As a shy boy growing up in a London suburb, Reginald Dwight was an unlikely superstar, but as Elton John he became one of the greatest live performers and most reliable hitmakers of the past 50 years. In this memoir, John reflects on his slow ascent to success and his triumphant struggle against substance abuse, setting up his AIDS Foundation and conquering Broadway. Included here are stories about dancing with Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth, and life-changing friendships with John Lennon, Freddie Mercury, and George Michael. John also writes powerfully about finding love with David Furnish, and finally becoming a father in his sixties.