The Bridge
Elton John
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I've seen the bridge, and the bridge is long And they built it high, and they built it strong Strong enough to hold the weight of time Long enough to leave some of us behind [Chorus] And every one of us has to face that day Do you cross the bridge or do you fade away? And every one of us that ever came to play Has to cross the bridge or fade away Standing on the bridge, looking at the waves Seen so many jump, never seen one saved On a distant beach your song can die On a bitter wind, on a cruel tide [Chorus] And the bridge - it shines Oh, cold hard iron Saying come and risk it all Or die trying [Chorus]
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Written by: BERNIE TAUPIN, ELTON JOHN
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13 facts about this song
Artist's BackgroundSir Elton Hercules John is an internationally acclaimed British singer, songwriter, and pianist. Known for his flamboyant style and powerful vocals, John has released more than 30 studio albums throughout his career.
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Album Information"The Bridge" is a song from Elton John's 29th studio album, "The Captain & the Kid", released on September 18, 2006.
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Song's RelationThe album "The Captain & the Kid" is a sequel to John’s 1975 release "Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy". The song "The Bridge" is a part of this sequel narrative.
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Song Inspiration"The Bridge" is one of the tracks where John draws heavily on his past, reliving moments throughout his musical journey. It reflects the ups and downs he has experienced, representing a metaphorical bridge he had to cross.
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CollaborationLike most of his songs, "The Bridge" was a collaboration between Elton John and lyricist Bernie Taupin, his long-term songwriting partner.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song involves metaphorical interpretations, demonstrating that bridges we build or burn have a significant impact on our lives.
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SoundMusically, "The Bridge" features Elton John's signature piano-driven melody accompanied by his expressive, resonant vocals.
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Critical ReceptionCritics generally praised the song for being a thoughtful and introspective piece.
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Live performancesDespite being not one of his more well-known hits, "The Bridge" has been performed by Elton John at several live concerts.
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Song meaningThough the song's lyrics can be interpreted in various ways, its overarching theme talks about overcoming obstacles and moving forward - a bridge being a symbol for moving from one phase of life to another.
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Reflection on Elton's LifeThe metaphorical journey portrayed in the song is reflective of Elton John's personal life journey, particularly his struggle with addiction and the subsequent recovery.
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PopularityAlthough not as popular or chart-topping as some of his other songs like "Rocket Man" or "Candle in the Wind", "The Bridge" remains a favorite among ardent Elton John fans for its profound lyrics and emotive music.
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Noteworthy aspectsThe song showcases Elton John's versatility as a singer-songwriter, applying his trademark style to explore more complex, introspective themes.
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