The Greatest Discovery
Encyclopedia
"The Greatest Discovery" is a song composed and performed by musician Elton John
. As with all songs on Elton John's eponymous second album
(1970), the lyrics were written by Bernie Taupin
. It tells the story of a child waking up one morning and discovering he has a new baby brother.
performed the song on the 2006 charity album Unexpected Dreams – Songs From the Stars
.
Elton John
Sir Elton Hercules John, CBE, Hon DMus is an English rock singer-songwriter, composer, pianist and occasional actor...
. As with all songs on Elton John's eponymous second album
Elton John (album)
Elton John is the eponymous second album by English singer/songwriter Elton John, released in 1970. It was his first album, however, released in America, thus commonly assumed by many as his debut, as Empty Sky would not be released in the U.S. until 1975...
(1970), the lyrics were written by Bernie Taupin
Bernie Taupin
Bernard John "Bernie" Taupin is an English lyricist, poet, and singer, best known for his long-term collaboration with Elton John, writing the lyrics for the majority of the star's songs, making his lyrics some of the best known in pop-rock's history.In 1967, Taupin answered an advertisement in...
. It tells the story of a child waking up one morning and discovering he has a new baby brother.
Line-up
- Elton John - vocals and piano
- Terry Cox - drums
- Dave Richmond - bass guitar
- Clive Hicks - guitar
- Skaila Kanga - harp
- Paul Buckmaster - solo cello
Cover versions
Actor Eric McCormackEric McCormack
Eric James McCormack is a Canadian American actor, musician, writer and producer. Born in Toronto, he began his acting career performing in school plays at Stephen Leacock Collegiate Institute High School...
performed the song on the 2006 charity album Unexpected Dreams – Songs From the Stars
Unexpected Dreams
Unexpected Dreams – Songs From the Stars is a 2006 compilation album featuring various actors singing lullabies and other songs.-Album information:...
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