I'm Going Slightly Mad
Elton John · Other Songs - Elton John
I'm not quite the shilling
One wave short of a shipwreck
I'm not at my usual top billing
I'm coming down with a fever
I'm really out to sea
This kettle is boiling over
I think I'm a banana tree
Oh dear, I'm going slightly mad
I'm going slightly mad
It finally happened, happened
It finally happened uh huh
It finally happened I'm slightly mad - oh dear!
I'm knitting with only one needle
Unravelling fast its true
I'm driving only three wheels these days
But my dear how about you?
I'm going slightly mad
I'm going slightly mad
It finally happened
It finally happened oh yes
It finally happened
I'm slightly mad!
Just very slightly mad!
And there you have it!
I'm Going Slightly Mad
Released in 1970, "I'm Going Slightly Mad" stands as a quintessential example of Elton John's early rock and roll period, characterized by its driving rhythm and soaring vocals. The track exemplifies the songwriting partnership between John and Bernie Taupin, blending upbeat energy with a narrative of emotional frustration. As a staple of his early discography, the recording captures the raw, energetic spirit of the early 1970s, establishing a foundation for his later, more complex musical evolution. Its enduring appeal lies in its catchy melody and the relatable story of a man losing his temper, making it a defining piece of his catalog that showcases his signature style before he transitioned into the grander ballads and pop-rock anthems that would follow.