Goodbye Yellow Brick Road

Good. Not my style, but still pretty enjoyable.

Good album, big fan of Bennie And The Jets, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road & Saturday Night’s Alright. I know/like some Elton John, but I had not heard some of these tracks before.

It’s fine. I probably won’t revisit this one.

I like Elton John, but don't looove Elton John and it isn't something in my normal rotation. I hadn't heard this album front to back before -- I liked it well enough.

What a classical album. With great hits.

Let's start with the album art, which may be a trite exercise, but since it's such an iconic image, I suppose I can be forgiven for sliding into my laziest impulses. So, I don't know, something about Elton peeling off this imaginary one-dimensional world and finding enough depth that he can start to walk through (with the other red-ruby-platformed foot firmly in reality) feels appropriate for this record. The image itself looks slightly psychedelic, but has been faded to lose its once spritely neon glow. And so too does Elton shed the skin off of the aesthetic contours of 60s psych rock in order to help usher in a special breed of anthemic rock-and-roll with flamboyance at the front-and-centre. Bernie Taupin is a severely underrated lyricist who also deserved everything that happened to him after "We Didn't Start The Fire." But, the man can imbue so main pain and sadness in the simplest of phrases - "I've Seen That Movie Too?" "Funeral for a Friend?" "Love Lies Bleeding?" Hell, even "Candle in the Wind" is such an evocative image; the tiniest glimmer of brightness and warmth meeting resistance in the form of a shapeless, unknowable force. He's so good at descriptions of people and what it means to be perceived by people (and of course, by logical extension, the celebrity culture that feeds off this idea like chum to a shark). Does it really get any better than the mohair suit and electric boots, which the narrator only knows because of reading it in a magazine? And does it get even more depressing than seeing that the only thing the press had to say about Marilyn Monroe's death was that she was found in the nude? Maybe, but let's be real, maybe not. Still, he deserves some grief for some truly boneheaded moments in the form of "Jamaican Jerk-Off" (get it? Yeah) and "Dirty Little Girl." In listening to this album and reading reviews, I'm surprised at how little attention is paid to Elton's backing band here, composed of guitarist Davey Johnstone, bassist Dee Murray, and drummer Nigel Olson. Sure, we're not missing out on some secret virtuosos (though, I'm inclined to listen closely to Elton's previous records to be sure), but these are no lazybone-two-bit-players up on stage. There is a slight deliciousness to Dee Murray's bass tone in "Candle in the Wind" as well as a slow, sexy strut in "Bennie and the Jets." At this point, it's become cliché to say this, but "Bennie" is my favourite track of the record. Elton's vocals are aces, the piano sounds like champagne glasses clinking together in a toast that lasts for ages. Johnstone brings in the acoustic guitar right before the chorus (for the aforementioned mohair suit, electric boots combo) in a way that it sounds like change swishing in a pocket in order to convey that Bennie looks expensive and knows it. I never tire of this song. Of course, the band is in full form for "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting," which singlehandedly lifts up the second disc from being an outright snoozefest. There's a world that I wish to inhabit in which the narrator for "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" knows the narrator in Roxy Music's "Editions of You" off of For Your Pleasure, another glam rock album from 1973. It's fun to imagine that two different dudes are hyping themselves up - in the exact same way - to meet up with each other. In short, dudes rock. A-

liked it more than I though I would, will re-listen

Definitely a classic. A bit front-loaded but a great listen overall. A lot of different styles covered. Made for a fun listen in head-fi.

my initial thought when i first saw this album pop up: dorothy? the wizard of oz?? kinda falling behind on time so i won’t be able to write my opinions on every track but. this album is actually so good??? most if not all of the tracks have something interesting to them / they’re just Good, catchy songs. the upbeat songs are so FUN and the slower ones sound like instant classics. the only thing is the album feels way too long 😭 i would give it a 4.5 if i could and i still need more time to digest the entire thing but alas. it only feels right to round the number up 🤭

Nice experience. Was especially captivated by Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding. The album offers variety in musical styles and themes, high production value, an artist who can actually sing, and solid lyrics. However, there is not a single song I would go back to, let alone the album as a whole. For me, it scrapes the boundary to "great". 3.5/5

Starts off hot but gets a little bloated by the end

Fabulous songs surrounded by too much filler.

v good

It's fine. I don't feel too attached to it.

Almost as old as me and its back doesn’t hurt. It is doing well. Loved it.

This is a masterpiece. No skips at all

Un 4, casi 3.

Like many - I know the hits, some of which I like. And I can tell he's obviously an amazing musician/composer. I really liked the biopic Rocketman, and was amazed at just how big he was in the 1970s. 2% of records sold worldwide were his around the time this album came out. Madness. So I was interested to hear an Elton album as it was meant to be heard. It starts with 11 minutes of a band being fucking pleased with itself. Track 2 - Candle in the Wind - not my thing but everyone can tell it's a solid gold song, gorgeous, classic, etc.... Benny and the Jets - I won't mind never hearing that again. US number 1, apparently! Goodbye Yellow Brick Road - finally! Great track, lots going on - surprisingly short (3:12). Sadly 9 tracks of purest shit follow until Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting. There were three songs after that, which was a pity. I don't know how to rate this - some obvious all time greats, but overall I found this tedious and smug.

A unique blend of piano ballads and legitimate rock n roll, led by an extremely proficient front man who can write the catchiest hook imaginable. There is not shortage of fun, nor head-bobbing rhythm. The songs are laden with messages that never dull the delivery, it’s just well produced, well mastered, well written, well executed music that can be played over and over again to a very wide audience.

Doesn’t feel like a double album length due to the quality throughout

Some classics. Does a good job of going between high and low energy songs. It's a lot of Elton John all at once though.

Almost an AMAZING album. If it had been reduced by five or so songs, this would have been a masterpiece. All tracks were full of varying levels of fun and camp (except for “Candle in the Wind”) but that Jamaica song has got to go.

One of Elton's and Bernie's best albums,full of amazing songs, many of them hits.

Some classic Elton John hits. Lots of songs sound the same though

Elton and Bernie at their best. Not really a bad track on the album. A massive hit at the time and it really holds up well. Reading that Bernie wrote the lyrics in two and a half weeks is just incredible and Elton having most melodies in 3 days! The output back then was also crazy this was the second album for Elton in 1973 and GBYBR was a double LP. Stand out tracks: -Candle in the wind -Bennie and the jets -This song has no title -Grey seal -I've seen that movie too -The Ballad of Danny Bailey (1909-1934) -Dirty Little Girl -Saturday night'a alright (for fighting) -Social Disease

Great (but long) album. Very recognizable music.

rips !! way too long tho

I had no idea how good Elton John was. This album is phenomenal in every sense of the word.

Didn't enjoy. The title track is decent, but the rest is very dull indeed.

Surprised by the cultures appropriation in the Jamaica song. Otherwise it’s alright. Saturday is a good song.

What a start to an album. The first 6 or so songs of this are absolutely glorious. Elton John is so talented. Just a shame this was a double album as it would have been perfect as a single, some of the songs in the second half just bored me

Not listened for a while. Doesn't age badly. Good album

Soundtrack of my high school days --not a good thing. Parts of FFaF/LLB sound like they are going to become interesting, but they immediately become too schmaltzy/pop dominated. That approach sets the tone for the rest of the albums. I like half of Grey Seal but that borders on losing me; Dirty Little Girl is the first song that fully reaches me. All the Girls Love Alice nicely drives but the lyrics are a bit appalling--why can't they work together? Too much effort goes in to hearing this album.

Great. Classic

Absolutely great although it did go on a bit long. Fab classics!!!

Was excited to pull out my vinyl copy of this one. I think I mentioned in an earlier EJ review that I don't tend to love his albums, I'm more of a singles guy with this artist. This is an exception to that. I've always loved this album, and though I don't turn to it often, today's listen was a reminder of how good it is. The hits are all great, even if "Candle In The Wind" has lived one too many lives at this point, and there are a good many of them on the album. But the treat is this is rife with excellent deep cuts, there really isn't a clunker in the bag (well, maybe "Jamaican Jerk Off"). I'm all in... the arrangements are right on, the lyrics and vocals are Elton/Bernie at the top of their game — this is a highlight in EJ's catalog for sure.

This album's a bit hit or miss. I've never loved the ponderous opening of the first track, or the entirety of Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting, and I prefer his remake of Candle in the Wind. But the title track is great, and Bennie and the Jets is a personal fave (it reminds me of my dad, who loved it). I dug a few of the deeper cuts, cringed my way through that Jamaican Jerk-Off, and felt kinda meh about a the others. Elton has melodic and harmonic chops for days, but Bernie isn't a great lyricist, and his poetry tends to keep the songs at arm's length. (Although he does have a gift for memorable phrases. Side note: The bass playing (via Dee Murray) is stellar.

Is it heretical to say he should have cut some songs from this album? The songs that hit are just so good and the songs that are lesser known well I can't even remember them now.

Wow, it's hard to believe that this album is 50+ years old! Elton John is at the top of his game and this release contains some of his biggest hits which are also among some of the best songs of the 70's. This album factored heavily in my younger days and it was a great re-visit and still pretty fresh. (Except maybe the way overplayed Candle In The Wind, I had to skip it.)

Quite entertaining. I can see why it was a hit and has longevity. I do find it a bit odd the whole schtick but what the heck do I know

What a classic

Elton in his prime. The guitar and piano parts are just awesome. And impeccable voice

So good! Didn't realize how many of these classic Elton songs were all together on this album!

If you only had to purchase one Elton album... this one encapsulates his tremendous catalog. Save your money buy this.

Another double album that intimidated me, especially because of the first song being almost 12 minutes. But what a listen, once I got going the vibes were fantastic. So many hits that I’ve heard over the years, and it was nice to hear them in the proper album format. Definitely need to be in a certain mood for this one, but overall a fantastic listen.

I've expressed my feelings about EJ in earlier reviews. That said, this is my favourite of his albums. It's a bit too long, but it's still the one I'll return to if I'm ever in the mood.

Full of absolute classics, but this really tapers off dramatically in the second half. With the exception of "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting", pretty much everything after the titular "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" is only alright, and I found myself checking my Spotify several times to make sure it hadn't started a new album without me noticing. The first four songs absolutely kick down the door and really solidify the album as a hit though. I really loved the decision to open the album with "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding", what a way to kick it off.

I've never given Elton John a fair shake beyond his mega-hits. Damn. Sorry.

Tighten it up to 40 minutes and this would be a 5.

4.5

❤️❤️

What a ride! There are so many classics and many I had never heard that I really enjoyed. Most of the songs from this album pulled me into his space—full immersion. He creates a tangible world. I’m not sure why they resonated so much this time around. Maybe it’s because of listening to the full album. He sings about women in such a different way, from seeing deep into Monroe’s despair and isolation to a painted lady and dirty girl; there are many angles. Maybe it’s the lack of sexual attraction, it’s different.

I was really enjoying the shorter albums. So another double album from an artist I think of as a singles artist. While this one has a lot to give. Better than I thought. I still think the signs are the high points. It doesn't really do anything truly interesting and reach in a double album sort of way. Just more ballads. Enjoyed it more than expected but less is more for me...

Love Lies Bleeding // Candle In The Wind // Bennie And The Jets // Goodbye Yellow Brick Road // I’ve Seen That Movie Too // Saturday Night’s Alright // Social Disease

Peak Elton John album, and overall a really great double album, that deserves the hype. 4/5

Some good songs, a bit much at times

A lot more instrumental and piano than I was expecting. This one requires a second listen, but I enjoyed it.

Fantastic , incredible

3 or 4 OK tunes Nothing special Sorry Sir Elton you've been living off this for 40 plus years

dia 01

Man it was boring. Fine background music, no more than that

Might be my mood but I really grooved with this Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting) is such a nice song but I actually prefer the Nickelback cover of it (linked below). I remember back when I was ~9 years old and saw a video of Battlefield 1942 with that cover on youtube. Great kino but I havent been able to find it ever since. Here's Nickelback's cover https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7DL1FUQY9U

Fantastic

Great, surprising

Toen de intro opdoemde, imagineerde ik de opening van de Toppers bij Vrienden van Amstel Live, of iets dergelijks. Wat een walgelijk begin, en met schoenen gevuld met lood tot aan de enkels stond er nog een hele kluif te wachten. 1 uur en 16 minuten, godscriminelen. Ik wilde stoppen, maar ik heb me kranig verweerd tegen die instinctieve drang. En wonder boven wonder, het opvolgende trio - 'Candle In The Wind', 'Bennie And The Jets' en de titelsong - zorgde zowaar voor de ommekeer, en begon ik mezelf zelfs stiekem te vermaken (niet doorvertellen). Zo'n ballad als 'Candle In The Wind', die vooral bekend is van de live uitvoering bij Diana's uitvaart, is me vaak iets te kitscherig, en je bent direct bang dat de hele plaat vol staat met soortgelijk gejammer. Maar dat deed het niet, hooguit in mondjesmaat. Aandoenlijk nummertje, moet gezegd worden. De piano-driven 'Bennie And The Jets' is vintage Elton John. Een lekkere jam, die aanvoelt als Supertramp in z'n betere dagen. Die piano is natuurlijk weer de lijm die het album bijeen houdt, zoals vaak bij Elton John, maar het album heeft wel wat meer te bieden. De grootste kracht is de energie van het menneke, die eigenlijk tot het einde van het album aanstekelijk is. Op een aantal momenten na, zoals tijdens het ronduit smeerpijperige 'Jamaica Jerk-Off'. Het niveau daalt sowieso een beetje vanaf dat moment, en het had het album goed gedaan als er minimaal één kantje was geschrapt. Maar zoals ik al zei, ook tegen het einde levert hij aanstekelijke poprock, zoals in de rock & rollers 'Your Sister Can't Twist' en 'Saturday Night's Alright'. Die tweede is voor mij het hoogtepunt van het album, en heeft de kwaliteit van een Stones hit uit de 80s. Ik weet niet of het een objectieve beoordeling is, of dat het komt doordat ik de eerste 5 minuten een teiltje had vol gebraakt, waarna er een miraculeuze wederopstanding plaatsvond, maar het beviel me eigenlijk best aardig. Interessanter en vermakelijker werk dan op het reeds beoordeelde album van Elton Sjon. 7,5/10 Highlights: Bennie And The Jets Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting)

Eerste reactie: dit album duurt veels te lang. Mede daarom vind deze plaat een soort Prog-pop album. Tuurlijk is er veel ruimte voor de zanger Elton maar de grootse arrangementen, gierende solo's en lange songs geven het album een echt 70's prog-tintje. Andere link die ik zie ik de piano-rock waar ook Queen groot mee geworden. Nou ook daar loop ik niet zo warm voor. Dieptepunt daarvan is This Song Has No Title. De klassiekers zitten in het begin van het album, de tweede helft is minder herkenbaar en weet me ook veel minder te boeien. De klassiekers zitten voor mij op het randje tussen cringe (not my thing) en raak. Slechts 2 nummers zijn voor mij raak, de rest weet mij niet te overtuigen. Dat is ook mede omdat de langdradige 70-s muziek mij steeds minder weet te bekoren. Wat moet het een opluchting zijn geweest dat 1977 aanbrak... 6/10 Highlights Saterday Night's Alright (powerpop -vive) Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (te catchy)

Hits were good but man this was boring. I guess the power operatic rock thing was cool in the 70s but it has no charm for me.

This is a wonderful album full of amazing songs

Liked it quite a bit. Hadn't really listened to Elton John before that much, so it's something new Liked especially on this album: "the Ballad of Danny Bailey" and "All the girls love Alice"

ive been an elton john hater for a while now, ive heard this album in the past and thought it was kinda ass. ive listened to individual songs since then and none of them did much for me. in listening again i actually really enjoyed it. i can see why the songs didnt do much for me by themselves but together it becomes a really cohesive album. i cant quite give this an 8/10 yet but i will give it a strong 7/10 for now and come back to it again soon.

My very first Elton John album and one I was excited to dive into considering I generally enjoy the title track. Aside from that ambitious, foreboding synth opening, this album has quite the established formula encompassing its hour-plus runtime. It's a formula that's hard to hate though, perfectly capturing that gleeful 70s piano rock sound with many memorable melodies and a very distinctly light piano style performed primarily by Elton himself. It's good fun all the way through which is all I was really hoping for out of this. I will say though, I generally enjoy the slower ballad-type tracks like 'Candle in the Wind' and 'Roy Rogers' as opposed to the rockier tracks like 'Saturday Night's Alright'. While I mentioned there is a "formula" here to be lulled into on this relatively long experience, there was never really a moment where the songs sounded too alike or anything - probably because of the generally diverse sonic palate. While not every song hits (I can't say I liked 'Jamaica Jerk-off' or 'Dirty Little Girl'), the sheer amount of great 70s bops here makes up for it.

Yes yes yes

Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding 3.8 Candle in the Wind 3.8 Bennie and the Jets 4 Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 4.2 This Song Has No Title 3.5 Grey Seal 3.6 Jamaica Jerk-Off 3.2 I've Seen That Movie Too 3.7 Sweet Painted Lady 3.6 The Ballad of Danny Bailey (1909-34) 3.4 Dirty Little Girl 3.5 All the Girls Love Alice 3.4 Your Sister Can't Twist (but She Can Rock 'n Roll) 3.6 Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting 4.1 Roy Rogers 3.5 Social Disease 3.5 Harmony 3.7 Whenever You're Ready (We'll Go Steady Again) 3.6 Jack Rabbit 3.2 Screw You (Young Man's Blues) 3.6 Candle in the Wind (2003 acoustic remix by Greg Penny) 3.6 Score: 3.623809524

Great album, lots of hit songs. I have never actually heard the whole thing, there are a lot of good songs that aren't hits. It's a great album that I will listen to again.

benny and jets hits home

This improved my opinion of Elton John. While I recognize his talents, I have always been bothered by his grand affectation. But the rocking parts of this album are hard to deny. The consistent mention of “dirty little girls” and “tender young Alice” set of alarm bells for me. Different times I suppose.

Luv

I've heard this one many times over the years as my parent had it on vinyl. I'm reminded of the crazy long amount of time it took us to see Elton John fir his Farewell yellow brook road tour. I bought tickets fir the show in Milwaukee in January 2018 for a February 2019 show. About 2 weeks before the show it gets postponed for "technical reasons" until Octobet 2019. Luckily it still happened and ended up being the last concert I saw before Covid shut everything down a few months later. Anyway, classic album love it!

Just beautiful... This is a great album and everything mixes so well. The lyrics can at time seem like gibberish but that is part of the appeal to me. On the surface you just want to dance around but deep down it says something

I've been a fan of the title track for awhile. This album really deepens my appreciation for Elton John's work. He's pretty genius. Love the instrumentation in all the songs. Love how he switches gears from an island diddy (Jamaica Jerk Off) to a fun surf'n usa rock and sock hop vibe (Your Sister Cant Twist but She Can Rock N Roll). Awesome song. Grey Seal has great energy. Dirty Little Girl (damn). Okay. I'm a fan. Hope to hear more Elton John Albums!

Elton John is a treasure. His 70’s records are among the best made by anybody that decade. Goodbye Yellow Brick Road is a beast with some of his biggest hits, but also some of his better deep cuts such as Sweet Painted Lady and Dirty Little Girl. For more Elton greatness, I’d recommend Madman Across The Water, Blue Moves, Honky Chateau, and Tumbleweed Connection. What a gift of a musician!!

I really like Elton, and this album has such a rich tapestry of instrumentation. Hard not to love.

Listening to Elton John it always feels so odd that he didn't write his own lyrics; the songs feel so cohesive. There's no question many songs on this album are iconic and Elton's musical ability and showmanship are unmatched in his style. This hits all the marks it tries to and sounds natural to do so. The intro song's instrumentals really start off bold and strong. There's some chaff that should've been cut here but there's too much gold to be weighed down by Jamaica Jerk off.

This is not perfect, but it sets a high bar for it's self. Almost a greatest hits album, some trash and one embarrassment. Bernie Taupin and Elton John are masters at creating songs. Despite it's blemishes, I'm compelled to give it a 5

9 months ago I fractured my humerus in a cycling accident and had it pinned. This operation failed and I remained in pain. 2 months ago I had a full shoulder replacement and I’m now going through a painful rehab. I’d rather go through all of this again than listen to another minute of this idiot.

I didn't expect to enjoy this album as much as I did. Having it start with four of his strongest songs must have played a part. I was surprised at how 'rocky' it was in places, and I was surprised to discover that it wasn't just 'Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting' that rocked. The whole album was pretty solid from start to finish, but why does a pop star of any era, feel the need to do a faux country number? Italy a 4 star for Reg.

some of the lyrics are questionable but the instrumentals are gooood and i like this sound so i can half forgive it

Just under a 5 (I'm looking at you Jamaica Jerk-off and Roy Rogers) but then probably could have been a single album. Lots of really special songs and arrangements here. In general, I am a causal Elton John fan but this is definitely one of the greatest albums

I’d never listened to this album before and I was pleasantly surprised that I knew quite a few of the songs. Lots of bangers for sure.

5 Stars!! Absolutely a legend!!

Goat

I don't see how you can't like this era of Elton John. Some tracks are better than others, sure, but this album is full of classics.

4 all time songs in "Candle In The Wind", "Benny And The Jets", "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" and "Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting)" amd, frankly, I've given other album 5 stars for much, much less...

Love him.

Bennie and the Jets and a few other tracks are here, but nothing else stands out.

It was great

some hits. that Jamaica song is kinda weird eh?

Candle in the Wind, Bennie and the Jets, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road and Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting are still relevant songs in popular music and played in many live performances.

4.5/5

What the heck even was “Jamaica Jerk-Off”??? Pretty decent album otherwise.

So many bangers, just a great album. First few tracks are the best.

His best work

Classics

GB yellow brick road has had a chokehold on me ever since I saw the Rocketman movie on my way back from Taiwan last year. Adore that song. I really appreciate Elton now. This album just has so many bangers it's hard to give it anything less than 5*. I knew the hits would be highlights for me, but I also really enjoyed many other tracks. Even Jamaica jerk-off, if you forget for a sec that this is Elton John, is a really enjoyable song. Album dips a little in the middle, and I didn't love the country-ish tracks (roy rogers and social disease). Highlights: goodbye yellow brick road, candle in the wind, bennie and the jets, funeral for a friend/love lies bleeding, saturday night's alright for fighting, grey seal

- as one of my first forays into 70s music in general (in regards to whole albums), this seems pretty impressive to me - bold decisions, throughout the album and perhaps most visibly with the opener - often very full and thought out arrangements, for the short time it was created in - some of it is not for me, as i take quick issue with certain cadences and chord changes, but that's more my fault than Elton's - does seem to have a bit of filler - i would blast Grey Seal all day

Wonderful

Good album. This has some really solid piano/pop ballads and is just a fun listen. I'm not a deep Elton John fan, but he has a lot of songs that I think are phenomenal. ****

It’s a classic for a reason, although suffers a bit from double LP syndrome

Ahhhh, Young Elton John when his genius was on full display! When the youngsters don’t appreciate him, understandably thanks to Disney, this album and Honky Chateau are where I send them to school.

absolute brilliance.

"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" rocked music charts and is considered one of Elton John's greatest works, which is saying something considering his prodigious career. Pop rock, John has a remarkable knack for creating hits that make the listener to get up and dance. The successful tracks outweigh the other more lackluster and obscure tracks on this double album. This album produced greats including "Bennie and the Jets," "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting," and the title track, "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road."

Piano based rock is always at risk of becoming showtunes, and this is no exception. The vocal performance is really good, and at its best there's a fun flamboyance to the unbridled 70s cocaine excess of the production/arrangements. But I have never, and still don't, understand the hype with Elton John. The songwriting comes across as clever and referential/winking genre tributes more than anything. He was early on the reggae appropriation trend (Jamaica Jerk Off), but good lord is that an abomination. He anticipates some of the sound of new-wave with the hoped up synthy rock & roll (Sister Can't Twist). His attempt at a Rolling Stones honky tonk song (Saturday Night) is good and would be a nice fit on Sticky Fingers. It's impossible to listen to Candle in the Wind without your skin crawling from the mawkish sentimentalism the British public has imbued that song with since the 90s. Bennie and Jets and All the Girls Love Alice and are fun. The Nashville-sounding country twist with cloying strings and lap steel on Roy Rodgers is a funny touch, taking a silly saccharine ballad about a TV cowboy to ludicrous levels of camp - I think it might be my favorite track.

When people use the term "magnum opus", this is what their frame of reference should be. A sprawling collection of songs both glamorous and tragic from one of the greatest performers of our lifetime (and his equally talented songwriting partner). Magnificent.

Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding was one of my favorite elton songs as a kid. The timbre of the synths and guitar in the intro sound sorta cheesy but melody is there and the overall make an epic intro to this song, and Love Lies Bleeding is great. Don't think I ever need to heard candle in the wind again. The syncopated piano chords with the one-off inversions during Bennie and the Jets gets me every time. Jamaica Jerk Off is aptly titled. Sweet Painted Lady, All the Girls Love Alice, Saturday Night are all bops. Overall felt a bit long, but even the weak songs are boosted by Elton's vocal delivery, which can be honky tonk charismatic, soulfully wailing, or just delivered with his distinct swagger.

Thought I would enjoy this more. Maybe I just wasn’t in the right mood

Album 422 of 1001 Elton John -Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Rating : 5 / 5 I could easily go a point lower in my rating but I'll consider the album itself as well the legendary status it has attained over time and that it is perhaps the greatest of Elton's albums. I am one who thinks it could have been done in a single album but I'll take all it gives me. Side 1 is one of the most enjoyable album sides I've ran across. I don't feel the rest of the album holds up to Side 1 but I enjoyed listening again and do have a better appreciation for the lesser known tracks.

Surprised this is only the 2nd Elton John album here considering some artists have 5-6. Anyway this is him at his height with some super powerful but still sad songs. love this album

very cool but also not really something i would listen to on repeat.

Ok album. Knew a number of the songs. A good listen...

A straight forward set of pure 70’s pop.

Talented, competent, but it just doesn't touch me - something like Queen. Happy to acknowledge it as a milestone album though

This is the hallmark of Elton John's albums. But you must like his style. I find that under the exciting arrangements there's always a bit of a similiar formula.

Usually an artist I listen to greatest hits of. Also has always been in later career in my memory and a bit of a caricature of an artist for me. I loved hearing a full album when he would have been at the height of a serious artist.

Never listened to an Elton John album before. Skipped the hits which halved the listening time. Quite enjoyed the rest. Like the way Grey Seal rocks out towards the end. 11 minute opening song is ballsy. But then I guess Elton had license to do what the hell he liked by this point. Rock Opera at its finest if that’s your kind of thing. Jamaica Jerk Off indeed……

So who knew the only Elton John songs I actually like are all on the same album! So I enjoyed this much more than I thought I would. Really good song writing obvs but generally I just like the sound/production of it. Downside is that it was a bit long and dragged a bit + Jamaican Jerk off is awful (why is that even on there).

Prefer Billy Joel but needs must. Sure there is a time and place for Elton, that was the 70s. Quite a funny reggae track on here and SNAFF is most enjoyable. Therefore dos stats.

this one has really grown on me

I never really payed Elton John much attention. That might have been a mistake as this is yet another excellent album (after Madman across the Water). Not good enough for 5 stars but an easy 4.

Liked Songs Funeral for a Friend Candle In The Wind Bennie and the Jets Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Grey Seal Sweet Painted Lady

OMG! How did I not ever listen to this properly? All the big hits like Candle in the Wind, Bennie and The Jets, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road and Friday Night's Alright for Fighting are so familiar they're almost background music. But the deep cuts surprise – including Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding and The Ballad of Danny Bailey (1909–1934). Jamaica Jerk Off hasn't aged well. But this is a masterpiece – amazing to think so many tracks, and such a journey!

Have on vinyl - a fun record which is long but varied enough that it doesn't overstay its welcome. Peak glam

I love this album, have it on vinyl and CD. I stopped listening to it because some of the songs on it got overplayed on the radio, to the point that I don't want to spend anymore time of my life listening to music and hearing these songs again. But hey, now that I stream everything it's easy to say "Hey alexa/google/siri next song."

That it's a double album opening with an eleven minute proggy song is a sign of when the album was made, but it was likely still a gutsy choice for Elton John. The song takes time to develop and is not bad per se but it is also not the reason this record is a classic. I wonder how many people just put the needle on the record starting with track 2 back then because the following 2-3 tracks are absolute smash hits. In fact after these, the rest of the album is good but in an uneven, meandering pastiche kind of way. Kind of like the 70s itself? Maybe the first song is both the decade and the record in miniature in its own way. Honestly, I think once he committed to a double album it led to some bloat that would've otherwise been avoided in a different era. For me, I would prefer to cut out songs like "Your Sister Can't Twist", "Social Disease" for release in some other format. I'd wrap up with "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" immediately followed by "Harmony" as the mellow closer.

I think this is Elton’s best overall album. The piano is excellent and his voice is in its prime.

Beltin Elton knows how to write and sing great songs. I understand why people won’t like this due to the length but the storytelling is pretty good. I might listen to this again. Just remember Beltin Elton

I have now discovered that I am not a big fan of Sir Elton. I mean his voice and piano sounds great and he's a lot better than a lot of the crap we've had to endure on this list but I am just not a fan of his work or this album. I do find it kind of perplexing why I dislike so much of this album and yet I like Meatloaf so much but I think it comes down to the feel of the two artists. Elton just has too much glitz and glamor and overall pizzaz. Meatloaf felt more real and tangible and earthy. Also this album is just kinda too long it really could've been a wee bit shorter and maybe this would have gotten three then.

pros-lots of variety of music/lyrics, he is a very talented musician. cons-album is pretty long & so are several tracks. his voice is ok, I've never been a huge fan & this album did nothing to move me in that direction.

Iconic. Ive seen Sir Elton live but it's not a vibe and it's replayability is low.

A lifelong “old friend” album. So much here.

I like Elton John, but in smaller doses. Maybe I’ve just been over exposed over the years. I can easily listen to this album, but I probably wouldn’t choose to do so.

Thought I loved Elton John, but I now know I only loved the hits; and harmony.

This album was sick. Having never really listened to Elton John beyond Rocket Man, I knew he made pop/rock music, but this had so much musicality it was insane. My favorite by was I've Seen That Movie Too, but there were several that stood out between This Song Has No Title, Grey Seal, Sweet Painted Lady, etc. Cool album that really just is plain fun to listen to.

Ahhh Sir Elton, most would say this was his peak. Overall an excellent album that has some very strong and very well know songs. Though it's not my favorite, it's a bit long and few songs are really just ok. Still a no brainer 5 star.

I’m not a big EJ fan but there’s no denying there is a unique brilliance to his sound and lyrics which have had a major influence on pop. Some true gems on this record. Dragged down a bit by the hokey Candle in the Wind.

Lots of ups and downs for me on this record. I've never been an Elton John fan. I'm also good if I never hear Candle in the Wind again. But some of those other singles are really catchy. So maybe a 3.

One of, if not my, favorite Elton John albums. The collaboration between John and Taupin is just wonderful, the lyrics are fun and interesting, and the piano is great. Terrific album and one of the few double albums so far that I haven't thought was too long.

Some HOF tracks on this one. If you have any interest in Elton, this is a good a place as any to start.

Let's start with the good - This album opens so perfectly. You have an absolutely amazing set of four songs that highlight John's songwriting capabilities, musicianship, and charisma as an artist. Side B continues strongly with "This Song Has No Title" and "Grey Seal" both of which are fun and bright and keep the energy going. Other standout songs to me were "I've Seen That Movie Too," "Sweet Painted Lady", "All The Girls Love Alice", and "Harmony" What I don't like - Let's start with Jamaica Jerk-Off - which I have very mixed feelings about. At times, I loved it, at most times, I hated it. I like the diversity it brings to the sound of the album, but at first listen thought it seemed out of place. I also am not a big fan of "Saturday Night" - partly just find it obnoxious. I think overall the album is strong and fun, but can be shortened a tiny bit for perfection.

I never really dove into Elton John, but the songwriting here is just magical.

El primero es un temazo. Luego va decayendo, pero mantiene un buen nivel

Listened to this twice in the past few months and can never remember if I really enjoyed it. So certainly does not have staying power in my brain. I’m thankful that it gave us Biz Markie’s ‘Benny and the Jets’.

I have to admit, this one was way better than the last Elton John album I had.

Another solids album!

good listen, a lot of hits all on the same album

4/5. From the gate, just 25 minutes of amazing songwriting then a huge drop of quality. Song Has No Title and Jamaica and huge fumbles especially after the first four songs. The rest of the album kind of goes up and down in quality but overall, a great album full of singable and well-written songs. I think this is a good double album, 15-20 minutes per side, but maybe just like 3-4 songs less and it would be perfect. It's also Elton, hard to have a full miss with the king. Best Song: Funeral/Love, Candle in the Wind, Saturday Night, I've Seen That Movie Too

Bellissimo audio, pieno di idee nuove.

It's all very Elton John. It's kind of bouncy, I guess, but good christ, it's too long. All of the songs pretty much sound the same, so an hour and 15 minutes or whatever is just too damned long. 2 stars because it's not awful, but I'll be happy to never hear any of these songs ever again.

This is one of the rare albums that is phenomenal throughout (I can ignore Jamaica Jerk-Off based on the strength of the rest of the side). That is quite the feat for a double album. "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" is about as good as it gets for an intro track. Elton John's full range is showcased, both in terms of vocals and songwriting, with great lyrics by Bernie Taupin. This is a great album.

His style is immediately recognizable! I think it's the piano that does it.

Before giving it a listen today I knew it was between a 4 and a 5. Spent the whole day listening to it, had a great time, our Elton gets a 5.

Hey kids, what a start! Disc 1 Side A is smash hits, all legendary songs. Side B still really strong. Disc 2 Side C not that good. We weren’t familiar with the songs and realized that we never really listened to this side. Strong finish on D with Saturday Night and Harmony. Uncle Danny had this album, sides A and D got a lot of play. Hour sixteen didn’t seem too long, in fact the album was over before we wanted it to be. (3.9*)

This man is a force to be reckoned with and it shows. Less than a minute in and you just know there's something special here. Very strong full album, fun listen, really enjoyable, and not even too long. I just convinced myself that this album alone can convert someone into an Elton fan. It fucking slays.

It has some hits. It has some filler. Could be a single album if a few got shaved in length or cut out. Still not too long a double disc at 1.25 hours. Benny and the Jets always hits. I like use of guitar on some of the songs song it does not seem like the piano is the lead. Probably the best full album by Elton.

Elton's finest album. Despite the length it's pretty strong from start to finish. Even the weakest songs don't need to be skipped and there are enough hits and recognizable songs to get you through the whole thing. Well deserving of all the praise. The opening side belongs in the pantheon of all time great album sides. A must-listen for so many reasons. 3.85 stars

Chalky

A classic in every way!!

The big songs on this record are fantastic. I'm not much of an Elton John guy though, we'll see though.

Album 5 of 1001 Elton John - Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Rating : 5 / 5

Amazing!

Elton John was great in the first half of the 70s, and this was far and away his best.

the titular song is definitely the standout and one of the best songs out there. every else holds up pretty well too

Was aight

Knew a bunch of these already and really enjoyed the album

"...This boy's too young to be singing the blu-uu-ues, ooooh..." A classic. Best songs are "Funeral For A Friend / Love Lies Bleeding" (what an opener) and "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road."

Such great musicianship - I can’t help but think there’s an amazing ten song album here, but the bloat doesn’t help.

Very famous album I enjoyed it but there’s a few songs on their I don’t enjoy

Good album, not his best work but I absolutely adore the title track. Easily my favourite song by Elton

A classique. Not my fav John tbh but still good. My dad loves this one which makes sense to me. I prefer the more science fiction Elton. Candle is the wind makes me teary. I remember driving to school once and my dad pointing out Marilyn's apartment. It seemed to have made a big impact on him, the song and her. Bennie and the jets reminds me of the world I thought I was growing up into. Boys in high heels and sunset blvd but its no longer there. I wasnt exited this was my first album but by the end I felt chills. I love it all. My ratings are dumb, dont take them seriously. 3.5

Liked every song. Even the ones i hadn't heard were unique and made Olivia wanna dance. 5 stars

Phenomenal

4.5/5 Great album, listened to a lot of Elton John, only never a full album. There are so many good songs on this album, but also a few which are mediocre. That’s why I can’t give it 5 stars. Favourite songs: - Bennie and the Jets - Goodbye yellow brick road - Grey seal - Saturday night’s alright

Starts out really good. Has lots of classics on it but it's too long and there's some really weak tracks

Tvöfaldar plötur eru rúnk, þessi ekki undantekningin. Smellirnir smella. Á skilið aðra yfirferð. 3,5.

Aside from the Jamaica song was perfect

I love this album.

Nice

Much better to listen to than Madman Across The Water. Very dated-sounding intro, though, and you do wonder what on earth he was thinking with Jamaica Jerk-Off.

I feel like I’m in a western musical or sumin 🔥🔥 intro track the best

Lovely use of piano, excellent musician Fav: This Song Has No Title Pretty good tbf, some songs quite long tho

One sounded like a song from ratatouille

How can you hate this guy

i really liked it. defo going to relisten to some tracks.

Just straight fire. Benny and the jets and goodbye yellow brick road are obviously classics but even the other tracks were awesome. Also the opening instrumental was delicious

Pretty fun, much like queen elton john is an artist i dont think you can hate , best songs on the album are goodbye yellow brick road and saturday nights alright stand out in particular

der große Elton John... "Candle in the wind", einfach großartig

Fantastic from front to back, a lot of great talent on here and a real showcase of Elton John's best. Almost feels like a greatest hits album

This falls into the genre of album where it could be mistaken for a greatest hits album. Highlight after highlight.

Too much fat on this steak. And cheese.

Great album. I knew most of the songs, but totally enjoyable listen.

has some awesome moments and some forgettable parts. wish it was shorter with just the bangers

Great listen. In the future will only listen to specific tracks.

Top of his form and showcases the full range of his skills from rocking out to ballads and story telling.

So very good

You know, I wouldn't usually be excited for a 76-minute long album. That is, unless, it's from an artist that I'd want to listen to for 76 minutes at once. Fortunately, I am more than okay with listening to 76 minutes of Elton John, especially since this is some of his best work. This album's amazing! I love the variety in the sound of the album. You've got slower, more emotional songs like "Candle in the Wind" balanced out by fun, energetic songs like "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting". Both styles work very well. I noticed a few themes that show up throughout the album like love and fame. That's pretty cool. Of course, Elton John's singing is top-notch, with the writing on the whole album being just as good. I've got to give props to Bernie Taupin for his work on this thing. Somehow this album doesn't drag on as much as one might expect. Is the album pretty long? Yes, and I think a song or two could've been cut. Regardless of that, this is absolutely an album that's worth listening to. 5/5.

Love the first song. Some great songs but got a bit boring.

Aight

А старина то оказывается жаришки давал, а не только под хвост баловался

Kakav opener! Dugacak ali raznovrsan album, kako tematski tako i zanrovski. Sve u svemu ugodno iznenadenje. Favs: Funeral for a friend, Candle in the wind, I’ve seen that movie too, Saturday night’s alright 8/10 = 4+

Very nice little album, enjoyed it and there were even some songs that I recognised. I can imagine how much people would've enjoyed this album 50 years ago, and it's still pretty bop-y.

- Was intimidated by the length but was very enjoyable - Some absolute bangers in the second half (Saturday Night's Alright, All The Girls Love Alice) - Elton is a master on the piano - Great variety of sound

- Saturday Night’s Alright (For Fighting) is an all time great. Makes me want to hit the Oklahoma drill in the bar with the fellas - the 4 song stretch to start this album is stunning - Grey Seal and Jamaica Jerk-Off surprised me in a good way - there are a few fillers in here

Touches of Pink Floyd. The singles are amazing. The rest of it, eh. This didn’t need to be a double album and it’s not his opus, but it is pretty great.

Some very high highs on the beginning but it kinda does taper off towards the end. Still very enjoyable but probably won’t return to some of the later tracks

great

Loaded album

Great album. 5/5

Music isn't bad here, but I'm a little turned off by the weird sexual undertones. Too many references to 16 year old kids and other songs with overt double entendres. Not my cup of tea. Fav tracks: Funeral For A Friend / Love Lies Bleeding, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road

It wasn't a bad album, I think I needed more time with it. This song has no title was my favorite track, but again I think I needed more time with it to form an opinion.

Such a hot start. I feel like EJ has Bruce Springsteen syndrome; if half of the material was held back instead of released, so much more of it would be amazing. Which I suppose is true. “It’s a hundred floors of frights. They ain’t all gonna be winners…”

Some good songs and gorgeous production on here. Jamaica Jerk-Off is really bad.

I like Elton John, some of the songs in this album are exceptional, and none of them are bad, but most of them didn’t do much for me. He’s great in this album if not very consistent.

Pas fan d'Elton mais là, c'était génial.

This album comes out swinging. Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding, Candle in the Wind, Bennie and the Jets, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road... What a way to start an album! Overall, an amazing record! Favourite songs: Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting), Your Sister Can't Twist (But She Can Rock 'n' Roll), Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Candle in the Wind, Bennie and the Jets, Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding, All the Girls Love Alice, Jamaica Jerk-Off, Roy Rogers, Social Disease, Sweet Painted Lady, Dirty Little Girl Least favourite songs: I've Seen That Movie Too 5/5

7/10

Never took the time to listen from start to finish, although I know quite some of the songs. Some hidden favorites of mine are grey seal and I've seen that movie too. I loved the long intro song, Funeral for a friend, which felt like 2 or 3 songs. Quite an experience.

Classic Elton ❤️ Loved this one

Some great jams on this one. The title track is a personal fave. I never get tired of hearing it. That said, I think a double LP is too much EJ for me in one sitting. And I like him! It just felt like a lot of the same sound. I could hear echos of Benny and the Jets in several other songs. 3.8

It's good but gets long -- they could've gotten it down to a tight 2 sides. Some solid radio hits and decent others. 3.8

A classic!

Elton John never really works for me

I quite enjoy this album, lots of diverse sounds. I still haven't done a proper focused listen with my ears on, but definitely want to at some point. I love the dreamy spiralling sound of the title track that never really lands on a resolution harmonically. The rest of the album has a mix of superstar hits, fun bangers, with a hint of pisstake/cliche exploration (I'm looking at you, Social Disease). Much entertainment.

First listen - ok, some classics there, plonky piano n classic Elton vocals, and what's all the rest of the music, it just blurs. Second listen - hang on, there's something there, that 'Jamaican Rub' track is kind of interesting. So different to the rest. Actually, its all kinda different. Hmm. *scratches* Third listen - what a diverse performance, so many styles done so well, it's a honker of a long album too. I keep getting distracted. So joyous and interesting ...

I hate how this site only does it out of 5 instead of out of 10, as this feels like one of the most 7/10 albums I can think of.

Better than I expected. I thought Elton John was boring and irrelevant, but listening to this album has made me interested in listening to more. Not every track is a winner, but they're all well-constructed and pleasant to listen to. A fun blend of rock, pop, prog, and folk.

Wonderful

I don't really know where this album ranks among other super famous/celebrated albums. It's not up there for me. The lyrics didn't resonate a whole lot and it's a pace wasn't something I was able to get in sync with. To conclude, none of my favorite Elton John songs are on this album, and I have a few.

Elton John :)

This does drag on a bit, but there is no denying that on the whole, this is a fantastic album. Elton John is undeniably one of the greatest songwriters of all time, and oh boy does that man know how to play the piano. The vocals are amazing, such passionate delivery, and the music in just about every song is so perfectly crafted. While Elton John (in my opinion at least) wasn't as groundbreaking or ahead of his time as some of his contemporaries (*cough* Bowie *cough*), he is still amazing at what he does, and has made some incredible albums.

Man, what a great album! Wife and I were able to see Elton on the second to last US show at Dodger Stadium for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in 2022 and it was absolutely amazing. Only bad moment was I was literally taking a piss as Elton began the opening piano riff and lyrics for Rocket Man; I couldn't rush back to my seat fast enough. It did make something pretty clear: besides Paul McCartney, I can't think of many performers that could theoretically play a full concert on two consecutive nights and not really have to repeat a song due to having SO many hits. I love the early, more folksy Elton from his first few albums, but here's where he blossomed into the ENTERTAINER in all his glorious, over-the-top and totally flamboyantly engaging artist that's the other side of his persona. He nails both sides of himself, with some not too shabby help from long-time partner Bernie. A true gem of an album.

I wish I liked this one more than I do.

Some undeniable big hits, but a lot of skips for me.

Good songs

Excellent album.

4.3

A piece of art.

Wonderful camp noise, some real bangers on here too

Honestly brilliant, every song but Jamaica Jerk-Off is great

Was just okay. In my head, some of the lyrics to the MST3K theme song fit to 'Jaimaican Jerk Off,' which was fun. 3/5

It really is the complete package of his work in a release.

Some bangers on here I'll admit but homie is way too obsessed with sixteen year olds

Another absolute classic! Very excited to see this one, as a kid this was one of my mom’s favorites. We’d listen on Sunday mornings as she watered the plants and sang along. You really can’t mess with ol Reggie. This album has just about everything- symphonic composition, poetic lyrics, a real storyline you can follow. It’s fun and somber, both of which evoke all sorts of emotions. The remastered version brings out a lot of tones and sounds that I probably missed out on as a kid so this is definitely a treat.

Classic. I remember playing this working at a hole in the wall comic shop. Starting a pop album with an 11 minute song is baller. Then Candle in the Wind! Benny and the Jets! The title track! Not an instrument out of place nor wasted.

I've known all the hits most of my life, but have never listened to the album in completion. Not something I would reach for regularly, but undeniably a good album.

pelado

Singer songwriter at its finest.

Sounds like a typical big production 70s rock album. Very piano driven which is nice. Stand out tracks are “Bennie and the jets” and “Dirty girl.” The rest is pretty so so

Very good album - one of Elton's best from the 70s - that is marred by its long running time, to which many of the songs don't quite live up to to be considered iconic. Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding, Candle in the Wind, Bennie and the Jets and the title track carry this album, and they are only Tracks 1- 4. After that, the quality drops noticeably, but is largely saved by intersprinkled gems like I've Seen that Movie Too and Harmony. Saturday Night's Alright (for Fighting) is late to the party, but very welcome nonetheless, as it's the only track that can hold up a candle to the first four. A worthwhile listen, that could have done with some trimming. 4.5/5

3.23per track.

Already have listened before; and listened again. Love this one

If this wasn't a double album, this could be his Thriller. It has about the same amount of hits that are still in constant rotation but is bogged down by the deep cuts. That being said, I do love this album and like all those songs.

Classic Elton

Epic and heartful. Goodbye Yellow Brick Road is a sweet -and long- journey full of great sing-a-long songs. I wish this album was shorter. Maybe I did not get all the references; maybe cutting one or two songs butcher the concept. I do not know! True fact is that this is a great album! Solid 8!

I appreciate the energy and craftsmanship of this album, but I have a hard time getting around the fact that listening to it once was enough. I also had a difficult time understanding many of the lyrics because of the reverb effect on his mic for most of the album. Generally speaking, I preferred the tracks without it more. While it's clear this album isn't for me, I fell like it's unfair to give it a 2: it's a 2.75, far better than many other two. So, it gets a lovely rounding up to 3.

On the whole, this album is too long. There's a whole bunch of stuff that, in 2024, does not hold up well to my ears (and maybe half this album has always been filler). That said, "Saturday Night" still slaps 50 years later.

The older I have gotten, with my broadening musical influences, the less I have enjoyed Elton John's music.

A few bangers, but honestly drags on for a while

SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY/ SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY 4/5

Elton John is a weird one. A few songs and he’s the greatest song writer of his generation, a whole album and I want to never hear his music again.

good

Piano rocking Dueling himself, shakes the bar Songs of deep feeling

Such a good one! Definitely one I would have playing in a retail space. So many classics and genres of music blended into one album.

Love Elton John, great album

It‘s a Klassiker

Classic early Elton! I wore my album out years ago.

Some bangers and some misses

Really good music, and nice singing voice

Better than expected. Enjoyed Saturday Night's Alright.

Good songs, mostly upbeat 3/4****

Enjoyed the second half much more than the first. Some good bluesy tracks!

god damn

Erm erm yeah it’s a great album, this man can write, sing, play, you have it. 3.9

Easy to see why this was such a sensation. A little slow paced for me though.

Legendary. It was fun listening to the other songs from the period in addition to the hits we've heard a million times.

Goed album. De opener is gelijk echt giga hard! Knap dat je 7 albums diep in je discografie nog zo origineel maar ook goed kunt zijn. Na het vorige album van Elton John in de lijst die ik verrassend leuk vond, mag deze er ook zijn! Mijn mening over hem even bijgesteld

Makes me feel good

relisten. the best Elton John album and one of the absolute best albums of the 70s or even of all time. not a single skip for all the 75 minutes. so beautiful, nostalgic and catchy. sounds like a good memory, old friend or a sunny day.

First front to back Elton John album listen. My god, this man is incredible. Will be consuming him more frequently now.

This album is amazing and has some truly incredible classics on it. Despite being super tired today, it really put me in a good mood. Other than the obvious hits, I really enjoyed "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" at the beginning and "Sweet Painted Lady". Elton is the man.

Straight bangers!

interesting concept album, overall enjoyed.

This was quite pleasant without really rocking my world. I knew a few of the tunes from radio play and so on and, other than Candle in the Wind which is so associated with mass hysteria bullshit, there's nothing on there that isn't OK. With more time spent listening to it I imagine I'd like it more.

Might actually be his best album

Really good songs.

I have only listened to his hits and never a full album. I really liked this. This showed a nice side to him I didn’t realize he had.

Great musician

Not his best work

Great album!

a classic 70's album where there are like six or seven amazing songs and then a shit ton of bullshit dated shit. first four song run and the back little bit are 10/10.

Excellent

Classic!