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Sir Elton John's coat of arms. Granted to him in 1987, the shield includes piano keys and records. The Spanish motto, el tono es bueno, combines a pun on Elton John's name with the translation "the tone is good". [365] The black, red and gold colours are also those of Watford F.C.
At birth, his name was Reginald Kenneth Dwight. His family called him Reggie or Reg, but in 1972, he legally changed his name to Elton John, which everyone — including his mother — called him ...
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In 1970, John formed the Elton John Band with Dee Murray and Nigel Olsson, and released his first hit single, "Your Song". His band has gone through several lineup changes, but Olsson, Davey Johnstone , and Ray Cooper have been members, albeit not continuously, since 1970, 1971 and 1973 respectively.
The "Rocketman" singer — born Reginald Dwight — was thrilled to change his name to Elton Hercules John. Elton John says parents gave him a 's--- name,' but were 'spot on' since it means 'Queen ...
Elton John performing in 2023 Elton John is a British singer, songwriter and pianist. He has collaborated with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967 and is one of the most successful artists of all time, having sold over 300 million records worldwide in a six-decade career in music.
As a way to distance himself from his abusive childhood, he stopped going by his birth name Reginald Kenneth Dwight, and started going by Elton John. His father never saw him perform. Elton says ...
Later on, John announced a song titled "Hold Me Closer", with Spears also confirming her involvement in the track. [39] The song was released on 26 August 2022, though it leaked online a week ahead. [40] "Hold Me Closer" is a duet between John and Spears that blends the chorus of "Tiny Dancer" with verses from John's 1992 single "The One". [41]