Elton John - Rocket Man (Royal Festival Hall, London 1972)
Vložit
- čas přidán 1. 05. 2019
- Elton’s second concert at London’s Royal Festival Hall was an opportunity for him and his band to perform their newly-recorded album Honky Château in its entirety. This live debut of ‘Rocket Man’ two months before its release as the album’s first single is striking in its freshness and its ability to nearly replicate the studio arrangement on stage. The line-up of Davey (guitar), Dee Murray (bass) and Nigel Olsson (drums) immediately established itself as the “classic” Elton band, solidifying Elton’s studio and stage presence through his most prolific period.
Buy / Listen to Honky Château: eltonjohn.lnk.to/HonkyChateau_
Explore the music of Elton John: eltonjohn.lnk.to/essentialsID
Watch more Elton videos: EltonJohn.lnk.to/WatchMore
Subscribe to Elton channel: bit.ly/EltonYTSubscribe
About Elton John:
Welcome to the official Elton John channel. Subscribe today for a vast video collection of music videos, iconic live performances, exclusive interviews, behind the scenes content and playlists to explore Elton’s musical legacy in-depth.
Follow Elton John on...
Facebook: eltonjohn.lnk.to/facebookYT
Twitter: eltonjohn.lnk.to/twitterYT
Instagram: eltonjohn.lnk.to/instaYT
Official Website: EltonJohn.lnk.to/WebsiteOfficial
Join the Rocket Club newsletter: EltonJohn.lnk.to/RocketClub
Elton John - Rocket Man (Royal Festival Hall, London 1972)
/ eltonjohn - Hudba
![Live Aid (Queen) Full Concert [1985, London, Wembley Stadium]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/PLIAp5nr0q0/mqdefault.jpg)
I can't believe this is live - the vocals are stunning
I'd be honored if some Elton John fans would give a quick listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of LEVON and ROCKET MAN on my YT channel in tribute to the masters of 20th century composition and lyrics (Elton and Bernie Taupin). Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Thanks and peace.
Hear, hear !
he has always been an underrated vocalist. Elton is an incredible, effortless singer
Hi Lauren
@@marcuswalker3670 have a glass of water
we're so lucky to be alive at the same time as this legend.
yes (._.)
i love the metaphors cheers it makes me feel and think xo
Nah not for me never liked him nor his music
And billy Joel
Murphy moe y r u here
Dude it is absolutely unreal how good Elton was during this period. What a voice!!
his piano playing was special
Yep!
he still is! I saw him last year.
@@theklakoch709 love your taste..."they don't want tuna with good taste, they want tuna that taste good, Charlie... Chicken of the Sea!"
Ciao/Cheers Amiche
Yeah have to agree..strong voice, strong performer
As a struggling single father. I finally understand this song.❤
"burning out his fuse up here alone.." 📻 🎼🎵🎶
This almost 50 years old that’s crazy
Yup and I was a 7 yr old little girl when I would lay in the grass & sun 🌞 listening to this . 1 of my top shelf FAVS as I call it sun & earth songs🌞🌎
Remember when 50 years was a long time.
@@111Phoenix777 Remember when 50 years was a bit grounded in discoveries all new and fresh then the players of these days.
@@freespirit21newyork I was 11 , this lovely song is part of my 10 motivations !!
Damn, I was like - it can't be 50 years from 1979. But it is, of course...
I'm not saying this is my favorite song. But it is probably one of the best songs ever sang.
sung
@@thecoolestmanever9068 Sangdid*
No Yesterday is
channing bloom he only said it’s one of the best
@@jasonkostelecky2197 This song is leagues better than Yesterday. Yesterday isn't even in my top 10 Beatles songs let along greatest of all time. The best Beetle song is Imagine.
I'm 71 and still love Elton John. What a voice!
i'm 29 and ilove the classic songs as they remind me of my late father 🧡
dang
@@TheLazerOfficial Happy Birthday
I’m 17 and i really love him ☺️
59 and still can’t get enough of this song, my friends thought I was strange for playing this when it first came out,it still rocks my heart and soul
This performance was two months before the album was released, so this is likely the first time anyone in the audience is ever hearing this song.
I’m 58 years old and my 30 year old son is now an Elton fan. Mission accomplished. Timeless music.
My Mum used to listen to Elton on the way to school everyday. I loved it.
Im 30 too and hell yes Im an Elton fan too
Thank god! He is one of the contenders for best solo artist, honestly imo he is THE BEST solo artist.
im 15 and a massive fan!!
I'm metal fan but queen and Elton doesn't hurt at all
This live version is just as good as the studio one...
@Zeline Manzore bruh that's a pirated version of a different movie
Elton is a musical genius !
Some artists are just as good live as they are in the studio. Freddie Mercury is a good example.
@@SMUS16475 - - Some artists sound even *better* live than in the studio and I'd def put 70's Elton John and Freddie Mercury on that list. Don't get me wrong both sound amazing in the studio too but performing live, they shine.
prikov1 F A C T S
I have been Elton fan since I was 14 years old. Now I’m 15
😊
Same dude.But I'm from Russia,in here almost nobody don't know Elton😅
@@matricks3988no!!! I am 63 and I sing Elton’s songs every day in my car… Daniel, Your song… I live in Moscow.
@@SergFilippenko , I'm pleasantly surprised!Probably,i'm situated exactly in that society which don't knows about Elton's songs😅
💀
Not only is the voice in this live performance perfect, at the same time he plays the piano perfectly. My absolut respect for this masterpiece.
Ikr, he is a freaking legend
Just realized that this was 48 years ago.
Yeah and that shirt would still be in style now.
Born the year he sang this song
Elton was 25 in 72. 😊
@@cynthiahaley8233 I'm 26 years old in 2019 :)
Jack of Helsinki I'm 56 and grew up listening to this among other greats.
Can we just appreciate for a moment the piano playing.
I'm thinking that too! He's like Aretha, a solid gospel sound.
The piano playing while singing
It baffles me how amazing he is at piano. Most pop singers can play chords with maybe a bit of rhythm. Sir elton can play it like a pro with very interesting ideas surrounding chord patterns all while singing
@@kareemalmadaeen2413 There are a number of excellent pop musicians who can (could) play, such as Nina Simone, Aretha Franklin, Nat King Cole. Of course, all three of them started as pianists (Aretha used to accompany her father' Gospel choir) and added singing later. How about Leon Russell? Pianist with the wrecking crew.
Susan Kennedy don’t forget Billy Joel
Stop the madness, stop the war and listen to Elton John ☮️
Music is the way out ✌️
His vocals are incredible for a live performance.
If we really are in a multiverse, I feel bad for all of the universes that don't have Elton John.
There’s probably a universe where this man worked at a record shop or a universe where he didn’t go to rehab. Sounds scary
we got the good ending xD
Exquisitely spoken.
Elton John, gênio da música.
I feel like it’s more of a neutral ending. A “good” ending could have been basically the same, but instead Elton does not lose his vocal range and has his voice age normally. Not saying it was necessarily a bad thing his voice deepened in 1986, but for the sake of the “good ending” meme, that seems more appropiate.
I’m 34 and just have started to fully appreciate what Elton John brings to the table.
I'm 29 and feel the same
Crazy I’m 34 too and just been on an Elton John binge.
Same here 1986'ers
Same bro, now I get what was the hype about
Samesies. 🙃
There will never be another voice like Elton John.
This makes me misty... his voice so clear, the piano sounds so brilliant, his smile. Perfection.
This is Elton's Space Oddity
Because it's about a spaceship?
Then Queen's would be '39.
then the beatles would be across the universe
Nice comprehension compared with Bowie's space oddity.
In my opinion I think Rocket Man is about Elton’s feelings at the time.
70's rocks stars were the coolest ever
And most talented!
I agree
Yes, i loved the drugged up drunks on stage, it was a joke i agree, no autotune just pure vocals, it was perfect
agreed!Elton,Queen,BowieArrowsmith
@@BimmerE35sadowner um
WOW, AS A piano player and a singer... ON HIS OWN LEAGUE! 👸♑❣️🕺♋♾️
I dont think I've ever heard a song sound better live.
My son loves this song. Yeah, the little boy I'm holding in my picture
Congrats dude that ones a keeper. I wouldn’t throw him away 😂🤣👍🖖
Cool❤
Allisson Diego ur son has taste
Allisson Diego your son has good taste at such a young age haha
Damn that's great taste. If he hasn't been revealed to it, show him Queen's music.
The film "Rocketman" was great. Left the theatre feeling good. Taran did a fantastic job.
I heard show sucked
*Taron 🙈
Better than the Bo Rhap film.
@@mjphoto45 it did!
Jim Morrison god no !
Not too often a singer sounds better live than on record...Elton is a legend always and forever
My god what a voice. Gives me chills. Cant believe all that time has gone by.
Few artists can sing live and sound better that the studio version. He did it.
Freddie Mercury is definitely one of them few 👌
dont forget about bruno !!
John S Elton John, Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, etc etc all sing just as good live!
Especially the pop singers today
James Hetfield back in 86-92. Sang live WAY better than studio version
I was about 8 years old when I first heard this song. Now I am 58 and still listen to it like it was the first time. There won't ever be another quite like Elton John!
Yes
1963 was a good year
@@MichaelFlynn0 1964 was pretty good too, I was born at the start of that year. :)
When I was about 11-12 years old, I remember being at my cousins house and hearing the beginning notes of the Honky Chateau album. I was forever hooked!
Ditto
I was 17 when this was recorded and I was madly in love with Elton John. Fifty years later and guess what? I am STILL in love with Elton John. Seen him live five times over the years. He just gets better and better.
Very jealous, I’m sure it was awesome. Praying he comes to America one last time or I find a way to go to the UK to see him
Elton John is old now late 70s he’s retired now
He doesn’t get better and better, let’s be honest :p This era is his peak.
@@moscowguitarman This was definitely his peak years, both as a songwriter, singer and performer. Now he barks out his songs. Too bad!
@@208sapphire He's 74. Retired from touring but not performing.
This is the very best version of ROCKETMAN ever recorded
Absolutely! Sounds like it's straight outta the studio.
The biography of Elton John in this movie Rocket Man, touched my heart in an inexplicable way, I felt an inner sanction, that when we got to the car with my wife I started crying and I felt my chest sink.
I do not compare myself in any way with this great man, but my childhood is marked by rejection and contempt.
Thank God look at this great movie.
Gee's.
@@sajanapeiris8416 G's.
Edgar, there are a lot of us out there. I'm 70. My wife and I saw the movie yesterday. I teared up when they played parts of Yellow Brick Road ever so slowly, just on piano and then same again on violin. Had to be consoled by my wife. Painful memories just below the surface.
Blank ATM Card Card bruh
@@IsaacAsimov1992 I feel your pain. Hugs!
Finally a movie of ELTON JOHN is going to come out
I can't wait for a David Bowie movie
Adolfo Garza Bowie is taking way too long!!!
@Kevin Prima that's true
And then hopefully an Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson movie!
@@briannaashley94in 2039 maybel we can get it
What about George Michael? Or Hall and Oates?
Gawd, there is NOTHING like listening and seeing the legends from their early performance, so pure, yet the sound quality and vocals WITHOUT AUTOTUNE are amazing. There were so many talented people in the time before electric fake auto tune music destroyed real music. Very few people can sing live on stage and maintain the pitch and tone like EJ, plus write his own music (with the amazing lyrics help from Taupin). Makes me so sad, these legends are fading with no one to replace them. I remember seeing EJ live in the 90s on tour with Billy Joel (another legend) and Elton sounded exactly the same then as he did from this 1972 performance. God bless musicians! I've always been in awe of real musicians and how they come up with the music.
I highly doubt that Elton's voice was the same. It might have been good but it changed. It became deeper.
What a story, a legend, a pianist, a showman. Yet steered through a life of abusive parents, drugs, alcohol and industry leaches.
From beyond the grave, this man will continue to share inspiration and hope for all that's in need.
He's still alive though. Just retired.
@jdenino6022
Yeah, fully retired!!
Lol he’s still with us
After seeing the movie I realize what a great and complete Musician Elton John is. More respect for this man
He was HUGE in the 70s.
that's how i got into him too
Don’t forget Bernie taupin
@@jonnyenglish1973 what about ray
Same I’ve always liked his songs but didn’t realize his depth. I’ve been listening to him non stop since watching the movie
Sir Elton and Bernie thanks for everything, your movie is a master piece.
Blank ATM Card Card chill bro 💀
Masterpiece? Settle down. It was a C+ studio film.
@@mikecantreed 😑
@@mikecantreed naj it was really good. Better than Bohemian imo. Very creative.
I don’t know why but I always shipped then in the movie-
I built a sound system in my home and a theater system, spent 30k. When I listen to this song it's hard to explain how good it sounds. I can her eltons lips part between words. It's hard to listen to him and not get emotional. One of the greatest musicians of all time, a true gift to humanity.
Yes sir.
Wow
We need to see video of your sound system.
Sara James led me back to this amazing song! Great job to both Elton and Sara!!!
The vocals of this song are amazing.
yea, but the lack of vocal harmonies was quite noticable
@@pkoven that's because it's live
@@pkoven his bandmates here are singing them. they are down in the mix, appropriately. because the extreme important part is elton's. your ears are just used to hearing them; the original comment stands.
@@pkoven 🤦🏼♂️
2021 still rocking this jam.
Me too 2- 10 -2021
Saw him for the first time in 1969. Always been a fan.
Absolutely!! And funny thing, Family Guy was the first what thought me this song. I was so blind back then.
Nice commet
Me too 10-10-2021
Wish I had taken my late Father to see Elton before he passed😢
I’m going to see Elton John in concert this Thursday. So excited to see one of the greatest to ever live.
Oie...sou do Brasil! E aí como foi o Show da lenda ? Amo tanto ele ! Bjs
well it is same for me but am seeing his tribute about next Friday in Blackpool the clothes that am going to wear for it is Elton John shirt and plan trousers / Elton John hat and Elton John hoodie but am really really excited to see it
@@jamievincent4829 Come on don’t hold back,, tell us about the show!!
This guy is so good they produce a movie about him while he’s still here. Long live Elton John.
To be able to play the piano like that while singing your heart out at the same time = Genius
How is it even possible to be that talented?
I’m 70 Elton is beyond fantastic
"I'm a rocketman..."
Me: ROCKETMAAAAAAAAAANNNNNN
I think it's gonna be a long long time
@@blankatmcardcard8632 solo castellano.. Soy Marga 53 años.. Es genial el tema ..tantas interpretaciones... a los 18 lo escuchaba y adoraba el tema pero no sabía que expresaba... Disculpas soy educadora pero cero inglés...
🚀 man!!!!!!!
so funny im doing it now
Elton in the 70s at his best for me personally,
Yeah saw him in Atlanta in 71 Yellowbrick Road tour. I'm 65 and remember it like it was yesterday. One of the best shows I have ever seen and I've seen alot.
Douglas McCrary yellow brick road came out in 73
Elton didn’t tour in ‘71 according to his tour history. He did in ‘70.
I had the honor seeing Elton John in concert in Knoxville, TN and his performance never disappointed. Long live Sir Elton John.
60’s 70’s 80’s live performances are the GOAT
I think it’s gonna be a long long time before I hear a better song than this.
There will never be a better song
Nothing written in the last 20 years comes close. It's over folks. Just enjoy the past . There is no future
Sorry... But no, it's not
@Behzingas Dad yea it ain’t chief
Rocket man (Elton) has been sober for 30 years in 2020 love to all
Thank god. Right
What a treat it would have been to see this live. I envy those who lived through this time period.
I was there, saw him in 1975 at Dodger Stadium, the concert depicted in the movie. Many years and litterally hundreds of concerts later, that one stands at the top
Saw EJ twice in the early 70's. He opens with Tiny Dancer. Later he introduces a new one called Crocodile Rock before it was even recorded. Them were the days. Never again Im afraid.
Just a gorgeous song. If anyone ever wonders or questions why Elton John is so popular, just show them this clip. The guy was on another level, vocally & instrumentally.
He's got a voice that has me nostalgic for a time 30 years before I was born
Playing this at my fathers funeral tuesday.his favorite song.rip.dad 11.6.35 to.6.2.21.X
RIP.
🙏🙏
Rip❤️
@@Roo_rdo X means alot people i dont no
RIP
This is Elton John at his absolute peak/pinnacle here - perfection...
Struggled on some notes
@@AreMullets4AustraliansOnly Well -no artist is ever going to perfectly imitate live what they do in the studio
This is amazing the vocals is unreal for a live performance. This is what music is suppose to be
I'm 64 and grew up with Elton's genius; he's my all-time favorite musician/entertainer.
Christ, he is more pitch-perfect than even an auto-tune! What a musician...
I already like a lot of his songs but after watching the movie I have a whole new level of respect for him and Bernie...
me too.The movie drew me to becoming a fan 😂 before watching it I literally only knew Rockeetman and I'm Still Standing
He's just truly a genius and that's all there is to it, he's crazy talented and a tremendous showman
He the 4th highest selling artist of all time only behind the Beatles Elvis And Micheal Jackson, and dude STILL making relevant music smh absolute legend
Compelling performance. Man..there is no substitute for youth...
Or drugs 🤣
Sadly not, for both youth and drugs
True!
Both of which the effects, after the initial peak begins to fade away, like that of the most compellingly blissful amazing magical sunset, blink and it disappears… the most earth shattering and depressing thing to experience….
Except.... Experience
Beautiful song 💓
Åå
Åå
Yes, It is a beautiful song, but the lyrics are sad.
💫#HYFR it is...Legend🚀💫
Yes!!!!!
So young and great. Drugs have such an awful and lasting effect on a person. It’s nice to see him smile here.
Elton John is a musical genius 🎉🎉. Rocket Man is a pure masterpiece 🎉🎉
Just seen the movie and my eyes burned with tears sometimes; other times I felt like jumping up and dancing; mostly, I felt really happy watching a great movie with an actor who really touched my heart. Now I can't get enough of Elton's music.
God this is so true
I feel the same way, here I am up at 5:30 in the am watching Rocketman video's and Elton John video's I can't get enough either!
Me too
@@mistydupuis4992 lo único que no me gusta es recordar que fue hace 47 años
I am 30 years old - why the heck is this the FIRST time I ever listened to this?! Man, did I miss out!
I went through an ivf insert a couple of weeks ago and Rocket man was on at the clinic's radio station just as the embryo was inserted. It was such a powerful experience. Of course I know the song is about something totally different - but in that very moment when I saw that little shooting star on the ultrasound.. Elton John was singing about my embryo and my longing for something more.❤
With the greatest respect for this very talented man , I feel his best music was before he became a pop star , the early music is pure magic . This live shows how amazing he is .
God, I wish it was still 1972. I was only 10 and remember hearing Elton John everywhere !!
jeff bauer luckyyy.. I’m 16:(
I was 12 and I am still listening to his music every day even now fast approaching my 60th
jeff bauer I totally agree! I was 8 years old, begging my mom to take me to the record store to buy an Elton LP. Those were the best days🙂
Tony J I am still listening too.....fan for life❤️
Wow! That's one of the best live versions I've ever heard him do. Really amazing recording quality for 1972. And his performance here really sparkles, too!
they have had recording equipment like that since the early 1900s
IMO the recording equipment back then was better in some ways. It was less processed and all analog, giving a more natural sound.
Eu tinha 10 anos e ainda me emociono muito com às músicas do Elton Jonh,hj estou com quase 60 anos...
Bons tempos 💃✨😍
his vocal is just amazing. and how easy it is for him to reach that falsetto. truly awesome
I love listening to this song on a hot summer night while staring at the stars. His vocals are hypnotic.
Elton's original vocal range...and original hair!
Lora A well we all get old
@@monatoney3474 but some age better than others, to make another generalization.
Lora A but not many people perform 50 years and can still sing like elton.
How much, Auntie Lora ?
I've just 20 Pennys in my pocket ....
Who's here in 2020 listening to this legend🙋♂️
Not me, I'm elsewhere in time.
@@johnross2178 ok
Me
@today is not yesterday no
Who's listening in 2042 ?
Oh my goodness I Love Him ❤
I’m 27 years of age & I love this music
me too, i saw him at glastonbury yesterday and ordered a poster mid performance to celebrate #thegreatestshowman
Elton John:
Best singer
Best pianist
Best sideburns
His sideburns go all the way down to his jaw!
Best smile!
Just got back from seeing Rocketman absolutley masterful film
redhotchilifan98 I just saw it too. I was crying like a baby. Beautiful
redhotchilifan98 is it playing in theaters now? Thought it was later
@@Stevie-hn7mp came out may 31st
I loved it too!! Taron was fantastic! And I already loved Elton, but seeing the movie made me love him much more.
It was very disappointing. The narrative structure didn't work at all. It was very derrivative, scene after scene of Elton being sad and depressed. There wasn't really a story. Unlike Bohemian Rhapsody, I feel like I didn't learn much about him.
I'm 18 and this video was released 48 years ago because I appreciate, adore, worship, crave the music taste like this. I'm so glad, thankful I found Elton John.
50 years ago
2020 was 2 years ago...
how does time work like that
Pretty unreal how good he and the band sound here
Can't believe this master piece was written almost 50 years ago! Beautiful song, the vocals are just from another world! GENIUS
Dang where has time gone to? I was 25 years old when he sang this song...
When music came from the heart. And not generic beats with words
This man has helped me SO MUCH I can’t explain
Yes it helped me get through very tough times
@@adamgbell7053 count me in as well. Got me through this tough year
Me too, Fiona. This song and tiny dancer. They are so beatiful
From Brazil: The performance of 'Rocket Man' by Elton John at the Royal Festival Hall, London, in 1972, is an exhilarating masterpiece that captures the musical genius and passion of Elton John. His powerful voice and passionate delivery make this version a truly memorable and timeless experience
Just realized that this was 50 years ago
Today i have lost a special friend for coronavirus and this song is a special good bye🙏rest in peace
I'm very sorry for your loss.
f
lol
God bless
I am sorry - peace and love ~
amazing that he sounds just like the recording
A real artist
Declan Peters he actually sings better live in my opinion
Just like Freddie😻
I know
52 years ago, unbelievable....all time great.
I saw Elton John (with Billy Joel) in Dallas in 2003, not long after the space shuttle Columbia exploded over Texas. Elton John did a tribute to the astronauts with this song, making it about 10 minutes long with an amazing piano addition in the middle of it. It was very moving.
Seriously Taron Egerton sang this perfectly in " Rocketman "
Love this song
The band deserves recognition also for this. The drummer is fabulous
Dude I was just rewatching this for the hundredth time and today I was really drawn to drummer/realized how insanely good and underrated the percussion is in this
This was recorded two years before I was born. Three weeks ago I heard him perform this live in Cork and I'll be damned if the vocals weren't as good, if not better! Elton John, International Treasure.
*OMG !!! There’s nothing better than Elton behind a Concert Grand Steinway!*
There's no way... He's the one and only, our eternal ROCKETMAN ! Sir Elton John, the soundtrack of my entire life since 1972. Blessings to him.
Same to me , Wagner ! Rocket Man was the first song to capture my ears ans sense about Elton's music style, in August 1972 !
This song should be broadcasted to outer space
yes
I'm 63 grew up with his music. I was playing a collection of Eltons hits one afternoon and my neighbor in apartment next door asked who the singer was. Now Elton has a new fan aged in her early 20s
This masterpiece will transcend time and space and people of all races and creeds and quench and moisturize the dryness of the soul