Elton John’s Eurovision Near-Miss: A Look Back at 1969
In 1969, just after Elton John’s debut singles and before his album release, he and Bernie Taupin were striving songwriters for Liberty Records.
They submitted “I Can’t Go On Living Without You” for the UK’s Eurovision entry, but it landed last.
Lulu’s “Boom Bang-a-Bang” won, propelling her to Eurovision victory.
Despite the setback, Elton’s destiny as a performer prevailed over his songwriting aspirations.
“I Can’t Go On Living Without You” resurfaced in various covers over the years.
The Eurovision failure marked a turning point, pushing Elton towards his future stardom, while his songs continued to find life through other artists.
Though Eurovision didn’t launch Elton’s career, it’s a fascinating footnote in the journey of one of music’s greatest icons
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