Elton John's lyricist Bernie Taupin recalls star's struggles with addiction: 'Drugs are the big lie'
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Bernie Taupin, Elton John's songwriting partner, has written a memoir titled "Scattershot," in which he tells the stories behind their biggest music hits.
The 73-year-old, known for his songwriting partnership with John, has written a new memoir, "Scattershot: Life, Music, Elton & Me." It details his friendship with the star, 76; how their lives forever changed as they skyrocketed to fame; and his encounters with recognizable figures including John Lennon and Princess Margaret. Stephanie Nolasco covers entertainment at Foxnews.com.
In the book, Taupin was candid about how the pair relied on each other for support as the "Rocket Man" singer-songwriter found himself "deep in the stranglehold of addiction." As John became increasingly dependent on drugs and alcohol, their hitmaking collaborations were often tested.
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