Strong Songs

"Tiny Dancer" and "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" by Elton John

Jun 12, 2019
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Bernie Taupin
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ANECDOTE

Rocketman Sparked An Elton John Deep Dive

  • Kirk watched the movie Rocketman and went on an Elton John listening spree afterward.
  • That listening binge inspired him to pick two Elton John songs to analyze on the podcast.
INSIGHT

Straight-Line Build In "Tiny Dancer"

  • "Tiny Dancer" is structured as a straight-line build that slowly crescendos to a dramatic chorus over more than two minutes.
  • Its long buildup makes it less radio-friendly but deeply rewarding for listeners who stay for the journey.
INSIGHT

Spiral Motion In "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"

  • "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" functions as a harmonic spiral that keeps moving without lasting resolution until the end.
  • The looping, non-repeating chords mirror the song's lyrical theme of a winding journey.
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