Elton John

Empty Sky was followed by Elton John, a more focused and realized record that deservedly became his first hit. John and Bernie Taupin's songwriting had become more immediate and successful; in particular, John's music had become sharper and more diverse, rescuing Taupin's frequently nebulous lyrics. "Take Me to the Pilot" has John using a good sense to ground its willfully cryptic words with a catchy, blues-based melody.

Tracklist

1 Your Song
2 I Need You To Turn To
3 Take Me To The Pilot
4 No Shoe Strings On Louise
5 First Episode At Hienton
6 Sixty Years On
7 Border Song
8 The Greatest Discovery
9 The Cage
10 The King Must Die
Bonus Tracks
11 Bad Side Of The Moon
12 Grey Seal
13 Rock N Roll Madonna