The Lion King may not have been the first movie to feature songs written by Elton John (that honor belongs to 1971’s Friends), but it’s certainly his most memorable … and most successful. Three of the songs earned Oscar nominations, in a race ultimately won by Can You Feel the Love Tonight, which also became John’s 18th Top 5 single. And, a few years ago, John was invited back when Disney made a live-action remake of the film. At the time the remake was released, John reflected upon the success of the original film and why he thought it was such a special project. (Click on the media bar below to hear Elton John)
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The Lion King may not have been the first movie to feature songs written by Elton John (that honor belongs to 1971’s Friends), but it’s certainly his most memorable … and most successful. Three of the songs earned Oscar nominations, in a race ultimately won by Can You Feel the Love Tonight, which also became John’s 18th Top 5 single. And, a few years ago, John was invited back when Disney made a live-action remake of the film. At the time the remake was released, John reflected upon the success of the original film and why he thought it was such a special project. (Click on the media bar below to hear Elton John)
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