Elton John (album)

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Elton John
Elton John cover
Studio album by Elton John
Released May 1970
Recorded January 1970
Genre Rock
Length 50:29
Label DJM
Producer(s) Gus Dudgeon
Professional reviews
Elton John chronology
Empty Sky
(1969)
Elton John
(1970)
Tumbleweed Connection
(1970)


Elton John is the second album from Elton John.

Because Empty Sky didn't see an American release, Elton John's self-titled second album was many people's first exposure to his music. Compared to the ambitious Empty Sky, the follow-up features the catchy melodies and intelligent lyrics that John and lyricist Bernie Taupin became known for. Prime among these was "Your Song", which became one of their signature efforts.

Contents

[edit] Track listing

All songs by Elton John and Bernie Taupin.

  1. "Your Song" – 4:05
  2. "I Need You To Turn To" – 2:33
  3. "Take Me To The Pilot" – 3:47
  4. "No Shoe String On Louise" – 3:32
  5. "First Episode At Hienton" – 4:49
  6. "Sixty Years On" – 4:36
  7. "Border Song" – 3:22
  8. "The Greatest Discovery" – 4:13
  9. "The Cage" – 3:31
  10. "The King Must Die" – 5:23

[edit] Bonus tracks (1996 CD reissue)

  1. "Bad Side Of The Moon" – 3:15
  2. "Grey Seal (original version)" – 3:36
  3. "Rock 'n' Roll Madonna" – 4:52

[edit] Personnel

[edit] Production

  • Producer: Gus Dudgeon
  • Engineer: Robin Geoffrey Cable
  • Editing: Gus Skinas
  • Remastering: Tony Cousins
  • Digital transfers: Ricky Graham
  • Surround sound: Greg Penny
  • Lyricist: Bernie Taupin
  • Arranger: Paul Buckmaster
  • Orchestra contractor: David Katz
  • Art direction: David Larkham
  • Liner notes: Gus Dudgeon, John Tobler

[edit] Charts

Album - Billboard (North America)

Year Chart Position
1971 Pop Albums 4

Singles - Billboard (North America)

Year Single Chart Position
1970 "Border Song" Pop Singles 92
1971 "Your Song" Pop Singles 8