Elton John says his new collaboration with Stevie Wonder is 'one of the best records I’ve ever made'

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30 Sep 2021, 14:50

If you're still sad about the fact that Sir Elton John has had to postpone his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, then this should cheer you up. The Rocket Man has teamed up with the legendary Stevie Wonder for a new single!

The two chums, who have known each other for five decades, have collaborated on the new track, Finish Line, which has been lifted from Elton’s upcoming album, The Lockdown Sessions LP. They have previously teamed up in 1985, for a cover of That's What Friends Are For with Dionne Warwick and Gladys Knight.

“I couldn’t be more proud of Finish Line,” Elton said in a statement. “I’d go as far as to say it’s one of the best records I’ve ever made.”

The statement continued: “Stevie’s voice is as good as I can ever remember hearing him – he sounds like a 17-year-old again, he’s singing with a sheer joy and exuberance in his vocals.

“I’ve always loved collaborating with Stevie, and I’m delighted that after 50 years of friendship we finally get to do a full blown duet. He has always been so kind and sweet to me, and his talent is beyond ridiculous. When you listen to what he does vocally and instrumentally on Finish Line you think, this is a true genius here.”

The love that Elton is giving his pal is certainly reciprocated. Stevie said: “It is both a joy and honour to sing, play piano and harmonica for Elton! He has truly been one of the great spirits of music, life, friendship and love, who I’ve met on this life journey! True artistry and music like love equals a forever commitment lasting many lifetimes.”

He added: “And Elton, anyone who hears your voice singing ‘Finish Line’ will hear and feel your wisdom, your pain, your soul, your love, but also your resilience….. I love it!! Congratulations to you and our forever and never, never-ending music, friendship, life-song! Long live Sir Elton John!!!”

The song will appear on The Lockdown Sessions, which has been recorded over the last 18 months and is set to land on October 22nd. The LP also features collaborations with Brandi Carlile, Charlie Puth, Dua Lipa, Eddie Vedder, Gorillaz, Lil Nas X, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, Rina Sawayama, SG Lewis, Stevie Nicks, and Young Thug.