This 1972 Rock Classic Helped Launch A Six-Decade Career

On March 3, 1972, Elton John released "Rocket Man", the lead single from his album Honky Chateau. The song would become one of the singer's most popular songs ever, cementing him as the perennial rock star of his generation.

"Rocket Man" came just months after the release of Madman Across The Water—the album that first brought Elton John to international fame. That project included hits such as "Tiny Dancer" and "Razor Face"

'Rocket Man' Changed Elton John's Career Forever

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