The Very Best of Elton John
Elton John · 1990
138 min · 30 tracks · pop rock · R&B · soft rock
A sweeping anthology of an iconic career, blending heartfelt ballads and infectious pop anthems with Elton John's unmistakable flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- dynamic collection of hits
- heartfelt ballads for reflection
- party anthems for celebration
- wave-like pacing for varied moods
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking cohesive long-form pieces
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- celebrity disillusionment· nostalgic ballads· personal reflection· cultural icons
- Career context
- Released in 1990, this compilation album marked a retrospective moment for Elton John, encapsulating his prolific output from the early 1970s through the '80s. By this time, he had already solidified his status as one of pop music's biggest stars, following the success of albums like 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' and 'Too Low for Zero.' This collection came at a point when John was navigating both personal challenges and a resurgence in popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Billy Joel· Queen
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Hunky Dory by David Bowie — Shares a blend of glam rock and introspective lyrics, capturing personal and cultural reflections.The Stranger by Billy Joel — Combines heartfelt ballads with pop sensibilities, exploring themes of nostalgia and celebrity life.A Night at the Opera by Queen — Features theatricality and emotional depth in songwriting, blending rock anthems with reflective moments.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Your Song 4:02
- 2 Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going to Be a Long, Long Time) 4:42
- 3 Honky Cat 5:15
- 4 Crocodile Rock 3:57
- 5 Daniel 3:55
- 6 Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 3:17
- 7 Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting 4:56
- 8 Candle in the Wind 3:50
- 9 Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me 5:38
- 10 Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds 6:16
- 11 Philadelphia Freedom 5:42
- 12 Someone Saved My Life Tonight 6:46
- 13 Pinball Wizard 5:15
- 14 The Bitch Is Back 3:44
Disc 2
- 1 Don’t Go Breaking My Heart 4:32
- 2 Bennie and the Jets 5:21
- 3 Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word 3:50
- 4 Song for Guy 6:41
- 5 Part Time Love 3:15
- 6 Blue Eyes 3:28
- 7 I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues 4:45
- 8 I’m Still Standing 3:03
- 9 Kiss the Bride 3:55
- 10 Sad Songs (Say So Much) 4:07
- 11 Passengers 3:24
- 12 Nikita 5:44
- 13 I Don’t Wanna Go On With You Like That 3:59
- 14 Sacrifice 5:08
- 15 Easier to Walk Away 4:24
- 16 You Gotta Love Someone 5:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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