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Bernie Taupin: 57 Years for First Grammy Nod
1 Feb
Summary
- Bernie Taupin received a Trustees Award for his songwriting contributions.
- He has never won a competitive Grammy despite a prolific career.
- Taupin was nominated for a competitive Grammy at the 68th annual awards.
Bernie Taupin, a celebrated songwriter, was presented with a Trustees Award at the Special Merit Awards ceremony held in Los Angeles on January 31. This honor acknowledges his extensive contributions to songwriting over nearly six decades. Remarkably, Taupin has never secured a competitive Grammy award, despite a career marked by numerous hit songs and other prestigious honors.
His dedication to the craft was highlighted as he accepted the honorary Grammy, stating that the work of songwriting is its own reward. Taupin is also nominated for a competitive award at the upcoming 68th annual Grammy Awards, recognizing his co-writing of 'Never Too Late.' He took the opportunity to pay tribute to other legendary songwriters.
Taupin highlighted his admiration for songwriters like Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, Merle Haggard, Brian Wilson, and Leonard Cohen. He specifically lauded Paul Simon as the greatest American songwriter alive, praising his melodies, lyrics, and transcendent ideas.
