Billboard Books 2004. 538 sidor 15x23cm, s/v ill., diskografi, hft.
Utgivarens beskrivning:
A biography by an Elton John fan for Elton John fans,His Song focuses on one of popular musics most talented, successful, and enduring artists and his immense body of songs in illuminating detail, revealing the full stories behind Johns much-beloved recordings.
In addition to emphasizing Elton Johns music, the book chronicles his concert tours, induding his 1979 tour of the Soviet Union and those with fellow piano superstar Billy Joel; divulges how he grew from a meek, unassuming man into a personality powerhouse and major superstar; and presents the untold story behind his flamboyant costumes and why he wore them.
Also examined are the ebbs and flows of Johns career, induding the real reason for his post-1976 commercial downturn and his difficult business relationship with David Geffen; his coming out,first as a bisexual and finally as a gay man; his addictions to drugs, alcohol, bulimia, and sex; and the true story of his performance at Princess Dianas funeral and his rewriting of Candle in the Wind, which went on to become the biggest-selling single in music history.
Supplementçd by more than 40 photos and a comprehensive discography, His Son,g is essential reading for any fan of Elton John and his celebrated career.