Elton John - Oscar Wilde Gets Out Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is the song 'Oscar Wilde Gets Out' about?

   The song 'Oscar Wilde Gets Out' by Elton John is about the Victorian playwright Oscar Wilde, focusing on his life after being released from Reading Gaol (jail).

2. What inspired the lyrics of 'Oscar Wilde Gets Out'?

   The lyrics were inspired by Oscar Wilde's experiences, particularly his imprisonment for homosexual offenses, his relocation to France under an assumed name, and his reflections on his life and persecution.

3. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Oscar Wilde Gets Out'?

   The lyrics for 'Oscar Wilde Gets Out' were written by Bernie Taupin, Elton John's long-time collaborator.

4. Which album features the song 'Oscar Wilde Gets Out'?

   The song 'Oscar Wilde Gets Out' is featured on Elton John's album 'The Diving Board.'

5. Why did Elton John choose to put music to 'Oscar Wilde Gets Out' first for the album?

   Elton John chose to put music to this song first because he found the title interesting and compelling.

6. What reference is made to Oscar Wilde's writing in the song?

   The song references Oscar Wilde's last work, 'The Ballad of Reading Gaol,' which he wrote after his release from prison, reflecting on the harsh conditions of prison life.