When was Elton John and Bernie Taupin's last Grammy nomination as a team?

Their last Grammy nomination as a songwriting team was in 1972 for "Friends."

Have Elton John and Bernie Taupin ever won a Grammy together?

No, despite numerous nominations, Elton John and Bernie Taupin have never won a Grammy as a songwriting team.

What other songwriting duos have had Grammy success?

Legendary teams like John Lennon and Paul McCartney, and Gamble & Huff have achieved significant Grammy recognition.

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Elton John & Bernie Taupin: A Grammy Snub Story

1 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Elton John and Bernie Taupin earned first songwriting Grammy nomination in 54 years.
They have never won a Grammy as a songwriting team, despite many nods.
Lennon-McCartney and Holland-Dozier-Holland had more success with Grammys.

Elton John & Bernie Taupin: A Grammy Snub Story

After a 54-year wait, Elton John and Bernie Taupin have finally secured a Grammy nomination as a songwriting team for "Never Too Late," featured in the documentary of the same name. This marks a significant moment for the duo, who have collaborated on countless hits throughout their careers but have surprisingly never clinched a Grammy award together.

John himself has expressed his less-than-stellar Grammy history, noting that wins have been rare despite his immense success. His husband, David Furnish, emphasized the peculiarity of their lack of a joint Grammy win. While John has received other accolades, including a Grammy Legend Award, a lifetime achievement award from the Recording Academy has eluded him.