Lyric discussion by bluelady 

This song is indeed about Elton's attempted suicide because he felt trapped and did not want to marry his materialistic girlfriend.

And for the last time HP refers to "Hire Purchase" which is buying something on store credit without a credit card, some people obviously don't read the previous comments.

Perhaps he didn't wish to marry her because he's....um.....gay? Just a thought ;) Interesting song, though. I'm sure there's a story behind it.

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