On this day - 13 September
Historical items of interest as featured in the papers of the day.
Candle in the Wind 1997 released
On September 13th 1997 Elton John released Candle in the Wind 1997. It was a re-release of his 1979 hit with modified lyrics in a tribute to the late Princess Diana. Proceeds raised from the sale of the single went to Princess Diana's charities. The song went to number 1 in the charts in the UK within 1 day of release.
Elton John performed the song live only once; at the funeral of Princess Diana. Since then he has continued to play his original 1973 version live.
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