This is simply one of the best songs ever written.

I can no longer hear this song without the scene from "Almost Famous" playing in my Mind's Eye.

We all took this level of talent so for granted back then, never knowing there'd come a time when composition like this just really wouldn't exist anymore.

"Epic" That's what we thought about it when it came out and with nearly every song he's been associated with. I'm sure you've heard of people climbing the mountain to stardom. Elton is one of the giants in music that can step over that mountain many have struggled to climb.

I could be wrong on some of the details -- but I believe Bernie Taupin penned the lyrics for this song during Elton John's first visit to the USA wherein Taupin met and eventually married Maxine Feibelman. As I have heard, the band had a double-decker bus set up like a big RV with little bedrooms and so on, and sometimes they rode in it between tour stops. So "seamstress for the band; you married a music man,." "Count the headlights on the highway" was a way to fall alseep; "you had a busy day today." Also "lookin' on she sings the song," etc., during the shows. We also get images of Los Angeles with preachers on the boulevard, dancing in the (beach) sand, etc. I understand Elton John's starting point for the tour was there.

Elton is a musical genius as well as a truly gifted piano player. He has that knack for creating catchy melodies and can come up with them in minutes.

It's a song so good that it will move you even after listening to over and over, for years. Elton and his lyricist Bernie Taupin are sorcerers of pop culture

Young lady you have to understand I was a teenager when this song was on the radio. Nobody today makes songs like this. Please enjoy the old music!!! It was the best!!!

I first fell in love with Tiny Dancer back in the seventies, and I still listened to it at least once a week. I hope when I am on my deathbed, I will be able to shout out to some to put "Tiny Dancer" on for me, so I can hear it one last time.

Angela, please take some time away from song reactions and watch Almost Famous from 2001. “Tiny Dancer” is featured in this film. I grew up in the 70’s listening to Elton. This was a wonderful memory for me, my best friend and neighbor introduced me to her first Elton John album. It was Christmas morning we both sat on the floor of her bedroom and she played the album on her record player I was 12. It was the most incredible thing I heard, his vocals were like magic. We both loved his voice. I discovered rock music and life was never the same. Elton John gave me music that got me into other styles and other bands into my teenage years throughout my adult life. I saw Almost Famous on HBO as an adult in 2001. Directed by the genius Cameron Crowe. I really really believe you’ll like this movie. I adored Almost Famous. You’re gonna need Kleenex. Great reaction. Have a great day. 🤩☀☀ BTW: Election Day is November 8th 2022! I voted early. Please make your vote count!

I love all of Elton John's music. The ending of this song is so soothing to the soul. God Bless you.

Possibly my favorite Elton song. I loved that they used it in a wonderful scene in the flick Almost Famous.

To really appreciate this song you have to breathe in the scene on the bus from the movie “Almost Famous”. That movie really captures the spirit of the music of that time (this song and more). That scene, and the entire movie, will make you cry happy and sad tears - all at the same time. So many memories of my childhood and adolescent years are wrapped up in this song. I hope you get a chance to check out the movie. It is definitely worth the watch…

Elton John is the GOAT. Going to see him in Phoenix. A bucket list item.

Epic indeed......the musical tapestries that Elton excels at are numerous.....he and lyricist Bernie Taupin created many a gem....."Madman Across the Water"....."Indian Sunset" to start the list.....which goes on.....and on....and on. Thanks for bringing me back to driving down the freeways in the California sun ....back in those good old days....which we can enjoy again.....if we choose to 👍💖🌈🎼👍💖🌈🎼👍💖🌈🎼

Another Tribute to My Mom who passed away young! She was a professional dancer with June Taylor Dancers who were on the Jackie Gleason Show. My dad a drummer. Heavenly Childhood! Elton John sent a Phone Wire of Condolences (Not to brag... just an amazing SEASON of Life for me) Her friend was Duke Ellington daughter.. My mom was an Angel on Earth and anyone who worked with her holds her in their heart. I was a preteen. Had NO CLUE these names of people she would talk on phone or work with were actually famous. Some newly famous and some old school. My dad made me think (in my mind) everyone sees STARS. lol Too Cool. You bring memories so tucked in my heart TEARS OF JOY finally release Sorrow. This SONG is an example of how Angels are on Earth to me. Who knew I'd ever share such intimate memories so publicly. Id rarely discuss her all my life as she is GUARDED in my heart forever. 💛💛💛 Suddenly you bring therapeutic healing simply of your genuine sincerity of appreciation of Songs of Long Ago... I figured I would get to ponder such delicate passion in everlasting LOVINGKINDNSS eternally. As we are here less than a blink of an eye! She knew Tiny Tim too... TIP TOE THRU THE TULIPS... 🌷🌷🌷 with his Ukele on the Don Ho Show in Hawaii. Enough Name Dropping of people who were just kind souls to me. 😇

When a song is arranged in a perfect way you get this!

Tiny dancer was written about Maxine Feibelman "the seamstress for the band" who married Elton's lyricists Bernie Taupin in 1971.

Greatest scene in ALMOST FAMOUS 2001.. Kate Hudson..great movie about a rock band..written by Cameron Crowe. It's about music..has amazing soundtrack!! Watch it please..all singing on the tour bus!!

Your smile lights up the world.

This song inspired me to pick up my violin after 30 years to play the background music on it. So much fun! Thanks for reacting to it!👏🏽

When you said road trip song it came to mind that this song is included in a road-trip scene in the Cameron Crow film "Almost Famous". A wonderful music movie / comedy / love story that I highly highly recommend watching if you're not familiar with it yet. Sooo so good! (+ lots of good tunes from the 70's)

That country sounding instrument you were wondering about is the pedal steel guitar. I love the sound personally.

You'd think it were illegal for a song to be so beautiful

When I look back at my life, this song, amongst ALL the songs ever made is the song that I have heard the most often. From the radio, records, tapes, cd's, satellite, this song always seems to come on. U described it as Epic and that it certainly is, both musically, lyrically and to me its Epic from the impact it has had on my life and it's importance in music history. Its so perfect that it defies genres and is timeless. It fits into any age. I just wished that u had watched the video version but this is one of my favorite reactions from u. Thanks for doing this song.

I always thought it would be fun as hell to play in this band. How cool would it have been to be part of such amazing compositions? You could almost see these guys gushing in pure joy because they knew they were part of something special.

Elton not only sounded good in the studio, but I saw him in concert 5 times,,, Ever the performer, it was a fun time. The best of all was his Single Person tour in Russia. I was fortunate to be in Russia for work in 1979, and Elton along with Percussionist Ray Cooper put on a show for the ages, Just the two of them... No other musicians.

You're absolutely right in every respect. This IS a masterpiece . Beautiful !

Absolutely, one of the greatest songs ever written. One of my all-time favorites. Beautiful, just like you. Keep up the good work. Peace.

1st time I heard this song I was stationed in Korea 1974 or early 75

I know it's been a while since you done this one, but the instrument you were asking about is a steel guitar. As many times as I've heard this I never realized there was a steel in it

Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding is his Opus Magnus, with all due respect to a close second "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road."

Elton John and George Micheal " Don't Let The Sun Go Down On me" Done LIVE is outstanding.

Magic of song. It engages you. That was always the intent of music. To grasp you.

It ends like a hymn, and the piano at the end finishes like a hymn in a small country church. Epic, indeed.

"Count the headlights on the highway"...magical!

I love Elton soooo much. I love you more!!! Thank you for that smile. : )

56 years old and this is STILL my favorite song. His new video for this really traps me in the past...

Amazing track! This has always been my favourite Elton song. Great reaction and you always look lovely!! :-)

Elton is so good in so many ways. I enjoyed your reaction to one of his many songs. I think you would like hearing "Benny and The Jets on Soul Train in 1975 and 'I'm Still Standing" in 1983.

Hi Angela knew you would love this one! Your smile when it got to chorus at 6.08 was priceless Regards from across the pond Jim, Surrey, England X

An epic Elton and Bernie collaboration! He's has a bunch of them! Jump in!

Great reactions. Question to the universe, has there ever been anyone that doesnt break out into a smile when they hear this.

Someone recently posted a video on what makes this song great. I didn't watch it but the title put me thinking. For me its the string arrangement with the cellos. So atmospheric. This instrument is perhaps closest to the heart strings.

This reminds me of carefree vacation days with my family and parents (now deceased). Bitter sweet song for me.

Thanks for your reaction...OMG when we first heard these had to wait for the radio to play it again.

Truly a masterpiece! Elton has so many timeless gems. One especially dear to me is "Tonight" - would love to share your experience with that one :)

I love how he does 9 verses before he gets to the first chorus. They each build slightly in intensity. Early Elton songs were not predictable, he just wrote to Bernie's lyrics which were written more like poetry back then.

IMHO perhaps his greatest song!

When you have a producer and arranger working so well together, this is the resulting magic. The country sounding instrument you were trying to name is the pedal steel guitar. The Doobie Brothers “South City Midnight Lady” features Jeff “Skunk” Baxter working his talents on one. A simply beautiful sound on a achingly pretty song. Thanks for the wonderful reaction!

Best thing he ever did his tone to his voice was spot on back then the 70s 👌

One of his best. Song sounds so good. 🙂

Love the orchestration!!

Elton John is One of My Favorite Rock Stars of the 70s & 80s. This Song happens to be One of My Favorite Songs also. There's not a Track that You can't Like of Elton's Work. Bernie Taupin was always Poetic and Elton John Knew how to put the sound Together for it to Connect.

You should watch the movie "Almost Famous"...has a great soundtrack that includes this song. You can see the clip of this song online also...famous

Can't go wrong with anything from Elton John. Amazing.

"Almost Famous" bus scene. For best results, just watch the movie and wait for the scene. Thank you.

I've been listening to this song since it was released and it never gets tired. Also, some of the piano parts reminded me of another Elton song, Burn Down The Mission off the Tumbleweed Connection album.

One of the Best from Elton John...she is a real person and this is her story written by boyfriend / songwriter Benny Turpin ... seamstress in the band

For me, this song will 4-Ever, be a part of " Almost Famous " ---------a Masterpiece, of film.

Saw Elton John live several times in the early 1980's in NYC/Madison Sq. Garden. He opened both shows with this great song. His influence on the 1970's was enormous.

Strings and steel guitar. Not a common combination. Yeah, that's pretty epic!

pretty eyed, pirate smile... that's you DayOne. :)

Hold me closer, Tony Danza? Count the headlice on the highway? I kid... It's dope

Its cool how you made me realize this is the best Elton John song.

I Have Seen Elton 4 Times Live And He Is Just Brilliant. Love The Review😊👍

Love Elton; been to 5 concerts l over the years. I think you would enjoy "Daniel" & "Crocodile Rock". I can't even choose my top 10 Elton John songs because they are all soooooo great!

Goodbye Yellow Brick Road another chart topper back then .

Mona Lisa's and Mad Hatters is another GREAT Elton song

"Good bye yellow brick road" is the next MUST LISTEN to react.... Another stunning piece.

OKAY ANGELA, HERE'S 1 GEM FOR YOU OFF OF ELTON'S 73 MULTI PLATINUM MASTERPIECE ( GOODBYE YELLOW BRICK ROAD ) AND IT'S MY FAVORITE SONG OF ALLLLLL TIME FOR DECADES NOW : FUNERAL FOR A FRIEND / LOVE LIES BLEEDING :) I'M PRETTYYYY SURE YOU'LL ENJOY IT :) STAY WELL GIRL, GOOD TO HEAR AND SEE YOU OF COURSE!

I'm no great Elton John fan, but this is one of my favourite songs of all time.

Love your reviews!

It's a Masterpiece. Other great (early) songs of his: High Flying Bird, Blues For Baby and Me, Spanish Harlem, Teacher I need You, Levon.

I don't know for sure but ever since I first heard this song on Top 40 radio, I could imagine that Bernie Taupin penned the lyrics during Elton John's band's first tour in America ("L.A. Lady") and his wife accompanied them on their occasional "decked-out tour bus" rides. Tiny Dancer ("in my hand") metaphorically suggests his feeling secure with her love for him. She and Bernie likely had their own sleeping quarters somewhere in the rear of one bus ("lay me down in sheets of linen"). They'd lay in bed together during a night run ("you had a busy day today") and "count the headlights on the highway" in the opposite direction, as a means to get to sleep. She'd fall asleep first and he'd look at her next to him -- which is where "... and you can't hear me when I say softly, slowly ..." fits in the picture. Elton John provides further eloquence with his masterful composition of the music.

Legend!!!!! Empty Garden his tribute to John Lennon. Candle in the Wind his tribute to Princess Di he sang at her funeral.

To any younger ones, a Jesus Freak was a hybrid hippie/Christian. A lot of them in S Cal in the early 70’s. They liked to do baptisms in the ocean.

You are listening to the greatest singer of our time. SIR ELTON JOHN, has been rocking music for over 50 years. One of the finest, if not greatest piano players ever. BERNIE TAUPIN, wrote the lyrics to the beautiful hits, ELTON, composed the music on his piano. Two the greatest song writers in history. Seen ELTON JOHN in concert, two times, fantastic concerts, I will always feel blessed to see the master playing his piano and singing so beautiful. LOVE YA ELTON, keep on rocking baby!!!!!!

Elton John - Madman Across the Water (original version), elton john holiday inn 1971, elton john bennie and the jets live 1974

You listen REALLY GOOD!!! You said so much going on? Bingo. This song is a masterpiece. Have you noticed it's not a perfunctory 3-minute job? Welcome to the world of Elton John, which includes long expositions that lead into really dramatic choruses. Think you're done? Nope, there's a wonderful bridge. And what about the fills by the strings? And you seem to catch it all. I like your ears; you really pay attention. While a lot of other reactors are jumping around, "showing us they're listening," you're actually doing it. Much appreciated!!!

Very astute comment on how magnificently the song is "assembled." It was very well produced. And you're right, it is a road song. Some other songs that are extremely well produced include Year of the Cat and Time Passages by Al Stewart. Check them out sometime. You are very good at this. Thanks.

50 YEARS OLD NOW ANGELA! :)ELTON AND BERNIE THAT'S WHAT THEY WERE FOR ALL THOSE YEARS, PERFECTION! THIS SONG IS ABOUT BERNIE'S LADY AT THE TIME, SHE WOULD SEW COSTUMES FOR THE BAND, SHE WAS THE SEAMSTRESS FOR THE BAND. :) GOOD TO SEE YOU, BE WELL

Either Song by Jim Croce (Crow-Chee): I'll Have To Say I Love You In A Song Operator

This is my absolute favorite Elton John song, but he has a LONG list of favorites. Such an amazing singer, songwriter, and musician.

There’s a classic scene with this song in the movie “Almost Famous”

A classic in everyway.

I loved your reaction to one of my favorite songs of all time . Thank you for keeping our music alive . Please take a listen to “Rocket Man”, “Daniel” of “ Someone Saved My Life Tonight”. Thanks for all you do😎

Oh, and I forgot...thanks so much for doing the studio version of this, which is exquisite.

That sound you referred to as the "country sound"-- it's the slide guitar: Slide guitar is a technique for playing the guitar that is often used in blues music. It involves playing a guitar while holding a hard object (a slide) against the strings, creating the opportunity for glissando effects and deep vibratos that reflect characteristics of the human singing voice. (See the picture on the wiki:

When a lyric visual sets the “scene” of a song in it’s first two lines, it is a masterpiece . . . as this song is . . . a masterpiece.

you're right...there's a whole lot going in this tune. Bernie Taupin's lyrics are outstanding, to say the least. Many, many hours of recording, re-recording, additional vocal tracks, orchestration, and re-mixing went into the making of this tune, as it did with many of Elton's recordings. That A11th on "highway" lends a type of "down the road" feel to the lyric...so much going on in this tune, as I said.

Hold me close oh Tony Danza....

Love watching you react "Levon" a good song off of same album another great Elton John song is "Blue Eyes" off his album "Jump Up"

Oh man I agree with you on this one ❤

Isn't it Beautiful, love this song

You are a great reactor, keep at it and you'll grow fast, I love how you actually say how the music makes you feel, a lot of reactors never seem to get around to that.

I wish you lived in these times of music magic.I truly think music and art today need to refocus and bring the joy of creating master works.They need to embrace the magic of life and fight this darkness descending on our current times with love and light.

its what we used to call ....well orchestrated

Perfect analysis. Bravo.👏

When was music! Fun fact: it has one of the most misheard lyrics ever. "Hold me closer Tony Danza."