About the song
Elton John and Kiki Dee, two iconic musicians of their generation, joined forces to create “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,” a timeless pop duet that has captivated audiences for decades. This upbeat and catchy song, released in 1976, became a hit single and a defining track for both artists.
With their complementary vocals and infectious energy, John and Dee explore the universal themes of love, loss, and the fear of heartbreak. Through witty lyrics and the duo’s energetic performance, listeners are invited to reflect on their own experiences and emotions.
The opening lines, “Don’t go breaking my heart, when you’re gone, it will break my heart,” immediately establish the song’s central theme. The lyrics continue to explore the fear of losing love and the pain of heartbreak. The song’s refrain, “Don’t go breaking my heart,” is both powerful and repetitive, emphasizing the intensity of the singer’s emotions.
Throughout the song, John and Dee’s vocals complement each other perfectly, creating a harmonious and engaging listening experience. The song’s upbeat tempo and catchy melody make it easy to dance and sing along to.
“Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” is more than just a popular song; it is a cultural touchstone that has influenced countless artists and generations of music fans. The song’s witty lyrics and infectious energy continue to resonate with audiences today, making it a timeless and enduring piece of music history.
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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