Candle In The Wind / Jamaica Jerk-Off
Elton John
- Artist
- Elton John
- Label
- Young
- Catalog number
- 301.1147
- Format
- 7" · 33 ⅓ RPM · Single
- Country
- Brazil
- Released
- 1978
- Genre
- Pop
What’s on it
Candle In The Wind / Jamaica Jerk-Off has 2 tracks. Open a track to see who wrote, played on and produced it.
ACandle In The Wind
- Lyrics By
- Bernie Taupin
- Music By
- Elton John
BJamaica Jerk-Off
- Lyrics By
- Bernie Taupin
- Music By
- Elton John
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Where it came from
Originally released as the B-side to 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' in 1973, 'Candle in the Wind' was written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin as a tribute to the enduring mystique of Marilyn Monroe. The song explores the vulnerability of fame and the tragedy of a life cut short, utilizing a soft-rock composition that emphasizes Taupin's evocative lyrics. By the time this specific 1978 reissue on the Young label appeared, the track had already cemented its status as a staple of John's discography.
The 1978 release of this single, paired with the bluesy 'Jamaica Jerk-Off,' served to maintain the visibility of John's catalog during a period of transition in his career. The design of the sleeve and the selection of tracks reflect the standard label practices of the era, which often repackaged successful album cuts for the international singles market. While the original recording was met with critical acclaim for its poignant tone, this particular pressing remains a point of interest for collectors focusing on global variations of Elton John's discography.
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