ITS KILLING ME INSIDE : Elton John 77 years British singer, songwriter and pianist Cries Out Due to…read more
Elton John, the legendary British singer, songwriter, and pianist who has dazzled audiences for decades with his musical genius, recently revealed a heartbreaking truth during an emotional interview. At 77 years old, the beloved musician confessed that he has been grappling with overwhelming personal grief and health challenges, which have been “killing him inside.”
The iconic performer, known for hits like Rocket Man, Your Song, and Candle in the Wind, has always been admired for his flamboyant personality and resilience. However, beneath the glittering exterior, Elton John admitted that he’s been carrying deep emotional pain that has worsened over the past few years.
John, who recently completed his farewell tour, disclosed that the loss of many close friends and musical collaborators has left him feeling increasingly isolated. He spoke particularly about the pain of losing his longtime friend and songwriting partner Bernie Taupin, whose health has also been deteriorating. “Losing people you’ve shared your whole life with… It breaks you in ways you can’t even imagine,” John confessed, visibly emotional.
Beyond the grief, the legendary musician has also been struggling with ongoing health issues. Despite his seemingly unstoppable energy on stage, Elton has undergone multiple surgeries in recent years, including hip operations that made it difficult for him to perform. While he fought through the pain during his farewell tour, the toll it has taken on his body and spirit has left him feeling emotionally drained.
“There’s a part of me that feels like I’m still that 20-something-year-old guy, full of life and creativity,” John said during the interview. “But my body doesn’t agree with that anymore, and it’s killing me inside to realize I’m not invincible.”
Elton John’s battle with his own mortality has been a recurring theme in recent years, as he’s often spoken about the importance of family, reflecting on his journey to sobriety and his deep love for his husband, David Furnish, and their two sons. However, the singer admitted that while his family gives him great comfort, the pressure of saying goodbye to his music career has left him feeling vulnerable.
“Music has been my life for so long,” John said. “The thought of letting it go, of not being able to play for my fans anymore, it’s a loss I’m not sure I’m ready for. It’s hard to imagine a life without it — it’s killing me inside.”
Fans around the world have shown an outpouring of love and support for Elton John, hoping the star can find solace in his retirement and continue to inspire others through his music.
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