Can we just stop for a moment, and acknowledge the fact that Sir Elton John is 73 years old, and he STILL has that voice! That guy is amazing.

73 years old and Elton John's voice is still as sweet as honey.

Seeing artists of three generations in transcendental harmony is so very satisfying

Murdock is so considerate, trying not to interrupt the show that 2D is putting on, but still helping his friend by trying to capture the ghost. I'm glad we gave him a second chance

I just want to point out that cartoon Elton John is now part of the Gorillaz universe. Which means he also exists in the Powerpuff Girls universe.

I just realized that Murdoc's walking on beat not only because it's visually funny, but because he doesn't wanna interrupt them lol

where most people age as they get older, 2D just gets more detailed.

I remember when this video came out. I grew up listening to Elton John, so I wanted to show this to my Mom. We loved Gorillaz and Elton John. But instead I was listening to this alone outside the hospital after she passed. I wish we listened to more music together. Miss you, Mom.

I love how murdoc is in the back like “cannot disturb sir Elton”

elton john and 6lack on a gorillaz song together is something i never thought i'd hear or want, but i do, i really do

The moment Elton John starts singing, it just elevates this song to a whole new level

3:12 OH MY GOSH, HOW DID I NEVER NOTICE THIS the pink phantom snuffs out the candles flames as it passes, and then when Murdoc passes, the flames rekindle! I seriously think the pink phantom is a physical manifestation of Murdoc's successes, especially with the Plastic Beach.

Elton John's animated character design makes me smile.

I love how Elton John is animated, while pretty much every other feature on song machine is the actual person. I guess Elton gets a special place with the Gorillaz crew.

“In a sky made of diamonds, where the world is flawless” just feels so classy. Absolutely love this song

LYRICS: You've more or less forgotten me this summer I can't hide my disappointment I was on my way in the Phantom V The one you gave away Try to tell you that I love you but I'm choked up You forgot and that makes me feel like no one (summer nights) Were you even really there? Did you ever really care? Wait, I got so many examples of all of the good times we had Long summer nights (summer nights) Held you a long time, put your name in my rhymes Refresh your memory of where you wanna be The Phantom's on the way, she's comin' down the street I tried to get to Atlanta On a peach blossom highway I'm tryin' to put these puzzles out of mind In a sky made of diamonds Where the world fell silent I'll be waiting for you on the other side Summer lights (everyday, everyday) Sometimes (ride where the summer goes) Summer nights Every night Summer nights I tried to say I love you But you didn't listen (summer nights) I tried to give you everything you might need (summer nights) In a sky made of diamonds And where the world is flawless I'll be waiting for you on the other side Of summer lights, summer lights Hold it in for a long time Summer lights, seems to me I'm in a dream Behind these summer lights The Phantom is coming You forgot and that makes me feel like no one She's crossing over the line Wait, I got so many examples of all of the good times we had Seems to me I'm in a dream (long summer nights, I loved you a long time) (Put your name in my rhyme, refresh your memory) Behind these summer lights (Of where you wanna be, the Phantom's on the way) (She's comin' down the street) Sometimes

Just realized that Murdoc is so confused in this song is because they’re performing in his room.

The fact that they did an animated version of an non-Gorillaz musician for the first time since Phase 3 (not counting Ace, who did participate only as a substitute)

Gorillaz style Elton John is the most adorable thing.

We’ll never get another band like Gorillaz, and we’ll certainly never find a singer like Elton John. A truly incredible collaboration.

2-D: Romance/Dreams/Hope 6LACK: Regret/Sadness/Emptyness Elton John:Acceptance/Conformism/Ending

I love that Elton John simply drives into their recording studio, and then drives back out. Presumably through their entire house.

Elton John really fits the Gorillaz art style like a glove.

Can we just take a minute to appreciate that Gorillaz, 6lack, and ELTON JOHN are on a song together? Instant classic.

This song makes me wish more modern artists worked with legends of the past. This song was amazing, and 6lack's part has grown on me.

2D’s voice on songs: 🎩✨ 2D’s voice on interviews: 🐔

Imagine how ecxiting it must've been for Jamie to officially draw a canon Elton John into your fictional band universe

The fact that 2-D can play a full on song on piano with his eyes closed, just shows how amazing he is.

The Phantom is happiness. 2-D is singing about how much he misses the good times, 6black is remorseful of the happiness he lost, but continues to keep the memories with him. Elton John is singing about the acceptance that the happy times he experienced were fleeting, but he has hope that he'll get those times back. Meanwhile, instead of using song or healthy conversation through music, Murdoc is trying to catch and imprison the Phantom. He's never truly been happy, and the only way he believes that happiness can be attained, is by capturing it and holding it for as long as possible. (Thats my take on it anyway)

My mom is an Elton John fan and when I showed her this she was like "Who Are These People?" and then when Elton's verse came on, her jaw dropped

I thought Elton John & Gorillaz would be a strange collaboration, but after listening to this song over a dozen times, it’s a brilliant one.

I'm thoroughly conviced that 2-D learned to play this whole song blind just so he could show of his eyeshadow. And it looks amazing

I'm happy to hear Elton's voice so rich and strong.

Back in the mid 2000s, Gorillaz felt like it was ahead of it's time and now it feels like this is the era where they're supposed to be

Why does animated Elton John look more like Elton John than Elton John?

I used to not really like this song, but it grows on you. Damn, it's really really good

Everyone's talking about how good EJ's voice is but no one is mentioning how sweet, soothing, comforting and dreamy damon albarn 's voice is. I will never get tired of it.

What genre of music are you? *Gorillaz:* Yes.

normally humans are depicted as either crazy and diseased or cardboard cutouts in the Gorillaz universe, the fact that they took the time to animate Elton in their style means he's definitely one of them, he's got the soul of a gorilla and that's so beautiful.

4:23 literally the best part out of the whole video

Eltons voice gets better the older he gets. its wild. There's such a richness to it now that he didn't have before.

It’s nice to see Elton John get his own Gorillaz-Sona.

2D: ghost of summer present 6lack: ghost of summer past Elton John: ghost of summer yet to be Murdoc: Jacob Marley

1:51 Murdoc's footsteps are in time with the drums

The last part, from where Elton John sings "the phantom is coming," where the 3 are singing together with all those delicious harmonies and parts fitting together so nicely, is brilliant. I didn't think they could top Strange Timez, but this one is genius too.

3 different genres, 3 different generations, 1 song

A rapper I've never heard of and a guy my mom probably listened to when she was around my age are possibly the biggest contrast of collaborators on this song I have ever witnessed and possibly will ever witness.

I just love how murdoc is in the background tryna get the monster but also is like “hmm what are they doing in my room? I must tippy toe on the beat and get that pink thingy slimy monster but no disturb on 2-D being an total crack-head” then comes at the end with “iTs Me” the classic guy lolll👍🏻

Can’t believe Elton John got the Gorillaz for his solo.

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I feel like we're not being appreciative enough that there is a music video for EVERY SINGLE SONG. The Now Now had 2 music videos, and the second one came out 3 months after the album did.

One of their best songs AND albums ever. Also 2D in eyeliner is iconic

the fact that Elton did this for his kids is just insane

This is a crossover that I never ever expected but I'm glad exists.

Seeing a collab with Elton John, Gorillaz and 6lack is the last think i'd ever imagine

This song came out at the perfect time to make me an emotional wreck every time I listened to it. Exactly when it came out I was going through the worst break-up of my life and feeling everything the song is about. I found it difficult to listen to for a while but I'm glad to say I'm in a better place where I can appreciate the beauty of it without falling apart.

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2d’s normal voice:issoslipperyiconcantkillit 2d’s voice while singing:”sounds like a angel from heaven”

Featured artists dont usually get "gorillafied" but Elton is special.

I can't get over the fact that this band is so old and yet they're still making the best music ever-

The fact that the Gorillaz can just have a song *featuring* Elton John says something on its own

Yo animated Elton John looks really adorable for some reason, he's just got nice eyes

I feel like Elton only joined because they agreed to make him his own Gorillaz Character.

I love how murdoc is just messing around the whole time, and the end cracked me up a ton, plus I noticed how 2D's eyes are closed the whole time!

Anyone else love love love how Elton John looks in Gorillaz’s style?

Still waiting for that crossover Gorillaz with Daft Punk. Edit: Oh dear... Heard the news and we definitely not getting to see Gorillaz and Daft punk now. Shame. This is probably the worst timeline we are on.

oh yes

Sir Elton John's reveal gives me chills every time.

I never knew I always wanted a Gorillaz song ft. ELON JOHN !!!!

Anyone else feel a sense of joy when they see the little Gorillaz Productions dude running at the end of every song? Edit: Thank you all for the likes!

1:52 I appreciate that they animated murdoc to walk to the beat of the music. Also him carrying a bug net is hilarious lol

I've been going through a really rough break up, and I decided to give this song a listen again because it's been awhile. It's painful yet comforting listening to this song again after everything that happened and realizing what the song relates and how I can relate to it. Thank you Gorillaz, you have helped me through many rough times before, and I'm glad there's still more to discover from you guys. It brings me genuine happiness, and you won't stop being my absolute favorite band :)

I like how Murdock is trying to catch the phantom while trying not to disturb the performance lol

Jesus Christ Elton and Damon's voices are really good together.....is the last thing I ever expected to say

2d and Elton John: *Singing something meaningful* Murdoc: ITS ME :DD

2:29 2D and Elton John's pianises growing together... love is love

It amazes me how Gorillaz were able to put 6lack and fucking ELTON JOHN on the same track. Incredible.

I like how nobody has mentioned that, as this vid implies, Elton John has ALWAYS been a toon in the Gorillas universe.

2-D: Vibin 6LACK: Vibin Elton: Vibin Murdoc: Creeping around in the background

This song never got as much love as it truly deserves , this is easily my favorite Gorillaz song now.

So 2D and Murdoc are jamming out with 6lack and Sir Elton John while Noodle and Russ go on a road trip? Interesting.

2D elton and 6lack (singing) Murdoc: *iT's Me*

me: vibing to the chill music and elton john’s beautiful voice murdoc: ITS ME

I’m glad to see famous singers/bands like gorillaz shouting out small musicians like Elton John

I just realized that 2D has been happier in Song Machine than in other times, just see the Big smile he has in desolé and How he enjoys playing the piano in this video.

I like to think that Elton did 2-D's makeup.

who would have thought Elton John would make so much sense in the Gorillaz animation style?

I love watching until the end just to hear "IT'S ME" and see a happy murdoc only to see him go "uNG"

*LYRICS* [Verse 1: 2-D] You've more or less forgotten me this summer I can’t hide my disappointment I was on my way in the phantom five The one you gave away [Verse 2: 6LACK & 2-D] Try to tell you that I love you but I'm choked up You forgot and that makes me feel like no one (Some times) Were you even really there? Did you ever really care? Wait, I got so many examples of all of the good times we had Long summer nights (Summer nights), held you long time Put your name in my rhyme, refresh your memory Of where you want to be, the phantom's on the way She’s comin' down the street [Chorus: Elton John] I tried to get to Atlanta On a peach blossom highway I'm tryin' to put these puzzles out of mind In a sky made of diamonds Where the world fell silent I'll be waiting for you on the other side [Break: 2-D] Summer lights (Everyday, everyday) Sometimes (Ride where the summer goes) Summer nights Every night Summer nights [Chorus: Elton John & 2-D] I tried to say I love you But you didn't listen (Sometimes) Tried to give you everything you might need (Summer nights) In a sky made of diamonds And where the world is flawless I'll be waiting for you on the other side [Break: 2-D] Summer lights, summer lights Hold it in for a long time Summer lights, seems to me I'm in a dream Oh, these summer lights [Outro: Elton John, 6LACK & 2-D] The phantom is coming You forgot and that makes me feel like no one She’s crossing over the line Wait, I got so many examples of all of the good times we had Seems to me I’m in a dream (Long summer nights, held you long time Put your name in my rhyme, refresh your memory) And I have these summer nights (of where you want to be, the phantom's on the way She’s comin' down the street) Sometimes

I love how Gorillaz rlly be out here spitting out any kind of music they want

My dad passed this past July due to his own hand. One of his favorite artists was Elton John. It's eerie how much Sir Eltons lines mimic what I wanted to say to my dad. He knew

seriously did not give this song a chance last year and now I cant stop listening to it. what is this magic

Lmao Elton looks like he’s both 6 years old and 67 years old at the same time in animation form

The more I listen, the more I am sure.. the Gorillaz need to do a whole album with Elton “Pink Phantom” John.. I need to hear more of 2D and Elton dueting, for real this is next level

I listen to the song once and I'm like, "That was pretty good." Thirty listens later and I absolutely love it. How does Gorillaz DO that?!?

This is one of the best Gorillaz songs and also with Elton John and 6LECK! it's simple and brilliant... and I'm surprised that my friend who doesn't listen to Gorillaz has the same opinion about The Pink Phantom. Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett!!! never stop!!!❤️❤️❤️

Kinda hoping this gets lost in the comments. I just felt I needed to thank the Gorillaz, Elton John, and 6lack for releasing not just this song but this album today, well technically yesterday now but. We had to take my brother off life support today and this song was the last song they heard. It'll always make me think of him and think of it as his song in a way. "In a sky made of diamonds, where the world, is flawless. I'll be waiting for you on the other side" felt like it spoke for him since he couldn't as he was intubated..

okay but jokes aside can we take a hot minute to appreciate 2D’s beautiful voice

This just shows Elton John literally makes everything happier

Man that 3:44 is one of the prettiest harmonies I've ever heard.