I just saw Rocketman tonight, and had to write a few words. Sir Elton walks the talk. The movie is a statement of compassion, strength, endurance, and is an inspiration on many levels. This movie has the message of being grateful for what we have in our lives, and, to get to the business of living our lives. Get those songs recorded, tell your loved ones how much you love them. Life is short – show up and be there…
Where am I going with this? Elton John did what it took to pull himself up. He checked himself into rehab and chose life. He’s done the work, and it shows, and the world is better for it.
I had no idea about his life story, but wow – what a story of love, of perseverance, of forgiveness, of friendship. If you want a life lesson you’ll never forget, definitely see the film with the following caveat: The film has explicit sex scenes, which are not my cup of tea*, so buyer beware.
There are some great interviews but here is one in particular where Elton John makes some comments that reveal his altruistic, strong character, and resilient nature. Actor Taron Egerton and Giles Martin are also in this roundtable interview on Apple Music. There’s another good interview, believe it or not, on ET. As an aside, Elton John and Taron Egerton sing Tiny Dancer at the 75th Aides Foundation Fundraiser.
Through it all, you get that he’s just a real person wanting to do good in the world, and is not afraid to candidly share his life story with us. Good on ya Sir Elton John.
* Author’s note: My practice is that I don’t watch movies with explicit sex scenes, violence. There are rare cases when the message furthers the overall mission of the movie, and this is probably one of them.
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