Candle in the Wind 1997

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"Candle in the Wind 1997", also known as "Goodbye England's Rose" and "Candle in the Wind '97", is a song by British musician Elton John and lyricist Bernie Taupin, performed by John. A new version of John's 1973 song "Candle in the Wind", it was produced by George Martin and released on 13 September 1997 as a tribute to Diana, Princess of Wales, who died in a car crash two weeks prior. Global proceeds went towards Diana's charities. In many countries, it was pressed as a double A-side with "Something About the Way You Look Tonight". The original "Candle in the Wind", also written by Taupin, was a tribute to Marilyn Monroe. John and Taupin adapted the lyrics to suit the circumstances of Diana's life and death at 36 like Monroe. The opening lines, "Goodbye Norma Jean / though I never knew you at all", were adapted to "Goodbye England's rose / May you ever grow in our hearts". "Candle in the Wind 1997" entered at number one on the UK singles chart after only one day of sales, giving John...

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