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Elton John Only Recently Learned The True Meaning Of His 1972 Hit ‘Rocket Man’ Thanks To Its Co-Writer

In the more than half-century since “Rocket Man” first shot its way to the top of the charts, it would be safe to assume that Elton John has performed the song hundreds — if not thousands — of times.
American Songwriter

Elton John Celebrates “Rocket Man” Reaching 1 Billion Streams on Spotify

Streaming numbers for the Elton John classic “Rocket Man” are as high as a kite. On Friday (January 5), John took to social media to announce that the 1972 song has amassed 1 billion streams on ...
Men's Journal

This 1972 Rock Classic Helped Launch A Six-Decade Career

“Rocket Man” cemented Elton John as a rock star who was here to stay. "Rocket Man" released in 1972 solidified Elton John's rock star status. The single's success marked John's rise to international ...
Men's Journal

47 Years Later, One 'Star Trek' Icon Could Revisit His Wildest Moment

In 1978, at the 5th Annual Saturn Awards, William Shatner did something fantastic and unique as only William Shatner can. With a cigarette in hand, he delivered, a strange, halting, talk-thru version ...
American Songwriter

Bernie Taupin Tells Elton John True Inspiration Behind “Rocket Man”: “I Never Knew That”

Sir Elton John and Bernie Taupin have forged one of the most revered songwriting partnerships in recent memory. With John on the keys and Taupin behind the pen, the duo has delivered one of the most ...