I'm still amazed you haven't done that amazing duet with George Michael of Elton's hit 'Don't let the Sun go down on me' George is on stage performing one of his best ever performances of the song, when Elton just appears from nowhere and turns it into a duet. The ten thousand George fans' reaction will send chills down your spine. For a live performance it's a masterpiece, one of the best I've ever seen!
@tonyfontinel272
Жыл бұрын
This!!!
@brendalockard1677
Жыл бұрын
Agree!! Awesome duo!!
@kelly9876
Жыл бұрын
agree - and perhaps RocketMan for the next movie night
@brendaedwards6741
Жыл бұрын
@@kelly9876 I was just thinking the same!
@susieterry2624
Жыл бұрын
I could not agree more. That duet gives me chills just thinking about it!
@bradsullivan2495
Жыл бұрын
"Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding"--his 11-minute masterpiece that changes direction over and over. A must-listen.
@paulrogers4483
Жыл бұрын
Been suggesting it for over a year lol You're quite correct it's absolutely his finest work, his masterpiece.
@gregbriggs7484
Жыл бұрын
The tambourine player tries to steal the show in the classic live version.
@johnscheunemann5630
Жыл бұрын
Definitely his best. Need to listen to it.
@colemitchell228
Жыл бұрын
This...☝️
@pettypedroakalsthecat
Жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly. Masterpiece isn't overstating it at all, one of my all-time favorites.
@jacqueline4514
Жыл бұрын
This is one of Elton’s most moving songs. PLEASE do “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” if you haven’t already. That sounds lazy of me; I’ll do a search 😂
@anthonyfoster6742
Жыл бұрын
Yes, Yes, the ultimate masterpiece of all the great songs of Elton!
@Shrykespeare
Жыл бұрын
They haven't done it yet. I've been requesting it as well.
@marinergal2810
Жыл бұрын
🤣
@pattiebraymanskelly954
Жыл бұрын
My favorite
@gregwatson3300
Жыл бұрын
I second that.
@centuryrox
Жыл бұрын
Jay & Amber - Didn't I have the best songs to grow up with? Between the hard rock of Zeppelin and Sabbath, to the soft sounds of Elton, the 70s were one heck of a time to be alive!
@nickiepresley2108
Жыл бұрын
Amen!
@josephvalenzuela311
Жыл бұрын
Beeracuda Well said. Facts. So many memories of that time. Thank You.
@ColleenCupido
6 ай бұрын
Cute remark heard once about 1960s, that if you remembered it...then you weren't there
@NYSESTRA
10 күн бұрын
To be alive in the 70s listening to this, it never ages it’s completely timeless.
@26shedan
Жыл бұрын
I am 63 and Elton John's music has been a thread of my whole life.
@hippielady123
Жыл бұрын
So am I. Hi there
@roberormonde
3 ай бұрын
God gave him an amazing voice
@queenrosered
Жыл бұрын
Elton's songs are so great because he wrote the music, while his working partner, Bernie Taupin, wrote the lyrics. 😉 👍A winning combination for decades!
@JAMESMOORE-gq4vv
6 ай бұрын
Elton interpreted them too.
@algoner4421
Жыл бұрын
For me this story sums up Elton John. Nearly 15 years ago, I was speaking to my then girlfriend about music. She was 27 years old, and I was 10 years older, she liked Slipknot, Incubus, Chili Peppers, etc. mostly those kinds of bands. I typically liked classic such as zep, etc. We were discussing other artists and we were comparing tastes, etc. I asked if she like elton john, her reply was "duh, it's elton john". Side note: Fast forward to 2019, she was my wife, and mother of out 6 year old daughter and soon to be to our 2nd baby girl. We watched rocket mam. Turns out it would basically be the last movie we would sit down and plan to watch together. She passed away in Feb of 2020, a little over 2 months after giving birth to our baby. Elton John just transcends above any "box", he appeals to all walks of life, ages, class, and sexual orientation. He is certainly one of a kind.
@Head-ck4hu
Жыл бұрын
Bernie Taupin is one of the greatest poets of my generation.
@joemondello4312
Жыл бұрын
absolutely!
@tracygahagan1872
Жыл бұрын
I agree!
@godcandy108
Жыл бұрын
Elton's homage to John Lennon, Empty Garden, is another beautiful, sad song. One of his most emotive.
@surlechapeau
Жыл бұрын
Jay & Amber, you'll love his "Philadelphia Freedom", "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding", and "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me"!!!! Don't let the title scare you off on the second one, starts off slow, then its a banger! FYI, Billy Joel and Elton John did 21 concerts together July 8, 1994 to August 21, 1994! The "Face To Face" tour.
@ECKSTEE
Жыл бұрын
Someone Saved My Life. Phenomenal lyrics!
@elainebeioley4636
Жыл бұрын
Philadelphia freedom is my favourite EJ song ❤️
@danodell270
Жыл бұрын
100% agree on “Funeral for a Friend.” It’s an amazing piece of music. Know going in that it’s over 11 minutes long, but it’s so good.
@paulrogers4483
Жыл бұрын
I'll very much second Funeral/love lies. It is by far Elton's finest work. A true masterpiece.
@brendalockard1677
Жыл бұрын
My husband and I attended one of these concerts in Louisville at Freedom Hall! Loved all the incredible music!!
@meriannestoneback7436
11 ай бұрын
One of the saddest songs ever written sung so emotionally. Such brilliant music Elton wrote to Bernie's lyrics.
@Ocrilat
Жыл бұрын
He sings so sincerely...like he is telling a real story.
@TheNotedHero
Жыл бұрын
Damn, Elton John and Billy Joel on the same day. Talk about smashing out some legends!
@heidibrown342
Жыл бұрын
SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT. One of his very best
@topgazza
Жыл бұрын
Bernie Taupin who wrote all his lyrics deserves equal billing. Together they were so, so perfect.What a team
@1177kc
Жыл бұрын
I’d forgotten how incredibly, achingly beautiful and haunting this song is. Thanks for reminding me.
@jocelynhaeberle1401
Жыл бұрын
I will forever remember the first time I heard this song. It broke my heart. Absolutely gutted me. It still makes me cry, every time I listen to it. What a gift Elton and Bernie gave to us with this one. ❤💔
@ColoradoGrami
Жыл бұрын
Me too
@craigdoriety9798
Жыл бұрын
I was 16 when this came out. Being a teenager in the 70s was pretty special. I believe music like this helped to form who I am today.
@marybaillie8907
Жыл бұрын
Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics first and Elton wrote the music later. A heart wretching tale about a relationship that is falling apart. Grabbing at your emotions to take you through the pain that is felt when you know your relationship is over, but then coming to face the end has come. 😭😭 A beautiful song with such emotional instuments, the violins and Elton's voice joining together to break your heart. Great reaction. Buckets of Maple Syrup love from Canada ❤️ ❤️ 🇨🇦🇨🇦
@angelbulldog4934
Жыл бұрын
Bernie was the goods.
@MarlonDeNiro
Жыл бұрын
This is their only song where Elton wrote the medley first and it inspired Bernie’s lyrics.
@patrickallen5781
6 ай бұрын
When I was young, I heard Yellow Brick Road and was amazed at his talent. He went on to have countless hits and many fans.
@comicdave1962
Жыл бұрын
I was born in the 1960s and grew up in the 1970s listening to Elton John, so his songs from this period will always hold a special place in my heart. If you want some suggestions for your next EJ reaction try Border Song, Take Me To The Pilot, Levon, Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me, Funeral For a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding(The 1st half of the song(s) is all instrumental, but very cool to listen to), Someone Saved My Life Tonight, Philadelphia Freedom, Island Girl, The Bitch is Back.
@alexandervasel6845
Жыл бұрын
Oooh I forgot Island Girl. That's another great song!!!! Nice catch (◍•ᴗ•◍)❤
@josephvalenzuela311
Жыл бұрын
@@alexandervasel6845 Classic song of his.
@treywhite4186
Жыл бұрын
My all-time favorite Elton song - got me through SO many rough times.
There was a time when this song played on the radio all the time.
@dieseldogg8004
Жыл бұрын
The music world struck gold when Elton John met lyricist Bernie. Solid gold!
@lloyd67lp
Жыл бұрын
My ex wife and I saw him in concert 8 times. Every one of his concerts were wonderful.
@stevenblock9712
Жыл бұрын
Someone Saved My Life Tonight, Philadelphia Freedom, Can You Feel the Love Tonight, and The Circle of Life (the last two from the original and best 1994 version of Lion King) are the Elton hits you have yet to do.
@leemcintyre9490
Жыл бұрын
Sir Elton John!! Creating Beautiful, Heartfelt Music 🎶 Since The Late 60's! 🎹
@user-or1ye3iz6d
Жыл бұрын
My favorite version of this song is live in Melbourne with the symphony orchestra 🙌 If you haven't heard that version yet, PLEASE go savor it. It's incredible!
@BillGraper
Жыл бұрын
I'm going right now. I love slow orchestral music!!! I can't wait. 😎
@davidrold9770
Жыл бұрын
That whole show is incredible. I listen to that a lot. There's some great songs on there that you wouldn't expect him to do live, but they where perfect songs to do with the orchestra. Sixty Years On, Have Mercy On the Criminal, The King Must Die, The Greatest Discovery, Madman Across The Water, to name a few, all fantastic.
@bethwodephotography
Жыл бұрын
I just went and watched it - WOW!
@angelbulldog4934
Жыл бұрын
I just made almost the same comment! That was unbelievable, wasn't it?
@user-or1ye3iz6d
Жыл бұрын
@@davidrold9770 agreed that entire concert was EXCELLENT!! Goosebumps!!!
@doctormusic7244
Жыл бұрын
The shades are a keeper! Gotta check out Elton John’s “Someone Saved My Life Tonight.” One of his VERY best! The Rob Squad viewing audience knows their music. Jay & Amber, THANK YOU for taking us on this musical journey. So much fun!
@flubblert
Жыл бұрын
"Someone Saved My Life Tonight" is a minor Elton John masterpiece. Check it out!
@jrhaughey2481
Жыл бұрын
Elton is truly one of the best, growing up it seems he always had a new hit constantly on the radio, so many hits. I know you two love his music and you love John Lennon. They were good friends and when John was killed Elton wrote "Empty garden", such a beautiful song I know you two will love, he rarely played it live because it because Johns loss hurt so much to him. Please give it a try
@tinagoff3573
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite Elton songs is Empty Garden about the loss of John Lennon. It’s not widely played but is Amazing!!! You need a day to just listen to Elton’s songs!!! He has sooo many hits!
@davidphillips4476
Жыл бұрын
Better n better n better, that's Elton. Lyrical genius Bernie Taupin combined with musical melodic genius Elton = massive hits for 6 decades.
@Carlyn88413
Жыл бұрын
The movie Rocketman really helped rekindle my love of Elton. It also was a love song in its own right to Elton and Bernie’s relationship.
@jimtruby2279
Жыл бұрын
I remember listening to this song I still remember I was 9 years old one of the greatest songs I've ever heard I am 53 years old now Elton John is always one of my favorites
@JeannieBeanie
Жыл бұрын
Love Elton's beautiful "The Last Song"
@neillschwartz3418
Жыл бұрын
This is such a “gorgeous” song. When my daughter and I went to see him at The Forum - we cried together.
@williamfox1203
Жыл бұрын
Elton also had a UKnumber 1 with this song in a collab with British boy band Blue
@ECKSTEE
Жыл бұрын
Elton John was my first concert. Loved him then, love him now!!
@joshsmith302
Жыл бұрын
It's a shame he is doing a farewell tour. 😔😪
@donnagonatas3155
Жыл бұрын
My first concert too! 1976 his bicentennial tour.
@ECKSTEE
Жыл бұрын
@@donnagonatas3155 1989 for me, Donna.
@user-ef1ly4st9t
2 ай бұрын
There are few like Elton, you can go 50-60 deep into his catalog and it is still hits and amazing songs.
@islandgreenstrong
Жыл бұрын
Elton's song "Philadelphia Freedom" from 1975 is my favorite for so many perfect reasons...you gotta hear it!!
@ChandraLeigh
Жыл бұрын
This song is so sad, but always one of my faves by Elton. Next one you should listen to by Elton is “The Last Song”…. written in memory of Ryan White, who was the young kid who contracted AIDS through blood transfusion in the early days when people were becoming aware of the virus. It’s a sad, but beautiful tribute.🦋✌🏼💛
@Adam-bp7kw
Жыл бұрын
They will probably never get to it because it wasn’t a hit but it is the one song that always makes me cry
@BillGraper
Жыл бұрын
One of my requests! This is one of his greatest songs, and that's saying a lot!!! I love the emotion he puts into his vocals. You can see it in the video.
@barrytaylor6565
Жыл бұрын
Elton John is the sound track of many lives mine included, from the early stuff thru till now, he can convey so may emotions, and his voice is so emotive that it hits the heart, I'm 68, 6ft4ins and over 200lbs but trust me his songs bring a tear to my eye. What a Star !
@bjmauk5241
Жыл бұрын
You need to hear this song with Elton John live with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Simply outstanding!
@janethernandez724
Жыл бұрын
👏👏👏👏 Jay that sequined baseball outfit Elton John wore was back in 1975 when he first performed live at Dodger Stadium! We just saw him perform live at Dodger Stadium this past Saturday night and it was phenomenal, fantastic and we all sang along with the songs! Just so you know many fans at the concert purchased and wore that retro baseball costume amongst other costumes that night! It was a wonderful and memorable night too! Yes, Bernie Taupin is such a wonderful song writer. Enjoyed your reaction to this lovely song! ☮💕
@kimhubbard826
Жыл бұрын
You're right, and you have just scratched the surface of Elton's music. Keep digging, he has many layers.
@edwardcrews2952
Жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh. Love Sir Elton.
@michaellynch9550
Жыл бұрын
He is just perfection
@SharonDoucette
Жыл бұрын
❤❤Another song from the soundtrack of my childhood.
@joemachine4714
Жыл бұрын
After such melancholy I recommend you react to Elton's hit "Little Jeannie" it's uplifting
@sylvialang8020
Жыл бұрын
Bernie Tupin's words along with Elton's music and voice. Both are at their best together
@wrldchamps04
Жыл бұрын
He's a true legend, for a reason....
@ColoradoGrami
Жыл бұрын
This song still makes me cry, even today. Not sure why, but it's automatic tears. 💞
@waynegillham6894
Жыл бұрын
As you love moving and thought provoking songs, none more emotional than Empty Garden. RIP Mr. Lennon.
@gs8191
Жыл бұрын
Would you like to hear Elton sing with John Lennon. John asked Elton to join him on his 1974 single "Whatever Gets You Through the Night." Think you'll like the harmonies.
@labratamber
Жыл бұрын
I saw him twice in concert, he doesn't disappoint. Yall need to go see him on this hid last tpur!!!
@violettompkins206
Жыл бұрын
Oh yeah! Love, love Elton John. ✌❤🎶
@blackkatt777
Жыл бұрын
ELTON JOHN'S song I'M STILL STANDING is my favorite song and also an anthem for those who have persevered through things. SAD SONGS and NO SACRIFICE are two more great hits from him.
@darranbewick5292
Жыл бұрын
One of my favourites by him though he does have so many to choose from.
@jay-bt2lu
Жыл бұрын
the partnership of elton and bernie taupin is second to none. for sir elton to basically interpret everything bernie puts on paper to musical brilliance is a rare partnership. the height of elton was bernies words...not saying that one outshines the other because thats impossible. this is my favourite elton song by far!!
@samueller58
Жыл бұрын
Another great song from Elton John is "Hey Hey Johnny (Empty Garden)" is Elton's tribute to his friend John Lennon when he passed
@wladislawponiatowski8565
Жыл бұрын
This song was another one possibility to dance a girl in my 1990s school years. Great!
@kellykonoske91
Жыл бұрын
What a team was Elton, and the genius writing of Bernie Taupin!
@miguelbotelho2613
Жыл бұрын
Well I’m so glad and blessed to have grown up during the 1970s and 80s , though I was just a kid then but everyone was into this great music . Glad you guys are keeping these songs alive.
@fionnmaccumhaill3257
Жыл бұрын
I love the duet he did with Ray Charles of this song!
@brentcox7772
Жыл бұрын
Sir Elton is awesome!! “Levon” still my favorite!!🤘🔥
@scotmorgan6191
Жыл бұрын
I saw him live in '94 with Billy Joel and again this past july and literally got a tear in my eye both times when he does this song.
@1320wolf
Жыл бұрын
Crazy you mentioned Elton at Dodger Stadium. I saw a photo of him at that concert that a customer had prominently displayed in their home.
@RastaSaiyaman
Жыл бұрын
This song was covered by Ray Charles on what turned out to be his final recording. Elton was there as this was a duet. Elton said that Ray was astonishing and laser focussed. Even so close to death, the man could still bring it. The session ended when Ray told Elton that he wasn't feeling very well. He walked out of the studio and never returned. If you DO end up reacting to that version, keep napkins nearby, because you won't be able to keep your eyes dry.
@wpl8275
5 ай бұрын
To me Elton is one of the greatest composers of music in the last 100 years mixed with one of the greatest voices of the last 100 years.
@mikewarker4445
Жыл бұрын
Got another great old Elton song that you will love. The Greatest Discovery. You have kids you ll love it
@tompotter7568
Жыл бұрын
As Jacqueline says, please do "Someone Saved My Life Tonight" which is from the album "Captain Fantastic"! Since Amber referred to Elton as "fantastic:" it would only be appropriate. Then do his tribute to John Lennon, "Empty Garden". 😁
@Bucketbothead007
Жыл бұрын
Love this song. Elton's performance of this song from September 17, 1976 at the Playhouse Theatre in Edinburgh, Scotland is my favorite live version.
@bradleyrogers8073
Жыл бұрын
Love the glasses but as Amber says, WHATEVER. Elton is so flamboyant and it's perfect for him.
@tjmeyer4469
Жыл бұрын
I just saw him in Vegas 3 weeks ago. Still puts on an amazing show.
@lisamartonegomez9812
Жыл бұрын
Saw Elton tour this past summer and it was a bucket list for me. I’m 56 and grow up with him and when I listen to him it gives me chills. I can so relate to his feelings in the words.❤️🕊💯
@pamelaesparza1586
Жыл бұрын
Oh my absolute favorite ❤️❤️ ❤️
@centuryrox
Жыл бұрын
I couldn't click on this video fast enough!
@allendesalme197
Жыл бұрын
And he was so funny about the singing - he said he would sing because no one else was so he just did it. And what an iconic voice!
@sagitt1856
Жыл бұрын
ELTON JOHN was the great composer of the music for his songs... but he also owes his success to the beauty of their lyrics. However, it was BERNIE TAUPIN who was the lyricist for the texts of the majority of his great successes, including: Your Song (1970), Tiny Dancer (1971), Rocket Man (1972), Candle in the Wind (1973 / 1997) , Bennie and the Jets (1973), Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (1973), Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me (1974), Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word (1976), Don't Go Breaking My Heart ( 1976, duet with Kiki Dee), I'm Still Standing (1983), Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues (1983), Nikita (1985), Sacrifice (1989) and The one (1992). Thanks to you two.
@mariaassante620
Жыл бұрын
My favorite Elton John songs are “Mona Lisas & Mad Hatters” and “All the girls love Alice”
@summerharmon2020
Жыл бұрын
One of my many favorites! His older catalog, absolutely amazing!
@joyglasspool7493
Жыл бұрын
This is my favourite Elton John song. 'No Sacrifice' possibly being next in line. Thank you both.
@diane-
Жыл бұрын
Nobody quite like Elton. 💞
@laurogarza4953
Жыл бұрын
Y'all may be surprised to learn that Elton is a huge country music fan. He related his admiration for the late great "Gentleman" Jim Reeves to whom he, Elton, listened in his youth. He has spoken of his appreciation many more times.
@Mistykins79
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite Elton songs, so beautiful. I highly recommend "Empty Garden" a song he wrote about his good friend John Lennon's murder also a sad beautiful song.
@Jagangela
Жыл бұрын
That is one of my favorite along with: I'm Still Standing, Can You Feel The Love Tonight and The One.
@robertg7396
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite Elton songs!!!
@Ncxgroup
Жыл бұрын
I've seen Elton 4 or 5 times in my life, starting in Dallas, Tx, at Moody Coliseum in 1979. Moody is on the grounds of SMU and holds less than 8,000 people. My High School Graduation was held there. It was Elton's single-man tour in 1979. the two-hour show, just Elton and his Piano for the first hour. In the second hour, he added his percussionist Ray Cooper. I sat in the 11th row for the show. It was amazing. Played almost everything up to that point in his catalog. My friend who I went with to the show at Moody Coliseum just saw Elton at Dodger Stadium twice this last week.
@Maydoggie
Жыл бұрын
I know for 100% certain that you two would LOVE "Harmony" by Elton.
@SCVIndy
Жыл бұрын
One if the greatest artist of all time .. his collaboration w Bernie Taupin remarkable .. their double LP Goodbye Yellow Brick iconic
@iantreefellow
Жыл бұрын
One of Eltons finest, often sidelined by other mega hits, but great composition, beautiful piano, and magical voice carry some very special words. Oh to be that 1970s teenager again, going through heartbreak listening to this.
@iantreefellow
Жыл бұрын
Ed for spelling mistake
@geoffthomas3238
Жыл бұрын
Had the great pleasure to attend the first of last weekends three shows at Dodger stadium and it was an awesome show. Sort of bookends for me as I was at his first Dodger stadium show as a 10 year old back in 1975 and as others have mentioned his music has been like a soundtrack of my life. What a thrill to spend this last show with my wife and 21 year old daughter and 19 year old son who sang along just a loud as I did another generation enjoying the magic that is Sir Elton John. Most remarkable was that of his 5piece band that night three, guitarist Davey Johnstone, percussionist Ray Cooper, and drummer Nigel Olson had all been playing with Elton on records and live since the early 1970s. Truly a night to remember and a career to celebrate.
@empmaximus1
Жыл бұрын
Elton John is a stand-alone artist. So unique!
@Freddiefoxisthebest
4 ай бұрын
Burn down the mission - Elton John It’s an amazing song!
@chrisoakley5830
Жыл бұрын
This one doesn't seem to get remembered as much as some of his other hits but it's one of my favorites, such a great song.
@angelbulldog4934
Жыл бұрын
Despite all the music Elton has made and all the albums he's released, the first one, "Tumbleweed Connection", (1970), is probably still my favorite. He became more jaded and more bedazzled as time went on, and I like the Innocence and purity of the first one. Beyond that first album, this is truly one of the best things he ever did. You should hear it done with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Chills!
@wsb906
Жыл бұрын
Elton John: 'The Last Song', particularly his performance at the Greek Theater. Per Elton John: "I was crying all the time as I wrote the music."
@JOSEMunoz-tc5rq
Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you're doing my favorite song from Elton John this came out back in 1976 when I was 13 years old it still sounds as good today as it did back then lot of good memories
@thepowersproject8659
Жыл бұрын
Out of all his hits this is my favorite of all his songs!
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