The Rocket Man has "seven new lyrics" from longtime collaborator Bernie Taupin. And "they're really, really good," he says.

Elton John, 78, who in 1992 established what is now the fifth-largest HIV philanthropic funder in the world, told Variety that if the president manages to end AIDS, it would “really be a feather in his cap.”

The musician, who hasn't put out a solo album with just Taupin's lyrics since 2016, said he's excited to return to the studio with Andrew Watt "and just write and see what happens"

Elton John graces the cover of Variety to break down his retirement of touring, new music and raising $650 million for HIV/AIDS research.

Sir Elton John has big plans for 2026. Despite retiring at the end of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in 2023, many fans doubted that would be the last time Sir Elton John played a big show. And they were right, as Elton has taken to the stage a few times since, including his performances this year with his recent album partner Brandi Carlile.

Sir Elton John has announced a one-off gig at one of the world's biggest music festivals, and says he can't wait to prove he and his band are sounding 'as good as we ever have'

The Lost Lands is a major 2025 release for readers who love Wicked, The Wizard of Oz, fantasy storytelling, or richly illustrated graphic novels. With Elton John helping introduce the series — and tying it back to one of the most iconic songs of his career — it adds a meaningful new layer to a world loved by generations.

Elton John and husband David Furnish are the proud parents of two boys, Zachary, born in 2010, and Elijah, born in 2013.