10 years ago, a very special friend of mine introduced me to this beautiful song, Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters. She has since passed on but every time I hear it, I think of her. And what better way to do that then listening to Elton John :) "i thank the Lord for the people I have found" Thank you Michelle!
Not only did Elton John put on a beautiful show, with his great, steady, never changing beautiful voice, he was also extremly gracious last night, here in Atlanta,Ga.
Ah, i was a 15 year old boy running home from school, racing across the street at the top the hill and then stright down the foot path to my house, thru the front door, into my room, on goes the radio and this song playing off the charts... it come back..thank you..
Elton John has written the music of our times. His talent will live on forever. I just thank God that I lived during his career and was able to enjoy his beautiful music.
This is my favorite song. It has been since I was 9 yrs. old(I'm 24 now). A few years ago I got to see Sir Elton John in concert at Arco Arena in Sacramento CA. I cried when I heard this song.
On Saturday night, March 30, 2013 I witness the best LIVE performance of my life. Sir Elton John played and sang 26 songs for more than 2 & 1/2 hours. Unbelievable performer! Incredible talent!!! His Voice is as good or better than every!!!
One of the best classic Elton songs . . . always reminds me of times in Manhattan . . . terrific memories of Broadway and Times Square and the Village . . .
I was privileged to see EJ in concert back around 1980. He opened with "Funeral for a Friend" - heavy fog banks and EJ dressed in a white suit under white lights. It was so awesome. It's a great memory. :)
Wow his voice has changed so much. But that’s what life is. I love this song the lyrics are so profound to me, and only Elton can perfect this. God bless Elton and Bernie.
His voice has aged with his talent. He could have never had this much feeling in his voice as a young singer, or that much seasoned talent in his fingers. This is an amazing performance.
Love this song!! Can remember singing it in grade school! Thank you for playing it while in Dallas a couple years ago. That evening with Elton Jon he completed all the songs I have to say one of the very best concerts I have ever seen and I have seen many. I hope he plays it again when he is here. ELTON JOHN IS AMAZING/GIFTED!
...some of the very best and most touching comments here. I can echo many of them, but ultimately a beautiful lyric with a matching arrangement, performed by one of the most treasured performers of our modern times...thank you Elton.
From what I've read, seen and heard, this is a saddening description of New York City. A truly-saddening description. I can feel the pain, written from the pen, within the hands' that hold it. I bow-down, curtsy and bend-the-knee to Bernie Taupin and Sir Elton John, from across the Pond. ): 🇨🇦✌🏻🎶🎸♥️🇺🇸✨🌎💫
Elton John, was fantastic last night here in Atlanta Ga, What a beautiful show, and what a beautiful time I had, he is a true "master" of communicating beautiful music. Thank you so much Elton John for taking me back where I wanted to go, and thank you jinzoAgain for posting this video.
The studio version of this song was used (very well so) in the finale of the American version television series "Life on Mars"...whether you liked the show or not this song worked well as the final song played on that show which featured a LOT of "period music". Elton's also had throat surgery which makes me admire his current singing ability even more. Congratulations, sir, for playing Arizona, Israel and Rush Limbaugh's wedding and not being shy about doing so.
Elton John will write history of music and we may experience this wonderful artist in his time. For it Elton and Bernie the warmest thanks in the heart would be laid.
I never thought I would say this, but I used to think that Lennon/McCartney were the best writers/singers, but now I know that the very best are John/Taupin. Super pair....seen them live 8 times since 1972 & have never been disappointed. I thank the Lord for THEM!
Cindy, I completely agree with you! What a catalog of great songs! Most of my favorites were not the hits! My first concert ever was Elton in Las Vegas, October of 1975 (13 years old)
cindy sonntag Discovered him when I was given his box set for my graduation in 1991. Was able to see him live in Salzburg, Austria in 1992, and 9 more times since. Elton is priceless!!
Got to be probably the best pop artist ever - enormous catalogue, not a crap song amongst them, still writing and producing quality music and probably the most consistent and talented live performing artists of our generation
Great comment, very informative. I actually prefer the sound of his voice in this register, it's got a smooth Elvis/crooner quality and he still sings with so much emotion and intelligence.
It’s funny I heard this song on an FM station just after it was released and I said to Myself that’s the best Elton John so go ever heard!. This was 1972, now it’s 2023 and it still remains timeless.
This incredible man has contributed so much to my life...I would not be who I am were it not for his music. THis is my all time favorite song of his. Thank you Reggie.
This song c really gets U thinking! I love this version and pray the lyrics do not B heard in vein!! chackka69 Bless all those 4 2012 I thank the Lord.....!!
I Had a Very Vivid dream about this song last night.... Don't Know! I had to look and watch a few times ... I wonder why I dreamed it in Full Color Vocals? Thanks Elton John...I loved it!
Elton is not only a rare talent.. he is also a rare soul.. who has touched so many people lives in such a good way for such a long time.. We are all the people he is thanking the lord he found...PEACE
Whenever you 'THINK' you can sing.. just watch American Idol when they had 'Elton John Night'.... Yes!!!, He's THAT good... when people 30 yrs younger than him.. are not able to do it........ and these are 'the best'........ then you know just how good this cat is!... Well done Elton... as always, well done.
Sounds very good I like ur songs it would be really nice to see u come alive an let's live again are u afraid of anything.seeing u again is nothing to fear we live only once be happy I luv u.
how can 4 people dislike this??? This song is amazing... Elton is amazing.. His Piano is amazing..... NYC IS AMAZING........ BOTTOM LINE.. THIS PERFORMANCE IS AMAZING !!!!!!!
I love how everyone cheers when he says "New York", without noticing that he is singing about how disappointing and dysfunctional he feels their city is.
Lol...that's the point. It's like a family: they thrive on the dysfunction, it's part of their character. Also, the song was written in the 1970s...a more troubled time for NYC. It's better now.
carbonmonrockside Agree, this song is a somber reality. The disillusionment and condition other people suffer over what their idea a dream of a place or situation versus what’s reality. I don't think it was Spanish Harlem itself, but more a metaphor for the issue of being disillusioned or misled. Dreams vs reality
Word escape me when trying to say how I feel about this guy! Woahhhhhhhhh...he just commands so much respect and I'm not religious (am spiritual) but this guy Elton almost makes me that way! "I thank the lord........." - xoxo You rock! see you tomorrow night Elton!
10 years ago, a very special friend of mine introduced me to this beautiful song, Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters. She has since passed on but every time I hear it, I think of her. And what better way to do that then listening to Elton John :)
"i thank the Lord for the people I have found" Thank you Michelle!
Friend of mine introduced me to W.A.P and got hit by a bus the next day. Ah, memories.
He plays as beautifully as ever! So sharp and precise that the notes just seem to sparkle. His style is instantly recognizable.
One of Eltons greatest long and foregotten gems. Damn, i have allways loved this song !!!!!
Found our Wedding first dance song at last!! Thank you Elton John!
Not only did Elton John put on a beautiful show, with his great, steady, never changing beautiful voice, he was also extremly gracious last night, here in Atlanta,Ga.
my two year old granddaughter is obsessed with this song!
Ah, i was a 15 year old boy running home from school, racing across the street at the top the hill and then stright down the foot path to my house, thru the front door, into my room, on goes the radio and this song playing off the charts... it come back..thank you..
This song is some of Bernie's best lyrics ever. I wish I could write like him!
@Jennifer Puhl miss him? Taupin is still alive.
Bernie...the poet behind the music.
Same here
Bernie will never forgive him for what he did to Candle in the Wind.
My favorite Elton and Bernie song and my all time favorite performance. His voice is rich and stunning. What a gift.
Hearing the audience sing with him gives me chills.
This is R E A L Talent. Nothing like the shit they try to pass off as music today. Long Live Elton !!!
This is by far my favourite song ever. Thank you Sir Elton John for making such beautiful music
elegant, haunting, and beautifully crafted...
Elton John has written the music of our times. His talent will live on forever. I just thank God that I lived during his career and was able to enjoy his beautiful music.
Without a doubt my favorite Elton John song ever......sung beautifully and with such raw emotion....it brings a tear to my eye every time......
One of the prettiest songs ever written. Thanks Bernie and Elton. Trying to incorporate it in our set soon .
This is one of my favorite songs. God Bless New York and Elton John.
"We thank the lord that there are people out there like you."
I have a hard time believing this song has 17 "downvotes". Absolutely magical, his voice and piano playing are just the BEST!
Now it has 33. I can't believe it either.
well statisticly speaking in 1000 clicks at least 10 did it by mistake :P no way you dont get this song right in the feels...its masterpiece!
I think this guy is still singing his heart out no matter he is getting old.
He´s one of the best performers alive
This is my favorite song. It has been since I was 9 yrs. old(I'm 24 now). A few years ago I got to see Sir Elton John in concert at Arco Arena in Sacramento CA. I cried when I heard this song.
On Saturday night, March 30, 2013 I witness the best LIVE performance of my life. Sir Elton John played and sang 26 songs for more than 2 & 1/2 hours. Unbelievable performer! Incredible talent!!! His Voice is as good or better than every!!!
Me to , just different place and time
I have loves this song for 44 years and counting... God bless Mr. Elton John.
One of the best classic Elton songs . . . always reminds me of times in Manhattan . . . terrific memories of Broadway and Times Square and the Village . . .
~~this song is beautiful, Elton is THE ONE !Forever Captain Fantastic !!!!
Heart does an awesome cover of this tune. They kept the integrity and great touch of class to this song as it well deservered.
goose bump time love his voice, peace
SO funny you wrote that, because he is the only musician who every time I hear his voice I get goose bumps.
Beautiful song for NYC! Guy Babylon, we never forget you!
Bless you EJ❤ just the most beautiful song🎼🎶
I wish he would sings songs like this more often at his concerts.
I was privileged to see EJ in concert back around 1980. He opened with "Funeral for a Friend" - heavy fog banks and EJ dressed in a white suit under white lights. It was so awesome. It's a great memory. :)
It's nice to see and hear this song so many years after it was made.
It's one of my favorites too!!!!!!!! Omg I love you Elton John!!!!
This song makes me cry!!!
Awesome lovely lyrics with a Gawjus magnificent voice . . .
I love his music! It helps me through!
Wow his voice has changed so much. But that’s what life is. I love this song the lyrics are so profound to me, and only Elton can perfect this. God bless Elton and Bernie.
"I thank the Lord they're people out there like you" (sweet upload thanks)
I think my favorite song of his.
Me too.
Yes me too
One thing to be said about Elton John, god that man can sing
This song has a certain sound that I love ...one of my favorites....thanks Elton!
His voice has aged with his talent. He could have never had this much feeling in his voice as a young singer, or that much seasoned talent in his fingers.
This is an amazing performance.
He arrived on the music scene fully formed.
Talented and very skilfu on piano❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Elton John, is greater than great : )
Love this song!! Can remember singing it in grade school! Thank you for playing it while in Dallas a couple years ago. That evening with Elton Jon he completed all the songs I have to say one of the very best concerts I have ever seen and I have seen many. I hope he plays it again when he is here. ELTON JOHN IS AMAZING/GIFTED!
...some of the very best and most touching comments here. I can echo many of them, but ultimately a beautiful lyric with a matching arrangement, performed by one of the most treasured performers of our modern times...thank you Elton.
Of all the great Elton John songs/hits, I think this is my favorite . :)
I am so blessed with the family that I have! THANK YOU SO MUCH!
I agree :)
It's such a beautiful song and I love this version. It's even better with his dark voice now than it has been back in the 70s.
I love this song!!
One of my all-time favorite songs
Thanks Bernie! Love the lyrics !!
Great song! Almost never played on radio!
This song is a gem! Elton John is one of the brightest stars in music and an exceptional human being! Thank you so much for sharing!!!
From what I've read, seen and heard, this is a saddening description of New York City. A truly-saddening description. I can feel the pain, written from the pen, within the hands' that hold it. I bow-down, curtsy and bend-the-knee to Bernie Taupin and Sir Elton John, from across the Pond. ):
🇨🇦✌🏻🎶🎸♥️🇺🇸✨🌎💫
Idc what version of this song I hear or what age Elton is when he sings this song, it always makes me tear up. This is a beautiful song.
Elton is one of a kind. He's timeless. There will never be anything like him. And that makes me sad.
that fucking piano is beast
One of the best piano players alive ++ prob in the top 5
Oh, how I love this beautiful song so much!!!
Thanx Elton and thank´s for the clip!
Elton John, was fantastic last night here in Atlanta Ga, What a beautiful show, and what a beautiful time I had, he is a true "master" of communicating beautiful music. Thank you so much Elton John for taking me back where I wanted to go, and thank you jinzoAgain for posting this video.
The studio version of this song was used (very well so) in the finale of the American version television series "Life on Mars"...whether you liked the show or not this song worked well as the final song played on that show which featured a LOT of "period music". Elton's also had throat surgery which makes me admire his current singing ability even more. Congratulations, sir, for playing Arizona, Israel and Rush Limbaugh's wedding and not being shy about doing so.
My favourite Elton John song.
Elton John will write history of music and we may experience this wonderful artist in his time. For it Elton and Bernie the warmest thanks in the heart would be laid.
I never thought I would say this, but I used to think that Lennon/McCartney were the best writers/singers, but now I know that the very best are John/Taupin. Super pair....seen them live 8 times since 1972 & have never been disappointed. I thank the Lord for THEM!
Just my opinion sweetie!
Cindy, I completely agree with you! What a catalog of great songs! Most of my favorites were not the hits! My first concert ever was Elton in Las Vegas, October of 1975 (13 years old)
Nice to hear from an avid Elton fan!
cindy sonntag
Discovered him when I was given his box set for my graduation in 1991. Was able to see him live in Salzburg, Austria in 1992, and 9 more times since. Elton is priceless!!
cindy sonntag Yea I would agree with you! I saw Elton only twice but both times were pronominal!
Far too much genius for me to handle, on too many levels....
Got to be probably the best pop artist ever - enormous catalogue, not a crap song amongst them, still writing and producing quality music and probably the most consistent and talented live performing artists of our generation
Great comment, very informative. I actually prefer the sound of his voice in this register, it's got a smooth Elvis/crooner quality and he still sings with so much emotion and intelligence.
It’s funny I heard this song on an FM station just after it was released and I said to
Myself that’s the best Elton John so go ever heard!. This was 1972, now it’s 2023 and it still remains timeless.
This incredible man has contributed so much to my life...I would not be who I am were it not for his music. THis is my all time favorite song of his.
Thank you Reggie.
Elton's new album The Union, with Leon Russell, is a classic
This song c really gets U thinking! I love this version and pray the lyrics do not B heard in vein!! chackka69 Bless all those 4 2012 I thank the Lord.....!!
I just heard this song today for the first time and it's now on my list of all time favorites. It's so beautiful.
Love you Elton!!!
To heck with it,.....this guy can do anything he wants, great musical skill, thanks much
Great song! Go Elton!
Co written by Elton's longtime friend and coauthor of so many EJ hits, Bernie Taupin. Elton was often the melody maker and Taupin the lyricist. ✌
Good morning to the night
I Had a Very Vivid dream about this song last night.... Don't Know! I had to look and watch a few times ... I wonder why I dreamed it in Full Color Vocals? Thanks Elton John...I loved it!
One of my favorite songs.....
Elton is not only a rare talent.. he is also a rare soul.. who has touched so many people lives in such a good way for such a long time.. We are all the people he is thanking the lord he found...PEACE
this song is a testament to the goodness of man thank the lord for the people i have found hell yeah
Whenever you 'THINK' you can sing.. just watch American Idol when they had 'Elton John Night'.... Yes!!!, He's THAT good... when people 30 yrs younger than him.. are not able to do it........ and these are 'the best'........ then you know just how good this cat is!... Well done Elton... as always, well done.
Sounds very good I like ur songs it would be really nice to see u come alive an let's live again are u afraid of anything.seeing u again is nothing to fear we live only once be happy I luv u.
1st time I ever head this song was on 9'12-2001 while down at Ground Zero.
Elton should never die...
He's the most espetacular artist of his time...
thanks for being in Brazil Jan/09...
My English Bulldog is named Mona Lisa after this song. Love this song, love his talent. EJ is simply the best.
how can 4 people dislike this??? This song is amazing... Elton is amazing.. His Piano is amazing..... NYC IS AMAZING........ BOTTOM LINE.. THIS PERFORMANCE IS AMAZING !!!!!!!
I love how everyone cheers when he says "New York", without noticing that he is singing about how disappointing and dysfunctional he feels their city is.
+carbonmonrockside You should listen to those lyrics again...you didn't get it.
I think the song is about the warmth and humanity that lives beneath NYC's loud, dirty exterior
Until you've seen this trash can dream come true.....
Lol...that's the point. It's like a family: they thrive on the dysfunction, it's part of their character. Also, the song was written in the 1970s...a more troubled time for NYC. It's better now.
carbonmonrockside Agree, this song is a somber reality.
The disillusionment and condition other people suffer over what their idea a dream of a place or situation versus what’s reality. I don't think it was Spanish Harlem itself, but more a metaphor for the issue of being disillusioned or misled. Dreams vs reality
i thank the lord for elton john
I love you Elton John!
I have a ticket for April 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. Hope all goes well for Elton!! Love 💘 him.
Forever a legend
Best on the planet🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
I love this song and the timeless beauty it give to us. Thanks for posting this Jinzo!
I wish I had the the opportunity to listen to this song "live"...
what a song... what a song...
"now I know... (...)"
Word escape me when trying to say how I feel about this guy! Woahhhhhhhhh...he just commands so much respect and I'm not religious (am spiritual) but this guy Elton almost makes me that way! "I thank the lord........." - xoxo You rock! see you tomorrow night Elton!
ser Elton John you are the best.
Best. Singer. Ever.
the more I listen too this song it reminds me of September 11th I dont know is it just me
Wonderful, John!!
elton john fantastic
So much in this song.
what a poem !!!!!!