Philadelphia Freedom (song) - Wikipedia
WEBThe song was written by John and Taupin as a favour to John's friend, tennis star Billie Jean King, who was part of the Philadelphia Freedoms professional tennis team. The song features an orchestral arrangement by Gene Page that includes flutes, horns and strings.
The Meaning Behind The Song: Philadelphia Freedom by Elton John
WEBApr 24, 2024 · Many people believe that “Philadelphia Freedom” was written as a tribute to tennis player Billie Jean King. This is partially true. In 1973, King was part of the Philadelphia Freedoms, a professional tennis team that was part of …
How ‘Philadelphia Freedom’ Bonded Elton John and Billie Jean King
WEBFeb 25, 2020 · Released on Feb. 24 1975, It was actually meant to celebrate the singer-songwriter's friendship with tennis legend Billie Jean King.
Revisiting Elton John's iconic 1975 Dodger Stadium concerts - Los ...
WEBNov 16, 2022 · A friendship with tennis star and equal-rights champion Billie Jean King, struck at an L.A. party in ’73, led to his fourth No. 1 hit, “Philadelphia Freedom,” a tribute of sorts to King’s ...
Billie Jean King Talks About ‘Philadelphia Freedom’ - Elton John
WEBSep 10, 2018 · We spoke with Billie Jean King about the origin of her friendship with Elton, which remains as strong as ever and has resulted in the annual Smash Hits celebrity tennis fundraiser for the Elton John AIDS Foundation, and what is perhaps the only hit single inspired by a tennis icon.
We take a look back down The Yellow Brick Road with Billie Jean King ...
WEBApr 3, 2023 · We take a look back down The Yellow Brick Road with Billie Jean King and late great photographer, Terry O'Neill at Elton John’s iconic Dodger Stadium shows. Good luck at The O2 Elton!
Elton John - Philadelphia Freedom Lyrics & Meanings | SongMeanings
WEBBillie Jean King loved the song. Single copies of "Philadelphia Freedom" carry Elton's dedication to "B.J.K.," as well as to "the soulful sounds of Philadelphia" -- a clear nod to the Gamble-Huff-Bell school of R&B.
Elton John - Philadelphia Freedom Lyrics | Lyrics.com
WEBThe song was written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin as a favour to John's friend, tennis star Billie Jean King. King was part of the Philadelphia Freedoms professional tennis team. The song features an orchestral arrangement by …
Elton John - Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (lyrics) - YouTube
WEBElton John - Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Released October 5, 1973...more. princess leonor during her military training! #princessleonor #leonor_de_borbón #royalfamily.
Elton John's 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' Turns 50: A Track-By …
WEBOct 5, 2023 · Goodbye Yellow Brick Road's opening track begins with wind sounds and eerie trills; it then efflorescences into Robert Wyatt or Tangerine Dream-style synths — the kind of music John wanted to hear at his own funeral.
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