Composer

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Elton John

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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5:49

"Goodbye England's Rose," also known as "Candle in the Wind," is a song composed by Elton John in honor of Princess Diana, who died in a car accident on August 31, 1997. The song was first performed at Diana's funeral on September 6, 1997, at Westminster Abbey in London. The song has two versions, the original "Candle in the Wind" which was written in 1973 as a tribute to Marilyn Monroe, and the revised version "Goodbye England's Rose" which was rewritten by Bernie Taupin to honor Princess Diana. The revised version was released as a single in 1997 and became the fastest-selling single in UK history, selling over 33 million copies worldwide. The song has a slow, mournful melody with a simple piano accompaniment. The lyrics are a tribute to Princess Diana, describing her as a "candle in the wind" who was taken too soon. The song speaks of her beauty, her kindness, and her impact on the world, and expresses the sadness and loss felt by those who loved her. The song has three verses and a chorus, with a bridge section in the middle. The first verse describes Diana's beauty and grace, while the second verse speaks of her compassion and her work for charity. The third verse is a reflection on her life and legacy, and the chorus repeats the phrase "Goodbye England's rose" as a farewell to Diana. The song is characterized by its emotional intensity and its ability to capture the feelings of grief and loss that were felt by people all over the world after Diana's death. It has become an iconic tribute to Princess Diana and is often played at memorial services and other events in her honor.

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