How Taron Egerton Learned To Sing And Perform Like Elton John In 'Rocketman' | Movies Insider
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- The new Elton John biopic “Rocketman” tells the amazing story of the life and career of the legendary British musician. In the movie, directed by Dexter Fletcher, Elton John is portrayed by Taron Egerton. From how to sing to how to play piano to how to move around on stage, there was a lot Egerton had to get right. We spoke with Michael L. Roberts, the movie’s pianist and vocal coach, about how he helped Egerton train for the role. Through weeks of rigorous training, Egerton was able to nail performances of such classic songs as “Rocket Man” and “Crocodile Rock.”
Correction: We pronounce Taron Egerton's name EGG-erton, when it's EDGE-erton.
Thanks to Michael L. Roberts for speaking with us!
Check out more of his work here: www.michaellroberts360.com/
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dont make another one if u dont know the pronunciation of there names 😂😂😂
I don't care if you make an entire video about paint drying, as long as you promise not to ever use this incompetent narrator again.
WHAT'S WITH THE ANNOYING MUSIC COMPETING WITH THE VOICE OVER FOR OUR ATTENTION?
Rockstar?
@@archsixx2845 YES!!! ROCKSTAR!!!
I`m still pissed off he didnt get an Oscar nomination.
YAAAASSSSS 100%!! Bohemian Rhapsody got an oscar for best actor and he didn't even sing the songs himself!! RIP!! OFF!!
itcneves i’m
@@aluccxxs7621 Rami didn't sing in Bohemian Rhapsody though. In Rocketman Taron did ALL the singing and ALL the acting. I understand that Rami did very well, and both movies are great. But I think her point is, with the amount of effort and how much Taron had to learn for example piano, I think her point is he deserves an Oscar.
Ya
Cheryl Thorne actually he did sing parts and a Freddie impersonator sang something parts. He won because he was very similar to Freddie in his looks and movements.
2016: Sang Elton John
2017: Saved Elton John
2019: Is Elton John
Sebastian Harley for his audition for his acting school he had to sing Your Song
2022: Adopts Elton John
I don’t get this
I see this comment on every Elton John video
Explain pls?
peterpumpkineater69 _ Taron Egerton sang in an animated film called sing where he sang I’m Still Standing, then he played in a film called Kingsman The Golden Circle where Elton was held hostage and he saved him
And now He’s playing Elton John
Justin Belmonte 2030: Fuses with Elton John
I wanted every pair of glasses in that movie
Same!
I want the jacket when He sings “Tiny dancer”
keep wanting
I want the denim jacket with patches from when he sang “Tiny Dancer”, but I would take the glasses too 😂. I love that jacket so much I’m trying to find a denim jacket that looks just like it then buy the patches separately so I can make it myself 😂
Aw yeah me too!!!!
Taron was 100% snubbed at the Oscars. Not even a nomination for a performance that deserves to win the Best Actor award.
Elton is a prodigy artist and legend. But Taron did an amazing and hard preparation for this role, he captured the essence of Elton in his performance. This a breakout role for Taron, his range in this movie is wide and impressive. Hats off to Taron.
Laura Ve breakout roll ? 😂
Considering all the elements, he’s setting a truly high bar for the best actor oscar next year.
My mans been established for years this isn’t a breakout role
Lol it was NOT a breakout role
Taron's jaw could cut through glass
GoddessGothicLolita it could cut through bedrock in minecraft.
Sweet Tea you had to bring up Minecraft huh
theroach 24k yep
@@sweettea735 my world is ruined
JIKOOK griefers be likeeee
1) movie was absolutely amazing
2) I loved tarons portrayal of Elton
3) please pronounce his last name correctly: edge-er-ton
lar ljd I wrote it how you pronounce it not how it’s spelt he said it was pronounced edge-er-Ton not egg-er-ton
lar ljd 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 when you read a word in the dictionary they show the words prononciation but not words spelling itself dumbass if u dont get me u dumb read a dictionary!!!! 😂😂
I guess he did so because of eggsy? Idk
@@daylacro9733 ?
@lar ksjsk nah bro it’s a j sound
Taron was destined to play Elton ever since he covered his song "Im still standing" in "Sing" from 2016
Apparently he did a thing in high school as well ... or so i heard in these comments
I'm in love with everything he wears in that movie
No
I know, I really need that jean jacket with all the patches
@kaiti mood lmao
@Adam Efimoff go away dude
It's all a bit loud for my taste. Call me boring but I'm more of a fan of The Kingsmen 'uniform'. Which isn't too different from the attire of Bond or Wick as it happens. What I find most impressive is how much these guys do in clothing that I find only suitable for standing upright and walking at a casual pace. Any other form of movement makes me wish I was wearing anything else (well not literally, as I don't think I have the personality for Elton's style, and I'm not sure I'd feel comfortable with the attention his clothing would attract). I'm more a disappear-in-a-crowd kinda guy. I'd make a terrible popstar. Or I'd look as dull as Brian Ferry!
y’all did all this research but couldn’t pronounce his name right
😂😂 lol Yes
I was your 666th like lol
does it really matter?
like first grammar nazis now pronunciation nazis
Also, "Elton" has a T in it.
@Mikael P. still, i think its rude just to tell that to someone who did a lot of research..
Taron absolutely nailed that role.
The movie was amazing
Taron is so bloody fantastic in this movie! I've always liked Elton's music, but Taron brought a special kind of passion to it that I've rarely seen an actor do. He went above and beyond to record every song with his own spin on them, completely nailed them all, and proved that he has incredible range as an actor. This dude is going places. I really hope the academy doesn't ignore this one
Ay_dree_n I loved Taron’s versions so much. Especially I’m still standing. It made me appreciate that song in a whole new light.
@@Sassyglbeauty same here! I have a whole new appreciation for Elton now. Every song means a little bit more than it did
Totally agree. Taron's quite a talent. Like most I really enjoyed his work in the first Kingsmen movie, but I wasn't sure he'd turn out to be such a versatile and talented actor/performer. Let's hope he steers clear of Robin Hood-quality films in future and puts his abilities to good use. It would be odd to see the star of this years musical biopic win, after last year. But it's not unimaginable. He has the talent (not that Hollywood's particularly about that!), and the Academy does love a true story, and drama with a hint of redemption. And Taron is white, so that's in his favour (I'm joking, I think the actor, from what I've seen, appears deserving and a good fit for the award).
@@Sassyglbeauty if they do, that will just further prove that the academy is absolutely bonkers at defining what is good in the entertainment industry
This movie got ripped off at the Oscar's!! Bohemian Rhapsody took home best actor and he didn't even sing the songs himself!! Taron was outstanding and he deserves the recognition!!! Rocket Man was AMAZING!!
Egerton already sang an Elton John song in Sing and he did amazing
BorezU that’s why they picked him.
He sang that song in sing so well
and they acted together in Kingsmen 2 !!!
O m g it was him?!
Wait, THAT WAS HIM?
The part when Taron was a walking mess and in a few sweeping seconds pulls it together to come out onstage at Dodger Stadium swinging a bat gave me goosebumps. At the time of the concert I spent way too much time just looking at the stills. This, though, brought that moment to life. Taron's a genius.
The floating through existence is such a chilling interpretation and is honestly the most accurate way to portray that pain.
It sent chills, for sure.
My God, this movie was incredible. I enjoyed every moment, and I have not done that in *years.*
It brings a whole new pain and meaning to every song.
He acted with Elton
He sang Elton
Now he became Elton
...he packed fudge with Elton in Cocketman!
He did not get enough credit for his amazing performance. He was just brilliant. I have no words to explain how impressed I was with this movie and how awesome he was. I highly recommend this movie. It's one of my all time favorites!!
He won a Golden Globe for Best Actor, isn't that more than enough credit?
I completely agree! Not even an Oscar nomination?! Criminal!
Taron Edgerton is one of the best looking men alive
really?
No
False
Yeah maybe if it was the year 1756
Google Chris Hemsworth, and then Armie Hammer. Thank me later😅.
Weird thing is Taron met Elton in kingsman: the golden circle...and Taron ACT as Elton...wtf is that coincidence..????
Nura 5 it’s not. That’s the first time they met and really talked about the movie but Elton had been looking into getting Taron since Taron sang “I’m Still Standing” in Sing. I mean the producer from Kingsmen also produced Rocketman
J1ntu oooooooooh I felt it wasn’t a first time but that’s interesting man
He also sang the song I'm still standing in the movie "sing"
@@J1ntu Taron also sand "Your Song" as an audition for the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art years ago. It's like a destined connection.
According to an interview, Elton and his partner met Taron on Kingsman and instantly took a shine to him and became friends, and so it makes sense he ended up playing Elton in a movie.
The one about the singing voice is incorrect. Elton told Taron "don't copy me", and that he should find his own style of singing. Like a tribute
One of the best films I've ever seen, a definite must see.
Gareth Helliwell true
How about bohemian rhapsody bro?
Gareth Helliwell I loved it.
DEAN LUNATIC AMBROSE i love queen but borhap sucked ass
STAR_ LORD
No where near as good *bRo*
*god* i love taron’s singing voice so much
GOD...
ARE YOU SERIOUS?
You did a research on the songs, accent and stuff but couldn't check how to pronounce the leading actor's name?
The clown that does the voice over for this video should be shot TAKE HIS EDITING SOFTWARE AWAY FROM HIM PLEASE!!!!!
The irony!
Cut him some slack. If you hadn't noticed!!!, he has an accent!!!
I went to see the film twice and for sure will buy it, it's so bloody brilliant in every way. Taron (who's just next-level), Jamie and Richard all had this unbelievable talent and chemistry, everything felt genuine and effortless. The whole production was unreal. I wish for many Oscars.
If Taron continues to put on such passionate Performances in his movies, he could definitely become one of Hollywood's biggest stars in the years to come. I could even imagine him to be a future oscar winner if his acting performances continue to impress.
He’s truly an amazing and under appreciated actor. This movie made me appreciate his talent
*A must watch film.*
At Indonesia this movie is not showing
@@mrfahrenheit8138 get a VPN
Taron Egerton: Learned playing the piano for a few months
Me: Learned playing the piano after 5 years
Taron deserves an Oscar 🎉🎉🎉🎉
I was a big Elton fan since the 70's and this was an absolutely fabulous tribute to him!!! I have watched it numerous times and find something new every time I watch it!
Cringed so hard every time he said EGGER-ton 😱
And "ELT'n" instead of "El-Tin".
Jules Taron probably does because it’s...his name. Lol
Nicosaurus Rex he’s welsh and so am I his name is pronounced edge-er-ton
I thought I had been getting his name wrong the whole time
Okay boomer
This is truly one of my all-time favorite movies. Taron Egerton rocked my world and really reminded me how much I love Elton John!
The narrator has a really condescending tone. I feel attacked
Well go get a note from your Daddy...
I mean... that work & passion behind this movie is unbelievable!
every time he said Egerton i died a little inside LOL !!!!!
I agree. It's so sad
I guess I'm still standing in sing was his audition.
He got the role,pre-audition..
give taron all the awards already damn
When your Kingsman agency doesn't pay enough money so you move to musical field
Before : Bohemian Rhapsody
Now : Rocketman
Next : Piano Man
WE NEED A BILLY JOEL BIOPIC ,
Who’s with me ?
U realize there has been many other biopics before BoRhap
Guitar Master1383 YES
If we're to ignore past biopics of musicians and say, stick with the theme of English 70/80s musicians, I'd say David Bowie has to be next. And if they ever decide to do The Rolling Stones, with the CGI de-aging tech available now they could have Jagger play himself! He's done acting of some sort in the past if I remember correctly.
@@quantumjet253 yeah there is actually a David Bowie one coming out, it's called stardust!
@@emmafichter8744 Interesting. Just looked it up and it appears to be going a slightly different route than that of the Elton John and Freddie Mercury films. It's going to centre on a very specific time-frame within Bowie's career, and (for me at least) the time around his best music. I've actually seen a documentary that covers this period when he first arrived to tour America; if you're interested I'd highly recommend checking it out, dunno it's name, sorry, but it's a fascinating insight into Bowie, the man behind the performer.
I've not heard of the lead actor for Stardust but interestingly he does have a musical background. But you've got to wonder how this will compare to Rocket Man and Bohemian Rhapsody! Let's hope it's lives up to those and proves to be another interesting journey into one of music's biggest and most influencial stars! Makes you wonder if Pop/Rock star biopics will end up rivalling the Marvel Cinematic Universe in sheer number and popularity!? Yeah, maybe not, although a team-up movie (admittedly a complete work of fiction) with David, Freddie and Elton, and whoever else joins this movie-universe, in a super group battling stars of Death Metal or Country would be... erm... maybe not!
Anyway, thanks for the heads up. I'm very curious to see how Stardust turns out.
Taron was born to play Elton John.
bohemian rhapsody, rocketman. they neeed to do a beatles one next
@Food Curls yeah i am aware tho that yesterday the movie is coming out but its not realy like bohemian or rocketman
Yea they should do the beatles I know they already made some but I need moreeee
Your wish is my command
Fleetwood Mac/Stevie Nicks need one too!! But Stevie refuses to let anyone make a movie about her.
There is actually one of their early years called Nowhere Boy
*Others:* Hey you pronounced his name wrong .-.
*Me:* Heyy look it's Eggsy from Kingsman 😆
Ryuki Amata he’s also Johnny the Gorilla from Sing
It was an incredible film. Just incredible. Egerton was absolutely brilliant.
Taron probably talked to Elton while filming Golden Circle, that's why Taron nailed that performance perfectly
the automatic subtitle has trouble with the name Taron :
Tarin
Taryn
Taran
Aron
Starin
Taren
I like this movie more than bohemian rhapsody... because this was more true and show the real struggle with drugs and sex, and in queen movie it makes him so heterolikeable.
It also made Freddie look horrible in my opinion. They made it seem like he was the only one in queen starting drama and causing problems
Gray Wolf That’s very true. It villanized him. Rocketman was overall a better movie if you don’t take into account that it’s about someone. Bohemian Rhapsody was all over the place badly put together. Even though I’m more of a Queen fan, I know rocketman is better. Even though Rami is a great actor. He impersonated Freddie. Taron performed.
yes this is braver and more adventurous
bluetorcher01 - I liked them both for different reasons. Both films strengthened my love for both artists. Both films moved me. It must be very difficult to decide exactly how to make a biopic that’s both balanced and realistic. Life is just not like the movies. I think both films did pretty darn well. I can’t decide which one I like better, because I love them both for different reasons. I suppose I might say that Rocketman is one I’ll watch more often than Rhapsody....but I still adore that film.
H R - I do agree here. I think Rami was more of an impersonation...but wow did he dedicate himself to that role. I would hate to be the actor burdened with bringing someone as iconic as Freddie to life on the big screen. That’s a lot of pressure.
Taron was magnificent! He should AT LEAST have been nominated for an Oscar in acting!
I just saw it and honestly I don't care if every part was perfectly accurate, elton was the executive producer and fully approves of it and it was a MAGICAL experience in the theater
He sang Elton
He saved Elton
He is playing Elton
That last one should say "He IS Elton."
It even says it in the tagline on the poster lol. Jokes aside, he was extremely believable in this role. I was almost convinced more than once that Elton was on screen. Couldn't believe how good he was at first
He didn't save Elton. Elton worked through his demons & is doing fine. By the way, he's the biggest-selling solo artist alive.
@@nonnamadonna i think he's talking about the kingsman movie even though elton in that movie kinda saved himself lol
Apart from Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Director, Best Sound Editing, Best Costume, Best Production Design, this film will struggle at the Oscars. The purists might quibble at Best Documentary :)
Taron just can do everything
Taron Egerton hast such a clear beautiful voice and his performances been so accurate, incredible! Love listening to Your Song
This is how BoRhap should have been done. Fantastic biopic.
Sorry but there is no one who can sing like Freddie except Marc Martel and Marc's acting is just unsatisfying where Rami is a hardcore actor for Freddie but definitely he can't sing like Freddie and rocketman is easy to sing than bohemian Rhapsody darling
@@Aniisananime I'm not saying that elton is better than freddie. I'm talking about the movie itself, while rocketman (the movie) was thoroughly made, bohemian rhapsody (the movie) was a bit underwhelming. Sure bohemian rhapsody (the movie) has far better actors, but the writers completely shat on freddie's true story by adding historically inaccurate senarios in order to have the most cliche'd, cookie cutter story. Again I am just simply implying that BoRhap should have been more accurate because if it did, BoRhap would be miles better than rocketman.
@@ferdinand9555 yeah agreed bohemian Rhapsody movie is a bit messed up with story, one reason is that the director was changed between the shooting, rocket man movie is actually better
Btw I like how Taron acts as well as sings perfectly, 'a strong talent for an actor'
@@Aniisananime man imagine if they would've made it properly, it would have probably been regarded as one of the greats.
I'm literally floored because I thought Taron was lip-syncing. I had no idea he recorded all those songs and imitated Elton so perfectly. If he isn't nominated for Best Actor, the Academy has their heads up their asses
I thin he’ll be nominated; let’s see if the Academy votes for him to win. There are still several months remaining before nominations are announced, and most pictures getting noticed/remembered are the ones released closest to nomination time.
One of my fav acting performances of all time. My heart truly fell in love with that movie because of his performance
I really enjoy looking at their outfits
"Egg-r-ton" umm...that is not correct, because according to the encyclopedia of jdhjskehdbdj
I think that the last word is a place in Wales where Taron grew up 🤣
@@gregorbaby4269 omg yes🤣🤣
Oh look, low IQ people getting together and patting themselves on the back. Welsh has more vowels than English, which makes it more flexible. The only people who insult it are those who are either lazy, ignorant, or lack the intellectual capacity to understand not all variations of the Phonecian/Latin alphabet are pronounced the same way as it is in English. English doesn't have the moral authority on how Letters should be Pronounced. If anything, it's the other way around seeing how Welsh was using this alphabet several centuries before the English. But hey, ignorance is Bliss.
Oh, and btw....its not a difficult language to learn. Y and W are vowels, DD produces a TH sound. English is harder to learn than Welsh!!!
"Welsh is of this soil, this island, the senior language of the men of Britain, and Welsh is Beautiful" - J.R.R Tolkien
@@taffyducks544 sorry if that offended you. We were just joking around🤣. To be honest I think it's quite an interesting language. Once again sorry if that offended you in anyway :)
@@alondradiaz6639 It's not a personal thing towards you - It's just annoying to see because people are unaware of the attacks the language has suffered at the hands of the English establishment for centuries. I don't think people would make off the cuff jokes if they know a bit about its history. Look up the "Welsh Not " to see Wat I mean...
...The English establishment sacked every Welsh speaking teacher in Wales and replaced them with English only speaking teachers, when the children were caught speaking Welsh, they were beat after class. It's also called "The Treachery of the Blue Books". These effects are still present today, many Welsh children grow up looking down on their language in order to score points with the English.
Side note - It's happened twice, the first time under the Norman kings of England was effectively stopped thanks to Elizabeth the First who ordered the Bible translated into Welsh. Effectively saving the language....apparently, she was one of only three Monarchs of England that spoke fluent Welsh.
Is this the guy from kingsman? Kinda looks like him
MrPineapplezz69 yes it’s him
@@elijahkoenig729 I feel like that was the joke
@@tahitiandfaith1962 yeah that went past my brain
It's funny cause elton john was also in kingsman. But the 2nd movie.
He did an excellent job portraying Elton. He is an amazing actor!! Loved this movie!!
Love it......watched Rocketman over 5 times.....and will watch it again & again!!
this movie was absolutely amazing
it deserved 91% fresh
Edit: Diamonds is also one of my favorite Elton John albums
I saw him at Cardiff 2 days ago! Amazing
Imagine the dedication required to pull this off. It's mind blowing. To play someone so iconic and well known. Hope I can see this movie one day.
As a follower of Elton since the 70’s he nailed 😀
I think this man needs an Oscar
You can't pronounce the actor's name? Nice research.
I can't wait to see this movie again. I loved every second of it.
Elton john is one of very best singer song writer, he has a style all of his own in fact no one has tried to copy his style of music and swagger good on Sir Elton john thank you for the music.
My friend was in rocket man (young Elton)
NoahTplays NTP 🧢
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@@kayleyisdisturbing8990 it’s not he went to my primary school he is ligit in my yr 6 book !
Taron you Had beatiful voice😍💖💕💓❤💗
I can’t imagine anybody else doing any better. One of the best biopics of all time!
He deserved an Oscar!! Awesome awesome actor!!
Pronounce his last name properly 😤😑🙄
He did an amazing job!
His voice is so smooth
Not only is elton an amazing piano player and a great singer his stage presence his something else
My mom thought Elton was dead I had to explain to her that he is still alive 😂💀💀
MY BABY IS GETTING THE RECOGNITION HE DESERVES‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️
I swear these twos souls are intertwined
Teron really did an AMAZING job on ALL sides of this role!!
My uncle Is friends with Taron they went to drama school together and have been friends ever since
🤩
Still can’t believe that his movie scene was shot down my building 😂😂
Give this man the Oscar already! Taron is brilliant as Elton. He BECAME Elton in this role! I have watched this movie at least 5 times and I'm still blown away by his performance. Rocketman is my favorite movie of the year so far and Taron is certainly deserving of the Best Actor statue!
You can tell Taron is really singing and does so well. I believe Joaoquin Phoenix was the same deal doing the film about Johnny Cash. Definately a multi-talented stage school kid (as in his training growing up).
I wonder of this movie idea came from Kingsman 2. Elton John had a cameo in that
rj yes it did
Yea they both was in there haha
slim shady no, it did not. The idea to make a biopic about Elton John did not come from Kingsman, and neither did Edgerton being cast as Elton. Elton had his heart set on Taron playing him after hearing him sing one of his songs in the movie ‘Sing’
Very interesting thank you!
Loved the movie. Well done all round. Thanks 😊👍
What a great coach.
If that music teacher can act he should play Tom Jones in a biopic.
Matthew Rhys would be a good choice.
YESSSS!!!!!!!!!! Well said!!!
Yes!
3:09 anyone else notice Elton’s head gesture which Taron perfectly imitates
This is one of my favorite movies! It’s just so good. And he is a great actor
This movie did such a great job
When you do all that research but you still manage to pronounce it “egg-er-ton”
I loved rocketman, me and my mom went to see that, and we were actually Impressed how the movie potrayed his life and thanks to Taron.
Altought, i have to be, serious, i went to the cinema for Taron and my mom loves Elton John so we went for that😂😂
But out of the cinema, we were impressed and very happy.
I am very glad Taron and Elton exist.
Haha I relate. I loved Taron Egerton in Kingsman and my mom and brother love Elton John but now I have an all new appreciate for Taron and Elton after watching rocketman.
If you've not already seen them, search for 'Taron Egerton Graham Norton show'. It's an English chat show, and the host is really good at making guests feel comfortable. It's very lighthearted and the guests always seem to be relaxed and have fun (except Madonna recently, but she's a bit of an oddity these days). I saw a few recently and if you're a fan of Taron's I think you'll enjoy him on this show.
I saw this movie last night and I loved every moment of it. I think he nailed it.
what a great and delicious surprise for my Christmas 2021, when I decided to check out the musical. Result: Due to Taron's brilliant acting and charisma, I fell in love with Elton's story. I can't stop watching it, I think Taron's performance brought extra magic to the movie. :-)
Learning piano?? Like that??? From SCRATHC??? Holy cow. That must’ve been such hard work
all i want is that denim jacket omg i would pay some serious money for that
From singing Elton, to meeting him, to ACTING him. Damn Taron, all the fans are shaking.
Such a good movie! Can’t wait to see it again!