Blues For My Baby And Me
Elton John · 5 Classic Albums 1970-1973 [2012]
He cursed and he raged and he swore at the ceiling
He called you his child, said honey get wise to his game
He'll get you in trouble, I know it, those bums are all the same
There's a Greyhound outside in the lane, it's waiting for us
So tell him goodbye, we gotta go west on that bus
And it's all over now
Don't you worry no more
Gonna go west to the sea
The Greyhound is swaying
And the radio's playing
Some blues for baby and me
And the highway looks like it never did
Lord, it looks so sweet and so free
And I can't forget that trip to the west
Singing blues for baby and me
Saw your hands trembling, your eyes opened in surprise
It's ninety in the shade, babe, and there ain't a cloud in the sky
I called you my child, said honey, now this is our game
There's two of us to play it and I'm happy to be home again
There's a Greyhound outside in the lane, it's waiting for us
So tell him Goodbye, we gotta go west on that bus
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Blues For My Baby And Me
Elton John's 'Blues For My Baby And Me' captures the intimate, soulful side of his early career. Recorded during a prolific period in the early 1970s, the track showcases his ability to blend rock energy with genuine blues sentiment. The song reflects the emotional depth found throughout his extensive discography, moving away from pure pop spectacle toward a more grounded, personal expression. As part of a celebrated era of songwriting, this recording highlights John's versatility and his enduring connection to the blues tradition. It stands as a testament to his skill in crafting melodies that resonate with listeners across generations, offering a moment of quiet reflection within a vast and dynamic body of work.