First Time Hearing Elton John - Rocket Man Reaction

[@THEPATRIOT1000]

please listen to the original recording, with his young voice

[@chasfaulkner2548]

You will find it on the Yellow Brick Road album.

[@Charlesofoldremond66718]

@@chasfaulkner2548Honkey Château actually.

[@Rosiepooh75]

Do yourself a favour, for your own joy, please look for the 1970s live version, Elton does amazing things with this vocally there... This is nowhere near as good, although Elton is never bad...

[@karenbriscoe6060]

You are so correct.

[@BOOMNERD51]

His voice is rougher with age, listen to his early versions!

[@patriciafrancisco6648]

I totally agree this song was so much better the live version and he was younger and it just you would really liked it more I think then this is sort of sad to hear for me because rocket Man was a very important song to me, but mumble muzzled he's the one that wrote the song for Diana after she died,

[@patrickhenry4675]

He always seems to pick the worst live version possible. On Hey Jude for example, the Beatles had their own live version, so he could have heard it at its prime. He had no clue Paul was a Beatle, so that hurt him in his search for the best version. Also, he continues to not understand metaphor and takes every line sung at face value, like a bar in a rap song, without thinking about its context within the whole song.

[@timm7071]

@Patrick Henry Doing a bit of research on Elton would have been a good idea. "I'm gonna be high as a kite by then." ... Yes. Yes he will. And that's essentially the context of the song from there. Understanding just how wild Elton was in his youth would have helped greatly.

[@blopblop7311]

This is one of those situations where the studio version or a younger live performance is 1000 times better

[@bullwinklessprinkles4727]

My favorite Elton John song no question "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" Makes me think back to the day I enlisted in the Army 😏 also "Your Song" & "Daniel" great too!

[@peterhormell1511]

If you like “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”, you absolutely HAVE to check out Angelina Jordan’s cover if it. Don’t expect anything like Elton’s version... she ALWAYS makes songs that she covers her own. She will be THE VOICE on everyone’s lips in the not-too-distant future, Mark my words. MrLBoyd did a reaction to her cover and found it flawless. 👍😉 Check it out: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/aomyfqahnLNrrZY

[@Dr_KAP]

Burn down the mission, Philadelphia freedom, Skyline pigeon- the best

[@blopblop7311]

You need to hear his voice in his prime man, one of the best vocalists all time. Unfortunately he’s getting old as do we all

[@ScientificallyStupid]

I just feel we're lucky to still have him around at all.

[@graysonjd5624]

I’d pay money to hear you read books, any kind, but history or science fiction would be beyond rad. Last edit: poetry too, I bet other people would agree!

[@chaoticoldbore]

I had a look at his patreon and one of the levels offers this. You choose 5 min or so I think but no cursing or slurs (which is understandable)

[@amylowery1829]

Agreed!

[@chelankaufman9705]

You have a big market for this I would imagine.

[@13terapyn]

Right again. His vocal abilities have diminished but no matter. Sir Elton is still friggin' amazing

[@bawrukid8734]

i really think if he is going to listen to some of these really old bands he needs to listen to their performance from back then to see the hype

[@volo1826]

I mean, considering he survived throat cancer, I'd say he still songs amazing.

[@rapturebound10]

Elton John and Em performed Stan live on MTV Awards. Definitely worth checking out.

[@ScientificallyStupid]

His voice has changed as he ages but his incredible musical talent has never diminished.

[@jodybrackett7611]

Bless you. "Saturday is Alright For Fighting"live anytime in the 70's

[@TheUnderwaterJones]

Sooooo many songs... Daniel, Crocodile Rock, Someone Saved My Life, Goodbye Yellowbrick Road, Honky Cat, Sad Songs, Something About the Way You Look Tonight... I'm probably forgetting 20 or so. Lol.

[@Usernamenottaken2k]

Guys.. The man says it often enough. He will listen to more versions right after. KZbin isn't what it used to be either. Now we can't have nice things and we can't react to original album music.

[@downhearted40]

Best concert I've ever been to. Sir Elton.

[@SparkimusPrime]

Love Elton John 🖤 I saw him preform Tiny Dancer live and totally cried lol

[@Dr_KAP]

When EJ plays live, you can always expect a surprise in his arrangements- it’s how he showcases his genius as a pianist- he improvises his classic melodies and every live version is different from the last. He’s a crowd pleaser for sure

[@karenhallrodriguez9205]

He first sing this song when I was in High School and in 2 days I'll be 60 years old. So you need to go back and listen to the 80's version when Elton was younger!

[@daveswaney1]

You HAVE to find live versions from earlier in these careers. It's not a disgrace, he just can't do it like he could 20 years earlier. Almost no one can at that age.

[@jesuisvie]

You really need to listen to Bennie and the Jets by him... one of the best

[@chyname]

Yes

[@SavdbyJesusChrist]

Also Tiny Dancer

[@dakotasequin5984]

A lot of the older bands gotta react to them much younger because they beat their voices to hell for 40 years lol still great but massively different

[@impossiblyindecisive]

If you want to continue with his work I would suggest "tiny dancer" and "don't let the sun go down on me."

[@benny7451]

the genuine joy on ur face was cool to see throughout this reaction

[@margiemcpeak9304]

"Daniel" is one of my very favorite Elton John hits! I do prefer his music recorded when he was a younger man, tho!

[@reverendstumpy9676]

Would like to hear your thoughts on the studio version of songs after your first reaction as well. Did it get better for you? Did it answer questions you had? Did he really get high as a kite? We Must Know!!!

[@TheUnderwaterJones]

First! And since I'm here, I'll recommend Tiny Dancer. Love your channel, most reaction videos are amateur hour. You are legit.

[@LynetteP150]

This is Elton post-vocal cord surgery, which effected his range quite a bit. But still Elton and to me it just lets that piano mastery shine

[@BOOMNERD51]

Great reaction ad treat yourself to the young Elton voice.

[@kkyankee13NY]

Elton John was a great musian and performer His lyiricist Birrnie Taupin wrote the lyrics and Elton put them to music Check out his song ^Your Song^

[@pieteruys8961]

All his songs is great. My favourites of all time is Nikita, daniel and your song.

[@sirluke7]

The idea of seeing Elton live, (as I have done 7 times over the last 40 years), is to watch his improvising. I go to a concert to be entertained, If it's a duplicate of the album/cd, then I could stay home and listen to it, irrespective of who the artist is. For other live versions of Rocket Man, check out his version from the Ephesus concert.... my favorite, and in the early 70's live. Many have commented on his voice... people must remember his throat cancer of years ago, which Elton called a blessing as it gave him a deeper tone. Many times I have heard in just the past few years he feels vocally he is where he wished he could have started. Seems many here disagree... but I have only been to two less than outstanding Elton concerts before so... no complaints here.

[@jayyzus5618]

You gotta check out Tiny Dancer by Elton, it’s one of my favs of all time. But you gotta listen to him in his prime.

[@jessicajones657]

The piano is close to the same, it's his vocals. The original was decades ago so his voice and emotions has changed. I love the song because it's about his struggle being Sir Elton John the star and Elton back at home with normal family issues.

[@mikeparkes7922]

Such a pale (50-ish years later) version compared to the original/worldwide hit.

[@jadacaron269]

His live version when he was younger is better vocally,he hit notes in the original song that he cant now

[@tpadgett2]

Must also listen to the original recording. The perfection of his voice on that track cannot be overstated. Same goes for Tiny Dancer.

[@daviddavid6631]

Not really a big Elton John fan but got to give credit where it is due he's a legend that have inspired many artists including Eminem if you watch the mtv music awards version of Stan they did the song together and it was amazing.

[@janetfradella2935]

I enjoy your reactions and commentary

[@AnnaMariaWolf]

The movie of his life is so good...

[@killachaos1208]

Lots of people would like to see your reaction to studio versions of these amazing songs. Keep seeing your first reaction to a great song with a ok performance. It's somewhat disappointing.

[@esteban280889]

In the 70s he was notorious partier. Fortunately he got clean before he OD like so many of era. It's a shame you didn't do a video of him a bit younger. Voices isn't quite what it once was. Elton John - Funeral for a friend. A master piece you NEED to check out

[@ritamccartt-kordon283]

I agree with Rose Z. Listen to the 1972 Festival he does some really good things with his voice. He is much older in this version and his voice can't seem to do what he did then.

[@RebelCityEejit]

I always assumed the concept of space was used as a metaphor for work, and that work takes him away from his wife and children more often than he would like

[@maxmacdonald7174]

Sadly Elton John has gotten old and is not as sharp as he once was.

[@tjswan4628]

I like you Sir... You seem to be a very intelligent gentleman

[@cateiya95]

My husband's gamer tag is rocketman because he loves this song 😂

[@shawnleaf6566]

I would love to hear from you after studio versions of the songs, your comparisons and takes..

[@davidtullis2810]

He was a child prodigy he started playing the piano at age 3

[@sabrinakay4100]

Elton John did an interview on the Graham Norton show that you should definitely check out for yourself. He said Eminem had gotten Elton and his husband matching diamond encrusted C**ck rings for their wedding gift

[@warrenstrong4618]

His voice is shot in this, check out the 1973 version

[@jeffhilton2670]

You might get a laugh out of William Shatner singing this song. Especially now that he just got back from space.

[@edschultheis9537]

The "Rocket Man" chorus became somewhat popular 2-3 years ago as Donald Trump was negotiating with communist North Korean dictator "Dear Leader" Kim Jong-un over eliminating his development of rockets with nuclear weapons attached. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kim_Jong-un "Rocket Man" became Kim Jong Un's nickname. That is why you may have recognized part of this song.

[@srl3489]

Rocket Man is from the heyday of Elton John & Bernie Taupin creations. EJ provided the music BT the lyrics. And to think Elton was only singing because they couldn't find a singer to create a demo tape that would go out to a lot of different folks, just trying to get a job as songwriters... Imagine if someone would have done it for them...?!?! AND Before you go look for a studio version of Rocket Man try this version kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKSuooCEedSFatE IMHO tis the best version of Rocket Man! And it's LIVE

[@76006linda]

I think Elton was literally high on this one. His words didn't sound quite right. I would listen to him back in the 70's and 80's

[@nightpheonix5150]

elton john is a legend and always will be but an earlier live version would be better.

[@lunardruidcyprianrose333]

To those who are pointing out the vast differences in his voice, he had vocal node surgery in 1987, it wasn't until the mid 90's he even felt as though he was able sing with any consistency. He lost almost an entire Octave of vocal range. That said, he has not used his higher range as often due to his age as well,

[@dianesaienni5466]

I would love for you to explore more of Elton John.

[@nanner3200]

Timely with everyone flying to space lately. Not the best version of this song but it's Sir Elton so it can't be bad. Pretty sure he wore that jacket at one of the concerts I went to? Rocketman is the name of his movie that came about about the same time as Bohemian Rhapsody. A few Elton songs: Sorry seems to be the hardest word Candle in the Wind (the song he changed some words and sang at Princess Diana's funeral. The original is about Marilyn Monroe) I want love I'm still standing, is a fun video Sacrifice I guess that's why they call it the blues

[@bushisback112]

Studio version is a must listen, drastically different tone

[@itsallgood4093]

Really should have done a older version when his voice was at its best.

[@larryh.5229]

So this song was played at a funeral of a friend during high school

[@hevsbuttons]

Just another comment suggesting adding a wee bit about the studio version to the end. Doesn't have to be long or a full play through. Just maybe some snippets worth noting.

[@maxhess3151]

Never seen anyone react to the Million Dollar Piano concert before. Don't mind the haters, this was a great concert.

[@dennisg.6072]

Unfortunately, his voice is now a shell of what it was in his youth. If KZbin won't let you do the studio version, there are live versions when he was much younger that are still very good.

[@SavdbyJesusChrist]

Gravity affects time.

[@steveO0o]

And after you listen to the original version, go check out William Shatners version if you want a laugh LOL

[@johnbagley99]

Please listen to the studio version of this song!

[@Rebecca_English]

This rendition isn't bad by any means, but you really need to hear the original studio recording. It will blow you away. As Elton John has aged, he's lost a lot of his power in his upper register.

[@roycegracie11]

You should really be reacting to the studio versions of all these songs IMO

[@klingkong9790]

You should check out him and Eminem at the MTV awards

[@mrtyreus0]

Please check out his album Tumbleweed Connection, I'd love to hear your perspective on the controversial track "My Father's Gun" written with his lyricist Bernie Taupin.

[@happyviking3781]

listen to the studio version of Ticking. It is a lyrical and piano masterpiece.

[@lvrofjazz]

Others of his that you should definitely give a listen to are Daniel, Tiny Dancer, Benny and the Jets, The Bitch Is Back.....he had so many great songs!!!!! But get the early recorded versions.... when he was in his prime..... soooo much better!!!

[@ZoeyPaigeLunaPhD]

Not the version I’d ever listen to but I enjoyed the reaction

[@leonardoraulbenitezahumada5681]

1:45 best

[@ed9095]

You seem to pick some obscure versions of super famous artists and songs. Maybe when you're searching for a tune sort the results and order by view count and select the one with the highest view count? When Elton was a young man his performance of this tune was excellent!

[@donaldbindner59]

A good Elton John song to check out is "Country Comfort" . Trust me, you won't be sorry.

[@Alexfoxxrox]

My guy if youre gonna react to this song at least pick a version of it from 1985 and earlier. The later years he dodges so many notes and keys notes down like crazy because he had nodules in late 1986 and caused permanent vocal damage. 90% of the time he plays the piano differently from the studio recording but his voice is what changes the most

[@enta2]

ahaha he reacted 3 times. once reacts to line king, then to hey jude and now he should react to 70 year old elton? want to know who recommended this

[@ritathomas5167]

Yep. You definitely need to go listen to the studio version of this song. It originally came out in the 1970's. I haven't seen this particular concert clip before, but it is obviously fairly recent as Sir Elton is decidedly older. This song was a huge, huge hit for him. I know you live in Spain, but you might remember in the past few years while Donald Trump was President, that Trump had started to call the leader of North Korea, Kim Jong-un, "Little Rocket Man". That title came from the title of this song. So yes, Sir Elton's voice has started to fail him, but his piano playing is still nothing short of brilliant. This does not appear to be a red piano he is playing. I just read in the news last week that Sir Elton had his red grand piano that he used a lot in touring, sold at auction for something like $850,000. It was purchased by some man who owned a professional sports team - I think in the U.S. Elton does not tour any longer.

[@LouieLouieLouie]

need the og clips this is dodoo still good job

[@jayt717]

Not the greatest version to listen to…he just doesn’t seem to want to (or may not be able to) put as much effort into his songs anymore. Getting old sucks.

[@leonardchurch7675]

Sad but true.

[@maxhess3151]

Just because his voice doesn't have the range it used to doesn't mean he's not putting all his effort into it. You can actually hear the force and effort in his voice, and there's something beautiful about the gravel in his voice and the amount of emotion he puts into it.

[@jayt717]

@@maxhess3151 I disagree. He’s going through the motions on parts of the song because he’s sung it literally thousands of times. It’s just a few parts I’m talking about anyway. Anyone who has seen him in concert recently knows he puts on one hell of a show.

[@susieb7305]

Yes, listen to the original.

[@angelainfante5469]

You got to listen to the song when he was a bit younger

[@TheBossLegacy]

Pls do.. joe Nichols ..if nobody believed in you

[@mattroxursoul]

Is it not amazing to be able to peruse through the past 70 years of music? There are so many great bands and songs that it could take forever. Hell a lot of mediocre bands had a great song. Some genres which are not really my thing have some truly talented people in them. I find sometimes even though I don't care for them so much I at least respect the hell out of that ability.

[@ramonashearer7241]

Really need to listen to an older version.

[@darklorddysart]

Please react to I want Love.

[@joehynes5452]

I get you have to react to live versions for copyright issues but with these older groups/singers, try and do live videos from the time period of the song. Elton sounds terrible(for him) in this, doesn't have the same oomph the 70's versions do. Just a suggestion sir

[@alfredlandesman5165]

Listening to a 70 year old man sing a song from 50 years ago is not really a good way to judge this song.

[@JessicaCEP]

He had a rough time…

[@rosieb949]

Lord, do the original version.

[@kelliej200]

🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@dannynix6816]

It is better in the version of his younger days.

[@elizabethparker4511]

Almost sounds like he has a cold for this one.

[@chrisfrench9257]

Heh... hehe... Heh... did you say... peenist?/in beavis voice over

[@gr8griz]

He’s not the kind of man they think he is at home. He’s a rocket man. In the late 70s it was screaming gay to us. Most of his songs had very gay double entendres. This was before most of us were out.

[@coreyrees840]

Not quite the same without him hitting those highs though.

[@annmills3163]

Elton just can’t do the high notes like he could when he was younger, still has a great voice but I prefer the earlier stuff

[@kathyedleman633]

Bad version. ...doesn't even sound like him. You should definitely listen to the recorded one.

[@VAHelix]

This is hi old age version. His voice isn't what it used to be so listen to the original.

[@blainemilliron3870]

crodaile rock

[@DavidTateVA]

This was probably recorded 40 years after he originally made this a hit. Just sayin'.