Elton John retired from touring in 2023, and last year, he experienced a serious health scare involving his vision. But for an artist with his work ethic and drive, slowing down was never really an option.

In February, just days after the 2025 Grammys, Elton John and Brandi Carlile announced they had recorded a collaborative project, Who Believes in Angels?, along with contributions from John's longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin and hit producer Andrew Watt.

Before Elton John has even sung a note on his 37 th studio album, Who Believes in Angels?, his fans’ spirits will be soaring. The slow building two-minute prelude to opening track, The Rose of Laura Nyro,