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The son of a former Royal Air Force trumpeter, Elton John was born on 25 th March, 1947, at Pinner, Middlesex , England . In terms of sales and lasting popularity, Elton John was the biggest pop superstar of the early '70s. He has created a long string of blockbuster hits and music projects over a career that is well into its fourth decade. John completely dominated the rock world in the '70s, as evident by his seven consecutive albums that topped the US album charts.

Elton began playing piano at the age of four, and when he was 11, he won a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music. After studying there for six years, he left the school with the notions of breaking into the music business. In 1960, Elton and some of his friends, while still in school, had organized a music band the Corvettes. In a couple of years, the band evolved into the Bluesology. Two years after Elton left the school; the Bluesology came under the supervision of a renowned musician Long John Baldry and began touring cabarets with him throughout the England .

However in a little span of time, Elton John became frustrated with Baldry's control over the band. He left the group and began searching for other bands to join. He failed for the lead vocalist auditions for both the King Crimson and Gentle Giant. Then he answered an advertisement by Liberty Records. He was given a stack of lyrics by lyricist Bernie Taupin. Elton John then wrote music for the lyrics and got in touch with Bernie through the mail. Thus began a partnership that continues to this day.

Elton and Bernie, now working together, joined Dick James's DJM Records, as staff songwriters in 1968. Over the next two years, they wrote songs for pop singers like Roger Cook and Lulu, while also recording their own songs. Elton john lyrics were well appreciated by every music lover. In June 1969, Elton unleashed his first album Empty Sky for DJM. It was a disappointing failure but was a real confidence booster for Elton. With a new zeal and zest, Elton John released his second self-titled album in 1970 which started to sell well in the US . Elton John was followed quickly with the concept album Tumbleweed Connection in February 1971. It reached the Top Ten on the Billboard 200 like its predecessor, and got heavy airplay on album-oriented radio stations in the US . Elton's journey towards ultimate fame had begun.

Tumbleweed Connection was followed by the live album 11-17-70. Next was the soundtrack to the obscure film Friends and the album Madman across the Water. The door of fame and glory was opened for Elton John as all of his coming work was getting immediate esteem. He was able to start his own label the Rocket Records in 1973. In 1974, Elton engaged in a noted collaboration with John Lennon, resulting in Elton covering The Beatles's Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds.

He managed to appear constantly on top music charts for a long time and gave continuous hit albums to his fans. These include Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy, 1975, Rock of the Westies , Candle in the Wind 1997 and an extended list of albums and songs. In 1997, he updated the lyrics of Candle in the Wind for a special version mourning the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, and this became the fastest selling single of all time, eventually going on to sell over 30 million copies worldwide .

He continues to release new material to commercial success and tours extensively. Although he made an initial splash with his glitzy stage getups, it's John's effortless way with simple but memorable melodies that has won him his ongoing popularity. A range of personal and artistic problems began to take their toll around 1976, but he reclaimed a place on the charts in the 1980s. According to a 2004 BBC profile, John has the rare accolade of charting a Top 40 single every year from 1970 to 1996. It is really an achievement of sorts for Elton!

Elton John tickets are most in demand in the town. Millions of American fans are waiting to hear Elton John lyrics live in their home town. Las Vegas , Toronto , Washington DC , New York and Boston are some of the cosmopolitan cities where Elton John is ready to show down at the end of this summer. You ought to be there!

The world of music has produced probably the biggest icons to ever walk the planet. One of the most talented and gifted musicians ever to grace a stage has to be Elton John. Born on the 25th of March in 1947, he has sold a record total of 250 million records worldwide. It is a feat which has labeled him as one of the most successful artists in the history of music. He is also responsible for producing the best selling single of all time in Billboard Charts history; Candle in the Wind which sold a record thirty-three million copies around the globe. He has also famous for releasing successive albums to peak out at the number one spot across charts in the United States. As a testament to his fame and talent, Elton John has won a total of six Grammy Awards. He has an Academy Award to his name, as well as a Golden Globe Award. He is also the proud winner of the Tony Award. Such is his gift that he successfully claimed the forty ninth spot on the hundred greatest artists of all time, according to Rolling Stone. It was in 1994 that he was inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and four of years later, was honored with knighthood for services to music and charitable services. He is truly a legend in the music industry and a dream for any music fan to witness live. Get your Elton John Tickets today and get ready for an experience that will blow you away.

"It's time to come off the road so I can fully embrace the next important chapter of my life," said Elton John about his ongoing Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour. The music legend has several classics to his credit. These include Candle in the Wind, Sacrifice, Can You Feel the Love Tonight and Tiny Dancer to name a few. Over the next few months, the outing will hit a number of notable cities across North American and Europe. So check out the itinerary and make advance bookings for the show in your city. This might be your last chance to enjoy the iconic musician's hits live.