Inside the Actors Studio - Sir Elton John - 2005 Full Episode*

[@stevo68]

Love him or hate him, there's no denying he is one of the greatest musicians we have ever known.

[@malikashiqui]

Why would anyone hate him?

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Some people are born with such talent running through them!

[@stevo68]

@@malikashiqui . Because there are 8 billion people in this world, not all of them are going to be fans.

[@SpaceCattttt]

@@stevo68 But they have to be! It's the LAW.

[@9999bigb]

He's a musical genius freak. He and Paul McCartney are in the same class.

[@michele1491]

His catalog of music is the soundtrack of my life.

[@SoberOKMoments]

Should have had the piano closer ... you gave him a great walking workout! But what a fabulous interview. Thank you (both) for a wonderful time!

[@irmaolivera2737]

I just found this video and my heart has cried and rejoiced, and has laughed at this man's gift of music, his humbleness and his compassion. God Bless you!

[@lindadixon4341]

My hero and don't know how I would live without his music in my life!

[@MzJanuary]

As a huge EJ fan, this interview is like gold to me. It's probably the one of the best EJ interviews I've heard because he shows us just how he creates the songs he composes. Elton is incredibly honest, witty and extremely talented, and what I really love is that he has never failed to give Bernie Taupin his props as a lyricist. They are probably one of the greatest songwriting teams of my lifetime. I was glad he credited soul music as the basis of his work because he really is a soulful person if you listen to his music. It's not just pop music, it's something that touches the very heart of you and he puts his true emotions into it, which is basically the essence of what soul music is. Elton is a living legend, one that we'll never see again. God bless you, Sir Elton.

[@brianbrennivan1605]

Thank you so much for adding this. I have searched for the full episode for YEARS without success until just now.

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

So happy to hear this and glad this gem is out there now!

[@gangstagrandma]

Much respect that he acknowledged Brian Wilson.

[@kymmacdonald4983]

Wow wow wow. Just 100% awesome

[@philippeters9831]

Tumbleweed Connection is so overlooked.

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Such a solid album!

[@danwuollet5649]

Where to now St Peter. Beautiful music and lyrics 🎉

[@mikanmuusikko3841]

Probably my favourite.

[@The_momur]

My favorite. Finally got to see him play live. My first EJ concert was the last one he put on at Dodger Stadium. I stood up and sang Burn Down the Mission like an idiot!

[@wmhhealth2018]

Bernie and Elton have often stated that it is their first great album. Goodbye Yellow Brick Road would have been impossible without tumbleweed connection coming first.

[@amherst88]

What a gift -- *thanks* for posting -- as someone who was a teenager when his music first appeared I can testify to how utterly unique and powerful it was -- now part of the fabric of music history.

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Love to see this! Enjoy and feel free to check out the Unplugged and Me, Myself, and I documentary also on the channel. :)

[@tinaparker170]

Fantastic interview. I love Elton and grew up with his music. May God always bless his soul.

[@earlputnal9124]

One of the pinnacle pianists of all time.

[@Splucked]

The first time I heard Your Song was the Three Dog Night version. Then I heard Elton sing it and I was blown away. I've seen him live (the best concert was July 4, 1976) but for some reason, hearing Your Song just made me cry. God, I miss the 60s & 70s. I am so grateful to have grown up then, with so much great music. Edit: OK. Forget Your Song. Daniel just shredded me.

[@pumagutten]

This was truly magnificent!❤

[@brendakennedy818]

I've been listening to him since I was twelve. Your Song is my favorite, and believe me, with him, it's hard to pick only one as a favorite. My son had this played at his wedding reception for the mother/son dance. As a child he was sung Levon as a lullaby. His first concert we took him to was Elton John, when he was ten. He stood up in his seat and danced to Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting. Need I say more?

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Sounds like quite a love :)

[@brendakennedy818]

Oh, it is.

[@celineworotniak4349]

Fantastic interview Elton John is an amazingly talented artist. He is incredibly inspiring.

[@cynthia1610]

Elton is simply a great piano player first, then a songwriter, and he happens also to have a wonderful singing voice. I absolutely love Elton John more than any other musician. I hear the classical influence in his music , which is what first attracted me to his piano playing. I hope he realizes how great he is and how much people love and admire his vast contribution to the world of music.

[@francopasta3704]

I think he realizes…😏

[@carefulpilgrim]

Oh, Elton, thank you for doing this. We’re so glad the Lord gave you sobriety, and that you added your fight to it. We admire your talent and skills. Thank you for your service to the world.

[@francopasta3704]

Best concert I even attended. Thanksgiving, 1974, Madison Square Garden…surprise guest John Lennon…

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Wow, unforgetable I'm sure! ❤

[@ROSTAFA]

Jealous.

[@orellejackson5089]

Thank you soooooo much for posting this! What a treasure

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

My pleasure! Knew this gem on my computer needed to be out there in the world :)

[@wmhhealth2018]

A quadruple threat. Virtuoso pianist, fantastic song writer, great singing voice and a charming and often hilarious raconteur.

[@dakotahstr]

Nice to watch these shows again! Thank you❤❤❤

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

So glad you enjoyed!

[@JJCLaBellaStars]

Appreciate the video, such a talented queen 🎹👑💋 . Enjoyed the music in this episode, as well as the nostalgic holiday commercials.

[@AnitaNiemeier]

I absolutely enjoyed this tonight. I always love Lipton, but Sir Elton truly impressed me with his graciousness.

[@deborahconkle6822]

Great interview!

[@bumsharvest5493]

I love Elton, just as he is. He's a great guy and has written some mind blowers.

[@rosiejimenez3953]

First time I heard of Elton John, I was a teenager and was watching either the Merv Griffin or Dick Cavit show. Elton was introduced, and he sang Your Song. I remember thinking his music was different and I could understand every word he sang. I will never forget that moment. My younger sister became a huge fan, and a friend of mine who also loved Elton invited her to the concert at Dodger Stadium. I can still remember how excited she was. Those were great times.

[@stevehofer3482]

This is maybe the best Elton John interview I’ve seen.

[@straycat1403]

What a treat! Thank you for posting this. Great interview. Been a fan since 1970. Very autobiographical musically and personally. The only thing missing was that they didn’t talk about this 1984 marriage.

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Interesting and valid observation

[@michaelparker858]

This is such an amazing program focusing on the brilliance of Elton John

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

100% agree!! ❤️

[@anderskihlberg]

Great and very interesting interweiw as always when James Lipton asks good questions. I often come back and look at Actors Studio, this one i've saved to look at more times.❤❤😍😍 What a great artist.

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Glad you enjoyed! James Lipton is great and Sir Elton always has lots to say.

[@jeanluney1362]

I enjoyed this interview very much and was surprised at what a great sense of human Elton John has. It was fun to watch…

[@eileenmaryomalley740]

😭 Your song i cry every time and it was Princess Diana's favorite song such a gift Elton and Bernie thank you ,Your song is Heavenly.

[@BOOMNERD51]

Glad I found this video.

[@lauraberendson4032]

I love the 1 on 1 interview format.So I love these for the actor studio that also cover people who are actors.

[@jackgaltress7790]

Thank you so much to the kindly soul who uploaded this; I am a Elton John and Bernie Taupin fanatic and ive been wanting to watch the whole thing for a long, long time! Id seen odd clips, border song, Daniel, and Honky Cat. However, not seen the whole interview. Thanks again!

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

So glad you enjoyed! Exactly why I posted.

[@Alex-mw9un]

Thank you for this episode. It is the best.

[@АлександрЦайслер-ч5и]

Вся моя жизнь прошла под его музыкальные шедевры. Энергия жизни , сплошное удовольствие и восторг его музыка!

[@martinambjornsson6623]

Oh i've been longing to see this full one again. Many thanks for posting!

[@Casa_de_la_luz]

Loved this! Thanks 🙏

[@alisonanderson962]

He is one of my very favorites. I love him and his music so much. He is pure genius.

[@GordonWishart]

Sir Elton John is Mozart and more. I grew up with him and his music. A gentleman who battled the demons of life and beat it. God bless him and his compassion.

[@GordonWishart]

Thank you Sir.

[@RadaMilisic]

What a joy watching this!! Love you Elton ❤

[@MoominJude]

Have been a fan since 1970, seen him live twice. He's always been there, hope he's around for a long time yet.

[@Soulboy63]

Big fan from the early ( best) days .. His interviews are always so honest

[@cathybrown8334]

I was lucky enough to Sir Elton in concert twice.

[@lorieboutwell3216]

I didn't realize how great an album goodbye yellow brick road was his music resonants with me what a brilliant artist

[@BONA7902]

I was tearing up too.

[@The_momur]

17/11/70. Greatest concert album ever.

[@raymondoakford8357]

Have you heard every concert album ever? I doubt that.

[@SpaceCattttt]

@@raymondoakford8357 I actually have heard every concert album ever. But now I've forgotten half of them, so I have to start over...

[@raymondoakford8357]

@@SpaceCattttt okay I’ll wait!

[@BrianKruger]

Absolutely!

[@wagnercabrerisso5986]

*_A remastered person and born to win, Sir Elton John still standing after all this time. He's been the soundtrack of my entire life since early years and l'll love him and his music til'the end of times ! By the way, great Interview ! 🤗💓🇧🇷👊🙏_*

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Truly a talented artist that has spanned many decades! ❤️

[@JLKeener77]

It’s a lovely treat to hear Elton John alone with his acoustic piano and no band in a small venue like this. Best versions of “Your Song” and “Daniel” I’ve ever heard.

[@ZATennisFan]

One of the truly great artists of modern pop music....

[@richardrojas6306]

A true Master of Music. Thank you Sir Elton John

[@hellod495]

I love and respect you so much ❤️

[@mickeyfinnegan7469]

I always liked the emotional strings in LEVON

[@oldman6487]

The strength he put out even despite his run with paulbonerism and will be performing for years to come

[@susanheinz5804]

I ❤ Sir Elton! He can write songs in 15 minutes? And impromptu from a student’s book? OMG!😳🤩😍 I listened with my mouth agape in awe!😲 I wish I could’ve seen him & Billy Joel perform together on that tour! It was sold out in minutes. There are a finite # of piano keys but he keeps pulling more music from them. He’s definitely a flat writer which is why I couldn’t play most of his sheet music. I’m still discovering some of his songs, like There’s Something In The Way You Look Tonight from ‘97. And a remake of Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word with a boy band called Blue. How lucky for them! Idk how he still had the stamina and voice to do 3 hour concerts and no sheet music! Damn! Even now that he’s done touring and spending more time with family, he still wants to find another boy band in England! I didn’t know he had throat surgery. I just that his voice was deeper from age, which does happen. That caused a lot of rewrites in different keys.

[@Hannes667]

Wonderful! Thank you for posting. A real treasure

[@markcollins457]

In my young mind in the early 70's Elton John set the tone i was striving for. Never gets old.

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Great way to express the feeling.

[@trumsolon]

Love the performance of Daniel here, so emotional paired with the request and story

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

❤️😢

[@MitchellGreen-kc2co]

Incredible!!!!!

[@KennyEvansUK]

2 hours of utter brilliance.

[@elizabethpowers7540]

Elton - I'm pretty sure you practiced enough. I was fortunate enough to see him in a one man show - just him, no band - and he really was Captain Fantastic. Absolutely loved that show, really wish I could have seen him again before he retired. If the Peer Gynt thing doesn't prove to you that Elton is a genius, I don't think any evidence could convince you of anything.

[@lauraberendson4032]

That was incredible how he took some sentences out of a book from ibsen and instantly composed music to go with it that actually seemed to fit and was good!

[@TommyDimopoulos]

A gifted musical genius.

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Truly!

[@lauraberendson4032]

That was A. Wonderful demo, he did to show the difference between the root cord and the fifth and it really made it sound like an organ and it makes me as someone listening to music. Understand better what I'm listening to and what I'll be looking for and how dramatic a difference it was. And I really enjoy that kind of teaching and talking and just love. What he did as opposed to oh in this year.I wrote this and got this award and whatever. And I'd like to know how long does it take Bernie to write the words and does Elton John ever change the words and does he ever ask him what they mean because, once someone asked him that he said no he didn't ask, but how can you write the music If you don't know what the words mean or does he always have a meaning himself for the word. I don't understand a lot of the words. What the meaning is and I like how he picked out the refrain.The repeating part that wasn't there, so that was also very interesting.I'm never gonna be a writer but it just makes me appreciate the song's more and now i'm really listening and looking. Bravo to elton john.

[@CaribSurfKing1]

The last few minutes shows what he is. It’s all natural. Instant recall of musical chord sequences and melody off the cuff and unique. His brain is wires this way and for him, it’s not work or hard, it’s the same as talking

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

Agreed, just a true born talent! Some people just have it!

[@markburchfield-gx6uw]

Elton. John. Rock. God

[@70schick36]

I’m with you, Sir Elton. I could play piano but not well enough. But choir singing was my forte (ah….there it is). Put me in a choir and I’m happy as can be. Even to this day at 62 years of age.

[@enta2]

I didn't expect that at the end. I guess Elton wrote a song in every interview 🤣❤

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

😂 That could be a whole other unreleased album!!

[@cor-z8m]

Gifted.

[@cindyrussell1581]

Excellent show! Elton John rocks.

[@SamsungAS-qs8si]

He is great.

[@DeniseLaFranceCDNpainter]

Love Elton❤

[@Sandra-d3g]

I kept crying

[@annawilliams5533]

Alot of good memories

[@ordiekelleher2641]

Love love love Elton. And Burney. Lion King!😊

[@caramanico1]

I always refer to Elton as "my first musical love" because - on his birthday in 1975 - I was the correct caller to whatever rock station in DC, and was given my choice of his albums. I requested Greatest Hits, played it for a buddy (Innocent LIttle Davey Howie, lol) and we both became Elton addicts. Going forward, we bought different albums from his back catalog so we could share so both of us had access to all of his released material. Elton lifted me out of listening to adolescent marketed crapola like The Partridge Family. Oh, those magical days...

[@martincaz7772]

38:15 On top of all he's so damn funny!!

[@ahmedalsaaidi3714]

Elton john & bernie taupin both, made music history.

[@LudiCrust.]

I can tell this was originally broadcast in 2007 or possibly 2008 because of the commercials in it. The Beyoncé Armani Diamonds perfume ad was run in 07 & 08.

[@TerryTutor-cv3hh]

A generation that has zero originality....Didn't Elizabeth Taylor have a perfume baring her name called Diamonds? Yes, she did....

[@raymondoakford8357]

As he said his dream came true when he played with (as he said) the greatest voice in twentieth century music Ray Charles on the great man’s very last recording.

[@cdnsilverdaddy]

he is a genious

[@PamelaGeorgous]

Are you kidding me Loooooveve Elton John ❤ is Everything ❤ married to a Canad😂 great questioning 👍 protégé Brilliant i can sing almost everyword of everyone of your songs! Age 11 Wow sooo lucky you had the opportunity to live out your dreams! ❤

[@RobbCorless]

Genius...

[@sandraturk241]

You know, if this whole performing thing doesn't work out for him, he'd be really good at running workshops on composition ;)

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

I think you’re on to something 🤣

[@lauraberendson4032]

How kind of him to play the song for the student in honor of the person he knew who had passed away and it sounded like a music box

[@dragonvoiceinterview6038]

Elton John ,,,is such a good person

[@leticiasantana4244]

Thank you for posting this gem Do you have more videos from inside the actors studio?

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

I don't believe so but I will definitely post if I come across anymore. Cleaning out old computers, fun the stuff you find :)

[@ZATennisFan]

If you asked me for my favorite Elton track it would probably be Nikita or "Candle in the Wind* but the version for Diana. He has payed her the ultimate honor by never playing it live again. It's too tied to that one moment in time. To perform it again would cheapen that moment.

[@Scott.Langdon.Music.]

the legend

[@chrisb4331]

The Daniel part made me 😢

[@JohnDB61]

Looks like the original ads from the program in 2005...check out the crazy flip phones 😅

[@michele1491]

I was laughing about the ads

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

😂 I’m surprised the Housewives have been around that long.

[@beverlydust5381]

Why have Elton John keep getting up and going to the piano just let him sit there and play and talk about how he writes his music 🎶, Brilliant writer and performer .Legendary writer of music .

[@ptownscribe1254]

Exactly! ... And 30 minutes on "Your Song" is about 20 minutes too much.

[@alexgoldsmith-ch6yk]

Can you add some more advertisements, this was a good interview, but all of the ads lost me........

[@lipranditoys]

This voice is irreplaceable

[@lauraberendson4032]

luv elton and billy joel

[@helienedasilva9669]

👏✨️👏✨️👏✨️

[@zmznzbzvzmznzb]

Reggie thinking, "Ah James would just F**k off, I've just sat down!"

[@janicetilley5540]

I agree. Lipton should have just gone over to the piano and done the interview there.

[@Casinosconcertscruisescuisine]

😂