"Candle in the Wind" Elton John Bernie Taupin Cover

Me singing with Shaun Murray (ironmonger100). He's an amazing guitarist! Shaun is a fingerstyle guitarist from the UK. He's recorded three solo CDs: The Entertainer(2001), Nails and Nylon (2006) and Capricho (2007). A remastered 17-track compilation entitled 'Never Alone' featuring tracks from all three albums is now available from his website. http://www.shaunmurray.biz/

"Candle in the Wind"
Elton John Bernie Taupin

Goodbye Norma Jean
Though I never knew you at all
You had the grace to hold yourself
While those around you crawled
They crawled out of the woodwork
And they whispered into your brain
They set you on the treadmill
And they made you change your name
chorus
And it seems to me you lived your life
Like a candle in the wind
Never knowing who to cling to
When the rain set in
And I would have liked to have known you
But I was just a kid
Your candle burned out long before
Your legend ever did
Loneliness was tough
The toughest role you ever played
Hollywood created a superstar
And pain was the price you paid
Even when you died
Oh the press still hounded you
All the papers had to say
Was that Marilyn was found in the nude
[repeat chorus]
Goodbye Norma Jean
Though I never knew you at all
You had the grace to hold yourself
While those around you crawled
Goodbye Norma Jean
From the young man in the 22nd row
Who sees you as something more than sexual
More than just our Marilyn Monroe

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[7761864]

You two have a great feel for this song Mike. I really enjoyed it, and thanks for putting it up.

Great work.

[eighthavenue]

@7761864 Thanks Brian..yeah Shaun's arrangement is great. Kinda different that's what drew me to it.

[UncleVRoy]

Great collab fellas!!

[eighthavenue]

@UncleVRoy thanks Johnny

[ironmonger100]

Thanks, this is an honour for me. Your vocal is majestic, and I'm reminded a little of Colin Blunstone. Thanks again :-)

[eighthavenue]

@ironmonger100 Thanks so much. I assure you the pleasure was all mine. I found your channel last week and have been watching more of your vids whenever I get the time. Your arrangements are just beautiful. If you ever need vocal accompaniment I would be happy to tour Europe!

[jamesfdonaldson]

Excellent there Mike......yes, he's a fine guitarist.

Jim

[eighthavenue]

@SubstituteForTalent Thanks for stopping by and commenting!

[SubstituteForTalent]

Great playing & singing, enjoyed watching!

[eighthavenue]

His playing is mesmerizing. I was hoping I was able to add something. It's a very different version glad you liked it. Thanks!