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The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song salutes Elton John and Bernie Taupin. A once-in-a-lifetime meeting between John, a young piano player, and lyricist Taupin together in 1967, they have forged a songwriting partnership that continues after more than 50 years. John and Taupin will receive the Gershwin Prize at an all-star concert in Washington, D.C., on March 20.

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Gershwin Prize
Elton John and Bernie Taupin | "Your Song"
Elton John performs his timeless classic, "Your Song" at the 2024 LOC Gershwin Prize.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 4:01
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Gershwin Prize
Joni Mitchell and Friends | "I'm Still Standing"
Joni Mitchell & friends interpret Elton John's "I'm Still Standing" at the Gershwin Prize.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 3:24
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Gershwin Prize
Brandi Carlile | "Skyline Pigeon"
Brandi Carlile performs "Skyline Pigeon" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 3:44
Major corporate funding for Elton John & Bernie Taupin: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song is provided by Wells Fargo. Additional corporate funding is provided by the Boeing Company, Otsuka, and Universal Music Group. Additional funding is provided by The Leonore S. Gershwin Trust; AARP; the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP); Katy & Ken Menges; and FTS International, LLC. Funding is also provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Travel is provided by United Airlines. Hotel accommodations are provided by Waldorf Astoria Washington DC.
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Gershwin Prize
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Episode: S2019 E1 | 1:25:41
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Gershwin Prize
Garth Brooks: Gershwin Prize
Watch Garth Brooks receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2020 E1 | 1:55:41
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Gershwin Prize
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Episode: S2022 E1 | 55:24
Extras
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Gershwin Prize
Maren Morris | "I Guess That's Why They Call it The Blues"
Maren Morris sings "I Guess That's Why They Call it the Blues" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize
Clip: S2024 E1 | 4:32
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Gershwin Prize
Garth Brooks | "Daniel"
Garth Brooks performs "Daniel" at the 2024 LOC Gershwin Prize for Popular Song concert.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 3:57
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Gershwin Prize
Billy Porter | "The Bitch is Back"
Billy Porter performs "The Bitch is Back" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize concert.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 3:48
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Gershwin Prize
Jacob Lusk | "Bennie and the Jets"
Jacob Lusk of the band Gabriels performs "Bennie and the Jets" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 5:50
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Gershwin Prize
Garth Brooks | "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word"
Garth Brooks performs "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 3:49
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Gershwin Prize
Elton John and Bernie Taupin | "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting"
Elton John performs "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 5:08
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Gershwin Prize
Metallica | Funeral for a Friend and Love Lies Bleeding
Metallica plays a powerful rendition of "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding."
Clip: S2024 E1 | 8:11
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Gershwin Prize
Elton John and Bernie Taupin: Gershwin Prize | Acceptance Speech
Elton John and Bernie Taupin reflect on their extraordinary journey in music.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 6:23
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Gershwin Prize
Annie Lennox Sings "Border Song"
Annie Lennox sings "Border Song" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song concert.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 3:48
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Gershwin Prize
Elton John Performs "Mona Lisa and Mad Hatters"
Elton John performs "Mona Lisa and Mad Hatters" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize concert.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 5:04
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