Elton John - "Don't Shoot Me I'm Only The Piano Player" / [Red Splatter 180g LP] Don't Shoot Me I'm Only The Piano Player is Elton John's sixth studio album. Released in 1973, it features the hits "Crocodile Rock" and "Daniel." It was his second consecutive #1 album in the US and his first UK chart-topper. Remastered in 2017 by Bob Ludwig and cut at Abbey Road Studios. Hand-pressed on red splatter color 180g vinyl and housed in a clear PVC sleeve with backing card and obi-strip. Limited Edition. 180g Heavy Vinyl [Red Splatter LP]