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“A great editor is the most valuable thing you can have as an artist because, as you said, sometimes you get too close to something. I think, apart from your talent, that's why you have the career you have - because you have great people behind you.”

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Elton John
Elton John

Elton John, born Reginald Kenneth Dwight, is a British singer, composer, and pianist. He was born on March 25, 1947, in London, England. Since his debut in 1969, Elton John has won the hearts of fans worldwide with his unique musical style and talented performances. His music spans a variety of genres, including pop, rock, blues, and classical, with hit songs like 'Candle in the Wind' and 'Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me'. more

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