About The Song
Title: Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going to Be a Long, Long Time)
Artist: Elton John
Genre: Pop, Rock
Release Date: 1972
Album: Honky Château
Songwriters: Elton John, Bernie Taupin
Key Themes: “Rocket Man” is a reflective and introspective song that explores the loneliness and isolation experienced by an astronaut in space. The lyrics convey a sense of detachment from family and home, as the astronaut contemplates the challenges and emotional toll of space travel.
Musical Style: Elton John’s “Rocket Man” features a melodic and atmospheric pop-rock arrangement. The song is characterized by Elton John’s soulful vocals, Bernie Taupin’s poignant lyrics, and a musical backdrop that includes piano, synthesizers, and a mellow rhythm. The combination of these elements contributes to the song’s emotional depth.
Cultural Impact: “Rocket Man” became one of Elton John’s signature songs and a critical and commercial success. It reached high positions on the charts and has since become a classic in his repertoire. The song’s exploration of human emotions and the impact of technology on personal relationships resonated with audiences during the early 1970s.
Legacy: “Rocket Man” has endured as one of Elton John’s most beloved and enduring hits. Its inclusion in various compilations of his greatest works and its frequent appearance in popular culture attest to its lasting impact. The song remains a symbol of Elton John’s ability to blend meaningful lyrics with captivating melodies.
As a thoughtful and emotionally resonant piece, “Rocket Man” by Elton John showcases the singer-songwriter’s prowess in storytelling and musical expression. The song’s exploration of human vulnerability and the consequences of space exploration has solidified its place as a timeless classic.
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Lyrics
“Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going To Be A Long, Long Time)”
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She packed my bags last night, pre-flight
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