The Road to El Dorado cover

The Road to El Dorado

Elton John · 2000

62 min · 14 tracks · pop rock · R&B · soft rock

A vibrant tapestry of theatrical pop and rock, infused with adventurous spirit and rich melodies.

Why this album works

This album is notable for its chart performance, reaching the top 20 in several countries and showcasing the continued popularity of Elton John's music into the new millennium. It also marked a significant collaboration with Tim Rice, which deepened their partnership after their successful work on 'The Lion King'.
Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks adventurous spirit for afternoon drives theatrical melodies for sing-alongs
Context
By 2000, Elton John was in a phase of creative resurgence after the commercial success of his 'The One' album in 1992. 'The Road to El Dorado' served as a soundtrack to the animated film, showcasing his ability to blend cinematic storytelling with his signature sound. This album followed a period where he embraced collaborations with lyricist Tim Rice for film projects.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 El Dorado 4:22
  • 2 Someday Out of the Blue (theme from El Dorado) Standout 4:47
  • 3 Without Question 4:47
  • 4 Friends Never Say Goodbye Standout 4:20
  • 5 The Trail We Blaze 3:53
  • 6 16th Century Man 3:39
  • 7 The Panic in Me 5:40
  • 8 It’s Tough to Be a God 3:49
  • 9 Trust Me 4:45
  • 10 My Heart Dances 4:51
  • 11 Queen of Cities 3:56
  • 12 Cheldorado 4:26
  • 13 The Brig 2:58
  • 14 Wonders of the New World 5:55

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