As someone who was actually there, and right in the direct middle of the crowd, I can assure that it was even more awesome in person. The weather was PERFECT - about 80 - 85 degrees with almost no humidity. The sound was ambient and crystal clear. It was bouncing off the buildings -- surround sound --- but with no apparent distortion. Performances were wonderful, and so was the crowd, many of whom stayed after to pick up what little trash was left. Wonderful to see Nigel and Dee in person, and the guitarists (Tim Renwick and Richie Zito) were also great. There was absolutely nothing about this concert that I didn't like. I wish the video that came out had the ENTIRE concert on it and not just highlights. Every song was just FANTASTIC. Wish someone would release a DVD of this, as the VHS copies I have seen are horrible. It was probably the greatest concert I have ever, or will ever go to. I was just 16, and it is one of the highlights of my teen years. Will never forget it. One to tell your kids about!
I hate to sound like a pathetic aging hipster, but I wish wish wish I was born 20 years before I was..... I wish I could see Elton in his prime, before surgery took away his falsetto. I saw my first Elton show just a few months ago and it was nothing short of amazing, but damn I would kill to be able to see a free EJ concert in Central Park.
I was at this concert with my best friend. We lived in a small apartment 1/2 block from the park. What fun we had! I was never a big Elton fan, but watching an amazing artist like him can turn a person. My best friend died 13 years later. This song has had very special meaning for me ever since.
As a life long New Yorker I can attest to these Central Park concerts being the best ever. Totally free & you can hear the music blocks away. I love New York.
No offence against Elton John today, but this performance was absolutely mind-blowing. If he gets on stage and does something when he's 80, I'll watch...and it will be good. But in his prime, this guy had complete command of the emotional state of everyone in hearing distance. One of the best songs ever, and a monster exhibition of it.
My grandfather lived in North London in the early 1960s and used to get Jazz and Blues records imported from the US by a local record shop. Every time he would go to pick them up he'd notice they'd clearly been opened and played, and suspected the culprit was this dorky teenager with glasses who worked there, and who's name was Reginald. Years later when Reginald Dwight changed his name to Elton John and became one of the biggest rockstars in the world, my grandfather couldn't believe what had happened.
In my opinion I think MSG one night only is the best as it was recorded with the intention of being on an album so the quality is great and it's well mixed unlike other live performances . I also think that Eltons voice sounded at his best at the time (2000)
I have been collecting rock music on my new ipod, from the 50s to the 00s, and the 70s rule. There is great rock in each decade, but in my opinion the 1970s were an explosion of great performers, great songwriters, and great bands that we have never seen before or since. This song must be counted in the Top 10 greatest rock songs of all time.
No song is better. This is the very best of Elton John. This arrangement is classic and timeless. If this song doesn't make you move and touch you to the very core, you must only be animated, appearing to be, but not be really alive.
I agree. He and Nigel were treated so badly in 1975 and then 1985 when they were sacked for no reason. They played on his biggest albums, built the songs and vocal harmonies and were on all the big tours. They were with him from day 1 and to be sacked with no explanation was terrible. Good to see Nigel Olsson is back now, since 2000.
I read recently that in 75 Elton was already discussing the Dodger Stadium concerts with Nigel...and then sacked them. Someone must have had a word or three in his ear. There were rumblings (according a transcript of an interview with Nige I foundl) that certain people felt he and Dee were earning too much out of the Elton show. I do enjoy listening to the ROTW/Blue Moves band too - for different musical reasons - but whilst they were probably technically better they lacked soul and drama in how they played. Notwithstanding that, I am a great great fan of Roger Pope's drumming and there are certainly songs on those albums which Nigel wouldn't have come close to playing.
Scusate, ma scrivo male in inglese... Volevo solo dirvi che, a 14 anni, ho barattato la mia moto per un basso, dopo aver sentito Dee Murray...non me ne sono mai pentito!
@@Facts_dont_hurt - That's why I was surprised to see them on this vid in 1980. Elton explained he just wanted a change in sound. Lots of star musicians did this back in the day to stay fresh.
I have seen Elton John 5 times( 1973, 1980, 1984, 2005 and Feb. 4, 2010) and he by far is my favorite singer of all time! I never get tired of him! I call his music feel good music, music for all ages.
if you struggle appreciating Elton John, do yourself a huge favor and listen to Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 2-3 times and see just what a talent Elton and Bernie were and still are. God Bless Elton and Bernie!!
One of the best live versions of this amazing song. They had back then such a fresh sound that they don't have anymore, even they're still amazing musicians.
I have seen Elton in 1973, 1980, 1984, 1995 and 2010 and by far I think he's the greatest music artist ever. I remember him the first time in 1973 when this song came out and I saw him at Long beach Arena Long Beach, California! fantastic then and now, WOW!
Love the shots where he is playing the piano and you can view the crowds of people in the audience. What an awesome feeling it must be, to be an artist on the stage and know that all those people came to your concert because they love your music!
Something about him. This song grabs a lasso and pulled me in. I was born the year he did that concert. Im 38 now.I like his writings. The talent is there. Too many words to describe. Dude is incredible!
This is my favorite song by Elton John, and, when you consider that he played this song live, in front of such a large crowd, with so much energy, it's just amazing. If he opened with this song, it must have been a really terrific concert. This song rocks!
Elton John was the first rock music I listened to as a kid. I still listen to his music, but it was unbelievable at the time. Now, people seem to take him for granted.
That was most certainly Dee Murray on bass in this video. I'd recognize those incredible basslines anywhere - even if they never showed his face. He was THE most underrated bassist ever. I loved him. Loved how he played. Don't get to see much footage of him but when I do, it brings tears to my eyes.
Saw this tour in Auckland NZ in 1981 - my first ever concert and it got me hooked it was soooooo good. Ended up going to very concert I ever could because of this and been to over 600 now. This will always remain the benchmark
I mean this was one of the best concerts I have been to and definitely the best free concert ever in my opinion. I got there early enough to get a decent spot on the lawn and it was a great time although it was a really hot September day. Thank you for posting.
God I love watching this video!!!! Unless you're dead, it makes you move!! This is when music was magic and Sir Elton was indeed the master...his music illustrates the era.
I've seen him 3 different times between 1989 - 1995 and it was my understanding he stopped playing this song long before that. THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG....AND TO VIEW IT LIVE IS THE NEXT BEST THING!!!! Thank you for finding this!!!!
This is the greatest version of this song that I've come across. Thank you so much for posting this. I never got a chance to see Elton when he was young (I'm 29) but have seen him several times. Nothing I've seen compares to the energy he brought with this song. This is incredible. A rock and roll masterpiece!!
@londonfun2006 Thanks for the list of band members. I've been trying to figure out the guitar players for 2 days now!!! My mind is at ease now and able to enjoy the music!
Elton John was certainly at the top of his game when he performed this song. It's such a nice, lively version, probably one of the best live versions out there. I especially enjoy the left foot stomping once the music gets going. You can see that he is really enjoying himself!
I wonder what ever became of that white Jazz bass Dee played here in this video. How I would love to just touch it...maybe some of his magic would rub off on me!!! I picked up the bass just because of this man. I so wanted to play just like Dee did. I still try!!
im happy i was born in 1960, just in time to be able to live the elton john years, then re born again in 1991, just in time to be old enoigh to experience the justin bieber/nicole minaj years and ive marked my calendar to reborn myself again soon to absorb the next major musical era. ahh i love the lives ive lived and look forward to many more.
llschinntz, would love to see Elton in concert, just love this song especially. Brings back great memories !He and the band play so well, and long time members ! He was popular only 8 years here, first album was 1972 ! Friends also a great album, and song 🎵❤
No! Bernie writes great words. Elton writes great piano parts. That's it. Davey, Dee and Nigel built the songs. The music. The vocal harmonies. The groove. The vibe. They were a band in the proper sense despite it always being portrayed as Elton being the creative force and them as support men. It was a travesty the way he treated Dee and Nigel in 75-80 and then from 85-92 (when Dee passed) and 85-2000 when Nigel came back.
Ol' Reg Dwight really knows how to rock, doesn't he? This was one of those long rock anthems in the vein of the Who and Led Zeppelin...only Elton did it with a lot more razz-a-matazz! Good stuff!
@DavelovesRealMusic - It made it onto the Betamax video released at the time.. Warner, if you're listening, we want the WHOLE THING released on DVD globally, please. Both PAL and NTSC prints...
how many people were there? i was 15 years old, i remember it was a brillant Saturday afternoon. Those were the days. To all you people who missed the 1980's, HA! you missed the best!!!!!!
I was at that great day in Central Park and it was far f''n out for all those who had the pleasure to do so! Excellent concert by a piano man! How we drove home remains a mystery!!!
Elton, the first rock star to play Central Park. Yeah, it was free, but Elton had the draw & star power to pack in half a mill. I'd like to see enema or poop dog do that. This is the best concert opener ever. From the erie wind & bell tolling to the resounding building to crescendo is awesome & breathtaking. Where in the fuck would we of been without this man's great music?
Elton wrote this piece thinking about what type of music he'd like at his funeral... I surely want this played at mine. Take a good look, folks. This is one of the most talented men alive today.
In his prime here! Can see the energy there! Always loved the part at 4:48 where the keyboardist looks over at Elton when he drops in to Love. Just a cool moment of a musician in the moment.
I saw him last year- the first minute of the song, spent waiting for him to play, was the longest minute of my life. Such a terrific song, thanks for posting.
And 28 years later, he finally came to Burlington Vermont, led the show off with this song, and it was non-stop hits for 3 whole hours. What was considered a status symbol(ticket to show) turned out to be an experience of a lifetime. I play this song and I'm right back in that grandstand seat. Thank you Elton.... for everything.
For those wondering YES it was on the great lawn in Central Park NYC. I was a senior in high school and played hookey traveled from philly, and it was awsome. I'm 47 and hundreds of shows later both large and small this is still one of the best songs preformed live in front of tens of thousands all there to s
As someone who was actually there, and right in the direct middle of the crowd, I can assure that it was even more awesome in person. The weather was PERFECT - about 80 - 85 degrees with almost no humidity. The sound was ambient and crystal clear. It was bouncing off the buildings -- surround sound --- but with no apparent distortion. Performances were wonderful, and so was the crowd, many of whom stayed after to pick up what little trash was left. Wonderful to see Nigel and Dee in person, and the guitarists (Tim Renwick and Richie Zito) were also great. There was absolutely nothing about this concert that I didn't like. I wish the video that came out had the ENTIRE concert on it and not just highlights. Every song was just FANTASTIC. Wish someone would release a DVD of this, as the VHS copies I have seen are horrible. It was probably the greatest concert I have ever, or will ever go to. I was just 16, and it is one of the highlights of my teen years. Will never forget it. One to tell your kids about!
I hate to sound like a pathetic aging hipster, but I wish wish wish I was born 20 years before I was..... I wish I could see Elton in his prime, before surgery took away his falsetto. I saw my first Elton show just a few months ago and it was nothing short of amazing, but damn I would kill to be able to see a free EJ concert in Central Park.
I saw him around 78 or so ,the Yellow Brick Road tour , is Greensboro NC on the front row as usual, I was mesmerized . What an incredible performance
llschnitz Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
Incredible. Only wish Davey was here for this. Pristine. Love this song /video.
Eres un afortunado, qué ganas de haber estado ahí.
Saludos desde Chile :)
There is absolutely no question in my mind that Elton John is arguably the best rock singer ever.
I was at this concert with my best friend. We lived in a small apartment 1/2 block from the park. What fun we had! I was never a big Elton fan, but watching an amazing artist like him can turn a person. My best friend died 13 years later. This song has had very special meaning for me ever since.
As a life long New Yorker I can attest to these Central Park concerts being the best ever. Totally free & you can hear the music blocks away. I love New York.
New York is the Capital of the World. Not a city in the world that comes close. What genius put a Park in the middle of the greatest city on Earth?
London
Been twice, LOVE it. Want to move there one day! I'm way down in Dallas tho, a bit away!
Sydney does
Love to have you here.
No offence against Elton John today, but this performance was absolutely mind-blowing. If he gets on stage and does something when he's 80, I'll watch...and it will be good. But in his prime, this guy had complete command of the emotional state of everyone in hearing distance. One of the best songs ever, and a monster exhibition of it.
Very well said.
My grandfather lived in North London in the early 1960s and used to get Jazz and Blues records imported from the US by a local record shop. Every time he would go to pick them up he'd notice they'd clearly been opened and played, and suspected the culprit was this dorky teenager with glasses who worked there, and who's name was Reginald. Years later when Reginald Dwight changed his name to Elton John and became one of the biggest rockstars in the world, my grandfather couldn't believe what had happened.
bigginsd1 that is a fantastic story thank you for sharing it
That's a funny story, but amazing.
The entire album "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" is a true masterpiece.........
Elton's peak in my opinion...1973
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This is not only my favorite Elton John song, but my favorite live version of it!
Well what is your favorite? The Bitch Is Back maybe...
I already said what Elton John song is my favorite when I said "This is not only my favorite Elton John song. but my favorite live version of it"!
I was about to type no dude madison square garden one night only but you sold me.....
That's another good version of this song. However this one is still my favorite.
In my opinion I think MSG one night only is the best as it was recorded with the intention of being on an album so the quality is great and it's well mixed unlike other live performances . I also think that Eltons voice sounded at his best at the time (2000)
I have been collecting rock music on my new ipod, from the 50s to the 00s, and the 70s rule. There is great rock in each decade, but in my opinion the 1970s were an explosion of great performers, great songwriters, and great bands that we have never seen before or since. This song must be counted in the Top 10 greatest rock songs of all time.
There never was and never will be a musician like THIS MAN! Words cannot describe! I LOVE ELTON!!!
stop trolling
Adoro Elton John, do Brasil.
No song is better. This is the very best of Elton John. This arrangement is classic and timeless. If this song doesn't make you move and touch you to the very core, you must only be animated, appearing to be, but not be really alive.
One of Elton's masterpieces. Truly amazing!
This song is an epic masterpiece!!!
Totally agree one million percent!!! I have heard this song many, many, many times!!! This song never gets old!!!
It never really charted, did it? Yet, besides Grey Seal, these tracks were my album faves.
RIP Dee. Such a brilliant player.
I agree. He and Nigel were treated so badly in 1975 and then 1985 when they were sacked for no reason. They played on his biggest albums, built the songs and vocal harmonies and were on all the big tours. They were with him from day 1 and to be sacked with no explanation was terrible. Good to see Nigel Olsson is back now, since 2000.
I read recently that in 75 Elton was already discussing the Dodger Stadium concerts with Nigel...and then sacked them. Someone must have had a word or three in his ear. There were rumblings (according a transcript of an interview with Nige I foundl) that certain people felt he and Dee were earning too much out of the Elton show. I do enjoy listening to the ROTW/Blue Moves band too - for different musical reasons - but whilst they were probably technically better they lacked soul and drama in how they played. Notwithstanding that, I am a great great fan of Roger Pope's drumming and there are certainly songs on those albums which Nigel wouldn't have come close to playing.
Dee... The best!
Scusate, ma scrivo male in inglese... Volevo solo dirvi che, a 14 anni, ho barattato la mia moto per un basso, dopo aver sentito Dee Murray...non me ne sono mai pentito!
@@Facts_dont_hurt - That's why I was surprised to see them on this vid in 1980. Elton explained he just wanted a change in sound. Lots of star musicians did this back in the day to stay fresh.
I have seen Elton John 5 times( 1973, 1980, 1984, 2005 and Feb. 4, 2010) and he by far is my favorite singer of all time! I never get tired of him! I call his music feel good music, music for all ages.
The only way I can describe Elton and Bernie's collective genius is divine intervention. What else could it be?!
Cosmic Coincidence? LOL :) I agree with you!
Lola Flores Or cosmic coincidence! That's a good one.
pup lover LOL! :)
rebelinlex Psst! Come here...come closer Psst...FUCK OFF! LOL!
if you struggle appreciating Elton John, do yourself a huge favor and listen to Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 2-3 times and see just what a talent Elton and Bernie were and still are. God Bless Elton and Bernie!!
Elton & Bernie never disappoint. Elton delivers their songs in greatly.
One of the best live versions of this amazing song. They had back then such a fresh sound that they don't have anymore, even they're still amazing musicians.
I have seen Elton in 1973, 1980, 1984, 1995 and 2010 and by far I think he's the greatest music artist ever. I remember him the first time in 1973 when this song came out and I saw him at Long beach Arena Long Beach, California! fantastic then and now, WOW!
Not an easy song to play live, but OMG they rocked it!!! So happy that I’ve been able to see EJ live. I LOVE YOU SIR EJ!
Love the shots where he is playing the piano and you can view the crowds of people in the audience. What an awesome feeling it must be, to be an artist on the stage and know that all those people came to your concert because they love your music!
Will we ever have talent like his again?
doubt it.
Elton was at the top of his game.
Holy shit! Never knew this song was such a banger till now
what a musician. this song is sacred to me! amazing.
Favorite Elton song...just so badass
Something about him. This song grabs a lasso and pulled me in. I was born the year he did that concert. Im 38 now.I like his writings. The talent is there. Too many words to describe. Dude is incredible!
Excellent sound for this size and time frame
This is my favorite song by Elton John, and, when you consider that he played this song live, in front of such a large crowd, with so much energy, it's just amazing. If he opened with this song, it must have been a really terrific concert. This song rocks!
This is such a great performance!!!
He really knows how to make timeless music.
The peak of Elton's voice. A little grovely, but can still hit the high notes.
I think his voice peak was the 70’s, but we all have our opinions
Elton John was the first rock music I listened to as a kid. I still listen to his music, but it was unbelievable at the time. Now, people seem to take him for granted.
That was most certainly Dee Murray on bass in this video. I'd recognize those incredible basslines anywhere - even if they never showed his face. He was THE most underrated bassist ever. I loved him. Loved how he played. Don't get to see much footage of him but when I do, it brings tears to my eyes.
I agree. He is the best ever.
Used to have this on 8-track cassette and I played it into the ground.
Mike Hawk me too it was my 1st 8 track. I fell in love with his music and this was the 1st song. Blew me away.....he still does.
Saw this tour in Auckland NZ in 1981 - my first ever concert and it got me hooked it was soooooo good. Ended up going to very concert I ever could because of this and been to over 600 now. This will always remain the benchmark
I was there as well, with my older sister. What an awesome opening to a concert this song .
Holy freakin crap, that was EPIC!!!
There is NOTHING like him today
Thank you for posting! It's a pleasure to see original band members play, particularly Dee Murray (my fave bassist at the time).
Dee.... Forever!
I'm at a loss for words... LOVE IT!!
Love his look here, sooooo cute wouldn't mind being that microphone! LOL Loved his 80's look, he was adorable, too bad it didn't stay with him.
I mean this was one of the best concerts I have been to and definitely the best free concert ever in my opinion. I got there early enough to get a decent spot on the lawn and it was a great time although it was a really hot September day. Thank you for posting.
Elton's band and himself works like a magic... this is just unbelievably good song and peformance.
just.... awesome... 1st live clip i see from elton ever. X)
I was there. It was as wonderful as everyone describes. The long Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting jam was sublime
God I love watching this video!!!! Unless you're dead, it makes you move!!
This is when music was magic and Sir Elton was indeed the master...his music illustrates the era.
I've seen him 3 different times between 1989 - 1995 and it was my understanding he stopped playing this song long before that. THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG....AND TO VIEW IT LIVE IS THE NEXT BEST THING!!!! Thank you for finding this!!!!
I was there! I went with some friends from Brooklyn.I was 19.It will be something I will always remember. I almost dehydrated lol
Awesome. EJ in his prime.
AGREE
awesome
One of the best songs ever....nevermind the 70's...
This Rocks, you can feel and see the power of this performance. WoW, thank you for posting. and again WoW
this is avery great concert beautiful place NY great music nice playin its wow!
I've watched/listen to many versions of this song and this is my fave! 10mins of pure genius, well done Elton & Bernie!!
This is the greatest version of this song that I've come across. Thank you so much for posting this. I never got a chance to see Elton when he was young (I'm 29) but have seen him several times. Nothing I've seen compares to the energy he brought with this song. This is incredible. A rock and roll masterpiece!!
@londonfun2006 Thanks for the list of band members. I've been trying to figure out the guitar players for 2 days now!!! My mind is at ease now and able to enjoy the music!
Elton John was certainly at the top of his game when he performed this song. It's such a nice, lively version, probably one of the best live versions out there. I especially enjoy the left foot stomping once the music gets going. You can see that he is really enjoying himself!
Was there, the balloon release darkened the skys for this first of many! Event of a lifetime for most!
I can't get enough of this song. What a great presentation of it! Thanks for posting.
Dam! Now that's the way to open a concert! Elton's was the best concert I've ever been to... and I've been to quite a few back in the day.
The best song Elton's ever done! Awesome! Thank you!
No rock entertainer like him anymore. One of the greatest! Same band for decades, too.
I wonder what ever became of that white Jazz bass Dee played here in this video. How I would love to just touch it...maybe some of his magic would rub off on me!!! I picked up the bass just because of this man. I so wanted to play just like Dee did. I still try!!
the perfect opener for an Elton concert! Elton, you are the best!!!
Beautiful song!! Excellent sound! Elton John @ his Best.
One of Elton John's best rock songs he does in concert!
Thank You EJ and Bernie for this song and your entire catalogue
I love Elton when he was a serious rock 'n roller. Those 70's days were the very best. I'd love to go back and live it all again. It was so much fun!
One of the great legends of all-time. Wow was he in great form!
the single most powerful piece of music I've ever heard!
im happy i was born in 1960, just in time to be able to live the elton john years, then re born again in 1991, just in time to be old enoigh to experience the justin bieber/nicole minaj years and ive marked my calendar to reborn myself again soon to absorb the next major musical era. ahh i love the lives ive lived and look forward to many more.
listen to the crowd at the beginning ..now that's energy ..wowno wonder the live shows are the best to me
he is by far the best song writer of all time,,,weather u like his music or not.....awesome song !
llschinntz, would love to see Elton in concert, just love this song especially. Brings back great memories !He and the band play so well, and long time members ! He was popular only 8 years here, first album was 1972 ! Friends also a great album, and song 🎵❤
One of Sir Elton's Best songs! He and Bernie Taupin make some PHENOMENAL music!
No! Bernie writes great words. Elton writes great piano parts. That's it. Davey, Dee and Nigel built the songs. The music. The vocal harmonies. The groove. The vibe. They were a band in the proper sense despite it always being portrayed as Elton being the creative force and them as support men. It was a travesty the way he treated Dee and Nigel in 75-80 and then from 85-92 (when Dee passed) and 85-2000 when Nigel came back.
I was there, It was my 18th birthday,I was happy to have a few hundred thousand of my closest friends foin me for my birthday party.
omg omg omg this was the frist song he played at the cocnert i went to! been looking everywhere! love it love it. :D
Saw Elton live at the Capital Center in largo maryland back in the 80's. In the top 3 concerts I have ever seen.
Ol' Reg Dwight really knows how to rock, doesn't he? This was one of those long rock anthems in the vein of the Who and Led Zeppelin...only Elton did it with a lot more razz-a-matazz! Good stuff!
@DavelovesRealMusic - It made it onto the Betamax video released at the time..
Warner, if you're listening, we want the WHOLE THING released on DVD globally, please. Both PAL and NTSC prints...
how many people were there? i was 15 years old, i remember it was a brillant Saturday afternoon. Those were the days. To all you people who missed the 1980's, HA! you missed the best!!!!!!
I was at that great day in Central Park and it was far f''n out for all those who had the pleasure to do so! Excellent concert by a piano man! How we drove home remains a mystery!!!
the single greatest song of all time. i grew up listening to elton and still believe hes one of the most inspirational artists ever. love it
Best performance of all time, Respect.
Elton, the first rock star to play Central Park. Yeah, it was free, but Elton had the draw & star power to pack in half a mill. I'd like to see enema or poop dog do that. This is the best concert opener ever. From the erie wind & bell tolling to the resounding building to crescendo is awesome & breathtaking. Where in the fuck would we of been without this man's great music?
Awesome performance right there, like him or not!!
What would be a reason not to like him though?
I was at this show in september of 1980
I was 18 at the time and I had the greatest time.
Elton rocked the park and it was all for free!
Freakin' LOVE this !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I was there! It was my 18th birthday. Kept hoping John Lennon would show up!
Youthful and energetic.Rock and Roll at it’s finest!
A great version of Love Lies Bleeding Like the up tempo EJ rocking out on piano!
Amazing performance and great song which people it gonna plays for the next 50 yrs for sure.
This songs fills my soul with music... Trully a great artist. And a great piece of art.
Elton wrote this piece thinking about what type of music he'd like at his funeral... I surely want this played at mine. Take a good look, folks. This is one of the most talented men alive today.
In his prime here! Can see the energy there! Always loved the part at 4:48 where the keyboardist looks over at Elton when he drops in to Love. Just a cool moment of a musician in the moment.
Awesome! Sir Elton is one of the best!! Thanks for the video!
I saw him last year- the first minute of the song, spent waiting for him to play, was the longest minute of my life. Such a terrific song, thanks for posting.
And 28 years later, he finally came to Burlington Vermont, led the show off with this song, and it was non-stop hits for 3 whole hours. What was considered a status symbol(ticket to show) turned out to be an experience of a lifetime. I play this song and I'm right back in that grandstand seat. Thank you Elton.... for everything.
For those wondering YES it was on the great lawn in Central Park NYC. I was a senior in high school and played hookey traveled from philly, and it was awsome. I'm 47 and hundreds of shows later both large and small this is still one of the best songs preformed live in front of tens of thousands all there to s
aaaaah... and I always thought it was a dream theatre song! Love it.