Elton John is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer who has been one of the most popular and influential musicians of the past five decades. He was born Reginald Kenneth Dwight in 1947 in Middlesex, England, and began playing piano at a young age.
John rose to fame in the 1970s with hits such as "Your Song," "Rocket Man," and "Tiny Dancer." He has sold over 300 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. He has also won numerous awards, including five Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Tony Award, and a Golden Globe.
In addition to his music career, John is known for his philanthropy and activism, particularly in the fight against HIV/AIDS. He founded the Elton John AIDS Foundation in 1992, which has raised millions of dollars to support HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and advocacy programs around the world.
John has continued to perform and record music throughout his career, and in 2019, he embarked on his final tour, the Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour, which is set to conclude in 2023.