In actuality, John and Taupin wrote "Daniel" about a fictitious Vietnam veteran. Learn more about the origins of this track, below.

Bernie Taupin, the celebrated lyricist best known for his songwriting partnership with Elton John, has a cartoon framed on his desk.

Elton John spoke about which of his own songs are his favorites — and also revealed one of his tunes that he cannot stand — during an appearance on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' on ...