Elton John reflects on challenges from his music career

Sir Elton John recently shared that music "nearly killed" him, while reflecting on his long career. The 77-year-old artist discussed his love for music and the struggles he faced due to fame. He admitted that his addiction to drugs and alcohol almost ended his life. However, he found sobriety in 1990 and feels better now than ever. Next month, Sir Elton will release a collaboration album with singer Brandi Carlile. The album is titled "Who Believes In Angels?" and will come out on April 4. It features the Oscar-nominated song "Never Too Late," inspired by Sir Elton's documentary. He praised Carlile, saying he admires her creatively and sees her potential as an artist. In an interview, Sir Elton also warned young musicians against talent shows like The X Factor. He believes these shows can be harmful because they rush artists into fame without live performance experience. Instead, he encourages aspiring artists to play in small venues like pubs to gain experience and confidence. He stressed the importance of building resilience in the music industry through live performances.