To Be Continued
Elton John · 1990
301 min · 67 tracks · pop rock · R&B · soft rock
A sweeping retrospective that blends Elton John's iconic hits with lesser-known gems, showcasing his lyrical and melodic prowess.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks nostalgic reflections on past hits engaging sing-alongs with friends
- Context
- Released on November 8, 1990, 'To Be Continued' came at a time when Elton John was enjoying a renaissance after the commercial success of 'Sleeping with the Past' (1989). This compilation album encapsulates his extensive catalog, featuring tracks from his early career up to the late '80s, marking a significant period of reflection and celebration of his legacy as an enduring pop icon.
- If you like
- pop rock, R&B, soft rock
To Be Continued is an album by Elton John, released in 1990. A sweeping retrospective that blends Elton John's iconic hits with lesser-known gems, showcasing his lyrical and melodic prowess. This album is notable for charting well in multiple countries and serving as a comprehensive introduction to new fans while celebrating John's extensive discography. It includes live performances and alternate versions, which sparked interest in his earlier works and contributed to renewed appreciation in the early '90s, following a period when he sought to reclaim his public persona after personal struggles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does To Be Continued sound like?
A sweeping retrospective that blends Elton John's iconic hits with lesser-known gems, showcasing his lyrical and melodic prowess. Rooted in pop rock and R&B.
What makes To Be Continued by Elton John notable?
This album is notable for charting well in multiple countries and serving as a comprehensive introduction to new fans while celebrating John's extensive discography. It includes live performances and alternate versions, which sparked interest in his earlier works and contributed to renewed appreciation in the early '90s, following a period when he sought to reclaim his public persona after personal struggles. Released on November 8, 1990, 'To Be Continued' came at a time when Elton John was enjoying a renaissance after the commercial success of 'Sleeping with the Past' (1989). This compilation album encapsulates his extensive catalog, featuring tracks from his early career up to the late '80s, marking a significant period of reflection and celebration of his legacy as an enduring pop icon.
Who is To Be Continued for?
To Be Continued works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, nostalgic reflections on past hits and engaging sing-alongs with friends.
How many songs are on To Be Continued?
To Be Continued has 67 tracks, running approximately 301 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Come Back Baby 2:46
- 2 Lady Samantha 3:03
- 3 It's Me That You Need 4:01
- 4 Your Song (demo) 3:33
- 5 Rock and Roll Madonna 4:17
- 6 Bad Side of the Moon 3:12
- 7 Your Song Standout 4:00
- 8 Take Me to the Pilot 3:46
- 9 Border Song 3:20
- 10 Sixty Years On 4:56
- 11 Country Comfort 5:07
- 12 Grey Seal 3:35
- 13 Friends 2:24
- 14 Levon 5:22
- 15 Tiny Dancer 6:15
- 16 Madman Across the Water 5:57
- 17 Honky Cat 5:13
- 18 Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters 4:59
Disc 2
- 1 Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long, Long Time) Standout 4:42
- 2 Daniel 3:53
- 3 Crocodile Rock 3:55
- 4 Bennie and the Jets 5:20
- 5 Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 3:14
- 6 All the Girls Love Alice 5:09
- 7 Funeral for a Friend / Love Lies Bleeding 11:07
- 8 Whenever You're Ready (We'll Go Steady Again) 2:53
- 9 Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting 4:54
- 10 Jack Rabbit 1:51
- 11 Harmony 2:45
- 12 Young Man's Blues 4:42
- 13 Step Into Christmas 4:30
- 14 The Bitch Is Back 3:44
- 15 Pinball Wizard 5:14
- 16 Someone Saved My Life Tonight 6:44
Disc 3
- 1 Philadelphia Freedom 5:40
- 2 One Day (At a Time) 3:48
- 3 Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds 6:16
- 4 I Saw Her Standing There (live) 3:42
- 5 Island Girl 3:45
- 6 Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word 3:47
- 7 Don't Go Breaking My Heart 4:31
- 8 I Feel Like a Bullet (In the Gun of Robert Ford) (live) 3:34
- 9 Ego 3:58
- 10 Song for Guy 6:40
- 11 Mama Can't Buy You Love 4:04
- 12 Cartier 0:54
- 13 Little Jeannie 5:12
- 14 Donner pour donner 4:26
- 15 Fanfare / Chloe 6:21
- 16 The Retreat 4:45
- 17 Blue Eyes 3:26
Disc 4
- 1 Empty Garden (Hey, Hey Johnny) 5:11
- 2 I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues 4:42
- 3 I'm Still Standing 3:03
- 4 Sad Songs (Say So Much) 4:09
- 5 Act of War (single mix) 4:43
- 6 Nikita 5:44
- 7 Candle in the Wind (single edit) (live) 3:58
- 8 Carla Etude (live) 4:47
- 9 Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me (live) 5:39
- 10 I Don't Wanna Go On With You Like That 7:21
- 11 Give Peace a Chance 3:48
- 12 Sacrifice 5:08
- 13 Made for Me 4:22
- 14 You Gotta Love Someone 4:58
- 15 I Swear I Heard the Night Talkin' 4:31
- 16 Easier to Walk Away 4:23
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