"Caribou" is the eighth studio album by English musician Elton John, released in June 1974. It marked Elton John's fourth chart-topping album in the United States and his third in the United Kingdom. Released by MCA Records in the US and DJM Records in the UK, "Caribou" includes notable singles such as "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me," which reached number 16 in the UK and number two in the US, and "The Bitch Is Back," which peaked at number 15 in the UK and number four in the US. Both singles also achieved number one status in Canada on the RPM 100 national Top Singles Chart, mirroring the album's success there.
Despite receiving lukewarm reviews upon its release, with retrospective assessments not placing it among Elton John's best work from his early 1970s peak, "Caribou" was a significant commercial success. It achieved double-platinum certification in the US and gold certification in the UK. The album's commercial success was further recognized with a nomination for the Grammy Award for Album of the Year at the 17th Annual Grammy Awards.
"Caribou" remains a testament to Elton John's enduring popularity and commercial appeal during the 1970s, showcasing his ability to produce chart-topping hits and maintain a strong presence in both the US and UK music scenes.
