On this day May 20, 1981, Elton John released his fifteenth studio album The Fox. Blending pop rock and introspective ballads, the album reflected a transitional period in his career as he experimented with new sounds and personal themes. It reached number 21 on the US Billboard charts and featured tracks such as Breaking Down Barriers, Just Like Belgium and Chloe.
The Fox included songs written during sessions for his previous album and showcased collaborations with longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin, as well as Gary Osborne. Though not among his most commercially successful albums, it remains a fan favorite for its sincerity and eclectic style.
Fun fact: The music video for Elton John's song Nobody Wins from this album was one of the first to receive regular airplay on MTV when the channel launched later that year.
The Fox included songs written during sessions for his previous album and showcased collaborations with longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin, as well as Gary Osborne. Though not among his most commercially successful albums, it remains a fan favorite for its sincerity and eclectic style.
Fun fact: The music video for Elton John's song Nobody Wins from this album was one of the first to receive regular airplay on MTV when the channel launched later that year.
