Your Song - Elton John | College Students' FIRST TIME REACTION!

[@fredinaz]

Another great example of taking a song that we’ve heard 1,000 times, but watching it with you guys it felt brand new! The world needs more of this!

[@jeffcobb2734]

Imagine seeing Elton playing this song at the Troubadour club in L.A. in his first visit to America!!!!

[@gonnahitcharide]

Agreed. Same reason I want Andy & Alex to hear Bang Your Head (Metal Health) by Quiet Riot! We’ve heard it a billion times back in the 80’s ( ::gulp::) but it still holds up and A&A will love it! 🤘🏻

[@joelhahn2501]

This. This right here is why "That was so overplayed" is a *terrible* argument against A&A reacting to something, even when a band does have other, better songs in their back catalogue. A song may be old hat to us, but there's a reason it was popular in the first place, and it's new to *them*, which is what makes it special. And the popular stuff is the gateway drug that gets you hooked to come back for the rest...

[@g.e.5723]

Absolutely, I've heard this so many times, I'll switch it off if I run into it, but this is like the first time hearing it.

[@joshjacobs5313]

That's what got me onto reaction vids! All these songs I know by heart, pun intended, and hearing them for the first time again through new ears .....I love it. Started with Weeboo reacting to early VH, then I got hooked on PinkmetalHead....then A & A,....and on from there. ✌

[@bradsimpson9396]

“Someone Saved My Life Tonight” is an absolute must hit from Elton John. Written at possibly rock bottom during his career

[@BathtubBass]

Rock bottom in his personal life, but still in the peak of popularity and fame.

[@MichaelPhillipsatGreyOwlStudio]

Just do the entire album. The first side in particular is the most brilliant Elton music ever.

[@BathtubBass]

@@MichaelPhillipsatGreyOwlStudio 100%. Captain Fantastic is in my Top 5 albums of all time.

[@go234ko96ts5]

A great song with a special meaning. You gotta reacct to this 💎 gem

[@nickavenoso7851]

@@BathtubBass Captain Fantastic is a perfect album, IMHO. Some of my favorite albums of all time are Elton's 70's albums like Goodbye Yellow Brick Road and Captain Fantastic and others.

[@samueltabo3390]

This song moved me as an 8 year old. I'm turning 60 this year and it is still such a beautiful song at every level by Sir Elton John

[@ironwolfgaming9632]

I always think of this song when I see a new baby, to me that's what this song is welcoming a new life to the world.

[@thetannaree]

I remember hearing it as a little kid too. My older sis had the album and I wore it out. “Daniel” is another fave! And ofc all the well known hits…not a huge fan of his later stuff but he owned the 70’s!

[@gigantor62]

Ditto!

[@jamesdwithrow]

If it moved you as an 8 year old, you might want to take a look at the piano commercial. I don’t even play a music instrument and it gets me every time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoTLdnSGgLtje7c

[@c3host]

Dude I'm 59 ... feel"in your vibe!!!!

[@DanielFrost21]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@tmann8547]

Agreed...And then later on the other side of the coin from a sad perspective ,it was"Candle in the Wind".

[@KimLong-v4i]

Yes. Makes me think of my son's and my friends.

[@emmakaplan7508]

Fun fact: Bernie Taupin wrote this at 18 years old

[@troyhodges9810]

It’s obvious. But then again no…

[@kestrelle5345]

Hat-tip, Mr Taupin.

[@steroberts]

Ridiculous when you hear facts like that; 18 and writing something so perfect. The same goes for the later Beatles stuff, 4 lads in their mid 20s writing and playing stuff like that.

[@jgarcia4721]

Incredible

[@Mona.555]

I was 17 the first time I heard this. Blew me away when I heard how they composed their songs. Haven’t heard of anyone else doing it that way.

[@terriemartinez9989]

I always cry through out this entire song. ...always... RIP to my husband..😔 ✌❤🤘

[@lisamorrison2149]

This classic is an S Tier for me. Bernie Taupin eloquently hits you with his words, and Elton's vocal execution is spot on. The whole production is perfection. "Someone Saved My Life Tonight" and "Philadelphia Freedom" are my suggestions. Thanks, great reaction.

[@jeffcobb2734]

Absolutely right on with your suggestions. I would also say "Tiny Dancer."

[@sst3d]

Exactly

[@ramonaalvarez7559]

@@jeffcobb2734 Hi Jeff. I believe they reacted to Tiny Dancer already. Check it out. I luv that one too👍🏼

[@gregv4741]

Agree with your suggestions

[@neonpark1874]

Madman Across The Water. It's just awesome.

[@shemanic1]

His younger voice, his piano playing, that double bass & Bernie Taupin's lyrics make this a gift to us all.

[@jeffreyjacobs3780]

In the movie Amadeus Salieri described his first hearing of Mozart: "Then suddenly; high above it, an oboe, a single note, hanging there unwavering, till a clarinet took over and sweetened it into a phrase of such delight! This was no composition by a performing monkey! This was a music I’d never heard. Filled with such longing, such unfulfillable longing. It seemed to me that I was hearing the very voice of God." The part of this song that I enjoy as a subtle display of composition is when Elton John drags out his note a couple of times a wind instrument, I think that it is a flute, in the background subtly picks up the end of his note and extends it. The voice and instrument supporting each other. That reminded me of that scene from Amadeus.

[@eumaeus]

That's beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@glenndespres5317]

This is hands down the best comment I will read today; probably all week, and possibly this year! ‘That single note of the oboe’. Bravo my friend!

[@umpdaddy1]

I had the same admiration for the woodwinds carrying the note,and was going to comment on it but your comment is much more elegant than any I could write. Incorporating woodwinds in that fashion is a brilliant piece of composition.

[@jameshanson3759]

The movie "Shawshank Redemption" brought this home during the scene where the opera music was played all over the public address system. Men who had never heard beauty before were stopped in their tracks, never to be the same again!

[@kmorri9]

That movie won best picture the year I was born. It's one of my favorites!

[@Thecincyclips]

Fun fact: my wife and I danced to this as our wedding song over 30 years ago. Must have worked as we are still married.

[@dagnabbit6187]

@ Mark Clippinger I never married . Anyway congrats to you and your wife .

[@jimbass5825]

Great choice. I sang it to my wife at ours. It's just a perfect song.

[@shukakudelaarena]

I got married seven months ago and this is the one my wife and i danced to, the magic of the song is still intact.

[@stevet5573]

Ours too. :)

[@2869may]

Right on...!

[@davidmiles533]

Simply classic Elton. Give madman Across the Water and Tiny Dancer a listen.

[@teib757]

They already did tiny dancer :)

[@jaydayton9781]

Madman is a must....

[@sjw5797]

"Madman" portrays the emotional isolation of mental illness like no other song I know. Haunting.

[@allisonreed7682]

@@sjw5797 how the music ebbs and flows in "Madman..." is nothing short of genius.

[@eileendobbs8009]

Or Mona Lisas & Mad Hatters from the album

[@rdrummer322]

One thing neither of you understand. I was 18 in 69, imagine being introduced to Elton for the first time, along with Jim Croce, King Crimson, Yes, and tons of others within a few months. There was no place to research an artist, to find out more. If you liked something, and didn't want to wait for a chance listen on the radio, there was no choice but to buy the 45, buy the LP. And the legendary artists you look back on now were introducing themselves literally week after week. Led Zepp you heard last week? Try some Jethro Tull this week. James Taylor? New Who? Crosby Stills Nash have a new song?. It was flowing like you can never understand. Got Your Song as a 45. Got the album months later, because there were so many albums coming out and I couldn't afford them all.

[@Mona.555]

How about Black Cloud by Medusa. Remember that one. Still a favorite

[@scottingram7634]

What's the phrase ... an embarrassment of riches. That was being a teenager in the 70s.

[@dicklindell948]

16 in 69 and couldn't agree more. We we musically spoiled weekly and I loved it! Oh the good old days. :-)

[@sladejl]

Well said, very well said

[@bobearly3653]

It was useful to have a friend at the radio station. The most popular friend at the party. You get to hear the most incredible music for a few joints and beer.

[@bd200]

Can't go wrong with Elton John... Give "Madman across the water" a listen... Also looking forward to more Steely Dan (or Donald Fagen solo release, like "I.G.Y.")

[@Stormheart911]

"Madman across the Water" is great, but they need to make sure they listen to the original version from Tumbleweed Connection. It's rocks harder and has Mick Ronson on guitar.

[@foxandscout]

@@Stormheart911 yes!

[@Wordsmyth8]

Agree on more Steely Dan and Donald Fagan. I wish they’d listen to Steely Dan’s Boston Rag (banger!), Pretzel Logic (jazzy), Midnite Cruiser (early banger), etc. For Donald, IGY, the Nightfly, New Frontier, and Maxine. This music is the best!

[@danno7466]

Levon.

[@mikeloomis687]

Dude...every song off "The Nightfly" is a must!!

[@davidnorth9390]

"Tiny Dancer" --an AMAZING production: listen for orchestral strings AND peddle steel guitar, --and it sounds like a natural combination

[@thomasbohannon2066]

They did that one about a year ago, if you go to the front page of the channel, and do a search for Elton John, you'll see the links for that, and a couple of other Elton John songs they've reacted to.

[@LadyIarConnacht]

They did cover it.

[@davidnorth9390]

@@LadyIarConnacht Oh! --Thank you. --And it IS a remarkable production, worth revisiting!

[@davidnorth9390]

@@thomasbohannon2066 Thank you!

[@bradhyatt3906]

Levon is my favorite Elton song.

[@nightbird1314]

I think we get a little complacent about just how amazing our music is and how lucky we were to have grow up with it. I've heard this song probably 1000 times, but today, listening with you, it brought a tear to my eye. Much love 💚💚

[@davidmiles533]

I’m not complacent at all. There simply is little in music today I’d ever listen to whereas it supported 5 Rock Stations in L.A. when I was young and all were different enough to survive The 50-early 70s will go down as one of the finest periods in all musical history.

[@tracycampbell3060]

This song launched one of the biggest performers in pop music. The power of the right people in your circle. Elton teamed up with Bernie and the best producers in the industry, David Bowies team.

[@jennhurl]

Seeing Elton John (at a white grand piano) & Billy Joel (at a black grand piano) play their songs was one of the most memorable moments of my life. Elton is just part of the fabric of us all.

[@starman6092]

I saw that tour at Clemson, SC. Unforgettable!

[@ladyshar42]

yep, saw that tour when I was 15, and its still the best concert I've ever been too.

[@allisonreed7682]

Absolutely flawless! I can’t hear this song without my eyes welling up, it moves me so much. The Jim Croce song “I’ll Have to Say I Love You in a Song” is very much akin to “Your Song.” Please consider making “Madman Across the Water” (from the album of the same name) your next EJ pick!

[@Shadowrider1872]

🥰

[@AudiophileTubes]

One of the most beautiful, perfect, heartfelt, timeless songs ever written. I'm 60 now, and I still get chills and misty eyed when I hear the great Elton John express himself!

[@KealohaHarrison]

Every time this song comes on the radio my dad retells the story of the first time he heard this song on KHJ Radio in LA back in 1970. He said the DJ Sam Riddle said “Pay attention to Elton John, cause this guy’s gonna be the next big thing”

[@legionofbarry]

Bernie Taupin's lyrics and Elton John's melodies and voice, stellar. Such a historic song.

[@randomperson-dy6kj]

You’ll like Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters if you like this one. So much great Elton for you all to still discover and I’m excited to watch it.

[@stuartmorgan1770]

BEST. ELTON. SONG. EVER. :)

[@larrylawson2912]

I was 20 when this great song of Elton's came out in October of 1970. I loved it immediately and love it still to this day. The lyrics are so poignant and so beautiful. When Elton met Bernie they created magic together. You'll never find another music reltaionship more symbiotic than these two guys. That's why they are both worth over $500+million each. Like peanut butter and jelly, they went together so well.

[@dagmar.6954]

I grew up with the music of Elton John. He was really big in the 70's-80's. He collaborated with Bernie Taupin since 1967 on more than 30 albums. They were one of the best song writing teams. Bernie wrote the lyrics & Elton supplied the melody. They had so many great hits together such as "Your Song", "Levon", "Tiny Dancer", "Rocket Man", "Honky Cat, "Crocodile Rock", "Daniel", "Bennie & The Jets", "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road", "Candle In The Wind", "Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting", Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding", "The Bitch Is Back", "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me", "Someone Saved My Life Tonight" etc.

[@jccook5353]

I had almost the entire catalogue up till 1975, the year I graduated from high school. Thank you Columbia House records and many albums cheap, cheap, cheap.

[@keithjones6023]

This was the song that set Elton John on his road to stardom. The beginning of something wonderful with a string of hits written by Elton and Bernie Taupin, his output in the 70's was phenomenal!

[@michaelligue3842]

This was my wedding song 1981 , I have been listening to him since 1972, Reginald Dwight has always been in my top ten favorite musicians . Bernie Taupin fantastic lyricist.

[@j.kevvideoproductions.6463]

I wonder how many 10's of thousands of weddings this song has been played at?

[@GoodStuffForeverMore]

Had forgotten how sonically satisfying this song is. So well produced.

[@charliemac64]

watching these reaction channels thru headphones is reminding me how seemingly all the music back then was so well produced with so many little flourishes...beauty!

[@danielkelleher2419]

When we first heard Your Song we knew someone special had entered the scene! Good job!

[@dianegardner7210]

I think this is still my favorite Elton John song -I can remember where I was and what I was doing when I first heard it-beautiful

[@wicky4473]

This is the era when I liked Elton John. Happy Wednesday!

[@Chrimsonblack1]

This is his song for everyone. Everyone that listens to it can say it's their song.

[@CCDzine]

Absolutely S tier. This is one of the most impactful songs of the 20th century.

[@markkauder1288]

This and “Mona Lisa’s and Madhatters” are two of the most beautiful songs every written

[@jameshanson3759]

I concur ML&M is a true love song to New York City and friendship. So wonderfully sung and written.

[@Mona.555]

Elton’s earliest music is wonderful. Try “Madman Across The Water”. I remember listening to Your Song the first time when it first came out. I was mesmerized. So beautiful.

[@vdimasteremeritus]

Elton John was HUGE in the 1970s - from Crocodile Rock, to Saturday night’s alright for fighting, goodbye yellow brick road, rocket man - so many hits. He molded an entire generation of music.

[@jbellinger99]

For Elton John - Levon, or Madman Across the Water. still Early in his career. Ballad of a Well Known gun - from his third album - a great deep cut. His early career is fantastic - Also recommend Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters. Also - Cat Stevens's"peace Train"

[@connieb4372]

I agree with you wholeheartedly on Madman and his earlier stuff.. I would say don't rush to listen to anything past Captain Fantastic, in my opinion. His vocal range changed so much after his surgery.. not his fault, but he can no longer hit the higher notes (kudos to him, I can't hit a high note to save MY life)... and good on the Cat Stevens as well.

[@jmvioli]

Elton has been my favorite for many years. "Levon" and "Someone Saved My Life Tonight" will blow you away! Great job, A&A!

[@fredhall6525]

Always nice to return to Sir Elton. So much more to discover. "Levon" and "Where to Now St. Peter?" are 2 of my favorites.

[@domcoke]

S Tier every single day of the week. It's the best ballad of all time.

[@joelliebler5690]

This is Elton during his best years when his voice and playing were true! Add Take !e Yo The Pilot Madman Across The Water, Levon , And Crockadile Rock And you will only begin to understand the depth of Reginald’s magic!

[@kiddoiam]

How has someone never heard Your Song? You'd have to be living under a rock. That's crazy.

[@ChuckHackney]

One of the greatest lines in music history: "I hope you don't mind, I hope you don't mind, that I put down in words. How wonderful life is, while you're in the world!"

[@jdenino6022]

Taupin is a genius.

[@ChuckHackney]

This is the song sung at LA's Troubadour club that got his career going in the US! I remember around Christmas, 1970, hearing this amazing tune for the first time. God, but Bernie's lyrics get me every time!

[@annhamilton2674]

This brings memories flooding back. My last year of high school, sitting in my room listening to this album. So beautiful!

[@ingrid8994]

“…anyway, the thing is…” S tier for sure ✨

[@paulhansberry8168]

I've always thought of Elton John as a balladeer with the ability to venture all over the soundscape. Other songs that I favor (your smilage may vary) are Take Me To The Pilot, Tiny Dancer, Madman Across The Water, Honky Cat, Mona Lisa's And Mad Hatters, and Rocket Man. The man is gifted, offering something for almost everyone.

[@kayelle8005]

Throw in Empty Garden, Sacrifice and Someone saved my life tonight to that list.

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

That’s a very good list. I’d throw in Border Song & pretty much everything off Tumbleweed Connection.

[@bookjeannie]

And I feel lucky that I heard these songs first on a radio. Mama bought me a transistor when I was 11ish. Thank her every day she had music in the house. Miss her so.

[@Shadowrider1872]

GOOOOOOOD MORNING A&A FAMILY! ☮️❤️♾️

[@allisonreed7682]

Hey @John H! Hope your week is going well! ☺️

[@brandonhill2183]

Someone Saved My Life Tonight is another great one by Elton.

[@cappyp5240]

almost teared up watching your reaction to this song. Your facial expressions said it all. Thank you!

[@barryshapiro3349]

Another beautiful intimate Elton song is “Harmony” from “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”.

[@brendanfromnz]

There's something about the last tracks on his earlier albums. They ars often forgotten hidden gems. I've always loved "High Flying Bird" off the "Don't Shoot Me" album. These tracks are vintage EJ when he was at the peak of his powers.

[@heidigrezel2596]

Davey Johnstone has been trying to get this one added to the farewell tour. Love this song. Amazing, it was never a single.

[@barryshapiro3349]

@@heidigrezel2596 I saw him on the ‘18 version of the farewell tour. His voice was GREAT. Hope he still has it.

[@heidigrezel2596]

@@barryshapiro3349 saw him 9/2019. He was great. 8 times, 1979-2019, he never disappoints! Almost always 3 hrs as well. Seen some recent clips, still going strong!

[@jenuwinedisneyphiles4927]

@@heidigrezel2596 They had originally planned to release "Harmony" as a single, but the Caribou album was ready to ship, so they went ahead with the release of "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" instead.

[@SteelyDaddy59]

You guys should check out "Bad Side Of The Moon" or "Take Me To The Pilot" from the album "11-17-70". Recorded live in studio in front of a small audience. The rockingest piano, bass, drums trio you've ever heard.

[@joelliebler5690]

The ultimate live feel of the true Elto sound!

[@teib757]

They reacted to take me to the pilot in one of the deep cut streams. :)

[@SteelyDaddy59]

@@teib757 Yes they did. I forgot about that. They haven't heard this live version though. Totally different vibe.

[@joelliebler5690]

@@teib757 Thank you because I don’t always get to listen to those live reactions.

[@XCaliKev]

👍😎 11/17/70 is a fantastic album. When I want to listen to Elton, that’s the one I go to, first. Banger all the way through 🖖

[@ftlauderdaleborn1098]

First saw Elton in Hollywood, FL at the "Sportatorium" ( the middle of nowhere with the Everglades not far west of the venue) in 1973. He was touring the "Yellow Brick Road " album. This was before flashy costumes or glasses. Alex, the whole concert was goosebumps! Elton and his band were so good that words can't describe it. Saw him in Miami in the late '80s full costumes and wild glasses. Still amazing...but the coolest thing was that at the beginning of the concert, he turned around and said "Hello" to all the people with seats behind him (looking at his back, view) and proceeded to tell them to come down and sit in the empty seats he had set up right in front of him!!! The place went insane with cheers. Unbelievably classy thing to do 🤩👍

[@TB6791]

We've all heard it a million times... we appreciate you guys and seeing your reactions really do bring us all back to our first times. For instance every time I hear "Money" from Pink Floyd it takes me right back to a moment in 1973 watching my older brother puting a quarter in the jukebox at Mancini's pizza boy! For us this was considered a treat, access to music wasn't as it is today, and when it played on the radio we were getting the AM edited version. Keep up the good work ! remember there's a lot of stuff you guys got to get to 🤘💯😎

[@tracycampbell3060]

Yep these songs bring back so many great memes from the 70s

[@raymondmassie4898]

S tier song all day long. I was half expecting a standing ovation from the guys - that’s how good it is.

[@tracycampbell3060]

Wow, your ear for hearing all the instruments, what's going on production wise is amazing Alex. Excellent review!! You guys must be the best reaction channel on you tube. I love when you shut down to look at the lyrics too.

[@danapaul3216]

I was surprised they didn’t pick out the harp sound. It plays with and wraps around acoustic guitar throughout the song. Mesmerizing and beautiful.

[@tracycampbell3060]

@@danapaul3216 that's right the harp great point

[@KimLong-v4i]

I dont know much about the music,but the words make me cry.

[@DianaJG8]

Love this song! But probably my favorite EJ ballad is "Someone Saved My Life Tonight" and I'd love to get your reactions on it! Thanks, guys!!❤

[@bakerman10]

S - One of the greatest songs by one of the greatest artists ever.

[@MarkRosengarten]

It does not matter how many times I hear an Elton John song. I get goosebumps like I did the first time. Every single time.

[@melissayost4888]

One of the most iconic songs ever written. Doesn’t get much better than this.

[@caseymoe816]

Definite S. Any collaboration with Bernie Taupin is absolute genius, this song being the pinnacle, but there are so many more. Elton’s newer songs without Bernie are okay, but they lack Bernie’s sublime lyrical touch. Great pick. Great reaction.🔥🤙

[@davidshingledecker1016]

Hit the Elton John ballad, "Ticking." All keyboard and all riveting story. The man's keyboard prowess is unequalled in this one.

[@lisakaz35]

Don't know if I missed y'all doing these, but my favorite Elton John songs are: 1) Someone Saved My Life Tonight; and 2) Don't Let the Sun Go Down On Me. The first is more about the piano and the second is about John's voice (though the George Michael/Elton John duet of 2 is also great).

[@maryklacik5358]

My favorite Elton song. ❤️ The scene in Rocketman for this song gave me chills.

[@andyb7942]

Great job, guys. So appreciate hearing these songs that I've heard my whole life (I was 7 when this came out) with brand new ears! Early Elton had fantastic vocals, such a versatile voice. Suggest changing it up next with an early Elton banger: *Honky Cat* though *Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting* rocks even harder than Funeral/Love Lies Bleeding if Alex wants more of Elton's rock cred.

[@heidigrezel2596]

These would be some if my picks, as well!

[@leetroy3129]

I saw Elton John one warm summer night under the stars. It was amazing! It was so cool because everywhere we looked around us everyone was singing along. I mean EVERYBODY! We were in our 30s at the time. There were people older than us and a lot younger than us. This wonderful music brought us all together. It was a magical moment in time. Music truly is the universal language. ❤️ NEXT? Come on friends in the A&A community! Raise your voices for LEVON!

[@garylindsey5174]

I know "we/I" are getting old but he dominated the airwaves for so long, he is a huge part of "the soundtrack of our lives" 🤘😎🤙

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

Amen.

[@midtwnscott]

Elton John used to say that when he's writing a song, if he's ever in doubt to always write a hymn. Candle in the Wind, Someone Saved My Life Tonight, Sacrifice, The Last Song, Nikita are all fantastic songs.

[@jdzube2933]

Bernie Taupin’s lyrics go so great with Elton John’s music. Definitely in the top 5 song writing duos of all time.

[@michaeldezego340]

This is the first Elton John/Bernie Taupin song I ever heard, which was the week the album was released. I was about 11 years old. My brother is 10 years older than me and I listened to everything he listened to. I'm so glad you guys liked this song so much.

[@kateg7298]

Andy, you might change to an S over time. The more you hear this song, the more it becomes part of your life.

[@pamelahofman1785]

Absolutely what I was thinking.

[@BathtubBass]

Someone Saved My Life Tonight is another Elton must!

[@ph8429]

Two Elton songs with similar vibes are "Mona Lisa & Mad Hatters" and "Levon". You guys will love them

[@56music64]

Voted by people in Britain as Elton John's best song. Bernie wrote it when he was 17. Haven't Elton and Bernie been such a fantastic duo who have given us such gems. I can't choose between Your Song and Tiny Dancer as my fav

[@stevemancuso9236]

Every song from Elton's "Tumbleweed Connection" is worth a reaction from you guys. My personal favorite from that album is "Where To Now St. Peter".

[@WRRHalum]

Tumbleweed Connection does Not get enough attention for the complete album it is. Full play on Patreon? It'd be nice...

[@heidigrezel2596]

Great album! All his 70's albums are great!

[@mtthwskdmr2]

Burn Down The Mission is my favorite from Tumbleweed, especially the Live in Australia version.

[@maryt2290]

Stephen Colbert has a running bit that where he asks celebrities a series of random questions. He asks, “If you only had one song to listen to for the rest of your life, what song would it be?” For me, this is that one song.

[@johnnyV2194]

Such varied music. “Crocodile Rock”, “Madman Across the Water”, Honky Cat”, “Levon”….

[@joannparker1977]

Reminds me when I was 9 and my parents got divorced. It was devastating. I found my solace on the weekends when I could be with my Dad. My Mother was a crazy drunk and I had to live with her during the week. My weekends were my sanctuary. I remember this song when it came out.

[@susanpeterson9947]

If I’m not mistaken, this was Elton’s first hit in the States. Still one of his best IMO. Thanks for the memories, guys!

[@Reclining_Spuds]

First one I remember in California. 👍

[@stevet5573]

Elton says this is his best work, favorite song. Never gets old.

[@sopyleecrypt6899]

The way the strings come in at the second verse always gets me. Masterpiece.

[@MoMoMyPup10]

It's a flat out S Tier song on so many levels. It's just a matter of what level you're personally on that dictates how it hits you in that moment.

[@suzanneprock7286]

This is one of his early hits, and he's definitely a rock n' roller! We were so spoiled in the 70's with great music! My very best memories! Philadelphia Freedom is another one of his early hits that usually gets overlooked but just as awesome!

[@catbutte4770]

Immaculate indeed! Berine and Elton's collaboration do it again. Love it, love it, love it! 😽

[@amyfisher83]

I became infatuated with EJ after hearing this song as a young girl. The early Elton was the best. Madman Across the Water and Someone Saved My Life Tonight were always my faves as well. Bernie and Elton were the Dynamic Duo of songwriting!

[@dcsignal5241]

"How wonderful life is, when you're in the world." 💧

[@junietunes2148]

Elton John and Bernie Taupin, one of the great songwriting duos of the 20th Century. For some more upbeat EJ: Honky Cat and Bitch is Back. Great reaction Gents! ✌💜🎶

[@brandonj162]

Kudos Alex. S Tier all day. Such a beautiful song.

[@rockerforlife194]

Elton John wrote a tribute song for John Lennon. It's called "Empty Garden." Beautiful song. Would love to see you guys react to it. If so, thanks in advance.

[@serasmile6026]

Absolutely my favorite Elton song!

[@michellereed7303]

If you guys love the way he brings in the drums midway thru a song...it doesn't get better than "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me."

[@surlechapeau]

Great song, from a great songwriting team- Elton John(music) and Bernie Taupin(words). So many hit songs

[@petermanut2005]

Goosebumps galore!! Great reaction!! “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” is another goosebump inducer.

[@blmeanie]

Levon is the next EJ song to check out, my favorite without hesitation

[@-Ricky_Spanish-]

"Excuse me forgetting, but these things, I do....I've forgotten if they're green or they're blue...anyway, the thing is....what I really mean: yours are the sweetest eyes I've ever seen." Absolutely brilliant words written by Bernie Taupin, and a heartbreakingly honest and vulnerable delivery by Elton John. It's just so perfect, and I can never remember the right color either. I think this is truly one of the finest songs ever written. S tier all day long. I went back and watched it again as soon as it was over.

[@billbabcock1833]

For an early Elton rocker give Burn Down the Mission a listen.

[@AuburnAlum1977]

Bernie Taupin's lyrics + Elton's music = near perfection

[@yambo59]

Your song is a friggin' gem, im not a love song fan but this has always been a big fav of mine - what great lyrics and musicality, immaculate is a great word to describe this song

[@johndalley1288]

I remember watching the Andy Williams show in 1971 as a senior in high school and he had Elton John on and Elton played this song. That is when I knew he would be big in the music business. This is such a great song.