
Oh man you are a blessing. On this crazy insane day that is just about the last straw of this year you come up with this BEAUTIFUL song I have not heard for so long. Lovely.
Jamel with think that everyday. How wonderful it is that you're in the world. Our world, thank you.
I’d love to see a top 10 or 20 list of your favourite songs that you’ve discovered doing this. 👍🏻
I got to see Elton John on the side of a ski slope in Ischgl, Austria about 12 years ago. Led off with 'Love Lies Bleeding' which pleased me to no end. Then I went higher to ski. Best concert I've ever been privileged to be part of.....
MAD... MAN...ACROSS...THE...WATER!!!!!
I agree, studio version. Jamel MUST hear the orchestral arrangement of that song. Incredible!
From a european point of view, the mad man across the water might be gone soon
Brandy Carlisle doe a nice job on this one.
@@dranet47 I agree with you 100%. Haunting is the only way I can describe it. I just listened to it a couple of hours ago. I never tire of it. I enjoy the entire album, really.
@@rockinresurrection6542 Feck off, jerk. I've enjoyed PROSPERITY these last 4 years. Worry about your own shit.
This was Elton's first big hit. Elton always writes the music and Bernie writes the lyrics. The entire Captain Fantastic and The Brown Dirt Cowboy (From the End of the World to Your Town) is their biographical album, meant to be listened to from front to back. His early stuff is his best, in my opinion. When I was 11 or 12, his music FLOODED the radio.. the Elton John album, Don't Shoot Me, I'm Only The Piano Player, Tumbleweed Connection, Honky Chateau, Madman Across The Water are all fine albums. You could spend a month down this rabbit hole. Love your reactions!
Love this song and therefore love you!
This is the song that got me started listening to Elton John and still one of my favorites. I watched Elton John perform in Honolulu in 1973.
Jamel...you’ve not heard magic until you hear:
Levon
The Border Song
Madman Across the Water
Excellent choices. ❤💚💜💙💛
I met my husband when we were both in Jr High in 1970, the same year this came out. He played it for me on the guitar and stole my heart. It is still one of our very special songs.
🧡🧡 "My gift is my song.. yeah & this one's for you." 🧡🧡
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This is the song my dad used to sing to me as a little girl, anytime I hear Elton John singing I think of my father who has long passed away, it is the perfect love song as it encompasses all kinds of love not just love in a romantic sense! I love that you are doing these video reactions and expanding your exposure to great artists such as Sir Elton John! I’m a very eclectic music fan myself and believe great musicians and artist exist across all genres! Good luck on you musical adventures Brother! 😉🫰🏼
and today, we need to feel peace
I remember exactly where I was when I first heard this song. I was in high school, in my friend's family's kitchen, helping do the dishes so we could take off. It stopped me--I had to stop to listen--and I remember thinking it was the most beautiful and touching songs I'd ever heard. I was 16 yrs. old, and these many years later, I still feel the same way, and have to stop to listen. Thanks, Jamel.
You love the Storytellers, the Balladeers. You have done many, Jackson Browne, Van Morrison, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Gordon Lightfoot, to name a few. Here is a list of others you should check out. Harry Nilsson, who I have been requesting for a few months now, Don McLean, Harry Chapin, Jim Croce, Cat Stevens, Jesse Colin Young, James Taylor, Neil Diamond, Carole King, Danny O'Keefe. That should give you a good start. Share the Love of Music.
This has been used in a ton of things because it’s so frickin good. That’s coming from a 49-yr old punk and hip-hop fan. It’s a universal song. Brilliant.
The movie of John’s life depicts this as Bernie writing the lyrics about a girl he was in love with, but turns out that that was artistic licence and it was literally just a romantic lyric he wrote off the top of his head. Good one though!