Sir Elton John is one of the legends in pop music! His catalogue of hits is unreal. From “Daniel”, “Your Song”, “The Circle Of Life”. He celebrated his birthday this past weekend!

To celebrate, here are some fun facts about the legendary singer!

 

1. He doesn’t own a cellphone. 

2. He has 250 thousand pairs of his signature sunglasses.

3. His best selling song to date is “Candle In The Wind” The song was originally done in 1973 as a tribute to Marilyn Monroe and re released in 1997 as a tribute to Princess Diana.

4. He has had 50 songs hit the top 40. His first was in 1970 with the classic “Your Song”.

5. Originally, Elton was a session musician. Playing backup for The Hollies, Isley Brothers, and Patti Labelle.

6. Elton played a piano at a pub when he was 15. He played classic standards. He played under the alias of “Reggie”.

7. Elton won a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music when he was 11. 

8. His Dad didn’t want him to be a rockstar. He wanted Elton to become a banker. 

9. He has composed broadway soundtracks.

Including The Lion King, Aida, Lestat, and Billy Elliot.

10. His Full Name is Reginald Kenneth Dwight.

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