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Producer: Elton John is like Mozart in the studio
30 Nov
Summary
- Elton John writes songs by scoring movie scenes in his mind.
- Producer Andrew Watt compared John's intensity to Beethoven.
- John battled self-doubt and exhaustion post-retirement tour.
Grammy-winning producer Andrew Watt recently shared insights into his collaborative experience with music icon Elton John. Watt likened John's creative process to that of classical masters, comparing his studio intensity to Beethoven, particularly when composing. Watt detailed how John approaches songwriting by first visualizing a scene, then composing music to fit the narrative and lyrics.
Watt explained his role was to 'read the room,' ensuring he was close enough to assist John without being a distraction. He described John's method of taking lyrics, seeing a movie in his mind, and then scoring it, fitting melodies to the words. This deeply narrative approach, Watt noted, is crucial for John's creative output.
Reflecting on the making of 'Who Believes in Angels?', Watt revealed John was recovering from his extensive retirement tour. He recalled the artist feeling exhausted, self-conscious, and insecure. The production team actively supported him, and John's pride upon completing the project was palpable, marking a deeply memorable period for Watt.
