The best song that Bernie ever wrote lyrics to was DANIEL. He had to actually imagine Elton's brother losing his vision in a plane crash. I couldn't imagine writing a song like that one....
Yeah, his style is so busy...complex. Another along the same lines is the drummer, Nigel Olsson. His style is so noticeable when he plays...and oddly, he can't read music. He plays by ear.
@@Ocrilat Elton John studied music at the Royal Academy of Music. He can read music. You can't master musical studies without being able to read it because it's part of the studies to analyze compositions on paper etc.
@@dan7893 Right...but I didn't say Elton couldn't read music. His drummer during his golden era could not (and still can't). But that didn't stop Nigel Olsson from creating his part in every song he played on. Elton didn't direct the drummer or bassist or whatever at all when they were creating the songs. Each performer decided what they would do on their own, with zero input from Elton or anyone else. It's how they could create so many original songs, so quickly. Nigel has also written a few songs on his own too. Elton's original band (Nigel Olsson on drums/vocals, Dee Murray on bass/vocals and Davey Johnstone on guitars/vocals) don't get enough credit, imo.
I love this song so much. In the studio version the music is so layered that it feels almost three-dimensional. And the bands backing vocals are just beautiful, especially in headphones.
Who can't appreciate the opportunity to listen to the truly amazing voice of Sir Sir Elton and song writing of Bernie Taupin. Great reaction as always my dear Beth.
Elton has provided the beautiful music of a lifetime. He and the members of the band in this video are on your now and it is his final go round. I saw them in Oklahoma City and it was pure magic. He actually visited with the audience and recounted past visits to OKC. It was sad to hear him say it would be his last.
This was really great Beth, the song, the performance, your reaction. Amazing singer of my time, and he will perform today, or during the weekend maybe, on Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee, what an honor.
So very few song writing teams are as great as Elton and Bernie, or Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf. Elton's musical talents are endless. I always knew he was great, but after seeing the movie "Rocket Man" it just increased my appreciation for both Elton and Bernie.
Great singer/writer combo for sure! I grew up listening to him and loved the albums I played to death... And that bass line... holy crap. Put me right back into my early teens. Thanks for doing this song! Really appreciated your take on what and how he's doing his vocal.
Ah, the soundtrack to my … fours and fives? one of the first songs I remember hearing a lot, at any rate. 🤗 Great memories. Just discovered your channel, and I can’t tear myself away! Thank you for these vids, your analysis and enthusiasm are both so engaging!!
In a BBC programe in 2002 (I think), Sir Elton said that he only spends at most.... 30 minutes on a song. If he hasn't gotten the music by then.... he won't... and moves on. GREAT video of a GREAT musician!! THANK YOU!!! =)
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Elton was the Rocket Man, with an early career that soared and rose faster than he could handle. But he eventually did have a safe landing. I first saw him in 1979 with Ray Cooper.
Great reaction to a great song! Elton John was my favorite artist growing up and I anxiously waited for each new LP he released. I have an unrelated request. Could you react to Master the Hurricane by Visons of Atlantis? They are a symphonic metal band with a strong female lead singer. I believe you will enjoy them. Thank you.
You should react to the NSP cover of Rocket Man, I love the Elton version, but the NSP has become a favourite for me over the last couple of years, it's a unique take.
Wonderful reaction as always but I think it's time to pop in a little reminder of, in my opinion, the song with the best audience interaction and participation since Queen's Under Pressure at Wembely '86 and that's Sabaton at the Gothenburg concert with the song "En livstid i krig", it's absolutely amazing and since you like live songs please, please take the time to react to that one. I promise you won't be disappointed. But it has to be this one: @, it's in Swedish but there are captions in English for it. I'd love to see what you think of it, and the perspective it's shot from.
Wanted to suggest a couple possible reactions for you, I’ve been watching for awhile now and would love to see you do some Aussie bands like DMAs, middle kids and some others. Also eddie vedders masters of war cover or Alex turner doing moomage daydream. Apologies for so many but yeah they’re all great imo
Have you ever been asked to do impressions while singing in the same way that one does with speaking? As in: "Give this speech like Robin Williams as The Genie." and in singing like "Sing Sound of Silence like Duran Duran would sing it." and such? While I cannot really afford anyone's Patreons right now due to just life being a mess, I think it would be awesome to see you talk about that sort of thing and perhaps even try to sing a couple of things in that manner yourself. :)
may i humbly request a reaction to alex brightman singing “i have seen the after” from the musical rope by ryan scott oliver? alex is best known for starring in school of rock and beetlejuice on broadway, and his voice has come an amazingly long way over the years. i would also be curious to hear what you think of his irish accent in the song. cheers!
I'd highly recommend you listen to some of his 90s love performances of this song. The song sounds amazing with his matured voice despite the lack of falsettos
Beth, I am glad you are paying more attention to the music instead of just the singing. (MOST of the singers WANT to be "in a band". Maybe I am wrong. Maybe the singers only want to do karaoke. Maybe, I'm correct. Rock & Roll.
Starting around 2:40....I think drummer is at the wrong show! Everyone else is laid back and chill, and he wants to GO! I had the pleasure of shooting/reviewing an Elton John show in 2018, and he's not as physical on stage any more, but his playing and his singing are absolutely still top form. To be able to stand less than 5 feet from him and watching him work those keys was a near-religious experience.
Hola, muy interesantes tus comentarios en estos vídeos. Me encantan. Me permites sugerir un artista y su grupo que mueve hasta el día de hoy millones de fanáticos? Es Gustavo Cerati con Soda Estéreo y un tema que demuestra toda su genial creatividad, talento y voz "Prófugos". Muchas gracias.
Hi Beth, I love your analysis and reactions to the voices. I would like to ask for an analysis of "Lucas Inutilismo - 2021 em uma musica" (translate: 2021 in a song)(12 million views) lucas is a brazilian youtuber, comedian and talented musician and has been improving his vocals a lot, every year he gathers the most played songs and makes a rock-style mash-up, he did it in 19 and 20 too. the list of songs he plays are in the video comment. I look forward to your video. hugs and success!!!
Hello sister,....!!!!nice reaction and analysis👍. Can u react and analysis "God allow me please to play music" from VOB(Voice of Baceprot) female metal rock band from indonesia please??? Thank you Sis🙏
Bernie Taupin is given nil credit for John's spring to the 'big time.' Nor does Elton himself give credit. Gave us BOOMERS such joy in the early days. Would like to see him go 'back in' to the closet to regain that mastery.
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Elton is always amazing and Bernie's lyrics are brilliantly poetic. When two geniuses coincide in time and space and merge, the result is epic.
The best song that Bernie ever wrote lyrics to was DANIEL. He had to actually imagine Elton's brother losing his vision in a plane crash. I couldn't imagine writing a song like that one....
I agree with you.
You may have missed the word 'reacts' from the title Beth! 😊
You can always tell when Elton is playing the piano😊
Yeah, his style is so busy...complex. Another along the same lines is the drummer, Nigel Olsson. His style is so noticeable when he plays...and oddly, he can't read music. He plays by ear.
@@Ocrilat Elton John studied music at the Royal Academy of Music. He can read music. You can't master musical studies without being able to read it because it's part of the studies to analyze compositions on paper etc.
@@dan7893 Right...but I didn't say Elton couldn't read music. His drummer during his golden era could not (and still can't).
But that didn't stop Nigel Olsson from creating his part in every song he played on. Elton didn't direct the drummer or bassist or whatever at all when they were creating the songs. Each performer decided what they would do on their own, with zero input from Elton or anyone else. It's how they could create so many original songs, so quickly.
Nigel has also written a few songs on his own too. Elton's original band (Nigel Olsson on drums/vocals, Dee Murray on bass/vocals and Davey Johnstone on guitars/vocals) don't get enough credit, imo.
I love this song so much. In the studio version the music is so layered that it feels almost three-dimensional. And the bands backing vocals are just beautiful, especially in headphones.
Who can't appreciate the opportunity to listen to the truly amazing voice of Sir Sir Elton and song writing of Bernie Taupin. Great reaction as always my dear Beth.
Elton has provided the beautiful music of a lifetime. He and the members of the band in this video are on your now and it is his final go round. I saw them in Oklahoma City and it was pure magic. He actually visited with the audience and recounted past visits to OKC. It was sad to hear him say it would be his last.
This was really great Beth, the song, the performance, your reaction. Amazing singer of my time, and he will perform today, or during the weekend maybe, on Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee, what an honor.
I always saw this song as a metaphor for the isolation of being a huge music star.
A great performance of an iconic song! Enjoyed this very much.
His band deserves loads of props
So very few song writing teams are as great as Elton and Bernie, or Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf. Elton's musical talents are endless. I always knew he was great, but after seeing the movie "Rocket Man" it just increased my appreciation for both Elton and Bernie.
Don’t forget Burt Bacharach and Hal David 🫶🏽
Nice. Love seeing the classic Elton John band lineup with Davey Johnstone, Dee Murray and Nigel Olsson (with his massive drum kit 😀)
It still amaze me how someone is able to play an instrument, specially the piano, and signing at the same time.
I'm almost 58, and didn't know it was "burning out his fuze up here alone" until last year. Elton and Bernie were incredible together.
I am 58, and I too didn't quite know what that line was, until my brother told me.
@@stephenderbyshire7849 Makes you wonder how we survived without the internet.
@@briangregory6303 It's another one to add to the misheard lyrics list of songs.
@@stephenderbyshire7849 My wife is the queen of misheard lyrics.
Here's a piece of trivia. Elton John is the pianist who played the piano on The Hollies 1970 hit, "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother".
Thank you Beth for bringing back some wonderful memories of my misspent youth!!
Great singer/writer combo for sure! I grew up listening to him and loved the albums I played to death... And that bass line... holy crap. Put me right back into my early teens. Thanks for doing this song! Really appreciated your take on what and how he's doing his vocal.
His greatness started with Tumbleweed Connection and it continues to this day
Really Really good ❤god bless u
He is the GOAT. Perfection.
I always loved the lyric "burning out his fuse up here alone.."
Ah, the soundtrack to my … fours and fives? one of the first songs I remember hearing a lot, at any rate. 🤗 Great memories.
Just discovered your channel, and I can’t tear myself away! Thank you for these vids, your analysis and enthusiasm are both so engaging!!
In a BBC programe in 2002 (I think), Sir Elton said that he only spends at most.... 30 minutes on a song. If he hasn't gotten the music by then.... he won't... and moves on.
GREAT video of a GREAT musician!! THANK YOU!!! =)
Elton is such an amazing musician.
Now, you should react to William Shatner's version.
*Love, love, live it!!! Sir Elton John has been the soundtrack of my entire life since long, long time ago.*
I’ve loved Elton John since I first heard him.
I love your review and I agree completely
Elton is that rare talent that can never be mimicked... Same as Freddie. You can try, but you'll fail.
For a great break down of the music side of this song, check out Rick Beato's, "What Makes This Song Great."
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Listen to this version: ruclips.net/video/DMBhYnUKr-c/видео.html - he mastered his head voice in 1984-1985
Thanks Beth! Love your stuff!
Can we get a reaction to William Shatner's version of Rocket Man? ;-)
Elton was the Rocket Man, with an early career that soared and rose faster than he could handle. But he eventually did have a safe landing. I first saw him in 1979 with Ray Cooper.
More Elton John please!!
But until you've heard William Shatner parodying himself covering this, you haven't seen Shakespeare the way it was meant to be done :-)
LOOK AT YOUUUUUU DOING SOME ELTON, YEAH BABYYYY!!! :) STAY WELL BETH
Great reaction to a great song! Elton John was my favorite artist growing up and I anxiously waited for each new LP he released.
I have an unrelated request. Could you react to Master the Hurricane by Visons of Atlantis? They are a symphonic metal band with a strong female lead singer. I believe you will enjoy them.
Thank you.
You should react to the NSP cover of Rocket Man, I love the Elton version, but the NSP has become a favourite for me over the last couple of years, it's a unique take.
He played classical piano when he was 5 years old
Sadly he can no longer hit these high notes anymore like he did in his 20s. Such a beautiful voice he had back then. A perfect performer imo. ❤
I've subscribed to your channel several months ago and love your videos. I've also subscribed to you new channel and have enjoyed it also!
Wonderful reaction as always but I think it's time to pop in a little reminder of, in my opinion, the song with the best audience interaction and participation since Queen's Under Pressure at Wembely '86 and that's Sabaton at the Gothenburg concert with the song "En livstid i krig", it's absolutely amazing and since you like live songs please, please take the time to react to that one. I promise you won't be disappointed. But it has to be this one: @, it's in Swedish but there are captions in English for it. I'd love to see what you think of it, and the perspective it's shot from.
@bethroars please react to Robbie Williams Angels or feel live at knebworth! 😊🙏
I can still sing along on this one. All this years after 😂😎
Have you ever listened to Kate Bush’s version of Rocket Man? It was on tribute Album for Elton John
Great analysis Beth. Can you please react to Mark Knopfler Romeo and Juliet (A Night in London). Thanks
Oh yes. Good one!
Wanted to suggest a couple possible reactions for you, I’ve been watching for awhile now and would love to see you do some Aussie bands like DMAs, middle kids and some others. Also eddie vedders masters of war cover or Alex turner doing moomage daydream. Apologies for so many but yeah they’re all great imo
Bernie and Elton were magic together
At this time, Elton's core "band" was four people: Bernie (lyricist), Davey Johnstone (guitar), Dee Murray (bass), Nigel Olsson (drums).
Could you make a video about Taron Egerton? He has also sung the songs of Elton John, but with a different nuance.
I do like your snippets of information though 🇬🇧👍
Have you ever been asked to do impressions while singing in the same way that one does with speaking? As in: "Give this speech like Robin Williams as The Genie." and in singing like "Sing Sound of Silence like Duran Duran would sing it." and such? While I cannot really afford anyone's Patreons right now due to just life being a mess, I think it would be awesome to see you talk about that sort of thing and perhaps even try to sing a couple of things in that manner yourself. :)
You might like Steelheart - I'll Never Let You Go or Tears For Fears - Pale shelter... tough songs to sing.
Would be really cool to see what you think of what Maynard James Keenan did with this song.
Would you react to PTX's The Lucky Ones? Their technique in the song seems particular and interesting to me, and would love a professional's analysis!
Bloody hell lass just enjoy it
may i humbly request a reaction to alex brightman singing “i have seen the after” from the musical rope by ryan scott oliver? alex is best known for starring in school of rock and beetlejuice on broadway, and his voice has come an amazingly long way over the years. i would also be curious to hear what you think of his irish accent in the song. cheers!
I'd highly recommend you listen to some of his 90s love performances of this song. The song sounds amazing with his matured voice despite the lack of falsettos
Beth, I am glad you are paying more attention to the music instead of just the singing.
(MOST of the singers WANT to be "in a band". Maybe I am wrong. Maybe the singers
only want to do karaoke. Maybe, I'm correct. Rock & Roll.
II covered Benny & The Jets last week.
Such excellent piano playing. It hurts my head thinking about the syncopation while also singing like that.
Elton freakin John
And the perfect pairing for this is David Bowie “Major Tom”.
Hey can you react to Ekaterina Shelehova Earth Melodies ? I personally think she has a great voice
Shirley Murdock-As We Lay
Starting around 2:40....I think drummer is at the wrong show! Everyone else is laid back and chill, and he wants to GO!
I had the pleasure of shooting/reviewing an Elton John show in 2018, and he's not as physical on stage any more, but his playing and his singing are absolutely still top form. To be able to stand less than 5 feet from him and watching him work those keys was a near-religious experience.
Inspired by Bowies Space oddity, both cracking tracks
Can you react to Couldn't Have Said It Better by Meat Loaf Live with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra?
Please react to We’ve got tonight or Islands in the Stream from Kenny Rogers
How would you compare Jimmy Barnes and Elton John?
¡So good!
You have to listen “ABRÁZAME MUY FUERTE in Bellas Artes” of Juan Gabriel. :)
Pls. reacts to Russell Hitchcock of Air Supply 😁🥰
Hola, muy interesantes tus comentarios en estos vídeos. Me encantan. Me permites sugerir un artista y su grupo que mueve hasta el día de hoy millones de fanáticos? Es Gustavo Cerati con Soda Estéreo y un tema que demuestra toda su genial creatividad, talento y voz "Prófugos". Muchas gracias.
Now do the Puscifer cover of Rocket Man. Maynard nails it.
Coz it's Maynard and he can sing anything.
Early Elton or Reg, was in my opinion the best music he produced, along with Bernie.
Hi Beth, I love your analysis and reactions to the voices. I would like to ask for an analysis of "Lucas Inutilismo - 2021 em uma musica" (translate: 2021 in a song)(12 million views) lucas is a brazilian youtuber, comedian and talented musician and has been improving his vocals a lot, every year he gathers the most played songs and makes a rock-style mash-up, he did it in 19 and 20 too. the list of songs he plays are in the video comment. I look forward to your video. hugs and success!!!
3:38 Did you just say Twat?? Lol
"Tu tiempo" of odisseo pleace😅
At his best no extra bs .
Hello sister,....!!!!nice reaction and analysis👍.
Can u react and analysis "God allow me please to play music" from VOB(Voice of Baceprot) female metal rock band from indonesia please???
Thank you Sis🙏
reacts to LA CIGARRA Natalia jimenez
lol, I just did a cover of Benny & The Jets
Thom Yorke Reckoner
React to COLDPLAY! !!!!
Hello, i love your content and react. Please, react to Yma sumac. She's a best singer from Peru of all times.
Reply if possible
He keeps is simple not simple but simple for him.lol
when you say something like "head voice",. you need to explain it first time you say it... same with all uncommon wording ;)
Raul Seixas metamorfose ambulante react
You forgot to put 'reacts' in the title. Might end up hurting viewership since its a pretty bog keyword
Pfff no one can top william shatner
YOU must listen to Angelina Jordan. A treat for the whole world.
She does an Elton John song "Goodbye Yellow brick road"
The movie was terrible, but the song is a timeless classic.
Elton is a great pianist.....BUT he never wrote a song .... Thanks to Bernie Taupin for all that greatness'
Elton never wrote lyrics-Bernie did all of the lyrics-no music- Beth- Brian Birch
Bernie Taupin is given nil credit for John's spring to the 'big time.' Nor does Elton himself give credit. Gave us BOOMERS such joy in the early days. Would like to see him go 'back in' to the closet to regain that mastery.
I bet he didn't actually miss his wife...
Maynards version is better imo
I think the next step will be reactions to reactions. I’m getting old.
Has a also vocal coach the constant disruption when the song is favourable is wrong. Use your timing