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“Border Song” – Elton John

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Gospel-influenced ballad about alienation and a plea to “let us live in peace”, released as a single by Elton John in 1970.

People sometimes say a piece of music is “underrated” when the evidence suggests otherwise. But in the case of “Border Song”, it does appear to be true. At least it was underappreciated in its time, failing to chart in many countries, including John’s native UK. In the US, the record only made it to #92 on the singles chart. It was a modest success in the Netherlands (#25) and Canada (#34).
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BackyardShaman · 61-69, M
Awesome song from his first official album.
Rutterman · 46-50, M
@BackyardShaman An awesome song indeed, although I believe it's from his second album.
BackyardShaman · 61-69, M
I think actually yes, Empty Sky I know was recorded earlier but I’m not sure of the release date. If Border Song had been released after Tumbleweed Connection, it likely it would have been in the top ten for a while. Timing, and what’s funny I remember when Honky Chateau was new and I had friends talking about a new Elton John song!! Border song😂no I had had it for years.@Rutterman
Rutterman · 46-50, M
@BackyardShaman Haha. New to them, apparently. 😄