From Mary & Elton To Beyoncé & Luther: Epic ‘Old School Meets New School’ Collaborations - Page 14
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Desire Thompson
Mary J Blige & Elton John: “Deep Inside”
1999
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It was fate for the two legendary singers to cross paths. Elton John played elements of his song “Bennie and the Jets” for Mary’s very popular single “Deep Inside,” from the Mary album. The collabo went so well that the singer performed with Elton John the following year at Madison Square Garden. The two sung John’s 1983 hit, “I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues.” They proved that magic can happen when you blur the lines between Old School and New School acts.
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