October 1973 – a song popular in this month – Yellow Brick Road by Elton John
Bernie Taupin writes the lyrics to Elton’s songs. He often seems to write about Elton, but this one appears to be about him.
Interesting facts Yellow Brick Road & Elton John
Elton doesn’t write lyrics, his songwriting partner Bernie Taupin takes care of that.
He won a piano scholarship when he was 11 to the Royal Academy of Music.
The Yellow Brick Road is an image taken from the movie The Wizard of Oz.
In 2008, Ben & Jerry’s created a flavor of ice cream in honor of Elton John called “Goodbye Yellow Brickle Road.” Made of chocolate ice cream, peanut butter cookie dough, butter brickle and white chocolate chunks, it was made to commemorate Elton’s first concert in Vermont (home of the ice cream makers) on July 21, 2008 at the Essex Junction fairgrounds.
At one point, John was responsible for 3% of all records sold on the planet.
This information was provided by Songfacts.com
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He is a great entertainer. Thank you for showcasing in your blog. The yellow brick road transcends every generation. ❤
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Yes, I would agree with you. Thanks for stopping by to read and comment – have a happy day! 🙂
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Wow ! and now I feel like ice-cream. I can only imagine how yummy that must taste. And, what an amazing song ! One I will never forget. Elton is really great. Hope your day will be wonderful my friend. 🙂 x
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Elton is an excellent entertainer – he has certainly been around for awhile. My day is good Lynne, thank you for asking, I wish the same for you. 🙂
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Thank you 🙂
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Love anything Elton John
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Yep, me too Jodi! 🙂
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I have a really vivid memory of the first time I saw the Yellow Brick Road album. Our local music store had a display of them in the window. Thanks for this trip down memory lane Terry.
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You are welcome Su, memory lane can be a nice place to visit. Thanks for stopping by – Happy Week ahead. 🙂
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And to you Terry. 🙂
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Interesting bits of information – thank you, Terry!
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You are welcome Dolly, glad you enjoyed this post. Enjoy what’s left of your day. 🙂
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Thank you, Terry, and you enjoy the remainder of the weekend.
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I love this song. It’s just right for a rainy day like today, actually. I was listening to it in the car on the way back home.
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A perfect song for a rainy day! I appreciate you stopping by today to listen, read and comment. Happy day to you! 🙂
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Love Elton John. Was lucky enough to see him preform live about eight years ago.
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I bet that was an excellent concert. Thank you Peggy for stopping by each day, I appreciate you very much. 🙂
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And I appreciate you.
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And he comes from Watford which is where I was born! I love Reg Dwight 😉
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It is a small world. He is an outstanding artist, and I have always been a big fan. Happy Day Osyth, I hope the recent changes are treating you well and you are doing okay. 🙂
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Thank you … all is well – getting caught up before I head to Liverpool tomorrow. A few good musicians from there too 😉
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