10 Elton John Songs - #5

@LindaOHio (181738)
United States
April 22, 2022 7:21am CST
"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" was written by the team of Elton John and Bernie Taupin and was released in 1973. Some critics consider this to be a contender for the best song written by the duo. Taupin's lyrics refer to his childhood on a farm in Lincolnshire and his desire to live a more tranquil life and get back to his "roots". The song was certified Gold in 1974, Platinum in 1995 and 2x Platinum in 2020. It hit #1 on the US Cash Box 100, #2 on the US Billboard Hot 1000, #7 on the US Adult Contemporary (Billboard) and #17 on the US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs (Billboard). Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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RasmaSandra
@RasmaSandra (80784)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
23 Apr 22
Now this one I really like it reminds me of when Dorothy went off to Munchkin Land,
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
23 Apr 22
lol It's a good one.
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
26 Apr 22
@iluvuabado86 It was inspired by Taupin's childhood; but he does mention the Yellow Brick Road.
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Iluvusabado86
@iluvuabado86 (129)
• Philippines
26 Apr 22
I believe it's inspired of the Wizard Of Oz? Please correct me if I'm wrong.
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Four Walls
@FourWalls (69033)
• United States
22 Apr 22
My mom ADORED this song. I have written discussions about how I heard this while practicing for a golf tournament and the memories of my mom overwhelmed me so much I sat down and cried. An absolute classic song, not just from Elton but from the 70s.
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Four Walls
@FourWalls (69033)
• United States
23 Apr 22
@LindaOHio — thank you. I’m not sorry. The sadness speaks of a life of joy together.
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
23 Apr 22
@FourWalls I'm glad to hear it.
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
23 Apr 22
What a sweet story. I'm sorry you miss your mom so much.
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Marlina
@marlina (154130)
• Canada
22 Apr 22
It is a nice song.
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
23 Apr 22
Yes it is. Thanks for stopping by.
Judy Evans
@JudyEv (342145)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 Apr 22
This is a great song. I really enjoy listening to it.
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
23 Apr 22
I'm glad.
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Iluvusabado86
@iluvuabado86 (129)
• Philippines
26 Apr 22
One of my favorite songs of Elton John. Please check the version of Sara Bareilles. A version approved by Elton John himself.
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
26 Apr 22
Thank you for the recommendation.
Melinda Azhari
@Justmelin (44)
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22 Apr 22
I'll watch the song later.
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
22 Apr 22
OK. Thanks for stopping by.
Susan
@HazySue (39268)
• Gouverneur, New York
22 Apr 22
I think it was a wonderful song. It makes sense that it pretains to childhood and getting back to what once was.
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
22 Apr 22
Yes. Thanks for commenting.
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Eric Tsuma
@erictsuma (9726)
• Mombasa, Kenya
22 Apr 22
I Will watch the song
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LindaOH
@LindaOHio (181738)
• United States
22 Apr 22
OK. Thanks for stopping by.