Elton John and Bernie Taupin: Gershwin Prize | Acceptance Speech

Season 2024 Episode 1

About the Episode

In an emotional acceptance speech for the Gershwin Prize, Elton John and Bernie Taupin reflect on their extraordinary journey in music, influenced deeply by American rock and roll, blues, R&B, and more. Both highlight their enduring partnership of over 50 years, emphasizing the magic of their collaboration and the personal transformations they've undergone.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 6m 23s

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Extras

Brandi Carlile | "Skyline Pigeon"

Brandi Carlile performs "Skyline Pigeon" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.

3:44
Joni Mitchell and Friends | "I'm Still Standing"

Joni Mitchell & friends interpret Elton John's "I'm Still Standing" at the Gershwin Prize.

3:24
Elton John and Bernie Taupin | "Your Song"

Elton John performs his timeless classic, "Your Song" at the 2024 LOC Gershwin Prize.

4:01
Maren Morris | "I Guess That's Why They Call it The Blues"

Maren Morris sings "I Guess That's Why They Call it the Blues" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize

4:32
Garth Brooks | "Daniel"

Garth Brooks performs "Daniel" at the 2024 LOC Gershwin Prize for Popular Song concert.

3:57
Billy Porter | "The Bitch is Back"

Billy Porter performs "The Bitch is Back" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize concert.

3:48
Jacob Lusk | "Bennie and the Jets"

Jacob Lusk of the band Gabriels performs "Bennie and the Jets" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.

5:50
Garth Brooks | "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word"

Garth Brooks performs "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.

3:49
Elton John and Bernie Taupin | "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting"

Elton John performs "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.

5:08
Metallica | Funeral for a Friend and Love Lies Bleeding

Metallica plays a powerful rendition of "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding."

8:11