A SONG FOR GUY
Elton John Lyrics


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Life
Isn't everything
Isn't everything
Isn't everything

Life
Isn't everything
Isn't everything
Isn't everything

Life
Isn't everything
Isn't everything
Isn't everything

Life
Life
Life
Life
Life
Life
Life
Life




Life
Life

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Elton John's "Song For Guy" are incredibly simple, consisting of only one word repeated over and over again: "Life". However, the repetition of this word serves a powerful purpose, as it highlights the idea that life is not everything. The song's calming melody evokes feelings of contemplation and introspection, making it a perfect tribute to Elton's friend Guy who tragically died in a motorcycle accident.


The song captures the essence of life's fragility and transience, reminding us that we should cherish every moment, and that life shouldn't be taken for granted. The repetition of the word "Life" is a reminder that it is fleeting, but also beautiful and worth appreciating while we have it.


Line by Line Meaning

Life
The state of being alive or living.


Isn't everything
Life is not the entire existence or whole story.


Isn't everything
Life is not the only thing that matters.


Isn't everything
Life is not the most important aspect of our being.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Isn't everything
Life is not the be-all and end-all of our existence.


Isn't everything
Life is not the sole determining factor of our happiness.


Isn't everything
Life is not the only way to measure success or achievement.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Life
The state of being alive or living.


Life
The state of being alive or living.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELTON JOHN

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@ref69

This is by far my favorite Elton John track. At almost 65 yrs old, it still gives me chills and brings tears to my eyes.....

@paulclapperton9866

Agree

@luizastehling09

1¹¹

@davidmcmanus9022

I just listened to this for the first time in many years and the hair on my arms stood up. Exquisite song.

@lindahuff8976

Too many great songs to make a choice for me. I saw him at 16 (first concert) and many more times. The Yellow Brick Road tour was special.

@tonymartinis2956

im 53, his best for me to, truely clasic, cheers Mike Morgan

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@craig889

My Mom absolutely loved this beautiful piece of music, she would always ask me to play it for her on the piano.
I played it at her funeral service, as I knew the joy it always brought her and to express my appreciation for the loved she shared with me for music. 💕

@daheath7242

That must have been very emotional for all who attended, that's a lovely send off for your mum 👍

@queenalberti6032

dd

@charlesbuchan9902

This is an absolutely beautiful song it was nice that this was played at your mother's service.godbless

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