Sacrifice by Elton John, with lyrics by Bernie Taupin, was inspired by Taupins separation and the marital struggles of their close friends. It reflects on the sacrifices necessary in relationships and the difficulty of maintaining love through challenges. Initially released in 1989, it gained worldwide popularity after being re-released as a single in 1990, becoming one of Elton Johns biggest hits of the decade.
It's a human sign When things go wrong When the scent of her lingers And temptation's strong Into the boundary Of each married man Sweet deceit comes calling And negativity lands
Cold cold heart Hardened by you Some things look better baby Just passing through And it's no sacrifice Just a simple word It's two hearts living In two separate worlds But it's no sacrifice No sacrifice It's no sacrifice at all
Mutual misunderstanding After the fact Sensitivity builds a prison In the final act We lose direction No stone unturned No tears to damn you When jealousy burns
Cold cold heart Hardened by you Some things look better baby Just passing through And it's no sacrifice Just a simple word It's two hearts living In two separate worlds But it's no sacrifice No sacrifice It's no sacrifice at all
Cold cold heart Hardened by you Some things look better baby Just passing through And it's no sacrifice Just a simple word It's two hearts living In two separate worlds But it's no sacrifice No sacrifice It's no sacrifice at all
No sacrifice at all No sacrifice at all No sacrifice at all No sacrifice at all (fade out)