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Sleeping with the Past is the twenty-second studio album by English musician Elton John, released on 29 August 1989. It is his best-selling album in Denmark (where it was recorded) and is dedicated to his longtime writing partner Bernie Taupin.
★ Bernie was thinking of Sam & Dave in the lyric-writing while Elton evoked Marvin Gaye in the music, although he later described it as “JJ Cale meets Canned Heat” and identified it as one of his favourite tracks on the album.
Aug 29, 2023 · Elton and Bernie would together say in the album credits that Sleeping With The Past was inspired by “the soul pioneers of the 60s and 70s, whose music meant so much to us.”
Aug 29, 2015 · In the midst of all these creative triumphs and personal struggles, he and his longtime creative partner, Bernie Taupin, reconvened in late 1988 to write and record what would become his 22nd...
The title track from Elton John’s 22nd studio album, “Sleeping With the Past” captures the emotion and turmoil that often accompanies a failed relationship. Written by Bernie Taupin and Elton John, this song explores the lasting effects of clinging onto the past and the importance of moving on.
Nov 9, 2023 · Sleeping With The Past. Elton’s 23rd studio album, dedicated to his long-time songwriting partner Bernie Taupin, was a great success, especially in the UK where it spent five weeks at #1. It featured his first solo track, Sacrifice, to reach #1 in the UK.
Oct 20, 2017 · Elton dedicated Sleeping With The Past, his 23rd studio album, to Bernie Taupin. The lyricist joined Elton on the album tour and accompanying promotional appearances, which he had not done since the 1970s, saying it was his favourite Elton album to date.
