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He's still standing and likely feeling like a rocket man as he celebrates his 70th birthday.
Born on March 25th, 1947, classic pop, UK sensation, Elton John, celebrates a milestone of 70 years today.
He's sold more than 300 million records and has more than fifty Top 40 hits.
He'll be celebrating in Los Angeles with close friends and family, as well as a performance by Lady Gaga.
Some of his best known songs include:
#EltonJohn is 70 today, born 25th March 1947.
— Music History (@RockWalkLondon) March 25, 2017
Singer, songwriter & musician.
He has had 27 Top Ten singles & sold over 300 million records. pic.twitter.com/p4t47oAJvV
Did you know?
Elton's real name is Reginald Kenneth Dwight and his middle name is Hercules.
He received knighthood from Queen Elizabeth for his music and charitable service.
He was instrumental in helping Eminem beat his drug addiction in the early 2000's.
He was one of the first western pop stars to tour the Soviet Union in 1979 and many believed all westerners dressed that way.
Today also marks the 25th anniversary of the AIDS Foundation.
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