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The songwriter discovered the story behind the track – 50 years after its releaseThe post Sir Elton John surprised to learn true inspiration behind ‘Rocket Man’ appeared first on NME.
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In The Number Ones, I’m reviewing every single #1 single in the history of the Billboard Hot 100, starting with the chart’s beginning, in 1958, and working my way up into the present.
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Elton John: Buckingham Palace did not want Elton John to sing ‘Candle In The Wind’ at Princess Diana’s funeral
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Newly released government documents show there was resistance to the ideaThe post Buckingham Palace did not want Elton John to sing ‘Candle In The Wind’ at Princess Diana’s funeral appeared first on NME.
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Elton John: Sam Fender says his Elton John collaboration will “definitely happen at some point”
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Earlier this year, he turned down an opportunity to appear on John's star-studded 'Lockdown Sessions' albumThe post Sam Fender says his Elton John collaboration will “definitely happen at some point” appeared first on NME.
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Elton John: reunites with Lil Nas X, Dua Lipa, Damon Albarn and more for ‘Ultimate Zoom’ chat
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“If there’s anything that’s going to make a difference in the world, connected with love, it’s music,” said Stevie WonderThe post Elton John reunites with Lil Nas X, Dua Lipa, Damon Albarn and more for ‘Ultimate Zoom’ chat appeared first on NME.
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Ed Sheeran: LadBaby Aim For Insane Christmas Number One Record With “Sausage Rolls” Feat. Ed Sheeran & Elton John
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If you’re British, or if you’ve ever seen Love Actually, then you probably already know that the UK has a whole thing about the Christmas Number One. For decades, the UK media has breathlessly followed the race to see what single will occupy that #1 spot on the singles charts on Christmas Day. It’s been a think ever...
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