Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me - Roger Daltrey

In 1987, cult film The Lost Boys gave Roger Daltrey a platform to take this Elton John/Bernie Taupin classic and... some say... make it just that tiny touch better!
What do you think?

[@Mark-wx1ho]

This is the best version of this song FACT. Coupled with the fact that this song was part of the Lost Boys.......Bliss. Pure bliss.

[@amberjones5361]

Fact !

[@vince6460]

Absolutely!!

[@TroySchulz]

Totally!

[@Briangibson7825]

Agreed.

[@keithwebb658]

💯

[@Lucky-iy5jf]

Roger Daltrey mastered this song. Nobody else can amount to the way he sings it. He was the man for it. Plus the rich strat sound makes it way better.

[@elsiegallagher9174]

Goerge Michael and Elton John of all people still can't match this guy's song I fkn love it whooooooxxxzzz

[@dscotia]

The reality of the lyrics as sung by Daltrey makes this song an anthem and an affirmation for men, as we are all, LOST BOYS!

[@MrMickyboy52]

The emotion he puts into this is just unreal.

[@aaronhellinger6185]

“I’m growing tired” Gets it done every time

[@helenbryant404]

I never really cared for this song until I heard Roger singing it. So emotional.

[@jpenninkhof6739]

Great song and a great voice.

[@kw271]

I second that sentiment !! The elton john version felt too varnished. I prefer Daltrey's rawness.

[@kingsnake23]

Roger shoulda done a music video for this.

[@michellegreaves7166]

This has always been my favourite version of this song, can't beat Roger Daltrey's vocals on this.

[@sonnydesilva1872]

The vocals the production the orchestration combined perfection

[@TheRakuman]

Daltrey’s voice is perfection in this song!

[@johnregan326]

Roger Daltrey is the best at singing this song 🎵.

[@Craig496]

This cover blows the original away! Love the way Roger belts out "But these cuts I have they need love to help them heal."

[@Frank4future]

Cords of the heart❤

[@DaveDerrick_UK]

Roger is THE person to sing this.

[@MrProfessornutbutter]

NO ONE rocks this song like Roger Daltrey and as an ADDED BONUS, it's featured on the Lost Boys soundtrack!!!!!

[@MrMontythemouse]

This gives me the biggest goosebumps

[@kenlang5268]

Roger nails this masterpiece. What an epic performance. It actually blows away the original.

[@stormwing2614]

I totally agree that Mr Daltrey owns this song and gives his usual passionate and emotional best to the lyrics. And yes, it's on the Lost Boys soundtrack... bliss.

[@alison51ify]

Roger Daltrey was born to sing this song!!!sorry Elton, :) so much emotion....perfection

[@johnpayne6860]

One of my favorite artist and songwriter vocalist, please don't ever forget his name and music!

[@Dude10946]

Best version of this song. Hands down. No one has ever sung this song better and doubt anyone ever will. The voice, the passion, the heartbreak, the angelic background vocals, the horns, the guitar ❤

[@johnr9528]

The best version.

[@stephenhowlett6345]

By far the best version ever.

[@user-xi4of7kg3o]

I swear the WHO is so underrated. I remember skipping school in 7th grade and seeing the afternoon movie and it was The kids are allright! Roger Daltrey was always my fave for a lead vocalist. Real.

[@SecretGerms]

underrated… they’re one of the most well known, acclaimed, successful bands of all time. what on earth are you talking about?

[@ricardolserrano2479]

Timeless.

[@lynnecottam1043]

Morbid I know,but chosen this for my funeral ....love this version 🥰

[@sharkyrider6444]

there was a point in my life where this song from this soundtrack defined me. I lived it for 2500kms on a road trip.

[@kevingill648]

The best version in my opinion! love it

[@budbrigman]

Fave version of this song by a mile.

[@BrettOwen71]

Never heard this before until today. For me, this is and shall always remain, THE definitive version of this song.

[@gavinhelgeson2880]

Brett Owen George Michael, Elton john version is great also, please have it a look.

[@BrettOwen71]

Gavin Helgeson Thanks Gavin. I am well aware of it. When I said I never heard this before I meant I never heard or knew that Roger Daltry had recorded it as well. For me, all due respect to EJ and GM, esp in light of recent events, that version pales in comparison to this. All the best.

[@martinpowell5769]

Can't find this version anywhere to download - just tried spotify, nowhere to be seen. Did Roger ever officially realise it!

[@helenu1182]

That is the absolute best version of that song I have ever heard!

[@grahammayles4386]

Just spot on. Perfection...

[@davidparsons7018]

perfect song the best cover ever

[@lynnmacarthur7848]

Daltery is just Awesome!!! Bravo encore!!!

[@safetydave720]

Roger is magic!

[@lynseypopham]

Best version of this song by miles. From the best ever film 🎥 The Lost Boys.

[@ROCKY-pu1zt]

Absolutely Amazing! best version ever

[@carlapinheiro2346]

Great version

[@steveboyd8994]

Why Roger's version never became a worldwide hit remains a mystery?!

[@RioBow]

Even as a young kid this version has a ethereal quality about it still does

[@egiptomisticokarygatto8486]

Roger is great !!!

[@boreid3432]

God I miss the 80s so much... Google the movie releases of 1987 wow

[@GrindhouseTori]

This version and the one done by Oleta Adams are my absolute favorites of this great, great song! Roger Daltrey's terrific rock raspy voice is magnificent and made for this track!

[@chrono903]

Love her! I was in the gulf war when she put out get here if you can, I think I listened to it daily

[@scottshelton9660]

I actually like all versions because it's a great song Bernie wrote. The live version with George and Elton is my favorite and this version so so close. 🎶 🎵 🪕 🎼 ❤❤❤❤❤

[@denyshernandez505]

Love this version way better. Plus its in the Lost Boys movie soundtrack at the end of the movie.

[@MileyCyrusno1]

I knew this was going to be a brilliant cover when I saw the name Roger Daltrey. I wasn't let down. :)

[@peterkabrna]

Thanks to every reply. I eventually got it and what a bloody pleasure it is 🤗

[@LeeJahn-ih9xu]

If you listen to Roger Daltrey’s album “”Daltrey” you realise the man had such power and it’s truly a masterpiece of an album

[@michielveenhof5766]

Perfect mr Daltrey

[@shebuckley260]

Fantastic version, the very best.

[@DT-zf3jo]

The best version of this song by miles!!

[@matthewneff6920]

Great great great and then some

[@XBbongo]

This still rocks

[@masseffect8297]

I can't light no more of your darkness!!!!!!!!!!

[@deniserb4754]

Best version ever! Daltrey is superb!

[@Sneeb99]

One of the best, love that intro 🙂

[@isacutie]

indeed the best version of this song

[@SweetDennyD]

Roger Daltrey breathed new life into this song. I have always loved it, and by no means do I slight Elton John's solo or duet with George Michael performances. I just wish that I could here more of the guitar playing at the end of this. I cannot get enough of it. Sounds like Eddy Van Halen. (is it?)

[@cmfseattle1780]

Reb Beach (80s band Winger).

[@munkeeboi1982]

Sounds like the solo from Eyes Without a Face...

[@marty-fh1rw]

Brilliant.Thanks.

[@dickvandertoorn5587]

Great One ..Lam ...Love It ...Gr From The Music Lover...Hollanda....Dick...

[@markriley2373]

I love the song. I wish I could sing this song to win back my ex girlfriend/ fiance ' , but it's to late now, haven't heard from her in 5 years since she broke up. If I had it to do all over again, I'd follow this example, sing it to my ex. I just wished I held on tighter. I had everything, a good life & girl. & lost my girl, my life is upside down now, things aren't the same. . But I love this song. Roger Daltrey is superb.

[@wittiza2102]

If things are bad, it can only get better! Hang on!

[@Pappy63]

Dr. Phil

[@kenlang5268]

Actually, it's TOO LATE.

[@lauryliepolito52]

I can't light no more of your darkness All my pictures seem to fade to black and white I'm growing tired and time stands still before me Frozen here on the ladder of my life Too late to stop myself from falling I took a chance and changed your way of life But you misread my meaning when I met you Closed the door and left me blinded by the light Don't let the sun go down on me Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see I'd just allow a fragment of your life to wander free But losing everything is like the sun going down on me I can't find the right romantic line But see me once and see the way I feel Don't discard me just because you think I mean you harm But these cuts I have they need love to help them heal Don't let the sun go down on me Although I search myself, it's always someone else I see I'd just allow a fragment of your life to wander free But losing everything is like the sun going down on me

[@bigsissy33064]

Thank you for the words to this classic.

[@markriley2373]

I love this song & the movie, The lost boys

[@markriley2373]

Thanks 4 sharing. Laurylie. Take care of yourself. Mark

[@deniserb4754]

Thanks for the lyrics!

[@appsy01]

Love it

[@paulnorris6253]

I'm a who fan this is his top recorded vocal just my opinion but I've got big ears I'm a who fan so that's that x love ya roger daltrey

[@suededogs9670]

A brilliant cover by Roger ❤

[@dawnrogers639]

awesome

[@howardlowe7257]

The best !

[@MickRussell-jr5rf]

this version makes me cry for something and i dont know why , thank you roger

[@nikossamantas4797]

The Best Version for this Song 🔝😍

[@madave2]

George and Elton's versions are superb, but Roger's is just tremendous!

[@chriswright6245]

It's a pity Elton and Roger or Roger and George never duetted on this. That would have been truly special

[@woodlandboy999]

Best outro ever

[@johnnelson5536]

A very powerful voice!!!

[@IanMurray-rq4rx]

FACT.. That song brought out Daltrey's voice really strong. Elton & Bernie wrote it i believe. SO.. Look for who else played/made it such a great song. Bliss

[@jimmyjimmy17]

IMHO the best version of this song ..but then im a big fan of the who ..met Roger in 1990 when I drove him to Heathrow airport

[@chriswright6245]

What was he like?

[@solarianick1495]

The guitar solo at the end makes this song phenomenal!

[@TiMiLAKAJohn]

💯 only genius can make this guitar end

[@ramonnicolasgomez1868]

Tremenda version me encanto!!!!

[@graystoke65]

Wow just heard this. What a voice

[@cameronsziva5140]

Lost boys brought me here

[@druchumley4571]

At 5:43, that guitar....

[@DefLeppardVanHalen]

Reb Beach

[@marionczech683]

Roger Daltrey ist der Beste!!!!!

[@glenmiller9123]

Sweet tune. 🙏

[@willieyoung5787]

Just awesome

[@enroutetozion]

Brilliant x

[@mikecoulter6350]

The Lost Boys

[@johnregan326]

Brilliant stuff Roger 🎤👍.

[@TheSoupdragon1968]

Wish he would make us more music..

[@garyhighley9022]

Just watched the Lost Boys for the millionth time...and I realized for the first time who sang this this version. This song was made for Roger. I never really cared for Elton's version, and I'm a huge fan of his.

[@valerieslater1602]

When I'm feeling sentimental...

[@mmbmbmbmb]

Absolute justice done to this marvelous song by Elton John. One might even say this performance surpasses the Original . . .

[@Bethi4WFH]

Equals, but surpass? I don’t think so!,

[@mmbmbmbmb]

Let me agree. It is needless to compare, since both of them are outstanding.

[@Dude10946]

It does surpass the original in every way

[@champcv1]

I love the Who, I love Daltrey's vocals. This is one of, if not my favourite Elton John songs. I would suggest anyone who likes this song to listen to the version by George Michaels.

[@Dude10946]

I’ve heard George Michael’s version but it’s nowhere near as good as this. And I’m a George Michael fan.

[@chriswright6245]

I like both. George was a special singer

[@pteppicsmith1631]

I'm so glad I'm not the only person who thinks this is a much better version than EJ and GM ,on so many levels it leaves everyone else so far behind

[@FairMindedgirl]

Brilliant, all songs on Lost Boys are

[@chubbymunster57]

THE GREATEST VERSION EVER...

[@musicainedita2023]

Sorry por los de Elthon John y George Michael pero para mi esta es la mejor version, quedo PERFECTA

[@heikest2106]

Lass deine Liebe und Vertrauen grösser sein als deine Angst ღ

[@chriseder5006]

One thing about living in Santa Carla I never could stomach, all the damn vampires

[@ursulaneder9907]

What is love

[@grahamfalcon4825]

Lost boys

[@rodeopac]

In Honor of Philip Seymour Hoffman & Family ~ sad

[@dumpling3309]

I frankly think no one beats this one 😂