About the song
Elton John and Kiki Dee’s “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” is a timeless pop classic that has captivated audiences for decades. Released in 1976, the song became a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing the duo’s exceptional vocal chemistry and their ability to blend elements of pop, disco, and soul music.
The song’s intro immediately sets the stage with a catchy piano riff and a driving bassline. John and Dee’s vocals then come in, delivering the lyrics with a blend of passion and restraint. The lyrics explore themes of love, loss, and the fear of heartbreak, painting a vivid picture of a couple struggling to maintain their relationship.
One of the song’s most memorable aspects is its infectious chorus, in which John and Dee sing, “Don’t go breaking my heart.” The chorus’s repetitive refrain further reinforces the song’s central theme of fear and vulnerability.
The song’s production is impeccable, featuring a tight rhythm section, lush strings, and a brass section that adds a touch of soulfulness. John and Dee’s harmonies are as tight as ever, with each singer contributing their unique vocal style to the overall sound.
“Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” is a testament to the enduring power of pop music. Its timeless melody, evocative lyrics, and the exceptional performances of John and Dee have made it a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to the duo’s talent and their ability to create music that transcends time and genre.
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Lyrics
Don’t go breaking my heart
I couldn’t if I tried
Honey if I get restless
Baby you’re not that kind
Don’t go breaking my heart
You take the weight off of me
Honey when you knock on my door
Ooh, I gave you my key
Woo hoo
Nobody knows it
When I was down
I was your clown
Woo hoo
Nobody knows it
(Nobody knows… it)
Right from the start
I gave you my heart
Oh-oh I give you my heart
So don’t go breaking my heart
I won’t go breaking your heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
Nobody told us
‘Cause nobody showed us
Now it’s up to us babe
Whoa I think we can make it
So don’t misunderstand me
You put the light in my life
Oh, you put the spark to the flame
I got your heart in my sight
Woo hoo
Nobody knows it
But when I was down
I was your clown
Woo hoo
Nobody knows it
(Nobody knows… it)
Right from the start
I gave you my heart
Oh-oh
I give you my heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
I won’t go breaking your heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
Woo hoo
Nobody knows it
(Woo hoo) When I was down
(Woo hoo) I was your clown
(Woo hoo) Right from the start
(Woo hoo) I gave you my heart
Oh-oh I give you my heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
I won’t go breaking your heart
(Don’t go breaking my)
(Don’t go breaking my)
Don’t go breaking my heart
I won’t (aaah) go breaking your heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
(Don’t go breaking my)
I won’t (aaah) go breaking your heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
(Don’t go breaking my)
I won’t (aaah) go breaking your heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
(Don’t go breaking my)
I won’t (aaah) go breaking your heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
(Don’t go breaking my)
I won’t (aaah) go breaking your heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
(Don’t go breaking my)
I won’t (aaah) go breaking your heart
Don’t go breaking my heart
(Don’t go breaking my)
I won’t (aaah) go breaking your heart
Don’t go breaking my heart