What was Rocket Man written about?

What was Rocket Man written about?

Bernie Taupin wrote it simply about a man who is an astronaut and his relationship with his family! When Elton wrote this song he was in the mists of a massive coke binge. He was literaly the Rocket Man.

How did Elton John get the name Rocket Man?

He told Rowan Atkinson in 1991: "I used to be in a band, and I wanted to become a singer in my own right, and I wanted to choose a name. “And the saxophone player in the band was called Elton, so I chose that name."

What is Elton John's most successful song?

PRS for Music's chart of Sir Elton John's most successful songs:

• Your Song.
• Rocket Man.
• I'm Still Standing.
• Circle Of Life.
• Can You Feel The Love Tonight.
• Don't Let the Sun Go Down On Me.
• Don't Go Breaking My Heart.
• Candle In The Wind.

Who sang the song Rocket Man?

Elton John Rocket Man/Artisti

Was Elton John friends with John Lennon?

Sir Elton John has confirmed what many would have expected - he and John Lennon were indeed friends. In fact, in an interview with John's son Sean Ono Lennon, Sir Elton has said they had a 'whirlwind romance' which lasted two to three years.

Where are Bernie Taupin and Elton John lovers?

Sir Elton John and Bernie Taupin were never a couple, but Bernie once said the pair had a 'non-sexual love affair' for the best part of 50 years. While Elton brought the musical brains, Bernie had the poetic abilities to start a fantastic working relationship.

What is the most played song in 2021?

The song tallied over 600 million streams globally between May 29 and Aug. 22....Spotify's Top Global Songs of Summer 2021:

1	good 4 u Olivia Rodrigo	2:58
2	Beggin' Måneskin	3:31
3	Todo De Ti Rauw Alejandro	3:19
4	MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name) Lil Nas X	2:17
5	Kiss Me More (feat. SZA) Doja Cat, SZA	3:28