Yes. Taron Egerton sings his own parts in Rocketman; he provided the singing voice for Elton John in the film, rather than lip-syncing to Elton’s voice. Elton John has publicly praised his singing performance, calling it exceptional .
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Following closely in the footsteps of the ever-controversial and Academy award-winning Bohemian Rhapsody, Rocketman had an immediate barrier to overcome. Its subject matter would draw immediate comparisons – both films are biopics, released within a year of each other- about British rock icons. However, I’m happy to report that Rocketman is nowhere near a pale...
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westviewnews.orgActor Taron Egerton has promised that he won't be miming during singing scenes when he plays Elton John onscreen.
www.film-news.co.ukActor’s version of Elton John’s 1972 single will feature on the Rocketman soundtrack - out later this month
www.loudersound.comFinding the right fit to wear the rock singer's iconic wardrobe is one thing. Finding an actor who sounds like him is another.
www.esquire.comBefore Taron Egerton appeared as Elton John in Rocketman, he wowed the singer with his musical talents in a film from the studio behind Despicable Me.
movieweb.comHere's what we know about the vocals in the award-winning Elton John biopic.
www.menshealth.comElton John is beyond impressed with the way Kingsman star Taron Egerton is preparing to play the singer in an upcoming biopic.
movieweb.com"I don't think I've heard anyone sing my songs better than Taron," Elton John said.
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