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For the first time in 40 years, Elton John lyricist Bernie Taupin is taking the mic

NPR | By A Martínez
Published October 28, 2026 at 4:47 AM EDT

NPR's A Martinez speaks with longtime Elton John lyricist Bernie Taupin {TAW-pin}, who's released his first solo album in 40 years, "The Sea Has No Mercy."

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A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First.