From Elton John's 1971 album "Madman Across the Water."
The song was written after lyricist Bernie Taupin's first visit to America, on the first tour in 1970. The song was first released by Mary Travers of Peter, Paul & Mary, because Elton had been performing the song live already on the second American tour in 1970. This album version was recorded the same day as the title track in August 1971. In 2005 the song made a reappearance as a sample in the hit single "Ghetto Gospel" by the (deceased) rapper Tupac Shakir.
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Drums: Terry Cox; Electric Bass: Herbie Flowers; Acoustic Bass: Chris Laurence.
Orchestral arrangement by Paul Buckmaster.
Words & Music by Elton John & Bernie Taupin
©1971 Dick James Music Limited

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