Elton Johnhas scored the 10thUK number one album of his career, 52 years after his first.

The veteran performer has gone to the top of the chart withWho Believes in Angels?

his critically acclaimed collaboration with American country starBrandi Carlile.

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Elton John with Brandi Carlile, April 2025Cindy Ord/Getty Images

Sir Elton told BBC News:

It seems quite extraordinary that my career has gone on so long.

It always feels good to top a chart, no matter where it is.

He told the BBC:

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The challenge really was at my feet.

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So you say to yourself, just get on with it.