Living On My Own
Elton John · Other Songs - Elton John
Dee do dee do dee do dee do day oh
Sometimes I feel I'm gonna break down and cry, so lonely
Nowhere to go, nothing to do with my time
I get lonely, so lonely, living on my own.
Sometimes I feel I'm always walking too fast, so lonely
And everything is coming down on me, down on me, I go crazy
Oh so crazy, living on my own.
Dee do de de, dee do de de
I don't have no time for no monkey business
Dee do de de, dee do de de
I get so lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely, yeah
Got to be some good times ahead
Sometimes I feel nobody gives me no warning
Find my head is always up in the clouds in a dreamworld
It's not easy, living on my own, my own, my own
Dee do de de (lonely), dee do de de (lonely)
I don't have no time for no monkey business
Dee do de de, dee do de de
I get so lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely, yeah
Got to be some good times ahead
(Ad lib section!)
C'mon baby
Dee do de de, dee do de de
I don't have no time for no monkey business
Dee do de de, dee do de de
I get so lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely, yeah
Got to be some good times ahead
Yeah baby
Di di di di
Dibby dibby du-wop du-wop
yeah y-y-y-y-y-y-ow-yeah
Living on my own, living on my own
Living on my own, living on my own, wooh
da, day, day, day, day
di, di, di, di, di, di, di
Be-dop, be-dop, be-dop, be-dop
Be-dop, be-dop, be-dop, be-dop
Be-dop, be-dop, be-dop, be-dop
Woh!
Living On My Own
Released in 1992, Living On My Own stands as a defining track from Elton John's late-career resurgence. The song captures the emotional turbulence of isolation, reflecting a period where the artist was navigating complex personal changes while maintaining his signature melodic prowess. Its driving rhythm and soaring chorus transformed it into a global anthem, showcasing John's ability to craft enduring pop ballads that resonate across generations. The recording highlights his versatility, blending rock energy with heartfelt vulnerability. As a significant song in his extensive discography, the track remains a staple in his live performances, celebrated for its powerful delivery and timeless appeal within the broader landscape of British pop music.