Elton John: 'I'm a European – not a stupid, imperialist English idiot'

Elton John has said Brexit has made him ashamed of the UK. Speaking on Wednesday in Verona on his last ever world tour, Farewell Yellow Brick Road, John told fans: 'I am sick to death of Brexit. I am a European. I am not a stupid, colonial, imperialist English idiot'.

The Guardian YouTube network:

[theylied]

Not Imperialist? So says {Sir} Elton John.

[vikingraiders]

You would think after giving that statement of love and compassion, Elton John, will open the doors of his mansion, and give refugees a roof over their heads.

[awesomeavenger]

Before spewing out your tirade of hate, always remember to begin by saying you wish there was more love and compassion in the world.

[mhl]

It must be so self- gratifying to know you are so much better than the plebs who buy your music.

[debndavid]

He lives in America now most of the time brexit is nothing to do with America he’s not effected by nhs waiting lists or jobs like most people in the uk 🇬🇧
My opion of Elton John has changed

[Dangermouse]

Must be nice having houses all over the world so you can leave whenever you want

[dantory]

I'm European, just not an EU lover.

[vax]

[EDIT to my post below, due to a number of comments pertaining to the incorrect use of the word "orgasmic". Suggestions are welcome. Shall we say "euphoric"? Or shall we re-phrase - "the famous, rich, powerful and privileged seem to patronise leave voters"?]


Has anyone else noticed that it seems to be only the rich, powerful and privileged that seem to get orgasmic about the EU? Just about every Brit loves Europe and Europeans (including me) - the EU is another matter.

[leonreaper]

EU isn't Europe. EU is a organisation, not a continent.

[oliveraeternus]

He's a very privileged old boy. Let's quit listening to celebrities for political shiza..
We all love Europe you silly old queen x

[laurejon]

Elton John is such a drama queen. From memory he is actually now a US Citizen, so quite why he is griping about Brexit is anyone's guess.


Furthermore if he was such a patriot, he would pay ALL his taxes in the UK and help us to fund the NHS.

[eligoldie]

Lots of us in this country are ashamed of certain parts of England. Mostly the south of England.

[TheKaffeeKlatsch]

Same Elton who knelt before her Majesty the Queen of England. Lol

[mbenj]

I have never experienced dislike for actors and singers like I do now. We are definitely living in different times.

[MovieBr]

I'm sick of hearing about you as well, Elton. You and all your celebrity friends vacuous opinions on things that don't effect their rich lifestyles..

[davidhallahan]

He’s ashamed of his country … except when he’s on stage in his country

[hefellump]

All English people agreeing with Elton John should get a grip of themselves . England has been made by a 1000 generations of people to give you what you have. Look around you at the beauty that they built. The history that you have had, . An amazing people! and thats coming from a Paddy.

[allandickman]

I'm sick of my country ok bye bye privileged one

[stevenhowe]

Looks like Elton John has just lost a lot of fans - Brexit Party all the way!

[KlaatuToo]

Sounds like Elton forgot most of the European countries were imperialists at one time.