Elton John recently made an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and took on the challenge of the Colbert Questionnaire. The talk show host sat down with the music legend to ask a series of unique and sometimes unconventional questions designed to reveal the true essence of a person. Known for his wit and humor, Colbert surely had some interesting inquiries up his sleeve.
To start things off, Colbert asked Elton John what his favorite sandwich was. The musician confidently replied, “cheese and tomato.” Simple yet delicious. When Colbert probed further, asking about the type of bread, Elton John revealed his preference for whole wheat.
Moving on to another question, Colbert asked about Elton John‘s first concert experience. The iconic artist reminisced about attending a Little Richard concert at the Hara Granada. With a sense of nostalgia, Elton John acknowledged that he’s been around for quite some time.
Next up, Colbert inquired about the scariest animal. Elton John chuckled and refrained from naming any particular creature that would get him banned from the show. He simply expressed his dislike for snakes. Clearly, they’re not on his list of favorite animals.
Colbert then lightened the mood by asking Elton John to choose between apples and oranges. The musician playfully responded with “apples,” which seemed to satisfy Colbert’s curiosity. One can only wonder if Elton John has ever attempted to spread peanut butter on an orange.
As the conversation continued, Colbert delved into the topic of autographs. Elton John revealed that he had once asked for Elvis Presley’s autograph. And yes, he still has it to this day. The autograph is proudly displayed on a tour program, a cherished token from his encounter with the legendary musician.
Intriguingly, Colbert asked Elton John about his thoughts on what happens when we die. Approaching the subject with an air of uncertainty, Elton John admitted that he doesn’t know. The possibilities range from Pearly Gates to darkness and dust. While he expressed a hopeful desire for an afterlife, Elton John maintained a bit of skepticism.
Keeping things light-hearted, Colbert asked about Elton John‘s favorite action movie. He surprised the audience by mentioning “Bullet” starring Stephen Queen. It’s clear that Elton John appreciates a good action-packed film.
Colbert then turned the conversation towards traveling preferences. He asked whether Elton John prefers the window or aisle seat on a plane. With certainty, Elton John replied, “window.” Perhaps he enjoys gazing out at the world below during his journeys across the globe.
In a fun rapid-fire round, Colbert asked Elton John about his favorite and least favorite smells. Elton John quickly stated that his favorite smell is “new-mown grass.” However, he jokingly apologized for his least favorite smell, garlic. It seems that garlic is strictly banned from his household.
As the interview took a turn towards childhood memories, Colbert asked Elton John about his earliest recollection. The music icon fondly shared the memory of being pushed in a pram by his mother. He described the feeling of coziness that stays with him to this day. Elton John even admitted that he wouldn’t mind experiencing that cozy feeling again.
In a debate of cats versus dogs, Elton John expressed his preference for dogs. In fact, he’s a proud owner of multiple furry friends. It seems that dogs have become an integral part of his life, providing companionship and joy.
While the questionnaire covered a range of topics, one question stood out as particularly thought-provoking. Colbert asked Elton John to choose only one song to listen to for the rest of his life. Elton John selected “Smile” by Charlie Chaplin, particularly enjoying the rendition by Nat King Cole. The uplifting lyrics and beautiful melody make it a timeless favorite.
In a lighthearted finale, Colbert challenged Elton John to guess a number he was thinking of. Elton John amusingly guessed seven, but the correct answer remained undisclosed. As the show came to a close, Colbert shared his final impression of Elton John‘s life in just five words, describing it as “Your bum is like a magnet.”
Elton John‘s appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert was filled with laughter, insightful answers, and a glimpse into the intriguing personality of this legendary musician. Colbert’s unique interview style certainly brought out some entertaining responses from Elton John, making it a memorable episode of the popular talk show.
