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Written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin, the song was recorded during summer 1972 at a French studio where the Honky Château album had previously been made. Released in late October 1972 in the UK and November 1972 in the US as an advance single, it achieved significant commercial success, becoming John's first US number-one hit in early 1973 and earning Gold and Platinum certifications. It also topped the Canadian charts.
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