ELTON JOHN: 100 DEEP CUTS. This post: 1973 (Pt. 2). More tomorrow.

Elton John boasts a catalogue of mega-selling and critically lauded albums. His songs are ubiquitous on the radio. We are all familiar with the signature hit songs such as “Candle In The Wind”, “Tiny Dancer”, “Rocket Man”, “I’m Still Standing”, “Daniel”, “Crocodile Rock”, “Your Song” and “Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me”. Elton’s songbook is so rich, further exploration reveals a treasure trove of gems just as deserving of attention. Caffè Lattè presents 100 deep cuts -compiled in chronological order- spanning the decades, from 1969 to the present. These tracks may be underrated or unfamiliar, but are further evidence of the talent possessed by Elton John.

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100 ESSENTIAL ELTON JOHN

DEEP CUTS

GOODBYE YELLOW BRICK ROAD {1973}

 

Jamaica was initially planned as the location to record Elton’s next album. Upon arrival, this plan was thwarted. He and the band members returned to the Château d’Hérouville in France. The new recording was to become Elton’s first double album. Its contents provided Elton with new signature songs, including the hits: “Candle In The Wind”, “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”, “Bennie And The Jets” and “Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting”. So prolific were Elton and Bernie Taupin, this was the second album issued during 1973.

22 Funeral For A Friend

(Love Lies Bleeding)

Opening the album is the instrumental intro to the disc’s longest track. Clocking in at 11 minutes, the second portion (“Love Lies Bleeding”) features lyrics.

23 This Song Has No Title

This brief track features only Elton; on farfisa organ, electric piano, mellotron and piano. 

24 Grey Seal

Although the meaning behind the lyrics still require explaining, this track remains one of Elton’s favourites.

25 Sweet Painted Lady

The second disc opens with this song about a sex worker.

26 All The Girls Love Alice

Kiki Dee contributes background vocals on this track, dealing with the fictitious tale of a young girl who is seduced by older lesbians.    

27 Harmony

The double album closes with this brief ballad, rounding out one of Elton’s most satisfying releases.