of Wales. Released in September 1997, the song peaked at No. 1 in the United Kingdom, becoming John's fourth No. 1 single. It also peaked at No. 1 in several other countries. This version was produced by George Martin. Guinness World Records lists this version as the second-best selling single in the world, with 33 million copies sold and as the highest-selling single since charts began in the 1950s. 2003 acoustic remix Using the same vocal take as the original 1973 recording, engineer Greg Penny stripped away all instrumentation except Davey Johnstone's acoustic guitar. Even the double-tracking of the lead vocal was removed, leaving Elton and the original backing vocal arrangement of Dee Murray, Nigel Olsson and Davey Johnstone. The remix first appeared as a bonus track on the 30th Anniversary edition of Goodbye Yellow Brick Road and subsequently on the 2003 EP Remixed''. Live performances From its release until in 1984, John heavily performed this song with his band. On 1985 onwards, John played it solo mostly at the encore of his concerts and he rarely played this song with the band since then. References 1974 singles 1987 singles Elton John songs Songs with music by Elton John Songs with lyrics by Bernie Taupin Songs about fame Songs about Marilyn Monroe 1970s ballads Song recordings produced by Gus Dudgeon 1973 songs DJM Records singles MCA Records singles Pop ballads