Inspired by the showmanship of rock & roll musicians Little Richard and Jerry
Lee Lewis, young pianist Reginald Dwight (born on March 25, 1947 in Pinner,
Middlesex, England) transformed himself into one of the most colorful and
enduring rock stars of his era.
After studying at the Royal Academy of Music, he formed Bluesology with Long
John Baldry and Elton Dean, merging their Christian names to create his own
moniker Elton John. Meeting lyricist Bernie Taupin shaped his career. They
became one of the world's most successful songwriting partnerships, Elton John
using his adop...