Rocket Man
Elton John · Greatest Hits
Zero hour, nine a.m.
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
Ah, no no no...
I'm a rocket man
Rocket man
Burnin' out his fuse
Up there 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
Ah, no no no...
I'm a rocket man
Rocket man
Burnin' out his fuse
Up there 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 this science
I don't understand
It's just my job
Five days a week
A Rocket Man
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
Ah, no no no...
Imma rocket man
Rocket man
Burnin' out his fuse
Up there 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
Ah, no no no...
I'm a rocket man
Rocket man
Burnin' out his fuse
Up there alone
And I think it's gonna be a long, long, time(7x)
Rocket Man
Elton John's 'Rocket Man' stands as a defining anthem of the 1970s, blending psychedelic rock with pop sensibilities to explore themes of isolation and the desire for escape. Released on his 'Greatest Hits' compilation, the track showcases John's signature songwriting prowess, featuring a soaring melody and lyrics that paint a vivid picture of an astronaut trapped in a metal tube. The song's enduring appeal lies in its universal resonance, capturing the human condition of feeling small against vast forces. It remains a staple of his discography, celebrated for its intricate guitar work and John's emotive delivery, cementing its place in the canon of classic rock and roll. The composition exemplifies the era's ability to merge personal narrative with grand, cinematic soundscapes.