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Don't Go Breaking My Heart

Elton John · 1976

10 min · 2 tracks · pop rock · R&B · soft rock

A vibrant blend of pop and soft rock, infused with Elton John's signature piano flair and catchy melodies.

Don't Go Breaking My Heart is a single by Elton John, released in 1976. A vibrant blend of pop and soft rock, infused with Elton John's signature piano flair and catchy melodies. The album's title track became one of Elton John's most commercially successful songs, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its infectious melody and upbeat lyrics resonated widely, solidifying John's place in the pop music landscape of the era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Don't Go Breaking My Heart sound like?

A vibrant blend of pop and soft rock, infused with Elton John's signature piano flair and catchy melodies. Rooted in pop rock and R&B.

What makes Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John notable?

The album's title track became one of Elton John's most commercially successful songs, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its infectious melody and upbeat lyrics resonated widely, solidifying John's place in the pop music landscape of the era. Released on June 21, 1976, 'Don't Go Breaking My Heart' marked Elton John's transition into a more mainstream pop sound following his earlier successes. This single was part of his prolific period in the 1970s when he was solidifying his status as a global superstar after hits like 'Rocket Man' and 'Crocodile Rock.'

How many songs are on Don't Go Breaking My Heart?

Don't Go Breaking My Heart has 2 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·10:13

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Don’t Go Breaking My Heart Standout 4:23
  • 2 Donner Pour Donner Standout 5:50

Release Date

June 21, 1976

Genre

pop rock, soft rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

10 min 13 sec