raised in the Pinner area of Greater London, John learned to play piano at an early age, and by 1962 had formed Bluesology, an R&B band with whom he played until 1967. He has also produced records and occasionally acted in films. His tribute single “Candle in the Wind 1997”, rewritten in dedication to Diana, Princess of Wales, sold over 33 million copies worldwide and is the best-selling single in the history of the UK and US singles charts. He has more than fifty Top 40 hits in the UK Singles Chart and US Billboard Hot 100, including seven number ones in the UK and nine in the US, as well as seven consecutive number-one albums in the US. John has sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists. ![]() He has worked with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967 they have collaborated on more than 30 albums. Sir Elton Hercules John CH CBE (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight 25 March 1947) is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer.
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