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“Anyone who lip-synchs in public on stage when you pay 75 pounds to see them should be shot.”

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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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