An introduction to some of the best pop music of the 20th century, a style that was both innocent and sophisticated.
As the older generation tut-tutted about the image of a new kind of idol called Boy George, the song started its climb to No. 1.
‘I realized that the nature of the song and its low and high vocals made it feel like it should be sung in a Gothic cathedral, allowing a hymn to be sent to the Gods.’
The double LP is still revered by many fans as something of an undervalued gem in Elton’s repertoire, and remains one of his own favorites.
