Elton John recently made a guest appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and it was a night filled with laughter, music, and rapid-fire questions. The legendary musician sat down with Fallon to chat about his career, his new album, and even shared some stories from his past.
As soon as Elton John took the stage, the audience erupted into a standing ovation. Fallon thanked him for coming on the show and Elton John jokingly mentioned how Fallon had forced him to play “Bennie and the Jets” at a previous event. Fallon laughed it off and the two continued their playful banter throughout the interview.
One interesting revelation was that Elton John doesn’t particularly enjoy going to parties. He prefers staying at home with his husband and their little baby, Zachary. When asked about the name “Zachary,” Elton John explained that it was inspired by the name of John the Baptist’s father and a favorite church in Venice.
The conversation then shifted to Elton John‘s upcoming appearance on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL). He mentioned that he was having a great time rehearsing for the show and even hinted at some surprises, including dressing up in drag for a sketch. Elton John admitted that he doesn’t get nervous performing on SNL, but choosing the sketches was the hardest part.
Fallon couldn’t help but bring up the recent dedication of “American Idol” to Elton John and his songs. Elton John expressed his appreciation for having his songs performed by talented artists and even took a moment to encourage other musicians to embrace such opportunities, mentioning the ongoing debate regarding the use of songs on the hit show “Glee.”
The conversation then turned to Elton John‘s latest album, “The Union,” a collaboration with fellow musician Leon Russell. Elton John praised Russell and shared how they first met in 1970 when Russell was already his idol. The album has already received critical acclaim and has been nominated for several awards.
Throughout the interview, Elton John showcased his quick wit and musical talent. Fallon couldn’t resist asking him some rapid-fire questions. Elton John shared that his most perfect song is “Your Song” and that his favorite song to perform live is “Madman Across the Water.” He also revealed that he doesn’t often listen to his own music on the radio.
As the interview came to a close, Fallon asked Elton John about his enviousness of any of his contemporaries. He mentioned being envious of Rufus Wainwright’s talent for writing symphonic type songs. Elton John also mentioned that if he could have recorded any song, it would be “Song for You” by Leon Russell, showcasing his admiration for his longtime friend.
Elton John‘s appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” was a true testament to his musical prowess and genuine personality. The conversation flowed effortlessly between jokes, memories, and music, leaving the audience entertained and wanting more.
Be sure to catch Elton John‘s upcoming performances on “Saturday Night Live” and don’t forget to check out his latest album, “The Union,” for a magical blend of musical talent from two legends.
