Goodbye

Elton John

About Goodbye

"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" is a ballad performed by musician Elton John and the title track on his 1973 album. The song's music was composed by John, while the lyrics were written by Bernie Taupin. Its musical style and production was heavily influenced by 1970s soft rock. It was widely praised by critics, and some critics have named it John's best song.


Year:
2012
1:48
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And now that it's all over
The birds can nest again
I'll only snow when the sun comes out
I'll shine only when it starts to rain

And if you want a drink
Just squeeze my hand
And wine will flow into the land
And feed my lambs

For I am a mirror
I can reflect the moon
I will write songs for you
I'll be your silver spoon

I'm sorry I took your time
I am the poem that doesn't rhyme
Just turn back a page
I'll waste away, I'll waste away
I'll waste away, I'll waste away
I'll waste away, I'll waste away

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Elton John

Sir Elton Hercules John, CBE (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on 25 March 1947) is an English rock singer-songwriter, composer, pianist and occasional actor. He has worked with lyricist Bernie Taupin as his songwriter partner since 1967; they have collaborated on more than 30 albums to date. more »

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Written by: BERNIE TAUPIN, ELTON JOHN

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10 facts about this song

Artist Information
"Goodbye" was performed by Elton John, who is an iconic British singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer.
Album Facts
The song "Goodbye" is featured on the album "Madman Across The Water", which was released in 1971. This album is Elton John's fourth studio album.
Band Interaction
The lyrics for "Goodbye" were written by Bernie Taupin, Elton John’s long-term collaborator. The songwriter duo has been successfully working together for more than five decades.
Song Order
"Goodbye" is the closing track of the album "Madman Across The Water", which adds a sense of finality to the musical journey the album takes the listeners on.
Musical Style
The song follows Elton John's signature style of blending pop with rock, interspersed with subtle elements of classical music.
Live Performances
Despite its somber and stunningly beautiful composition, "Goodbye" is not regularly included in Elton John's live setlists.
Inspirational Background
The song is believed to be about saying goodbye to one's old self, making it deeply personal and introspective in nature.
Unique Feature
The track "Goodbye" is the shortest song on the album, with a running time of only 1:48 minutes.
Critical Acclaim
Though not as famous as some of Elton John's hit songs, "Goodbye" is often praised by critics for its intense emotional depth and raw beauty.
Audience Response
Fans have often resonated with the melancholic undertones of the song, which reflects the struggles of bidding farewell. Some listeners find it relatable to situations of personal growth and transitions in life.

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