Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me

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About Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me

"Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" is a song written by English singer Elton John and his lyricist Bernie Taupin. It was originally recorded in 1974 by Elton John for his studio album Caribou and was released as a single that peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and reached number 16 on the UK Singles Chart. The song found further success in 1991 in a live cover version recorded as a duet between John and George Michael, which reached number one in the UK and US.  


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i can't light no more of your darkness
All my pictures seem to fade to black and white
I'm growing tired and time stands still before me
Frozen here on the ladder of my life

It's much too late to save myself from falling
I took a chance and changed your way of life
But you misread my meaning when i met you
Closed the door and left me blinded by the light

Don't let the sun go down on me
Although i search myself, it's always someone else i see
I'd just allow a fragment of your life to wander free
But losing everything is like the sun going down on me

Ladies and gentlemen Mr. Elton John
I can't find
Oh, the right romantic line
But see me once and see the way feel
Don't discard me baby don't
Just because you think i mean you harm
Just because you think i mean you harm, oh
But these cuts i have, cuts i have
They need love
They need love, they need love to help them heal

Oh, don't let the sun go down on me
Although i search myself, it's always someone else i see
I'd just allow a fragment of your life to wander free
Cause' losing everything is like the sun going down on me

Don't let the sun go down on me
Although i search myself, it's always someone else i that see, yeah
I'd just allow a fragment of your life to wander free baby, oh
Cause' losing everything is like the sun going down on me

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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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14 facts about this song

Released Year
The original song by Elton John was released in 1974.
Chart Performance
When released, the song reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Unique Collaboration
Elton John performed the song alongside George Michael at the Live Aid benefit concert in 1985. This ignited the idea of a collaborative version between the two.
Collaborative Version Release
The Elton John and George Michael version of the song was officially released in 1991.
Chart-Topping Performance
The 1991 duet version topped charts globally, including the UK Singles Chart and US Billboard Hot 100.
Live Performance
The charity version of the song was recorded live at a concert at Wembley Arena in London in March 1991 during which George Michael was a guest.
Charitable Donation
Proceeds from the 1991 version were divided between 10 charitable organizations including the London Lighthouse and the Rainbow Trust.
Awards and Nominations
The Elton John and George Michael version of the song was nominated for a Grammy award in 1992 for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group.
Music Video
The music video of the song is directed by Andy Morahan.
Legacy
The track is considered one of Elton John's greatest hits and also one of George Michael's most celebrated songs. Alongside its chart-topping success, the song holds emotional resonance due to the performances and its contribution to charitable causes.
Cover Versions
Several artists including Roger Daltrey, Joe Cocker, Oleta Adams, and Garth Brooks have covered the song.
Emotional Connection
Elton John has often recalled the song's performance with George Michael as one of his most emotional performances.
Tribute
After George Michael's death in 2016, Elton John performed "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" in his memory. This solidified the song's status as a significant part of both artist's careers.
Soundtrack Inclusion
The song has been included in various movie soundtracks, including "Lost on Paradise Island" and "Nomadland".

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