Five for Fighting is the stage name of U.S. singer-songwriter John Ondrasik… Read Full Bio ↴Five for Fighting is the stage name of U.S. singer-songwriter John Ondrasik. His latest work being 2013's 'Bookmarks', his breakout into international success came with his 2000 album 'America Town', which went platinum in the U.S. due to the widespread acclaim of his song "Superman (It's Not Easy)" in late 2001. His 2004 album 'The Battle For Everything' has also enjoyed considerable chart success in the U.S. Ondrasikhas released a DualDisc of his 2004 album as well, with has one side containing 'The Battle for Everything' in its entirety and the other side being a DVD containing bonus footage and the "100 Years" music video.

John Ondrasik was born in the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles. He grew up there in a musical family, with his mother teaching him the piano from the age of two. As a teenager, he learned how to play the guitar as well and started to write music. While he also learned to sing opera briefly, he quickly decided that he would like to be a piano playing popular musician along the lines of Elton John and Billy Joel. Ondrasik adopted the name "Five for Fighting" which is an expression in ice hockey when a player is sent from the rink by the referee for a major penalty. The name was used for the reason that it would be more memorable than his real name.

In 1997, his first album, 'Message for Albert', was released by EMI. Although not quite breaking through commercially, fans of modern singer-songwriter music provided a warm audience for Ondrasik. After the success of 'America Town', Capitol Records re-released this debut album to give it a more mainstream audience.

In 2000, Ondrasik signed with the aforementioned Columbia Records and released 'America Town' on September 26, 2000. At first, it made little impact until track "Superman (It's Not Easy)" became an American anthem after the September 11 attacks. Ondrasik performed the song at 'The Concert for New York Cit'y in late 2001.

"Superman (It's Not Easy)" started climbing the charts reaching the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Billboard Adult Top 40. While 'America Town' itself failed to make the top 50 of the Billboard 200 album charts, its consistent sales led to it going platinum. "Superman (It's Not Easy)" was also an international hit reaching number one on a composite adult international chart (based on performance in the U.S., Canada, Germany, France, the United Kingdom and Australia). Ondrasik's second single, "Easy Tonight", would make the top 20 of the world adult chart as well as going top 20 in New Zealand.

His third album, 'The Battle for Everything', debuted at number 20 on the Billboard 200 in February 2004. Its first single, "100 Years", was another top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and again reached number one on the World Adult Top 40. It also was number one on a composite world airplay chart and top 10 on a composite world modern rock chart. (based on USA, Germany, United Kingdom, Finland, Sweden, Canada and Australia).

The Five for Fighting song "100 Years" was used in a ubiquitous JP Morgan Chase commercial, and more recently in an episode of Scrubs. The song was also used in the last scenes of the final episode of JAG.

Lately, Ondrasik's sixth album, 2013's 'Bookmarks', came out after a four year gap between his last release. The album has received critical praise from a variety of publications such as Allmusic, where the reviewer lauded how Five for Fighting produced " sturdy tunes wrapped up neatly in a shiny, appealing gloss". Released by the label Universal, his work also hit the #54 slot on the Billboard 200, with his fans happily looking forwards to his future endeavors.

See more at: http://www.fiveforfighting.com/

Rocket Man
Five for Fighting Lyrics

We have lyrics for 'Rocket Man' by these artists:

Angie Aparo She packed my bags last night, preflight Zero hour, nine a.…
Bernie Taupin She packed my bags last night, pre-flight Zero hour, nine A…
Bernie Taupin/Elton John It's a little bit funny this feeling inside I'm not one…
Boy Sets Fire She packed by bag last night, preflight Zero hour, nine…
BoySetsFire She packed by bag last night, preflight Zero hour, nine…
Boysetsfire (Elton John) She packed by bag last night, preflight Zero hour, nine…
Californication season 3 episode 12 final scene.Elton John She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
CammWess She packed my bags last night, pre-flight Zero hour: 9: 00…
Charlie Robison She packed my bags last night, preflight Zero hour, 9 am…

David Fonseca She packed by bag last night, preflight Zero hour, nine a.m…
Dima Bilan Man. man... rocket man... man... man... Rocket man... man...…
DINING ROOM - Elton John She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
Elton John & Taron Egerton She packed my bags last night, pre-flight Zero hour, 9:00 a.…
Elton John (OST Californication 3) She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM…
Elton John - One Night Only She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
Elton John and Bernie Taupin She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine AM …
Elton John and Billy Joel She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
Elton John Bernie Taupin It's a little bit funny this feeling inside I'm not one…
Elton John feat. Kiki Dee She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine AM …
Elton John °¬¶û¶ÙÇ¿ She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM…
Elton John(埃尔顿.约翰) She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine AM …
FAMILY ROOM - Elton John She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
Fandom She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine a.m.…
Fastway Touch me baby Gettin' out of control You make my system go L…
George Michael & Elton John She packed my bags last night, pre-flight Zero hour, nine A…
Heaven 17 She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine AM A…
j4ymoment Broken dreams and cigarettes again and again Reelin' in my i…
Jamie Cullum She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine AM …
Jason Mraz She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine a.m.…
Jason Mraz(傑森．瑪耶茲) She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine a.m…
John (Elton) She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
Kate Bush She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine a.m…
Kenneth Norum She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine AM A…
KITCHEN - Elton John She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
La Rochelle Band Hold down breath For some hours Feels like swimming, to the …
Lawrence She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
Me First She packed my bags last night, pre-flight Zero hour, nine a.…
Mike Massé She packed my bags last night preflight Zero hour 9 a.m And…
Mike Zito She packed my bags last night, preflight Zero hour, nine a.…
My Morning Jacket She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine a.m.…
Naked Eyes She packed my bags last night, pre-flight Zero hour, nine a…
Neil Diamond She packed my bags last night, pre-flight Was zero hour, ni…
Nick Sax Who am I? What do I feel? Fuel in da blood…
Ofln - Elton John She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
Pearls Before Swine My father was a rocket man He often went to Jupiter…
Puddle of Mudd She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine a.m.…
Red Elvises Looking at Earth through telescope My spaceship is clean, a…
Rocketman Film Cast Feat. Taron Egerton She packed my bags last night, pre-flight Zero hour, 9:00 a.…
Royale Lynn Under that big night sky You were holding me and dreaming…
Ryan Adams & Elton John She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
Ryan Adams/Elton John She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine AM …
Steve Hillage She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine…
Steven Drozd She packed my bag last night, pre-flight Zero hour, nine a.…
Sylvain Cossette She packed my bags last night, preflight Zero hour, nine a.…
Taron Egerton She packed my bags last night, pre-flight Zero hour, 9:00 a.…
The Brown Derbies Put on my blue suede shoes and I boarded the plane Touched…
The Comptones She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine AM A…
The Screaming Jets She packed my bags, last night, pre-flight Zero hour, nine a…
Various Artists She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
William Hung She packed by bag last night, preflight Zero hour, nine a.m.…
William Shatner She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine…
William Shatner feat. Steve Hillage She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour nine…
Woody Moran She packed my bags last night, preflight Zero hour, nine a.…
Young Thug feat. Elton John She packed my bags last night pre-flight Zero hour, nine AM …
Дима Билан Man. man... rocket man... man... man... Rocket man... man...…
贾立怡看着你严肃的模样让我有点害怕我们并没有太多话却很了解大家你知道吗我不敢说出我的心底话或许我应该放开吧你是我…

We have lyrics for these tracks by Five for Fighting:

'65 Mustang She's my time machine She's my rolling memory She's my…
'Chances' Chances are when said and done Who'll be the lucky ones…
(European B-Side) Finally in the meantime since you paid for my room I…
10 Miles From Nowhere How have you been In the shape you were in I'm surprised…
100 Years I'm fifteen for a moment Caught in between ten and twenty An…
100 Years: Music Video I'm fifteen for a moment Caught in between ten and twenty …
2 2 Makes Five I live in a house somewhere on your street Don't be…
2 Frogs I sing above my vision. I sing above my face. A…
2+2 Makes Five I live in a house somewhere on your street Don't be…
65 Mustang She's my time machine She's my rolling memory She's my fam…
Above The Timberline I get a little tired looking through the trees Sitting on…
All I Know I bruise you You bruise me We both bruise so easily Too easi…
Alright I took her leaving like I did before I turned around…
Alright/Do You Mind Do you mind if I ask you a question Do you…
America Town I know I should be happy in your land It's not…
Angels & Girlfriends I met her down at a Pineapple Parking lot She…
Augie Nieto Augie Nieto's got a story to tell you Though it's hard…
Bella Bella played the Bridge every second lonliest night of the…
Bloody Mary Over by the still she says, "Man I think you better…
Boat Parade There's a crack in the hull Where the penitents used to…
California Justice Early one morning at county line The swells 4-6 approaching…
Chances Chances are when said and done Who'll be the lucky ones…
Christmas Where You Are There are stockings full and waiting From sea to shining sea…
Day By Day Day by day I wake up for you I do And I…
Disneyland I woke up got my lazy ass out of bed…
Do You Mind Do you mind if I ask you a question Do you…
Don't Know Why you don't know...you just don't me at all Can you tell…
Down Hey good looking What you got cooking I can see but I…
Dying I'm dying, dying to wake up without you, without you…
Easy Tonight You were wrong You were right And you are gone Tonight You …
Easy Tonight* You were wrong You were right And you are gone Tonight …
Freedom Never Cries I took a flag to a pawn shop For a broken…
Happy Big Daddy's in the back seat talking to the Mamas God…
Heaven Knows There's no time to waste In this famous goodbye There's Ange…
Hope When life's got you down and you can't make a…
I Don If I lived so long to be the last man…
I Just Love You Lonely, yeah that's the word I leave my heart when I…
If God Made For You Hey kid Your time has come to change Though I need…
If God Made You Hey kid Your time has come to change Though I need…
Infidel Heaven fell from the sky tonight There were virgins in…
Jainy Jainy sells for three dimes a night Morning helps her find…
Johnny America Show me a better bike than the one I got …
Last Great American Mr. Merry cries in his coffin For days he says he…
Love Can Love comes in, love goes out Moves in circles, roundabout …
Love Song Put away your tears and your sleepy eyes Put away that…
Maybe I You were right You came over me What'd never been…
Michael Jordan My shirt, my hat, my books A trip to the zoo My…
Nobody Take off your shoes, take off yourself Take off your…
Note To An Unknown Soldier I don't know you I never met you For laughs I'll call…
Note To The Unknown Soldier I don't know you I never met you For laughs I'll call…
NYC Weather Got to get away from here, Got to get away from…
NYC Weather Report Got to get away from here, Got to get away from…
Ocean I got a thing for fish with no eyes Who swim…
One More For Love Baby there's something on my mind tonight There's a reason t…
Out Of Love I'm out of love again And I need anyone I'm out of…
Policeman Welcome to the first day of the rest of my…
Rebel Take your bow, make your call We find your remark stunning…
Road To Heaven Sometimes I think about silly things It's easy to do…
Road To You I can't believe how I love you You'll be the last You'll…
SHE She turns wine to water She's nobody's daughter A stranger…
She's My Girl She turns wine to water She's nobody's daughter A stranger t…
Silent Night I'm 15 for a moment Caught in between 10 and 20 And…
Sister Sunshine I trade 'em a smile for a pain pill I needed…
Slice There was a time a long long time ago Chevy's and…
Something About You It's been a long time coming It's been a long time…
Something About You (remix) I don't know where to begin I don't know how to…
Something About You Remix It's been a long time coming It's been a long time…
Song For Whoever Who is that calling out? Who's that crying? Do you wonder? …
Stand Up If you write a tragedy Where you can't be saved If your…
Story Of Your Life At seventeen she left Long Island bound for Hollywood Anothe…
Super man I can't stand to fly I'm not that naive I'm just out…
Symphony Lane Symphony Lane is a private court That runs away from you Sym…
Ten Miles How have you been In the shape you were in I'm surprised…
Terrasong Another day is over Another light is breaking and i'm tired …
The Beautiful There's a bar on my head There's a cross for…
The Day I Died I woke up You next to me You said Good Morning Are you…
The Devil in the Wishing Well I met Jane at the center of the earth It was…
The Garden Do you believe in the man in the garden Do you…
The Last Great American Mr. Merry cries in his coffin For days he says he…
The Riddle There was a man back in '95 Whose heart ran out…
The Taste So I seen her In a land that was forgotten…
This Dance This is not our favorite song But the night is moving…
Timberline I get a little tired Looking through the trees Sitting on …
Transfer Bought a ticket Destination Nowhere I am going Then he smile…
Tuesday One year like any old other year In a week like…
Two Lights What is courage Is it brave What are lions I've…
What If Threw a line out to pull you to me If you…
White Picket Fence I've cut off the curls I shaved half my face Became half…
Wise Man (Number eight, we're rolling. One, two, three.) You talk …
World Got a package full of wishes A time machine, a magic…
You I can't believe how I love you You'll be the last You'll…
You'll Never Change I know you have big plans ahead Alterations Filling up your …
Your Man Let me be clear Look in my eyes Don't ask me why They've…

`65 Mustang She's my time machine She's my rolling memory She's my famil…

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Comments from YouTube:

@shumly

5y↑9.8K

why does no one talk about the sheer amazingness of Kit Conner's performance and the amazing transition to Taron

@PonchiOFFICIAL

5y↑60

I couldn’t hear his similarity to Elton’s voice

@Daniel-ng7oe

5y↑322

@FonzieTV Have you ever heard Elton's voice when he was a kid?

@kylemaverickasahan8715

5y↑44

@FonzieTV you stupid.

@chand911

5y↑32

It was a cut from black... what amazing transition where you watching?

@shumly

5y↑64

@aarswft went from small him to big him and it was pogger

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@juliexo616

2y↑1.8K

I remember watching rocketman for the first time and I was so impressed with this kid playing young Elton and now he's playing Nick in Netflix's Heartstopper, and I'm so excited and proud of him, he's so great ❤❤❤

@galathynius_aelin

2y↑26

Because of kit Connor im here hahah kits voice oh my God 😭🤭😳🥰

@rmreece

2y↑28

I remember watching rocket man after it came out wondering who was playing younger Elton John because I wanted to be friends with him as we are the same age, and now he's super famous 😭missed my chance ahaha

@frofrofrofro900

2y↑4

@ruby before rocketman he was in about 16 movies already. He was known before

@mcstacia

2y↑7

@Frofro frofro He wasn’t known by many. Only people that might have watched those movies. He went from having thousands of followers to millions after heartstopper..

@Superhero_Edits14

48w↑2

Omg I thought I recognised him !!

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@Moldeyawsome12

5y↑2.4K

When Taaron emerged from the fence, that was the moment this movie hooked me. Rocketman is one of the best films this year. Such a fun, inventive musical. This is coming from a guy who has never liked musicals

@benzaiten933

5y↑40

not in the opening sequence where he walks down a corridor in this outlandish orange angel/demon costume to arrive.....at rehab?

@SMUS16475

4y↑8

@Benzaiten It's Elton.

@justjack7130

4y↑4

Same

@tgguitarguy

4y↑26

@Benzaiten And then totally blindsided everybody? Everybody in the theater was cheering when he said "I am Elton Hercules John" And then he comes out with "and I am an alcholic." The whole theater went silent. Amazing shut down!

@ImThe5thKing

4y↑14

I'm still not a fan of musicals, but I'm a fan of music itself, and being able to see how these people made it to the top and became superstars is awesome. Rocketman, Bohemian Rhapsody, The Dirt, I need more movies like these for other groups. AC/DC, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, The Who, The Doors, Guns n Roses, I'll take them all. I need more!

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@hannahsagat3903

4y↑1K

I just love how his part almost looks un-choreographed like he’s just straight up vibing with them

@Howard_T_Duck

4y↑111

Almost like the stage director told taron “bro, just vibe”

@hannahsagat3903

4y↑11

Howard T. Duck yes exactly

@samuelparchment1908

3y↑15

You know, I was thinking as someone who loves musical theatre, while I love the music, his somewhat spastic movements compared to the high-choreography was distracting. But now that I think about it, it would be weirder if he wasn’t totally vining to the intense atmosphere. I know I would in his shoes. Thanks for the different perspective, @Hannah Sagat

@olivermensinger6022

3y↑2

@Howard T. Duck and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

@ourdaleychannel4712

2y↑8

Yes, it works really well with him, and everything else going on. Also, Taron may not be a classically trained dancer. A trained dancer could instantly be able to shift their weight and center of gravity constantly with ease. Taron is just SO talented a performer, that he, while not dancing, totally enhances the number Anyway!! An Example of what I mean: Chicago 's last number, "Hot Honey Rag."

Renee' Zellweger did a heck of a job, but Catherine Zeta-Jones was a professional dancer. When you watch them dance together, watch Catherine's shoulders and Sternum - she's totally in control. And the artistry of her arms, they're so fluid.......sigh.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFDI0PttvrU

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@NykeeMusic

5y↑332

The transition to Taron is just too perfect, gives me chills of excitement every single time

@mexiaznann

5y↑217

Easily my favorite scene in the entire film, what an amazing sequence. I’m not sure if this was intended by the choreographer/director, but I love 1:40 how a girl is leading him by the hand to follow, and then is cut off by a guy dancing at him, almost alluringly? Then again at 1:53, they make deep eye contact and Elton looks away almost giddy, a little nervous. A subtle nod to his sexuality later in the film. I think that subtlety is brilliant.

@onastick2411

3y↑27

Yes, and the fact he leaves the pub a confident, cocky boy, but appears through the fence, a slightly gawky teenager/young man.
The look of amazement on his face, and the way he mixes but doesn't mix, with the dancers. His awkward dancing style, and out of step rhythm, perhaps showing that he's an atypical member of the working class, not quite fitting in, just looking in fascination from the outside, never quite there. Itself a subtle hint at his homoerotic nature, still in its infancy, maybe?

@EvaOT23

@On A Stick I see it!

@lloydtxw

39w↑1

It didn’t seem all that subtle to me 😂 but it was enjoyable

@sebsandford1858

5y↑4.1K

The cinematography in this number from rocketman is amazing 😉!

@shambolicrhetoric6143

5y↑8

Too bad the dancing sequences are cringe as fk LOL

@mariant4673

5y↑83

@Shambolic Rhetoric it's a musical, the dancing sequences are almost always cringy

@stephieirene1

5y↑51

@Mariano Ojeda I also firmly believe Elton's life is full of cringeworthy and impromptu dance sequences.

@andrewlaxton50

5y↑2

Shambolic Rhetoric really?

@jackpalmer-manista4171

5y↑21

I can't believe it's all a single shot, or at least two long ones

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@silasloveswilbur

5y↑534

Both Kit and Taron did an amazing job here! Best movie of 2019! ❤️🚀

@silasloveswilbur

@Jor-el 😐 thanks for ruining my mood I was just saying

@BJ-vn6jk

@Eltons Glasses Does Elton even wear you anymore?

@silasloveswilbur

@Bj Munguia what?? 😂

@BJ-vn6jk

@Eltons Glasses you're his glasses..

@silasloveswilbur

@Bj Munguia hahaha lol

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@Sophie-ko6np

2y↑2K

How did Kit look like this just 3 years ago I just watched him in heart stopper and omg he’s grown up so much

@obviouslyaplatypus6878

2y↑97

This movie was filmed in a bit before the movie came out so this was him probably like 4-5 years ago

@newsweedge

2y↑32

He's in Heartstopper??!!!!! I never watched it only heard of it I'm !!!!!!!

@lauracornelis4101

2y↑52

@Obviously a Platypus I think he said in a recent interview it was 3 years ago. He was 15 back then but looked 12.

@custosluna8433

2y↑18

If I'm not wrong Elton was supposed to be 14 in this scene what would put Kit in the right age to play him. But I'm not certain so please correct me if I am wrong.

@yourmumsmilk

2y↑3

Frrr

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@fristrocc

17w↑2

mientras mas escucho esta versión mas me fascina

@whish67

5y↑112

This was the first time I've ever heard Taron Egerton sing. I went out of my way to make sure the first time was when I watched this movie just so I could be in the moment, and I was blow away. God, I really think he deserves an Oscar for this one. And I'm gonna buy the extended edition ASAP

@OfirBeck

5y↑8

Oh yeah? I raise you with this -
Watching this movie was the first time i find out WHO plays Elton John. from the minute i saw sone dude in the flamboyant devil costume & heart shaped glasses, looking so much like Elton they seemed like they had the same flipping chin, i went "blimey, is That EGGSY?!?!"

@whish67

5y↑2

@ofir beck Wow, I really have been one-upped! Bravo! tips top hat

@OfirBeck

4y↑1

@Casey Miller I'm gonna buy the extended edition wether or not there's a director's commentary with Taron Egerton and richard Madden (and Elton John of course)

@bigdan827_8

2y↑2

I can't imagine playing Elton John in a biopic, and singing his songs, while the man himself is still alive and actually working with the filmmakers. Talk about pressure. But he pulled it off and did so spectacularly. The actor that played the young Elton did an incredible job, as well.

@evalenak7015

49w↑1

He does the gorillas voice on SING and also does an elton john song... he's is awesome

@stephenbusby424

3y↑23

This entire film is a masterpiece. I enjoyed Bohemian Rhapsody but Rocketman had me hooked for the entirety of the film.

I love that Taron Egerton evokes Elton’s singing without being an exact copy. I like that they didn’t make Elton out to be a complete angel and they did explore his drug use and anger problems. Elton shedding his costume bit by it during therapy was such a good visual metaphor as well.

A true masterpiece I know I will revisit for years to come. This movie is as timeless as the great man himself.

@laurag.g.2973

5y↑400

The transition is awesome. When Taron shows up it’s a great moment.

@ChaseShakes

4y↑678

This scene alone is 100000% better than the entire movie of "Bohemian Rhapsody." Brilliant film and disgustingly underrated.

@kaiulanisnyderisbored3988

4y↑130

ChaseShakes I agree that it was underrated horribly, but Bohemian Rhapsody is a completely different kind of movie, and it was telling a different story. You don’t have to patronize another movie to make this one seem great.

@essamlk

4y↑3

I actually was gonna say that
good job amigo

@geniusjrdock

3y↑1

@Mr Star amigo xd

@dx.feelgood5825

2y↑15

@Kaiulani Snyder Is Bored what people like about Bohemian Rhapsody is the idea

It cleans up the Queen story, reduces Freddie to "sassy, gay, and sad," makes him look like the only wild one, muddies up the timeline for no story reason, focuses too much in Freddie for supposedly being a QUEEN movie, has boring as hell editing, and is a complete rushed mess. The actors are the only good part honestly. Everything else from just a film writer, director, producer, AND editor's point of view is just highly disappointing. We shouldn't have to accept what we got because it could have been far better than it was, and a majority of it is because of Brian and Roger's poorer decisions

@EdwardNort0n

1y↑3

@Kaiulani Snyder Is Bored Just because it's a completely different movie doesn't make it better. Rocketman was exactly what Bohemian Rhapsody should be, if they don't wanna make it like a musical fantasy that's fine but they did a massive mistake sanitising the actual story that was told in the movie. It played it way too safe, whereas Rocketman was brutally honest and that's what I wanted since Elton and Freddie had a extremely dark life off stage that's not too different

@ShubhamSharma-mh9mh

5y↑900

Taron totally killed it. Oscar for Taron. 🙌

@cj7ification

5y↑13

You mean Joaquin Phoenix?

@ShubhamSharma-mh9mh

5y↑11

@cj7ification HaHa good point. I guess the competition is tough this time.

@andrerodriguez6417

5y↑4

And don't forget DiCaprio...

@eltonmiguel5359

5y↑8

cj7ification Hell no if Joaquin Phoenix takes the Oscar I’m going to rage

@eltonmiguel5359

John Aldridge I know but still feel deserves it and I know that are still Great performances ahead

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@alexmiley9208

2y↑337

i need a full version of just kit connor singing this song, that kid is amazing and I cant believe how much he has grown up!

@jacobmayer8916

4y↑113

Can we just appreciate that 1:06 - 4:00 is a superb long take with all the choreography they had to get right for it?

@gregoriusdermawan2292

2y↑10

There are probably some cuts here and there, like for example on 2:28 after the camera panned across the back of those women, on 3:07 after the punch, and on 3:24 after the 2nd hole on the wall. These are the obvious ones, probably more though

@stabz2985

I believe it’s called one take not long take. Sorry to be that guy 0-0

@80steen44

34w↑8

It was criminal that Taron didn't receive at least an Oscar nomination as Elton John. Especially when you consider that he received nominations from BAFTA and SAG and won a Golden Globe, as well as a Satellite. He nails Elton's phrasing on the songs, sings them beautifully and perfectly, and also Elton's performance facial expressions, his walk and his run, and all along he's convincingly dramatic and authentically comedic

@lunadiggorytennant

2y↑9

One has to just admire the remarkable directing in this movie. It must have been EXTREMELY different setting up a scene that lasts 4 minutes with so many camera movements, great coreography AND to top it all off to make it look like a continuous long shot. It just looks so damn impressive

@lynettemarisa1749

2y↑6

This scene is one of my absolute favorites!!! Why why why did this movie not get an Oscar?! The young man that starts is absolutely amazing ! The transition to Taron and the dancing and singing is absolutely amazing!!! Taron! HE deserved an Oscar! His singing and acting! HE WAS ELTON!

@heyhollysonline

5y↑5.4K

Did the kid who played the young Elton get any recognition? He was ace

@xXKuroXx100

5y↑564

HeyHolly'sOnline of course he was credited but not featured as much as his older counterpart. He was superb in the film though and I do believe he will be successful in his future acting career.

@emiliobello2429

5y↑72

I hope

@nateds7326

5y↑150

I hope he gets some kind of nomination for supporting role but he’s going to get overshadowed no doubt

@blitzer9981

5y↑97

Actually, he’s going on to voice act as Pan in the new ‘His Dark Materials’ series from BBC... and now I can’t stop imagining a little weasel jumping around singing this song 😝

@billymilton1999

5y↑11

He’s in the new goldfinch film I think

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@mh1290

5y↑49

The kids in this movie that sang were incredible performers.

@gallavichlove808

5y↑44

I'm so glad this was uploaded in its extensive version. Fantastic dancing and singing from Taron who looks adorable with the glasses. The kid who plays young Reg is damn good too.

@megandoyle7395

2y↑4

I don't normally like musicals but this and the greatest showman are masterpieces both brilliant films

@punkalex14

4y↑14

This is an amazing rendition by these incredible performers. I love this movie and the cast!
Oh and Elton and Bernie and omg Giles Martin! And of course Kit and Taron. Thank you so very much.❤️

@macattack423

4y↑4

I will never complain about more material from this movie, but I'm so glad they edited it as it was in the movie. It was electrifying, and my personal favorite sequence.

@carwyn3691

4y↑4.2K

Bohemian Rhapsody getting an Oscar and not Rocketman is a hate crime

@gg454lune

4y↑52

At least it got one.

@federicatrunfio8584

4y↑21

For real man

@imnotmakingvideosrry

4y↑18

CRIME

@luigi-yx7nc

4y↑41

This scene won best in editing. Oscars 2019 sucks.

https://youtu.be/JNctAdr7jy4

@ish9506

4y↑81

Agreed. Both movies deserved Oscars

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@nikolaskoskinas7047

2y↑5

One of the best musical performances ever. This film is INCREDIBLY UDERATED.

@DaveThePlump

4y↑8

i’m sorry but the way his voice sounds in the movie is absolutely stupendous and takes the win over the soundtrack. i love him singing live. he has a beautiful voice and is extremely talented.

@julialownsbery4302

1y↑4

I was absolutely obsessed with this movie saw it 9 times in theaters. I will never forget the first time I saw it. It was amazing, and it still is!

@juanherasme5693

4y↑53

I love that they didn't make Elton look like someone who knows perfectly how to dance, they just showed him as a guy who is passionate about music and having a great time, it's nice that he was just hoping and running around

@iraimampbezzan2323

5y↑5

Taron interpretou lindamente Elton; o filme é lindo e sensível. Merece, sem dúvidas, o Oscar.
😍😍😍😍😍

@tanaygupte1453

5y↑17

A movie sequence shouldn't be allowed to be this astoundingly good. I can't stop watching.

@sweetcheeses

37w↑4

Kit Connor is just a star. He rlly brings the passion and the class in whatever project he’s in. Excited to see what the future holds for him

@annalever6113

4y↑4

This is my favourite Elton song! The pure energy of this song is amazing!

@ItsClassic_435

24w

To this day, that crane shot 2:40 still gives me goosebumps.

@brendonisrael6255

5y↑26

This scene was phenomenal! What made this scene stand out is that it highlighted the notable countercultures that were popular in London back in the day. From the Rockers, Teddy Boys and Teddy Girls, to the rude-boys and rude-girls, this scene shined the light on all of them. They even included the British Indians who mesmerized the audience with their dance. This scene was incredible!

@narwhalsism

2y↑6

I was looking for a comment like this, I thought surely I wasn't the only one who had noticed it. Its such a great detail!

@deangardner5844

1y↑2

And the mods

@philiperoberto1404

2y↑2

Impossível não se arrepiar com essa cena aaaaaaa

@JohnPierre-lz6vb

3y↑17

Taron deserved an Oscar for this movie.
He is really talented.
It's a shame he didn't get one.
Really Hollywood.

@sisshook4819

4y↑53

1:03 I swear that part always gives me chills

@I.Am.Shadow4o0

Same.
And i like the "ooooo" part

@ccaseyy

5y↑13

This whole number is so perfect. Taron did such an amazing job he deserves the Oscar!

@izzygrace8107

5y↑7

I saw this film 3 times in the cinema and I still get chills when it shifts to Taron. I really hope he gets recognised in award season for Rocketman

@rosebookfan7677

5y↑28

Kit was absolutely amazing! Even though it was brief he brought the vulnerability & Innocence & rising talent Elton had when he was kid.🤩😎👏🏼

@neosandy

2y↑7

Honestly, I believe this is one of the best films I've ever seen in my entire life ❤

@joaquinqueijo6086

5y↑78

I love at 3:52 how when he’s down the mother is clapping and nods in approval. In certain parts of the movie she shows she still loves him

@emiliobello2429

4y↑1

She does (somewhere)

@kathleencollins5531

4y↑10

She probably did in her own way. At least she did support him. She was probably one of those parents who got more critical as she got older. The way Elton described her, she reminds me of a parent that is so hyper critical that she makes you want to slam your head into a wall. I've seen patents like that.

@seni7019

4y↑3

THIS SCENE GIVES ME GOOSEBUMPS EVERYTIME, PURE PERFECTION.

@jacksmite9683

1y↑3

By far the best song and performance in history!

@noelmachacon1961

5y↑32

Great Chuck Berry/Elvis Presley influence portrayed by Kit. Awesome how Reginald was able to create his own sound reaching his adult years, good job Taron for portraying his life.
Bravo! This movie will win some awards.

@peanut983

3y↑3

What I loved about this was it could’ve been another boring biopic about a famous person, but Elton made it a musical too. And why not, he has so many great songs about his life he can use to highlight moments in his life

@mariellewiertz6176

4y↑2

Best scène of the movie, great energetic song and stunning cinematography, love it❤ Makes me feel like going crazy on music on one hell of a saturdaynight !

@blvvdonsleeves

38w↑3

One of the best scenes!! I love how it looks like there is no choreography and they are just vibin with Elton!! I bought this with my own money today and I gotta say, ITS A GREAT BUY!! ❤❤

AND IM SORRY BUT TARONS FACE MUSCLES SHOW SO MUCH EMOTION!!

@Queenofallthelizards

2y↑4

I'm in so much awe that this scene was filmed in one shot. This film deserved so many awards

@emmaahmed6666

4y↑14

i could watch this number on repeat and never get tired of it

@emilyreilhan

5y↑10

Just saw it for the first time yesterday with a friend in a little theatre in my town that’s still showing it...now i’m seeing it again this weekend in the same theatre with a different friend. Is it possible to have constant chills throughout an entire movie??? Because i sure did

@onastick2411

You have two friends? Now that's edgy.

@aresef

5y↑882

The moment Taron Egerton's Elton turns up, the movie finds another gear.

And mark my words, we'll see some iteration of Rocketman on Broadway before you know it.

@sallysimpson7

5y↑5

Oh yes, for sure. I wonder when that will begin.

@dontbefatuousjeffrey2494

5y↑11

That's what we said when we first watched it. I think it will become a very successful show.

@benzaiten933

5y↑7

and mark my words I'll watch it!

@bozieduble8541

5y↑14

From the first number, it watched like a musical - a very different beast to Bohemian Rhapsody.

@ericsantana1184

4y↑2

I would pay 10 bucks to see Rocketman on Broadway. As long as Elton John shows up

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@psychopearl

4y↑70

The transition from Kit to Taron is awesome.

@speedfrontier2233

5y↑42

That transition gives me chills every time X_X

@FMNikoyo

4y↑1.6K

I like how his mom's new boyfriend is way more supportive of him than his mom ever was

@angief6364

4y↑217

More supportive than both his parents.

@ashleycook9955

4y↑263

I love how supportive his Grandma was too. She was his saving grace I think.

@acab9120

4y↑35

Fred is just a chefs kiss

@henrymckean8248

4y↑43

I know! Fred was just such a sweetheart

@therunn3197

3y↑51

just sucks because he actually seems like a nice guy, he was just manipulated by elton’s mom

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@CaroLizzette

4y↑6

I actually love this version! Probably even more than the theatrical version. I get goosebumps every time the music slows down and starts building up again.

@krokobille

5y↑8

That dance coreography is IMPRESSIVE. Love that jump!

@matthewpeterkinaikuruyamot8743

5y↑122

That movie is incredible I love Rocketman it is so epic and legendary Elton John is the man and the best of the best

@medictf2198

3y↑10

This has got to be one of the coolest scenes I’ve ever watched in any movie.

@dayan_2475

Eso de jugar con diferentes ritmos en esta escena queda hermoso, y mas cuando dice "a couple of the sounds that I really like", quedó perfecto

@melp.3012

2y↑4

I need a movie nowadays with Taron and Kit, would love to see them together!

@jeferson0chagas

18w

Hoje, ainda me lembro da injustiça que foi o oscar...Trabalho impecável de todos!!!

@nicoleeirlys5125

3y↑15

Kit conners performance is superb! No credit but he deserved it. Amazing voice too!

@aidangroves5010

2y↑3

Taron Egertons voice is outstanding

@aprilmaaarsters

5y↑9

The most creative biopic I’ve ever seen. My prayers are that Michael Jackson’s documentary will be just like this! The director really did Elton John justice. One of the best movies I’ve seen!

@Christina-co3xn

4y↑3

this is my favorite elton john song and this is my favorite part of the movie. you can imagine how many times i’ve been replaying this video

@shuvospeaking3250

4y↑3

This song makes me incredibly happy... And out of breath. 😊

@cherry1858

5y↑81

Watching Taron jump around like an excited kid is the best, he's so adorable!

@cool_catt666

3y↑1

Amo essa parte❤❤❤❤

@michaelgroskopf9878

2y↑17

Love this! 42/M/ married 9 years…sober today from alcohol and Meth…14 months/ 23 days…watched this movie in treatment and absolutely LOVED it…it definitely helped my healing process 💚💚💚👍

@jesusramirogutierrezherrer9086

5y↑2.2K

I think this is one of the greatest movie of the year

@freddiemercuryhaslosthissh7695

5y↑55

Dont u mean THE GREATEST

@blackjaguar7720

5y↑4

Freddie mercury has lost his Shoe nah

@becidju

5y↑13

Endgame....

@miguelconway40

DanPuggle he said one of the greatest did you not read the comment

@becidju

5y↑1

@Miguel Conway but,Endgame

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@idaeja

1y↑2

I watched Rocketman in 2020 (I know, late to the party, but two years on, I'm still obsessed with Elton's music) and thought "wow that kid is good, he's gonna be big" - Then two years later, I realise that it is the same guy who plays Nick Nelson my newest obsession, Heartstopper, and I was like :0

@soraiagomes5002

3y↑7

Aren´t we going to talk about the transitions?
ABSOLUTLY AMAZING!! Young Elton to grown up Elton and the music in 1:30 IS WOWWW!

@danielaguilar4472

5y↑4

Es una pena que en México Elton John no sea demasiado conocido :(

@TheatreStud87

2y↑2

It's sad this movie didn't get as much recognition from the Academy as Bohemian Rhapsody this movie is far superior in my opinion. Not only did the lead ACTUALLY sing in it but they made it a biopic AND a musical at the same time. It's just so visually stunning and the cinematography is incredible.

And this is from a lifelong Queen fan. I love Queen and Elton both but Queen is still my fave. But in this instance, I'm with Elton ❤️

@itzzzel6098

5y↑3

They did an amazing job casting Taron, he is the best 😍😍😍

@writestuffla

5y↑1

Really brilliant work. Taron is proving himself to be a major star, but moreover, an amazing artist. What he can do for encore after playing Sir Elton remains to be seen.

@nonnamadonna

I hope he does more character roles.

@georginatilly-scholes2069

5y↑8

I need to watch this over and over again because there’s just so much going on 😍😅

@markrigg4148

1y↑5

How he never received an oscar nomination for this role is beyond me.

@memolaure8537

5y↑1

Esto es asombroso es increíble la actuación de Taron Egerton esta película es una joya

@nicandknacksandseans

30w↑2

The genius of turning this into a musical is just

@makylagreaves3419

4y↑4

Taron so deserves an Oscar for his performance it is amazing and we'll just he is amazing for playing Elton

@EditorOfSL

5y↑805

When Taron starts singing in this...ooh, chills!

Then again I shouldn’t be surprised - we Welsh have a pretty good rep when it comes to singing.

@darthsader7089

5y↑5

Really?🤔

@freddiemercuryhaslosthissh7695

5y↑3

Same with Scots

@brianorozco1074

5y↑7

Freddie mercury has lost his Shoe That’s very interesting🧐

(I have found Freddie Mercury’s lost shoe)

@EditorOfSL

5y↑21

Darth Sader Well, clearly you’ve never heard of Shirley Bassey, Katherine Jenkins, Bryn Terfal, Tom Jones, Wynn Evans, John Owen Jones, Catherine Zeta Jones (who got an Oscar for Chicago) to name a few...

All Welsh, all wonderful singers. Not for nothing is it sometimes called “the land of song.” And now Taron’s joining them.

@bigdrew4248

5y↑2

Amen!

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@juliacantilio4600

5y↑1

Esse filme merece o Oscar em todos os requisitos! ❤🤩

@kifujinkitade1674

5y↑4

I know Taron maybe won't get an Oscar for this role but at least I hope he'll get a nomination. He did such a great job

@seni7019

4y↑4

the way this masterpiece lives in my mind absolutely rent free

@markwilken2492

2y↑1

The casting in this was phenomenal

@berriibee5751

5y↑4

this is the best movie i’ve ever seen. the acting is perfect and it’s just like a musical. it’s simply beautiful omg

@ImBarelyMe

35w

On release I went to see rocketman with my grandparents, and genuinely, this movie had me MILES out of my shell, and after for about 3-4 months I only listened to music from the soundtrack, and the OG songs, taron did incredible as Elton, and I still adore how deep the lore of how he got this role is, from kingsmen to this, just amazing

@tlkpdls

3y↑2

I can see this scene many times and it will never tire me.

@Paul-tc1sy

5y↑6

This and the pool scene were my favorites, what an amazing and beautiful movie!

@stringslign

4y↑19

According to Taron Egerton and the full production crew of this movie, this specific scene took 4 or more nights to animate. God damn did they perfect the life of the mid 1960's

@fiestafoo5006

3y↑4

Holy cow, Taron Egerton’s energy in this scene is through the roof! Incredible.

@beatricehearthrow8441

2y↑5

My heart just DIED. Mini Kit Connor is ADORABLE. HOW DID I NOT KNOW THIS VERSION HAD HIM IN IT??? He is just too cute. I plan to watch the movie, Taron seems super cool in some of the clips I've watched.