Who is the

Original Candle in the Wind About?

From Elton John’s Goodbye Yellowbrick Road album, Candle in the Wind pays tribute to a famous actress who died of a drug overdose. She became an icon for millions and is a symbol of the era’s sexual revolution. Just who is this woman? Hint: It’s not Princess Diana. Discover who the hit initially referred to with us. Let’s dive in!

Who Originally Wrote Candle in the Wind?

Who Originally Wrote Candle in the Wind?

Candle in the Wind comes to us from one of the most famous songwriting duos in music history. From the first meeting, Bernie Taupin has written the lyrics, with Elton John writing the music.

So, Who is the Original Candle in the Wind About?

So, Who is the Original Candle in the Wind About?

Taupin got the original idea for the song title from a quote about Janis Joplin. Bernie felt the song to be more of a take on fame and celebrity and how fame affects the man or woman in the street more than an ode to Marilyn Monroe.

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