Top Twenty Elton John Singles

By Dylan Mann-Hazell

Revolutionary in both music and LGBTQ+ history, Elton John has changed the world for the better in so many ways. From his outstanding, innovative discography to his immense charity work, particularly for supporting and founding HIV prevention organizations in the 1980s-1990s, his profound impact is unmistakable.

The world-famous rockstar celebrates his 76th birthday this weekend, and also embarks upon his final ever UK tour before retiring. So, in honor of celebrating one of the most influential LGBTQ+ figures in history, we’ve produced a list of his best twenty singles. From iconic tracks like Honky Cat to I’m Still Standing, Tiny Dancer to Rocket Man, read on to find out what our top Elton John tracks are!

20. Candle in the Wind

Songwriter Bernie Taupin’s lyrical genius comes in full force in this gentle ballad from Elton’s best-selling record Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. Originally written in honor of the late Marilyn Monroe, the song was rewritten in 1997 following the death of Princess Diana. After being performed at her funeral, the song became (and remains to this day) the highest selling chart single of all time.

19. Daniel

Written about a man trying to avoid unwanted attention after returning from the Vietnam War, this soft rock track evokes strong imagery through its lyrics, further helped by Elton’s gentle vocals. As the second single from the singer’s successful sixth studio album