Song
Rocket Man
by Elton John
Rocket Man is a 1972 song by Elton John, 4:41 long, which peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Aviation, Person Type, Vehicle or Transportation song themes.
Released 1972 Hot 100 peak #6 · 15 weeks Length 4:41 Pop-Rock, Soft Rock
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Performance tips
- Focus on the spacey, ethereal falsetto in the chorus
- Deliver the lonely verses with a reflective tone
- Maintain a steady, piano-driven atmospheric flow
In these themes
Karaoke versions
There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its most-sung songs.
- Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "Rocket Man" karaoke
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