About The Song
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"Skyline Pigeon" is a poignant ballad by Elton John, originally released in 1968 on his debut album "Empty Sky." This heartfelt song has captivated audiences with its beautiful melody, emotive lyrics, and timeless message of hope and freedom.
The song opens with a gentle piano melody, setting a melancholic tone that evokes a sense of longing and introspection. Elton John's soulful vocals, accompanied by delicate instrumentation, create a sense of intimacy and vulnerability that draws listeners into the emotional journey of the song.
"Skyline Pigeon" tells the story of a bird flying high above the city skyline, searching for freedom and escape from the confines of urban life. The lyrics, penned by Bernie Taupin, paint a vivid picture of the bird's journey, expressing a desire for liberation and a longing for a better life beyond the horizon.
One of the most memorable aspects of the song is its soaring chorus, with the poignant refrain "Fly away, skyline pigeon fly" serving as a powerful plea for freedom and redemption. The melody is both haunting and uplifting, conveying the bittersweet beauty of the bird's quest for liberation.
Musically, "Skyline Pigeon" is characterized by its evocative orchestration and atmospheric arrangement. The song features lush strings, ethereal backing vocals, and a haunting flute solo that adds to its emotional depth and resonance. Elton John's masterful piano playing serves as the driving force behind the song, anchoring the melody and providing a sense of continuity and cohesion.
Since its release, "Skyline Pigeon" has become one of Elton John's most beloved and enduring songs, earning critical acclaim and commercial success. It has been covered by numerous artists and has been performed at concerts around the world, further solidifying its status as a timeless classic.
In conclusion, "Skyline Pigeon" is a timeless masterpiece that captures the beauty of longing and the power of hope. With its emotive melody, poignant lyrics, and evocative arrangement, the song continues to touch hearts and inspire listeners to reach for the skies in search of freedom and redemption.
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Lyrics
Let’s sing along with the lyrics!
Turn me loose from your hands
Let me fly to distant lands
Over green fields, trees and mountains
Flowers and forest fountains
Home along the lanes of the skyway
For this dark and lonely room
Projects a shadow cast in gloom
And my eyes are mirrors
Of the world outside
Thinking of the ways
That the wind can turn the tide
And these shadows turn
From purple into grey
For just a skyline pigeon
Dreaming of the open
Waiting for the day
That he can spread his wings
And fly away again
Fly away, skyline pigeon fly
Towards the dreams
You've left so very far behind
Fly away, skyline pigeon fly
Towards the dreams
You've left so very far behind
Let me wake up in the morning
To the smell of new mowed hay
To laugh and cry, to live and die
In the brightness of my day
I wanna hear the pealing bells
Of distant churches sing
But most of all please free me from
This aching metal ring
And open out this cage towards the sun
For just this skyline pigeon
Dreaming of the open
Waiting for the day
That he can spread his wings
And fly away again
Fly away, skyline pigeon fly
Towards the dreams
You've left so very far behind
Fly away, skyline pigeon fly
Towards the dreams
You've left so very
So very far behind