Elton John – Rocket Man 1972
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“Rocket Man” is a classic song by Elton John, with lyrics written by Bernie Taupin. It was released in 1972 as part of Elton John’s album “Honky Château.” The song is known for its captivating melody, introspective lyrics, and unique blend of pop and rock elements.
The lyrics of “Rocket Man” tell the story of an astronaut who is experiencing a sense of isolation and detachment due to his frequent space missions. The term “rocket man” refers to the astronaut, and the song delves into themes of loneliness, yearning for connection, and the emotional toll of being away from loved ones. The chorus features the iconic line:
“And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time ‘Til touchdown brings me ’round again to find I’m not the man they think I am at home Oh no, no, no, I’m a rocket man”
The song’s combination of emotive lyrics and Elton John’s powerful vocals has made “Rocket Man” one of his signature tracks. It has garnered widespread acclaim and has been covered and referenced by various artists in different forms of media over the years.
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Song Lyrics “Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going To Be A Long, Long Time)”
Zero hour: 9:00 AM
And I’m gonna be high as a kite by then
I miss the Earth so much, I miss my wife
It’s lonely out in space
On such a timeless flight
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
‘Til touchdown brings me ’round again to find
I’m not the man they think I am at home
Oh, no, no, no
I’m a rocket man
Rocket man!
Burning out his fuse up here alone
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
‘Til touchdown brings me ’round again to find
I’m not the man they think I am at home
Oh, no, no, no
I’m a rocket man
Rocket man!
Burning out his fuse up here alone
Mars ain’t the kind of place to raise your kids
In fact, it’s cold as hell
And there’s no one there to raise them if you did
And all the science, I don’t understand
It’s just my job five days a week
A rocket man
A rocket man
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
‘Til touchdown brings me ’round again to find
I’m not the man they think I am at home
Oh, no, no, no
I’m a rocket man
Rocket man!
Burning out his fuse up here alone
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
‘Til touchdown brings me ’round again to find
I’m not the man they think I am at home
Oh, no, no, no
I’m a rocket man
Rocket man!
Burning out his fuse up here alone
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
And I think it’s gonna be a long, long time
