Elton is a true gentleman. In 1984 I caught Elton as he was going into the Sebel Town House and asked him to wait for me to run to the car and get my Goodbye Yellow Brick road album for him to sign. He did. He signed it. In fact, the entire band and Bernie also signed the record. One of my prized possessions to this day. God bless you, Elton -you have done many beautiful things for humanity.
😮❤Did you meet Bernie? GoodbyeYellow 🧱 Brick Road 🛣️ is my favorite album alongside the Friends 🍿 🎥 movie soundtrack/🎼 score. My 🐈 cat is named after both Bernie Taupin & Bernard Hermann (nicknamed Benny or Bennie) & also Both Saint Bernards aka: San Bernardino but goes by "Bernie," a good name. With such a name, it is too bad Bernie doesn't ⏯️ play the cat piano 🎹 which gives treats after kitty hits a few 🎵🎶 notes, like a certain You Tube 🐱 piano 🎹 playing cat. 😊👍🕯️✨
Indeed. I started piano lessons at about 9-years old. I'm 66 now. I'm still around and so is he. And he just recorded new album. We're still around Elton.
I to since Rocketman have watched and researched all about Elton John and Taron Edgerton love them... Elton is a wonderful person. My sister and I are adopting 2 Japanese chin puppies hers is lemon we are naming Elton ,I am naming mine Bernie.
This interviewer is phenomenal! He let Elton do 95% of the talking. He listened intently and helped guide the interview without any obvious agenda of how he wanted it to go. American’s would do well to do the same. Brilliant!
I agree... the interviewer did a great job, although, I do wish he hadn't cut Elton off as he was beginning to talk about his meeting with Elvis... I really wanted to know what his observations were. Other than that .. yeah, he did a great job! The American interviewers always have to make it about themselves...they basically use their guests as a prop for their corny jokes in order to garner a few cheap chuckles and of course, those annoying as hell hoots and hollers from the audience.
Why oh why has EJ never let Bernie sing just one of the songs he wrote? Imagine BT singing "Your Song." Would it be beautiful, the way EJ sings it? Maybe not - but at least we would hear the artist's voice, for the first time.
NO WAY! The Hall of Lame is just that - LAME, and a ridiculous corporate marketing tool. Any artist with any sense of self-worth and integrity would say "bollocks' to that.
As a lifelong, dedicated EJ fan, this is by far the best interview he's ever done. Candid, casual, comfortable - it shows us how real he is, despite his enormous fame, achievements and career. Thank you
@@kaseykreshka8385 its weird when I got listening to music in early 90s if I said I liked Elton John I would of been an outcast so nirvana was my first band and they were great but mainly cos it was cool but looking back queen Elton John ABBA was cool but dare not say it I hope its different now but early 90s was great nevermind. Ten .auctong baby .blood sugar sex magic. Massive attack. Automatic for the people. And all playing 1992 MTV's awards .smashing pumpkins next year so was a great start to been a teenager but crazy to not say what might not sound cool or popular for fear of ridicule which was what those bands stood for but fans didn't get that at time but the doors is my fav and will always be cool no mater what decade for they are underreorded live shows first rock star to get arrested 6 to 7 records in 5 years the first anti rock star the media hates they were anti flower power while been part of a great time in social and rock culture and said what he wanted white others followed each other .anyhow ranting here guessing 60s was more liberating than conservative 90s that's the difference in 3 or 4 years of music in different decades
Dear Elton, huge thanks to you and Bernie for all the music, for all these years. I can't imagine not having your music in my life. The absence of that would truly be a tragedy. Keep on rockin' !
Watched many interviews that EJ's given and it's noticeable how he never fails to give full credit to those who've helped his career, those he's learned from etc. Sign of a true star in my opinion.
the downfall is hard.. my grandfather was up and going active etc until idk what happened after he turned 75, he went from way up there, to a drastic downfall in just two years.. ; ( Can hit everyone hard and very fast.. Love to you all!
Geoff Joffy My father died when he was only 71. My siblings abandoned him. So I left my job and went to New Mexico to help him. The evil priest was an obvious child molester. My brother said he would come down to help me get him into a good nursing home and instead killed him - bragging he came down to help him die and it was a spiritual experience. He also said Dad was old and it was time. I was in shock! I called police, they laughed.I called others, they didn't want to get involved, like they considered it "a family matter". I was threatened to be thrown out of hospice if I made any more waves. My brother had my father's medicine taken from him to force him to die. They claimed the medicine was his life support and they took him off life support. And my brother said it was a spiritual experience. I've had nothing to do with relatives, except for sending a sympathy card to my sister's family when she passed away. She was only 66. A very strange circumstance - a brother stalked me where I live saying she was I'll and he wanted to talk to me about it. I didn't trust him. I found out later she passed away two weeks prior so he had something else up his sleeve. I'm glad I hadn't responded to the concierge. I guess I share it because relationships are important and yet you need to have your boundaries. It's just so sad when such evil infiltrates your own family and how toxic it can be in your life.
he will never remember me but when I was 16 I meet him as a rocket records in Wardour street he was so nice to me, remembering now how my father treated me as a kid and how music was my life and I had loved his music above all, I feel he deserves to be as the loverly man he is ,to think of him as kind and caring, I will never forget how you treated me with a kind heart
This just is not "an interview"! It's a wonderful chat with "a friend" to many. Super to see and hear Elton in his natural surroundings and not as "a showman". This is lovely, at last, to see Elton like this. A different side. Happy Birthday Elton.
WOW.... This has got to be the best interview I have ever seen with Elton John. At 70 he is still so sharp and knowledgeable. I cannot imagine someone who has not been impacted by his music.
Happy Birthday Sir Elton John. It is a pleasure to listen to your songs since I was a teenager. Thanks for saving my life. Your songs always stay with me in a good and in a bad times. May your birthday be filled with joy, flowers, family, friendship and blessings. God bless you Elton.
Fantastic interview. Elton seemed so relaxed. I love the fact that it took place in his house and you could see some of his artwork. I've been a fan for 44 years now and I am still in awe of him just like I was when I first heard his music. Not only is he a brilliant singer and songwriter but such an amazing person. I can't thank him enough for the joy his music has brought to my life. He is truly unique and one of a kind. I know we will all be celebrating many more milestones with him. 🎹🎶💗
Kimberly to mention about the expensive artwork in elton's house I think the best piece of artwork is Elton himself have a good day Kimberly or evening I'm still standing
@@antonioprado8068 Antonio in my humble opinion you should not judge Elton or anybody else because we all make mistakes there is only one that is perfect and his name is God the Father God the son and God the holy ghost have a good day I'm still standing
I bought Captain Fantastic with my first bus boy paycheck. Like EJ said, albums, particularly that one was so amazing to me. I stared at it, smelt it, played it to death for months.
I had all Avail Tunes albums LPS I wore them out now I got him on CD I cannot get enough of Elton I love Elton Elton and Bernie they were such they are
lauriec515 I've been loving Elton since 1973 also he's the best and he's a doggone good father and he's a doggone good husband I love you Elton keep on standing
just getting home as a female disabled veteran I truly love Elton, his music was so inspirational over my 22 years of service so to him I SALUTE to our outstanding non-relation musical relationship! Belated lated lated Birthday!
Happy Birthday, Elton. Your music has been with me for over 50 years now. When I visited London with my class of 1975, Yellow brick road album was famous. I so wanted a pair of the platform ruby slippers that was on display in a shoe shop in London. Unfortunately they were just a little out of my price range at 18. LOL ! Looking forward to new songs that will be coming our way. Happy 70 and many more.
I love Sir Elton John ❤......i remember being at the Meadowlands workin there the time they had World Cup Soccer and Events goin on. If ya worked there you were forbidden to to watch or be in the area where the people were seated. When i heard Sir Elton was gonna be there.......thats it! I snuck in every blessed chance i could 😍 I dont know how many times i got tapped on the shoulder 🤗 i had heart palpitations to see him......hand to God. Sir Elton is such Heart and such a music legend but even more.....he has such a GIVING love which is why i feel the way i do. When i see his nose get red, i cry right with him because i love him. Now he is a wonderful Dad and i wish him all the best ALWAYS ❤🌹❤
I just turned 70 and still playing my kit of DWs. I started playing when I was 10 yrs old. (badly) Often warm up with Elton's music because it's brilliant. While playing I have no age. Thank you for this. Happy Birthday Elton!
Ken 87 I 110 percent totally agree with you Ken I've been listening to Elton since I was 15 I've been loving Elton since I was 15 I will go to My Grave Loving Elton
The costumes you wore helped me to realize I could express myself in any way I wanted to and to accept myself regardless of other people opinions. You're awesome Elton! I loved your movie, Rocket Man! Tons of Hugs and kisses to you and your family!
I just love and appreciate this man so much in this interview because he is so down to earth, he is so real as himself, yes he went through a major portion of his life with when trying to come out, but that never stopped his beautiful communication with the world, his generosity, his appreciation and respect to the people he meets, his love for music and the arts, his contributions that he has given back to society, donations to various medical needs, world health organizations, etc. He absolutely loves his artistry to be able to perform, and sing, Bernie to write lyrics and help Elton write his feelings of life. Elton has been together with his partner for almost 25 years now, has a family and has evolved to parenthood, loves his children, and I believe Elton will be one of the most respected individual that the world has seen in the last 200 years. This man is one of the most real, honest individual you could possibly meet in life. I will be 70 myself this year, and I can relate to Elton so very easily, I would just love to have the chance to meet him in person, sit down for a couple of hours and just talk of life. To me, that would be the most perfect gift to physically meet Elton before my time on this earth ends. The best ever to you Elton, Happy Birthday and thank you for this fantastic interview.
What you wrote were some of the most concise and truthful observances about Elton John "the human being" that I've ever read. You encompassed his attributes and humanities in a very eloquent and heartfelt way. Bravo!
Mozart had a lot of empathy as well, these passionate geniuses can only score that high because of hiw genuine they are as HUMAN beings! May God bless him
Brilliant interview!! Happy Birthday Sir Elton John~ I've been a fan for the last 45 years and have seen you live many times. God bless you and keep enjoying life!! 💐💙
Such an amazing interview with one of the worlds last remaining legends... I felt like i was sitting in the room. Very happy to have had this moment...
Elton's music has been a huge influence on me. I still listen to it in amazement. I had the pleasure to say hello to him May 12th, 1971 in Fresno, CA. Unbelievable concert! Because of his gracious and kind heart, a friend of mine was able to live over 20 years. Thanks Elton.
Great interview as he has many throughout all the years...Happy Birthday Sir Elton John...The Greatest Melody Writer in Popular Music !!! Elton & Bernie strum the very Heart Strings of my entire Life !!!
GOD,I LOVE THIS MAN!!!! What a brilliant interview...thanks SO much for sharing it for his 70th....I've been a Lifelong fan..started when I was 10,I';m 55 today and Elton along with his music has LITERALLY been The Soundtrack for MY Life..and continues to be!!!! He's been The One constant through it ALL!!! Words can never express what he's meant to me on a daily basis! Happiest,Healthiest Birthday Wishes and Miracles to you and yours Elton!!! Blessings,Gratitude and Love Sir EJ!!! From Calgary,Alberta,Canada!!!! S.M.
You're welcome. I'm glad I was able to share this interview with so many fellow EJ fans. My boyfriend and life partner, 35jeydee, was the one who encouraged me to share it here.
sweetieguy sweetie guy I've been a long life loan fan in Belton I've been loving Elton said I was 15 I am currently 62 So You & I we are both in the same
sweetieguy sweetie guy I wanted to finish pandemic I wanted to finish my sentence you and I both love Elton for a long time in the same boat Long Live Elton John
This year in2020 I also turned 73, Still feel I’m in my 50s My brother has just turned 80. Had a heart valve op in2009 realized he still didn’t feel old and bought an ultra lite and he’s ready to fly again. He’s been a pilot and owned 2 planes. For all of us We aren’t old and over with living until we Say were Over.....
Not only a real pro musician and performer but obviously a REAL nice guy. Would be a privilige to meet him, David and the boys. Welcome home to us in Sweden. i am a couple of years older than you.......was Billy Veras bassist in the sixties.
This is THE best interview with Elton I've ever seen :) In fact, it's not like an interview, it's more like two friends having a conversation and as a viewer we're invited in to it...love it.
I think those early songs really showcased his vocal talent. Burn Down The Mission, Skyline Pigeon, Friends, Someone Saved My Life Tonight, Sacrifice, Levon and Tiny Dancer are emotional and touch a spot in all of us. Long after he has left this world, there will always be kids coming up who will be blown away by the songs of Elton John/Bernie Taupin.
Happy birthday Elton, we are lucky to have you. I have been a fan since Empty Sky. Underestimated by music critics who think what you did was easy when of course you just made it look easy, that's the artistry. There is no talent like yours now, it's all hyped. Thank you.
Wow! 70 years. I feel so privileged to have been present during this amazing career. You're an icon, an inspiration, a lifestyle. Thank you for all that you've given.
I got to see Elton John in Lexington Kentucky approximately 14 years. ago I'm a big Elton John fan I walk down to Rupp Arena to take pictures of his tour bus I didn't have tickets and I snuck in the concert and got one row off Main Floor Center Stage 3 and the first song I heard him play was my all-time favorite Bennie and the Jets truly a big highlight in my life that I will never forget
I have Elton's first 9 albums on LP. He has infused my teens and adulthood since 1972. He always shoots from the hip and I love him for it! ("Goodbye Adele!" lmao) Thank you OP for posting this interview
Sir Elton John is one of the very most impressed humans for me. I hope he will live another 70 years too from now on and after that also a very very long time cause he deserve it :) Best Regards Nodar
Nodar1987 Me too! I've at times thought about what it's going to be like when Elton eventually does pass on....not only how I'll feel, but the reaction of the music and media world.... And I realized that Elton will love it! He will instantly become the most popular and musically relevant he's been since the 1970s. It'll be tragic, yet magical at the same time!
Despite a major coke addiction, he looks fucking great for 70. Also, when he sings, he may not be able to hit the high notes anymore, but he's replaced that with a more rich sounding tone. Long live Elton!
Timothy Steigerwald My father had a concession stand at a local park/zoo and our juke box played EJ's music a whole lot. One of my favorites, "I don't wanna go on with you like that" - just a bouncy tune that stuck. Much of hisvsongs-maybe all - were on relationships.
Ive followed EHJ for 42 years.................still never met him and ' I would have liked to known you but i was just a kid ' lol. Hes always been there and remains my musical Hero. What a great life............Thanks Elton. Dave. X.
David Clowsley I've been a fan of his for 27, almost 28 years (turning 31 in a couple of weeks). Have worn through many of his Greatest Hits tapes as a child and been collecting and listening to his music since.
What a great interview. Feels like I am sitting there at the table. He is so gracious never talking bad of anyone. My first 8 track was Captain Fantastic, Great artist
Terrific interview. Thank you so very much. Dear Elton, thank you for sharing you and Bernie's magnificent talents with me and my family. I've been a fan since 1972. How wonderful life is while you're in the world. My wife and I will be at your party tonight and hope we'll have a chance to say hello and express our unending love for you.
ms slsm mind your own business Taco don't be so judgmental are you perfect I know I'm not but I don't go around labeling people and knocking them cuz I know I'm not God I'm Only Human Being not God Like You Think You Are
Happy Birthday, Elton! Wonderful interview. I've been a fan for 45 years and you've never disappointed. Great music, great concerts and good humor. Glad you are as happy as you've made all of us. Thank you!
Jyo & Zao my favorite is I'm still standing because I went through a lot of things that Elton went through so me and you know we like I don't know I forgot the word like on I don't know but mean it went through a lot of things same things so I can really relate to I'm still standing
I have been in love with Sir Elton John since childhood. Loved this interview he seems so open and humble. I still love you and always will. Will be at your farewell concert 11/2/18
I've been a fan of Elton John since 1978 (when I was 8) and this is without any doubt the best interview of Elton that I've ever listened to or watched. You can see just why people love Elton so much - apart from his beautiful songs and terrific showmanship it is his genuine love and compassion and his dedication to helping other people that shines through. What a great job by the interviewer here too. I love this - and long may Elton John's incredible career continue!!
This is a great interview, Elton looks really well and relaxed and they are just talking about the music in a chilled out friendly way. One of my favourite Elton John interviews 👍. Xx
I love Elton. I cannot understand why his father never liked him. If he was my son, i would be proud of him in so many ways. I'm glad he had his Mother's support and love.
Thank you for featuring this great artist. He and Bernie Taupin have been sharing their musical genius with us for yrs and we are all the better for it. I love this man!
Thank you !! Fantastic interview. I have been a big fan since 1970. My favorite album remains " Tumbleweed Connection "... The Band must have been an influence. Love them too. Long live E J !!!
"if you don't spend money on yourself make sure it goes to other people". Of all things I've heard from this man in the last fifty years this is the one I think I'll remember most, one of the most meaningful for sure. If he's repeating an "old saying" please don't tell me.
@@michellegouin3007 you're so correct Michelle he looks beautiful now as ever did when he started out I've been listening I've been listening to his albums and loving him 47 years now and the man is has always been beautiful great singer great piano player great philanthropist helping people he's my sweetie I love you my Elton my sweetie I'm still standing
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