A deeply personal and emotionally powerful piano ballad, “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” is one of Elton John’s most autobiographical songs. Written about a suicidal crisis in 1968 and the intervention of his friend Long John Baldry, the track became a major hit and a fan favourite. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Elton John Label: DJM Date: June 20, 1975 Catalogue: DJS 385 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” Written by: Elton John, Bernie Taup