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Elton John did write and does perform '' philadelphia freedom '' for his favorite tennis team, the philadelphia freedom's, but it is because elton's friend, tennis legend billie jean king played on that team and also owned it, when elton reles=ased '' philadelphia freedom '' in 1975, it was believed by most people that because it had bicentennial overtones, that it was for america's bicentennial, but it is really for elton's friend billie jean king.
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What is the occasion for Elton John performing Philadelphia Freedom in the City of Brother Love?
his birthday
What is the Elton John song 'Philadelphia Freedom' about?
No one knows the clear meaning of the current lyrics of Philadelphia Freedom. Elton John wanted to write a song about his favorite tennis team, the Philadelphia Freedoms, but his lyricist protested that he could not write a song about tennis, so he didn't. Elton wrote the music and sang the lyrics anyway, although they were irrelevant.
To whose tribute was Elton John's 1 1975 hit Philadelphia Freedom?
Billie Jean King
What artist had 3 number 1 hits in 1975?
Elton John with Lucy in the Sky, Philadelphia Freedom and Island Girl
1975 hit song by Elton John?
Elton John had two number 1 hit songs in 1975. "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds" was number 1 from December 29, 1974 - January 11 1975, and "Philadelphia Freedom" was number 1 from April 6 - April 19. "Philadelphia Freedom" was also the number 3 song for the year 1975.
Who has the best singing voice in the world?
Elton John
Who sings back up on Elton John's Philadelphia freedom?
The original single had the original "Elton John Band." The same picture was in th fold open Capt. Fantastic LP cover. So, I believe it would be EJ's regular bassist, Dee Murray, perhaps toned down by arranger Gene Page.
Stylistically who is the new Elton John?
Mika most closely represents the style and singing of Elton John. Another artist that reflects Elton John's style is John Ondrasik [better known as Five For Fighting].
Why has Neil Diamond covered Elton Johns songs but has not acutally met Elton?
Neil Diamond personally introduced Elton John to the public on the occasion of Elton's first live appearance in the United States. It was onstage at Doug Weston's Troubadour Club in Los Angeles on 25 August 1970.
What song is in the movie gnomeo and Juliet?
Nelly Furtado & Elton John singing Crocodile Rock in Gnomeo and Juliet.
Why did Olivia Newton-John and Elton John quit singing together?
Olivia Newton-John and Elton John have not formally "quit" singing together, but their collaborative performances have decreased over the years due to their individual careers and personal commitments. Both artists have pursued solo projects, with Elton John focusing on his farewell tour and Olivia managing her health challenges. Their occasional duets and collaborations remain cherished, but they have not maintained a consistent partnership in recent years.
Elton John's chart toppers?
crocodile rock bennie and the jets Lucy in the sky with diamonds philadelphia freedom island girl don't go breaking my heart that's what friends are for (along with dionne warwick, and others) don't let the sun go down on me candle in the wind
