Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight; 25 March 1947) is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. Collaborating with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967 on more than 30 albums, John has sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists. 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. 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 also produced records and occasionally acted in films. John owned Watford F.C. from 1976 to 1987 and from 1997 to 2002. He is an honorary life president of the club.
Dolly Parton shows love for Lil Nas X’s Jolene cover: “I’m honoured and flattered”
Parton, who first released the song in 1973, said she was “so excited” to discover that the That’s What I Want hitmaker had covered the track. “I was so excited when someone told me that Lil Nas X had done my song #Jolene,” the country star wrote on social media. “I had to find it and listen to it immediately…and it’s really good. “Of course, I love him anyway.
I was surprised and I’m honored and flattered. I hope he does good for both of us. Thank you @LilNasX.” The Montero (Call Me By Your Name) star shared Parton’s tweet, simply adding: “HOLY SHIT.” Lil Nas X’s highly anticipated debut album was released on 17 September and features collaborations from the likes of Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion, Elton John and Jack Harlow.
