Elton John - Skyline Pigeon (Empty Sky 8 of 13)

[wishen4fishen2]

My God that was beautiful :')

[PULCE2304]

....!

[Jimmy110459]

Empty Sky, Elton's first album was not released here in America until 1975, some 6 years later. With no internet back in the day it was rare to hear any of the recordings off of this album. With that said, Skyline Pigeon off of Empty Sky is probably one of Elton's best. This is the song I have already told my children must be played at my funeral when I am released from that aching metal ring we call life.

[AsexyAgender]

As with so many others, I love this song. I also DEFINITELY prefer this one to the piano version. Thank you so much for posting this one!

[richardvollin]

Check out the first and original recorded version of "Skyline Pigeon" by Roger James Cooke, on my YouTube channel !

[mongrelhead1]

Thanks very much !!

[MZVIRB]

What a great one. And many fans don't know it.

[rembrandtjr58]

OMG, this song brings back some great memories, thank you for posting it......One of the most underated and one of Elton's greatest hidden gems......Especially the use of the harpsicord what a beautiful instrument.

[lgvhnI5s]

The definitive EJ.

[abajolaperestroika]

FUCKIN GENIUS

[buddyeagle]

This is the original version from 1969.

[chefypop]

its a wonder ej doesnt try playin this song in concert with the harpsacord..sounds so much better

[tmac052558]

The clarity and tone of Elton's voice on this song is so pure and honest. Just beautiful.

[SaddleCat1]

Great tune...

[Perfidia4ever]

Solo sir Elton è capace di scrivere queste melodie senza tempo.Se non conoscete l'Inglese pazienza.Ma se non avete l'orecchio abituato al tocco classical del nostro e allo stesso tempo al suo sanguigno rock and roll siete messi male.Meglio lasciare perdere: Elton o lo si ama o lo si odia.

[PhilipHuertas]

the music of heaven

[jamesloo7]

This is a really fantastic song by Elton John :) It gives me goosebumps. The Harpsicord and Organ gives it a real medievel feel to it. One of my faves

[jamesloo7]

This is a really fantastic song by Elton John :) It gives me goosebumps. The Harpsicord and Organ gives it a real medievel feel to it. One of my faves

[walshfan2470]

This is the best version.

[R4F4EU]

I just hear Skyline Pigeon [Piano Version]. I known this original version now! It's cute, but the vocal do not.

[lilystulips]

this is the best version of skyline pigeon, so pretty. the other version is also good but the music box is pretty

[CaledoniaJMR]

Love the old stuff more than you know. I am looking forward to the collaboration of Elton John and Leon Redbone--can't wait! Jeanne

[CaledoniaJeanne]

Love this version so much. Thank you for sharing it with everyone!

[SaddleCat1]

Early kareoke song; turn down the balance all to the right and the vocal disappears...

[SaddleCat1]

This tune on piano is great, but on harpsicord, nothing compares.

[DizziNY1]

I LOVE the Harpsichord.

[bugwitch]

Awesome! I love this song....one of my favourites! Such an excellent version too!

[alcarr99]

Elton has said in interviews that

many of his songs, especially

early ones, like this one, he

wrote like church hymns.

Another great early Elton tune!

[THEQULKMAN]

I luv this song!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[profilercms]

This version cannot be compared to any other. This is the one and the only!

[imaskylinepigeon]

This is absolutely the most beautiful song I had ever heard when I was a young girl. I am much older and still prefer the harpsichord version very much... it brings tears to my eyes!

[reneecalling]

I remember when this album was re-released in 1975 (I think). It revealed Elton's youthful voice but also his talent as a songwriter. And yes, I do agree with wagtunes. A lot of times the remakes never stand up to the original release.

[wagtunes]

This version is so much better than the remake (way too commercial) that is isn't even funny. He should have never redone this song.

Of course...JMO

[HKHK7]

@wagtunes I agree completely!

[scotpens]

@wagtunes Agreed. The 1972 single version is pleasant enough, but ordinary. The original album track with just harpsichord, organ and Elton's vocals has a soaring, spiritual quality; it sounds like something you could play in church.

[cndcbarger]

That is OK dearest Emily. For me it's the greatest song ever written. I like this version a lot but I'll admit his later versions are far superior. It has sentimental value for me I suppose but then so do a lot of his songs. I don't mind so much if no one understands what these words mean to me. There are very few songs that break my heart and this is one of them.

[sisteremilys]

forgive me Candace,not my opinion of *great* but nice beat

[saveyourkisses4me]

Elton use to be the tea boy at Dick James offices in the sixties making cuppas for the stable writers such as Roger Cook, Roger Greenaway and Tony Hiller. Elton use to keep bringing in song ideas to Roger Cook and one occasion Elton hit the jackpot! Roger Cook loved Skyline Pigeon and published the song under COOKAWAY music.

[forloveoffilm]

Brilliant combination of arrangement (Gus Durgenson) and poetry (Bernie Taupin) While I consider John to be one of the most reprehensible persons on the planet, one can not help but realize when married with the genius of Bernie Taupin, he was, at one time, a rather talented individual. Then, as happens too often, gave up talent for fame.

[stellagranos72]

He is a talented, enduring artist who has also raised many millions of dollars for important charities. In what way is he 'one of the most reprehensible persons on the planet'?

[forloveoffilm]

When approached by me to simply contribute a receipe for WON FROM THE HEART: The International AIDS Memorial Cookbook, knowing his name would help others, he wrote me back saying, "I don't support projects like yours."

Well, the last laugh was on him: at the book launch, on display with the original receipes from the survivors of Queen, Elizabeth Taylor, Stephen King, et al, his letter was right on top.

If it doesn't promote HIM he doesn't care.

[Schalkelinho]

Why do you think that Elton John gave his talent up for fame? Do you think his successful albums are all too commercial?

And if you "consider John to be one of the most reprehensible persons on the planet", what is about all the murderers, rapists, or just dumb people, etc. ? What give you the right to say something like that? Because he didn't support your project? Because your angry about his decision? Because he hurted your vanity? Or what?

[vbognot626]

I like the other version on the Don't Shoot Me I'm Just a Piano Player Album he released.

[stellagranos72]

Me too - this version is nice, but the later version is much more developed and impassioned.

[jsixtvf]

weird

[skippertthomas]

His first power ballad, prior to success in the major charts... Working the craft that Bernie on lyrics and Elton on the hops and keys putting that 'British Trademark" on this great song...

[MrBertstown]

This is probably my favorite Elton John song.

[Punktowner]

This has always been one of my favorite EJ songs. Lovely.

[TinyDancer500]

This is the version I want played at my memorial (no funeral, please!). Gorgeous.

[Miniermotte]

nice idea!

[mrtelevision]

The original Harpsicord and Organ

version!

[cudahy81]

@mrtelevision Haven't heard this song in almost 30 years...Remembered every word. The harpsicord is a MUST !!!