John was raised in the Pinner suburb of London and learned to play piano at an early age, forming the blues band Bluesology in 1962. After leaving Bluesology in 1967 to embark on a solo career, John met Taupin after they both answered an advert for songwriters. For two years, they wrote songs for other artists, and John worked as a session musician for artists. John released his debut album Empty Sky in 1969, and a year later formed the Elton John Band and released his first hit single, "Your Song".
John's critical success was at its peak in the 1970s when he released a streak of chart-topping albums in the US and UK, which began with Honky Château (1972) and culminated with Rock of the Westies (1975). John continued his success in the 1980s and 1990s, having several hit singles and albums in both decades, and has continued to record new music since then. He has also had success in musical films and theatre, composing music for The Lion King, Aida, and Billy Elliot the Musical. In 2018, John began his ongoing farewell tour Farewell Yellow Brick Road, which is scheduled to conclude in 2023. The 2019 biopic Rocketman dramatized his life and career.
Outside of music, John is an HIV/AIDS charity fundraiser and has been involved in the fight against AIDS since the late 1980s. He established the Elton John AIDS Foundation in 1992, which has raised over £300 million since its inception, and a year later he began hosting his annual Foundation Academy Awards Party, which has since become one of the biggest high-profile Oscar parties in the Hollywood film industry. John was the chairman and director of Watford F.C, from 1976 to 1987, and again from 1997 to 2002, and is an honorary life president of the club. From the late 1970s to the late 1980s, John developed a severe addiction problem to drugs and alcohol but has been sober since 1990. He entered into a civil partnership with Canadian filmmaker David Furnish in 2005; they married after same-sex marriage became legal in England and Wales in 2014.
John has sold over 300 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling artists of all time. He has more than fifty Top 40 hits on the UK Singles Chart and US Billboard Hot 100, including nine number-ones in the UK and US, as well as seven consecutive number-one albums in the US. His tribute single "Candle in the Wind 1997", a rewritten version of his 1974 single in dedication to Princess Diana, sold over 33 million copies worldwide and is the best-selling chart single of all time. In 2021, John became the first solo artist with UK Top 10 singles across six decades.
John has received numerous awards, including five Grammy Awards, five Brit Awards; including for Outstanding Contribution to Music; two Academy Awards, two Golden Globes, a Tony Award, a Laurence Olivier Award, a Disney Legend Award, and the Kennedy Center Honor. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1992 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994 and is a fellow of The Ivors Academy. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to music and charitable services in 1998 and was appointed a member of the Order of the Companions of Honour by King Charles III (then Prince of Wales) in 2020.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elton_John
Solo studio albums
Empty Sky (1969)
Elton John (1970)
Tumbleweed Connection (1970)
Madman Across the Water (1971)
Honky Château (1972)
Don't Shoot Me I'm Only the Piano Player (1973)
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (1973)
Caribou (1974)
Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy (1975)
Rock of the Westies (1975)
Blue Moves (1976)
A Single Man (1978)
Victim of Love (1979)
21 at 33 (1980)
The Fox (1981)
Jump Up! (1982)
Too Low for Zero (1983)
Breaking Hearts (1984)
Ice on Fire (1985)
Leather Jackets (1986)
Reg Strikes Back (1988)
Sleeping with the Past (1989)
The One (1992)
Made in England (1995)
The Big Picture (1997)
Songs from the West Coast (2001)
Peachtree Road (2004)
The Captain & the Kid (2006)
The Diving Board (2013)
Wonderful Crazy Night (2016)
Regimental Sgt. Zippo (2021)
Roy Rogers
Elton John Lyrics
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There's nothing there at all
You just seem older than yesterday
And you're waiting for tomorrow to call
You draw to the curtains and one thing's for certain
You're cozy in your little room
The carpet's all paid for, God bless the TV
Oh, and Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Returning to our silver screens
Comic book characters never grow old
Evergreen heroes whose stories were told
Oh the great sequin cowboy who sings of the plains
Of roundups and rustlers and home on the range
Turn on the TV, shut out the lights
Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Nine o'clock mornings, five o'clock evenings
I'd liven the pace if I could
Oh I'd rather have a ham in my sandwich than cheese
But complaining wouldn't do any good
Lay back in my armchair, close eyes and think clear
I can hear hoof beats ahead
Roy and Trigger have just hit the hilltop
While the wife and the kids are in bed
Oh, and Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Returning to our silver screens
Comic book characters never grow old
Evergreen heroes whose stories were told
Oh the great sequin cowboy who sings of the plains
Of roundups and rustlers and home on the range
Turn on the TV, shut out the lights
Roy Rogers is riding tonight
The song "Roy Rogers" by Elton John is a nostalgic ode to the legendary cowboy and western movies of the past. The lyrics talk about the monotony of daily life and the escape and comfort found in the stories of Roy Rogers and other cowboy heroes. The song opens with a reflection on the passage of time; sometimes life seems empty, and we wait for tomorrow to bring something new. But in the safety of our own homes, where everything is familiar, we find peace in watching Roy Rogers ride again on our TV screens.
The song creates a clear contrast between the mundane reality of the singer's life and the fantasy world of Roy Rogers. The singer longs for excitement and adventure but cannot find it in his routine. The only thing that can transport him from his mundane life is the heroism and bravery of the cowboy legend Roy Rogers. The song mentions the iconic details of the cowboy's life, such as his horse Trigger and his sequined outfits. For the singer, Rogers is not just a fictional character but a symbol of hope and inspiration that the world needs.
Overall, "Roy Rogers" is a tribute to the power of storytelling and the comfort that we find in nostalgic icons. It is a reminder that even the most ordinary life can be enhanced and made richer through the power of imagination and a good story.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes you dream, sometimes it seems
Life is unpredictable and full of ups and downs
There's nothing there at all
You feel lost or empty at times
You just seem older than yesterday
You feel like time is passing by too quickly
And you're waiting for tomorrow to call
You're anticipating what the future holds
You draw to the curtains and one thing's for certain
You seek comfort and solitude in your own space
You're cozy in your little room
You feel safe and secure at home
The carpet's all paid for, God bless the TV
You're content with what you have and appreciate the simple things in life
Let's go shoot a hole in the moon
You have a sense of humor and don't take life too seriously
Oh, and Roy Rogers is riding tonight
You find comfort and nostalgia in classic Westerns and old Hollywood movies
Returning to our silver screens
These classic movies have stood the test of time and continue to entertain us
Comic book characters never grow old
Superheroes and iconic characters remain popular and timeless
Evergreen heroes whose stories were told
These stories have resonated with audiences for generations
Oh the great sequin cowboy who sings of the plains
Roy Rogers was a beloved star who represented the ideals of the American West
Of roundups and rustlers and home on the range
Roy Rogers' movies celebrated the traditions of the Old West
Turn on the TV, shut out the lights
You're ready to relax and escape into a movie
Nine o'clock mornings, five o'clock evenings
You appreciate routine and structure in your day-to-day life
I'd liven the pace if I could
You sometimes feel stagnant and want to make changes in your life
Oh I'd rather have a ham in my sandwich than cheese
You have simple, uncomplicated tastes
But complaining wouldn't do any good
You don't like to dwell on negativity and prefer to focus on the positive
Lay back in my armchair, close eyes and think clear
You enjoy moments of reflection and contemplation
I can hear hoof beats ahead
You have a sense of anticipation for what's to come
Roy and Trigger have just hit the hilltop
You can picture the classic Western scene in your mind
While the wife and the kids are in bed
You're enjoying some alone time to unwind
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BERNIE TAUPIN, ELTON JOHN
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Danny Boy
[Verse 1]
Sometimes you dream, sometimes it seems
There's nothing there at all
You just seem older than yesterday
And you're waiting for tomorrow to call
You draw to the curtains and one thing's for certain
You're cozy in your little room
The carpet's all paid for, God bless the TV
Let's go shoot a hole in the moon
[Chorus]
Oh, and Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Returning to our silver screens
Comic book characters never grow old
Evergreen heroes whose stories were told
Oh, the great sequin cowboy who sings of the plains
Of roundups and rustlers and home on the range
Turn on the TV, shut out the lights
Roy Rogers is riding tonight
[Verse 2]
Nine o'clock mornings, five o'clock evenings
I'd liven the pace if I could
Oh, I'd rather have a ham in my sandwich than cheese
But complaining wouldn't do any good
Lay back in my armchair, close eyes and think clear
I can hear hoof-beats ahead
Roy and Trigger have just hit the hilltop
While the wife and the kids are in bed
[Chorus]
Oh, and Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Returning to our silver screens
Comic book characters never grow old
Evergreen heroes whose stories were told
Oh, the great sequin cowboy who sings of the plains
Of roundups and rustlers and home on the range
Turn on the TV, shut out the lights
Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Irma Crespo
Sometimes you dream, sometimes it seems
There's nothing there at all
You just seem older than yesterday
And you're waiting for tomorrow to call
You draw to the curtain and one thing's for certain
You're cozy in your little room
The carpet's all paid for, God bless the TV
Let's go shoot a hole in the moon
chorus:
And Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Returning to our silver screens
Comic book characters never grow old
Evergreen heroes whose stories were told
Oh the great sequin cowboy who sings of the plains
Of roundups and rustlers and home on the range
Turn on the T.V., shut out the lights
Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Nine o'clock mornings, five o'clock evenings
I'd liven the pace if I could
Oh I'd rather have ham in my sandwich than cheese
But complaining wouldn't do any good
Lay back in my armchair, close eyes and think clear
I can hear hoofbeats ahead
Roy and Trigger have just hit the hilltop
While the wife and the kids are in bed
(repeat chorus)
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Lyrics
Sometimes you dream, sometimes it seems
There's nothing there at all
You just seem older than yesterday
And you're waiting for tomorrow to call
You draw to the curtains and one thing's for certain
You're cozy in your little room
The carpet's all paid for, God bless the TV
Let's go shoot a hole in the moon
Oh, and Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Returning to our silver screens
Comic book characters never grow old
Evergreen heroes whose stories were told
Oh the great sequin cowboy who sings of the plains
Of roundups and rustlers and home on the range
Turn on the TV, shut out the lights
Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Nine o'clock mornings, five o'clock evenings
I'd liven the pace if I could
Oh I'd rather have a ham in my sandwich than cheese
But complaining wouldn't do any good
Lay back in my armchair, close eyes and think clear
I can hear hoof beats ahead
Roy and Trigger have just hit the hilltop
While the wife and the kids are in bed
Oh, and Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Returning to our silver screens
Comic book characters never grow old
Evergreen heroes whose stories were told
Oh the great sequin cowboy who sings of the plains
Of roundups and rustlers and home on the range
Turn on the TV, shut out the lights
Roy Rogers is riding tonight
Songwriters: BERNIE TAUPIN, ELTON JOHN
© Universal Music Publishing Group
For non-commercial use only.
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Cliff Falla
You can’t explain this song to anyone, you just feel it .
Eric Viscito
It’s close to summarizing my dad’s life. So sad…
Jeffrey Curtis
Love from The Great Southern Land
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@Eric Viscito 0
Annika Wettle
That's the perfect comment for this song :)
Steven Brown
Eltons voice on this album is something else
Element’ry Penguin
It’s astonishing how many great pieces of music this man has written, recorded and performed. Phenomenal!
dan starr
Bernie Taupin lyrics...
K C
Never grow tired of listening to Elton John's music ~ ever! 🥰😎
KTA0806
I was 17 when GYBR was released in October 1973. I bought a copy at Licorice Pizza here in CA the day it was released. Went direct from my fast food job at Naugles that evening with a co-worker, both of us still in our uniforms, smelling like burgers and tacos, and paid about $6.00 for it on vinyl. I still have it, and I think it's his best album, and 'Roy Rogers' one of the best tracks.