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Elton John - Elton John Inspired To Succeed By Uncaring Dad

Sir Elton John says being angry about his father inspired him to become a musician.The openly homosexual pop star wishes his father, Stanley, had been "more loving", but believes his negative feelings towards him gave him the drive to pursue his song writing career.Elton - born Reginald Dwight - told the Daily Mirror newspaper "I blamed...

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12:16 on February 3 2011

Elton John - Elton John Inspired To Succeed By Uncaring Dad

ContactMusic — Sir Elton John says being angry about his father inspired him to become a musician.The openly homosexual pop star wishes his father, Stanley, had been "more loving", but ... more info
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11:56 on February 3 2011

Sir Elton John said family difficulties led him to music

Unreality Music — Sir Elton John says being angry about his father inspired him to become a musician. The openly homosexual pop st... more info
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