50 Years Ago: Beloved Rock Star Elton John Scored His Sixth No. 1 With an Unexpected Duet

On 1976, Elton John finally scored his first overseas No. 1 single with "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" alongside Kiki Dee. It ...

Elton John's 'Don't Go Breaking My Heart' Hits No. 1 50 Years Ago

On July 24, 1976, “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” reached the top spot on the U.K. Singles Chart, marking John’s first No. 1 at home. It went on to hit No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 just two weeks ...
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Elton John and Kiki Dee Celebrate 50th-Year of Chart-Topping Duet with Rare Wembley Performance

On Friday, July 24, 2026, a hidden gem slipped into the public eye when the Rocket fan club posted a previously unseen ...

Elton John's 'Don't Go Breaking My Heart': How a Duet with Kiki Dee Became a No. 1 Hit

Elton John made his chart debut in 1976 alongside another musical icon.
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Remembering When Elton John Released the First in a Streak of US No. 1 Albums in 1972

Elton John wanted the commercial success of the biggest rock stars. The 1972 album 'Honky Chateau' set him on that path.