Elton John Showbiz Cheat Sheet

Elton John
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Elton John
Elton John is a British singer, pianist, and composer. He has sold over 300 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling artists in history. Known for such hits as "Candle in the Wind," "Rocket Man," and "Your Song," Sir Elton John has been nominated for 35 Grammy Awards and won five.
- Full name: Sir Elton Hercules John, born: Reginald Kenneth Dwight
- Born: March 25, 1947
- Height: 5’8″
- Hometown: Pinner, United Kingdom
- Children: Elijah Joseph Daniel Furnish-John, Zachary Jackson Levon Furnish-John
- Net worth: $550 million
- Genre: Pop
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How Frustration With The Beatles Made Cat Stevens Write His Own Songs

Surprisingly, Cat Stevens' career was born out of frustration with The Beatles' songs. The "Morning Has Broken" singer would later make a Fab Four classic his own.

by Matthew Trzcinski

Published on November 22, 2024

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‘Wicked’: Queen’s Brian May Played on the Best Version of ‘Defying Gravity’

Classic rock and Broadway music sometimes overlap in amazing ways. For example, Queen's Brian May once played guitar on a version of "Defying Gravity" from 'Wicked' that is incredible.

by Matthew Trzcinski

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Cat Stevens Turned a Christian Hymn Into a Hit Song

One of Cat Stevens' songs is a rewrite of a Christian hymn. That's very interesting, considering that Stevens is now one of the only Muslim celebrities in the Western world.

by Matthew Trzcinski

Liam Payne’s Body Arrives in Horse-Drawn Carriage to Funeral: Fellow One Direction Members Reunite at Private Ceremony

Liam Payne was given a regal sendoff by his family and friends at a private ceremony held outside of London.

by Lucille Barilla

Published on November 20, 2024

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Liam Payne: The Last Song He Performed Live

The tune was a smash hit for another teen idol, who was involved in a reported rivalry with One Direction.

by Lucille Barilla

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Liam Payne’s Fight for Life: The Health Crisis That Shaped His Childhood

The former One Direction singer and songwriter opened up about a dark period in his childhood, where he faced many medical crises.

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John Lennon said he specifically picked two people to work with because they interested him. He shared who these people were.

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Paul McCartney Admitted He Had No Interest in The Beatles’ Anthology Records

Paul McCartney said he hadn't listened to The Beatles' anthology record after its release. Here's why he wasn't interested.

by Emma McKee

Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, John Lennon, and George Harrison of The Beatles wear suits and pose in a diamond shape.

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Paul McCartney Once Said The Beatles Had Very Few Real Friends

Paul McCartney said The Beatles were surrounded by people, but they couldn't necessarily count them as friends. He shared why things were complicated.

by Emma McKee

Elton John Will Be Ending His ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ Tour By Headlining Glastonbury Festival 2023

Elton John is finally headlining Glastonbury Festival for the first time, giving him the perfect way to retire from his touring days

by Ross Tanenbaum

Tina Turner and Elton John at a press conference in New York City in 1975

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Why Tina Turner and Elton John’s Potential Collaboration Ended in Disaster

Elton John and Tina Turner are two iconic figures in the music industry, but their personalities didn’t match when they tried working together

by Ross Tanenbaum

Elton John and Bernie Taupin attend the 92nd Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles

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The First Elton John Album He Wrote Without Bernie Taupin

Elton John and Bernie Taupin have been attached at the hip for their careers, but there have been a few times when they worked without each other

by Ross Tanenbaum

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Elton John’s ‘Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds’ Is Just Embarrassing

Elton John's cover of The Beatles' "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" is roughly twice as long as the original song.

by Matthew Trzcinski

Elton John and John Lennon perform at Madison Square Garden in 1974

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John Lennon and Elton John Almost Got Busted By Andy Warhol

Elton John and John Lennon got into some trouble together, and the pair had to hide from Andy Warhol when he almost caught them

by Ross Tanenbaum

Elton John in concert at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New york, in 2018

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Why Elton John Finds it ‘Hard’ to Play the Song He Wrote About John Lennon

Elton John was deeply affected by John Lennon’s death, and it can be an emotional experience to perform the tribute song he wrote for the former Beatle

by Ross Tanenbaum

Paul McCartney of The Beatles, Mary McCartney, and Elton John attend the premiere of If These Walls Could Sing in London, England

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Elton John Recalled the First Song by The Beatles He Ever Listened to

Elton John grew up listening to The Beatles, and he can still remember where he was and which song was playing when he heard them for the first time

by Ross Tanenbaum

Elton John performs at Dodger Stadium during his farewell tour

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Elton John Borrowed the Chorus of ‘Crocodile Rock’ From an Old Pat Boone Song

“Crocodile Rock” is one of Elton John’s most popular songs, but many don’t know where the catchy chorus originally comes from

by Ross Tanenbaum

Elton John performs at Dodger Stadium during his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour

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Elton John Was Unaware of Inspiration Behind ‘Rocketman’ Until Recently

“Rocketman” has been a massive hit for Elton John for over 50 years, but even he was unaware of the song’s origins

by Ross Tanenbaum

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The 3 Songs Elton John and John Lennon Worked on Together

Elton John and John Lennon developed a strong friendship after The Beatles ended, and they managed to create three excellent songs together

by Ross Tanenbaum

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Elton John Refuses to Play 1 Beloved Song Live and Hopes Another Tune Will Expire Forever

Elton John has many hit songs under his belt, but not all are ones he likes to perform. He shared his 2 least favorites.

by Robert Yaniz Jr.

Keith Richards and Elton John greet each other at the GQ Men of the Year Awards in 2015

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Elton John Said The Rolling Stones Would Have Been Better if They Had ‘Thrown Out’ Keith Richards

Keith Richards and Elton John have feuded over the years, and John once said The Rolling Stones would be better off without their guitarist

by Ross Tanenbaum

Elton John performs at Orangetheory Stadium in New Zealand

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Elton John Once Compared His Strange Performance With Prince to Playing With John Lennon

Elton John has performed with many iconic musicians in his career, and he said playing with Prince was comparable to John Lennon

by Ross Tanenbaum

Elton John performs in Liverpool on his 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road'

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Elton John Revealed the Elvis Presley Song That ‘Changed Everything’

The music industry was forever impacted by Elvis Presley, and his music inspired many other famous musicians, including Elton John

by Ross Tanenbaum

Singer Elton John presents The Beach Boys with trophies

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Why Elton John Calls the Beach Boys’ ‘Pet Sounds’ a ‘Landmark Album’

'Pet Sounds' included songs like 'God Only Knows' and 'Wouldn't It Be Nice.' Here's what Elton John said about The Beach Boys' collection.

by Julia Dzurillay

Elton John performing for Saks Fifth Avenue's Holiday Windows and Light Show in New York City

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Elton John’s Outrageous Florist Bill Shocked Fans as His Spending Went Public in a 2000 Dispute

Here's a look at Elton John's previous spending habits with his fortune, including a florist bill that floored many of his devoted fans.

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Elton John Once Said Keith Richards Was Like ‘a Monkey With Arthritis’: ‘I Just Think He’s an A**hole’

Keith Richards publicly disparaged Elton John's music over the years. John eventually fired back, saying that he would never want to be like Richards.

by Emma McKee