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Diamonds

Elton John · 2017

155 min · 34 tracks · pop rock · R&B · soft rock

A treasure trove of timeless melodies and poignant lyrics, showcasing Elton John's enduring pop brilliance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
  • reflective moments for quiet evenings
  • catchy melodies for road trips
  • timeless anthems for celebrations

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
farewell tour reflections· celebrity tributes· personal resilience anthems
Career context
When 'Diamonds' was released in November 2017, Elton John was a globally recognized icon, celebrating more than five decades in the music industry. This compilation came just before his farewell tour, marking a reflective moment in his career as he prepared to retire from touring.
Stylistic neighbors
David Bowie· Billy Joel· Queen
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Legacy by David Bowie — Shares reflective themes and melodies, showcasing a career-spanning emotional depth.
Egypt Station by Paul McCartney — Combines personal reflections with rich melodies, echoing resilience and nostalgic vibes.
The Stranger by Billy Joel — Features poignant storytelling and melodic pop sensibilities, resonating with themes of nostalgia and reflection.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Your Song 4:04
  • 2 Tiny Dancer 6:16
  • 3 Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long, Long Time) 4:42
  • 4 Honky Cat 5:14
  • 5 Crocodile Rock 3:57
  • 6 Daniel 3:56
  • 7 Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting) 4:56
  • 8 Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 3:16
  • 9 Candle in the Wind 3:50
  • 10 Bennie and the Jets 5:23
  • 11 The Bitch Is Back 3:45
  • 12 Philadelphia Freedom 5:30
  • 13 Island Girl 3:45
  • 14 Someone Saved My Life Tonight 6:47
  • 15 Don't Go Breaking My Heart 4:26
  • 16 Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word 3:51
  • 17 Little Jeannie 4:50

Disc 2

  • 1 Song for Guy 6:34
  • 2 Blue Eyes 3:28
  • 3 I'm Still Standing 3:04
  • 4 I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues 4:43
  • 5 Sad Songs (Say So Much) 4:48
  • 6 Nikita 5:44
  • 7 I Don’t Wanna Go on With You Like That 4:34
  • 8 Sacrifice 5:05
  • 9 Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me 5:48
  • 10 Something About the Way You Look Tonight (single edit) 4:00
  • 11 I Want Love 4:37
  • 12 Can You Feel the Love Tonight 4:01
  • 13 Are You Ready for Love? 3:32
  • 14 Electricity 3:31
  • 15 Home Again 5:02
  • 16 Looking Up 4:06
  • 17 Circle of Life 4:53

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