From American Songwriter · Kat Caudill · · 40s
Elton John's 'Daniel' Song About Vietnam Veterans
Elton John's 1973 song 'Daniel' was written by Bernie Taupin about Vietnam veterans returning home.
In brief
Elton John's 1973 song 'Daniel' was written by Bernie Taupin about Vietnam veterans returning home. Elton John's 1973 song 'Daniel' was written by Bernie Taupin about Vietnam veterans returning home. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Song Misinterpreted
Elton John's 1973 song Daniel was misinterpreted as a story about a wounded man.
Vietnam Veteran Story
Bernie Taupin wrote Daniel about a Vietnam veteran struggling to return home.
Missing Verse
Elton John cut a verse explaining Daniel was a veteran who left for Spain.
Taupin's Explanation
Taupin says the missing verse is an urban legend that doesn't explain the song's meaning.
In short
Elton John's 1973 song 'Daniel' was written by Bernie Taupin about Vietnam veterans returning home.
