Elton John – Too Low For Zero

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Artist: Elton John

Title: Too Low For Zero

Year: 1983

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1. Cold As Christmas (In The Middle Of The Year) (4:21)
2. I'm Still Standing (3:03)
3. Too Low For Zero (5:46)
4. Religion (4:06)
5. I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues (4:45)
6. Crystal (5:05)
7. Kiss The Bride (4:22)
8. Whipping Boy (3:44)
9. Saint (5:20)
10. One More Arrow (3:47)
11. Earn While You Learn (6:46)
12. Dreamboat (7:34)
13. The Retreat (4:46)

Review

'Too Low For Zero' is a total blast from the past that brought Elton John back to the top of his game in 1983. It's like a reunion special with his OG band members from the early '70s, including Dee Murray, Nigel Olsson, and Davey Johnstone. And guess what? Bernie Taupin's back in the mix too, penning all the lyrics. Talk about getting the band back together!

This album is where Elton dipped his toes into the synth pool, and boy did it pay off! It gave birth to some absolute bangers like 'I'm Still Standing' and 'Kiss the Bride'. But let's not forget 'I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues' - that harmonica solo by Stevie Wonder? Pure magic! These tracks didn't just make waves, they caused tsunamis on the charts.

What's really cool is how quickly this album came together. Two weeks of writing and recording, a week of overdubs, and boom - a platinum-certified album that hit No. 7 in the UK and No. 25 in the US. It's like Elton and the gang found their mojo again, and the result is this perfect blend of catchy tunes and solid musicianship that just makes you want to dance and sing along. It's definitely one of those albums that reminds you why Elton John is, well, Elton John! - Ava