Elton John - Skyline Pigeon 1972 (With Lyrics!)

This early Elton John-Bernie Taupin composition was originally recorded and released on his first album "Empty Sky" in 1969. Then the song was re-recorded during the "Don't Shoot Me I'm Only the Piano Player" sessions at Strawberry Studios, France in 1972. It was not included on the album, but was released as the B-side to the hit single "Daniel" in 1973.

You can hear the original version here:

Words & Music by Elton John & Bernie Taupin
©1969 Dick James Music Limited

[stuartpodd]

This song reminds me of my grandmother. She passed away 14 years ago today. I'll never forget her. 😥

[paulofelicio]

Tenho 65 anos Elton não me cansei de ouvir música dos 70 que saudade tempos maravilhosos que bom

[susanbrand]

So simple and beautiful. Never mind all the big Elton hits. This has to be the best. Beautiful lyrics and melody, reminds me of growing up and realising that life can hurt but that music can heal.

[carlweaver]

Thank you Elton and Bernie for this beautiful song.

[aklanpinoy]

Very famous in the Philippines, radio stations would blare out this song even to this day! In fact, this song introduced me to Elton back in the day! Saw Elton in concert 4 times here in the States throughout the years. The man is magical with his melodies, and Taupin is a fantastic lyricist! Thank you!!! :)

[paintblushed]

shout out to my dad who introduce me this song " i love you dad"

[chadpogs]

timelesss music!! lots of memories during my childhood.

[seymay]

Avevo 2 anni e già sapevo di amarlo 😍😍💞💞💞💞

[rexcoholaguer]

My dads fave song. Happy 2 years in spiritual world my father Florencio Jr 🙏🏻💙💚❤️😇

[islandgurlofsulu]

My favorite. Thank you elton john and thanks for sharing it with us.

[andygeisel]

A great example of how his playing allows for placement of the vocal. Elton rarely ever sets a melody that conflicts or interferes with where the vocal is going to reside, much less steps on it.

[markblackman]

Not bad for B side. That's how good they were thst a song off that quality was the flip to Daniel.

[メルシーマクベス]

I like original one in "Empty Sky" better. Because he plays the harpsichord.