Context

This line is sung by Elton John in the song "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me," written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin, from the album Caribou (1974).

Breakup songs have been a vital part of pop music way before Taylor Swift took her first step. Just look at Elvis' list of hits. Does "Heartbreak Hotel" ring a bell?

One of the great pop-rock breakup songs is "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" by Sir Elton John of the House Piano and Falsetto. John and co-writer Bernie Taupin's lyrics are raw and vulnerable. Sure, comparing someone leaving your life to the sun leaving the sky is a tad dramatic, but we've all felt that way when a friend or lover has decided not to be with us anymore. Cue the feels!

And this song gets more painful as it continues. If social media had existed, Elton John's friend would have probably blocked him on Facebook or Twitter as they "closed the door and left [him] blinded by the light." Ouch!

Where you've heard it

Like most Elton John songs, this song is played on a lot of "oldies" stations. It also made an appearance on the American Idol version of the Karaoke Revolution video game.

Additional Notable References:

• Possibly more famous than the original version is the 1991 duet of "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" recorded by Elton John and George Michael. It's quite fabulous.
• With a more literal meaning in mind, The Who's Roger Daltrey sang a cover of it for the 1987 cult vampire movie The Lost Boys.

Pretentious Factor

If you were to drop this quote at a dinner party, would you get an in-unison "awww" or would everyone roll their eyes and never invite you back? Here it is, on a scale of 1-10.

No one likes a drama queen, so maybe save this song for a late-night, post-breakup Skype session with your best friend.