Where to Now St. Peter?
Ann Wilson, Elton John
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I took myself a blue canoe And I floated like a leaf Dazzling, dancing Half enchanted In my Merlin sleep Crazy was the feeling Restless were my eyes Insane they took the paddles My arms they paralysed So where to now St. Peter If it's true I'm in your hands I may not be a Christian But I've done all one man can I understand I'm on the road Where all that was is gone So where to now St. Peter Show me which road I'm on Which road I'm on It took a sweet young foreign gun This lazy life is short Something for nothing always ending With a bad report Dirty was the daybreak Sudden was the change In such a silent place as this Beyond the rifle range I took myself a blue canoe
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Written by: BERNIE TAUPIN, ELTON JOHN
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11 facts about this song
ArtistThe song "Where to Now St. Peter?" is performed by Elton John, an English singer, songwriter, and composer famous for hits such as "Rocket Man" and "Candle in the Wind."
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Album ReleaseThis track is part of Elton John's fourth studio album, "Tumbleweed Connection", which was released on October 30, 1970.
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Songwriting DuoAs with many of Elton John's songs, the lyrics of "Where to Now St. Peter?" were written by his long-time collaborator Bernie Taupin.
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Concept AlbumThe song is part of a concept album, as "Tumbleweed Connection" is a loose collection of songs inspired by themes of the American West and Civil War.
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Unique Lyric ThemeThe song lyrics appear to be about a soldier dying in a war. It asks the theological question of what happens after death, using the biblical character St. Peter as a metaphor.
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Not a SingleUnlike some songs from "Tumbleweed Connection", "Where to Now St. Peter?" was not released as a single. However, it still has a significant appreciation among Elton John fans.
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Album RankingDespite not having any hit singles, "Tumbleweed Connection" was well-received by critics and fans, it reached number two in the UK and number five in the US.
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Cover VersionsOver time, "Where to Now St. Peter?" has been covered by several artists, including a notable version by Bonnie Raitt in her album titled "Streetlights" in 1974.
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Critical AcclaimThe mix of country rock with progressive rock in this song, and the depth of its lyrics, have been widely appreciated by music critics. It's often remarked for the maturity in songwriting despite the early period of Elton's career.
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Live Performances"Where to Now St. Peter?" has been included in a few of Elton John’s concert setlists, notably he performed the song during his 60th birthday concert at Madison Square Garden in 2007.
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Musical StyleThe song is a mix of rock and pop, notably featuring a prominent use of guitars. This is in contrast with Elton John's often piano-dominated arrangements.
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