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"Levon" is a song written by English musician Elton John and songwriter Bernie Taupin, and performed by John. It was recorded on 27 February 1971, and was released on John's 1971 album, Madman Across the Water. [2] Backing vocals are provided by Tony Burrows. [3] Paul Buckmaster wrote the orchestral arrangements and conducted the orchestra.
Elton John's lyricist, Bernie Taupin, named the song "Levon" after Helm, although the song is not actually about him. [33] Both John and Taupin cited that they were inspired by Helm; Taupin saying in various interviews that they would "go down to their favourite record stores to buy The Band's records" along with Elton.
Elton John was born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on 25 March 1947, in Pinner, Middlesex (now part of the London Borough of Harrow), the eldest child of Stanley Dwight (1925–1991) and only child of Sheila Eileen (née Harris; 1925–2017).
The "Rocketman" singer — born Reginald Dwight — was thrilled to change his name to Elton Hercules John. Elton John says parents gave him a 's--- name,' but were 'spot on' since it means 'Queen ...
Elton John knows how he wants to be best remembered after he dies.. As he was honored as TIME's Icon of the Year, the singer, 77, reflected on fatherhood and how his role as a dad is his most ...
(Elton John and Marcella Detroit) Nickolas Ashford Valerie Simpson: Duets: 1993 [12] "All Across the Havens" Elton John Bernie Taupin B-side to "Lady Samantha" [a] 1969 "All Quiet on the Western Front" Elton John Bernie Taupin Jump Up! 1982 [14] "All That I'm Allowed" Elton John Bernie Taupin Peachtree Road: 2004 [15] "All the Girls Love Alice ...
Elton John's gift may be his song, but that doesn't mean he loves them all. During an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Tuesday, Dec. 17, the 77-year-old musician spoke about ...
The nine tracks were each composed and performed by John and with lyrics written by songwriting partner Bernie Taupin as with his previous material. Like John's other studio albums up to this point, Madman featured John's touring band (which consisted of bassist Dee Murray and drummer Nigel Olsson) on only a single song, due to producer Gus Dudgeon's lack of faith in the group for studio ...