Industry May 25, 2026
Elton John Song's Astronaut Inspiration
“Unfortunately, people identify it with David Bowie’s Space Oddity”
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Elton John discussed the inspiration behind a classic song, which began as a reflection on the monotony of being an astronaut. A complete verse of the song reportedly came to him quickly. The song is sometimes associated with David Bowie's "Space Oddity."