Elton John, ‘Rocket Man’ (‘Cash Box’ magazine, May 06, 1972). Click to enlarge.

“What a trip!”

We’re now living through the 46th anniversary of Elton John’s “Rocket Man” burning up the charts. This perennial radio staple originally released as the lead-off single for the Honky Château LP in April 1972.

“Rocket Man,” written by Elton and Bernie Taupin, landed at #6 on the US Hot 100 and #2 in the UK.

Previously on Vintage Ads: Bachman-Turner Overdrive, ‘Four Wheel Drive’ (1975)

More Elton John at Cherry Stereo: Playback!: Elton John, ‘Step Into Christmas’ (1973)