What Makes This Song Great? “Rocket Man” ELTON JOHN

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Solos the original multitrack stems of Elton John's 'Rocket Man' to show its arrangement, chord voicings and production layers, explained by producer Rick Beato.

Breaks down Elton John's 'Rocket Man' track by track: harmony, arrangement, performances and production.

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