Studio Album · No. 27
Peachtree Road Songwriting Credits by Elton John
Produced by Matt Still, Elton John · Engineered by Matt Still
Holds writing credit on 12 of 12 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 12 / 12 documented
Scored across the 12 tracks with documented writers, by whether Elton John carries a lyricist or composer credit.
Share of the 12 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
By the Numbers
Peachtree Road has Elton John on music and Bernie Taupin on lyrics across the standard tracks, with three bonus songs adding lyricist Lee Hall. It was the only album John produced entirely on his own, and takes a warm, rootsy American sound named after a street in Atlanta.
Peachtree Road is the twenty-seventh studio album by Elton John, released in November 2004 on Mercury Records and produced by Matt Still and Elton John. The album was written during a period of personal reflection following Elton's civil partnership with David Furnish and takes its title from the Atlanta neighborhood where he and Taupin had once rented a house during their early American visits. The introspective quality of Taupin's lyrics and Elton's measured, piano-centric performances give the record a quiet emotional weight that rewards careful listening. While not a major commercial success, Peachtree Road was well received by critics and fans who appreciated its understated elegance and the maturity of its songwriting. The album is a thoughtful and personal mid-career document from an artist increasingly interested in legacy and reflection.
Track Listing & Credits 12 tracks
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Weight of the World
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 2 |
Porch Swing in Tupelo
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 3 |
Answer in the Sky
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 4 |
Turn the Lights Out When You Leave
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 5 |
My Elusive Drug
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 6 |
They Call Her the Cat
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 7 |
Freaks in Love
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 8 |
All That I'm Allowed (I'm Thankful)
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 9 |
I Stop and I Breathe
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 10 |
Too Many Tears
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 11 |
It's Getting Dark in Here
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |
| 12 |
I Can't Keep This from You
|
Bernie Taupin | Elton John | Matt StillElton John | Elton John (Lead Vocals, Piano) |