Annie Lennox performs Elton John's 'Border Song' | The Gershwin Prize | PBS

Annie Lennox sings "Border Song" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song concert honoring Elton John and Bernie Taupin at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., March 30, 2024.

With music by Elton John and lyrics by Bernie Taupin, "Border Song" appeared on the 1970 album Elton John.

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About the Gershwin Prize:
The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song is the nation’s highest award for influence, impact and achievement in the field of popular song. It was established in 2007 to recognize and honor the artists whose creative works, both printed and recorded, are collected, preserved, made accessible, and valued by the nation’s library. It acknowledges the preeminent place of popular song in modern society and its vital role in expressing and deepening the personal and shared values of our time.

Gershwin Honorees are selected by the Librarian of Congress in consultation with music specialists within the Library, former Gershwin Prize Honorees, and eminent outside experts in the field, including scholars, publishers, producers, composers and performers.

[lkat]

Annie proves, again, what an amazing performer she is!

[ngunnawalmick]

A fitting tribute to those two guys who have provided us with over 50 years of great music.

[michellemiles]

Her voice was perfect for this song. 👏👏👏

[TheAmtwhite]

I love her version. Never heard the words as clearly before. Love it!

[JoanMilhoan-jnlf]

I love seeing Elton John himself clapping for her. Complete class act.

[abadstroller]

Annie Lennox's pipes are just as powerful as ever. 💪🏽

[robertwebb]

She gives a brilliant reading of this lyric. Her voice remains remarkable in tone, color and texture. If you haven’t heard the Aretha Franklin version of Border Song, check it out. She takes it to church.

[TonyTube]

Elton singing along to Annie singing his and Bernie's song.... Wow.

[JohnJones-fl]

Tears...The great Annie salutes the great Sir Elton and Bernie. Tears!

[Cherielovesmusic]

I love her so much for many reasons. Age does absolutely nothing to her exquisite voice and ethereal beauty. She is a gift to humanity. All hail Queen Annie ❤️

[mrwhitefolks]

55 yrs old this music sets my soul free

[debracole]

Annie is amazing and can sing anything with so much passion. Love her

[opprsvp]

Thank you Bernie. Thank you Elton. Thank you Annie for that incredible performance.

[piandey]

C'est tellement saisissant de voir l'émotion d'Elton John ! Merveilleuse Annie et musiciens aussi. Merci.

[LaurensCorner]

Annie Lennox, a Scottish masterpiece. ❤

[Anothertominohio]

Annie just keeps getting better. I love her music more today than ever..

[peterrollinson-lorimer]

Nothing rocks me more than Annie Lennox belting out Border Song. Strength upon strength.

[troygaspard]

As her voice has grown a little darker, this song suits her perfectly.

[nickperkins]

They are both/all three, counting Bernie Taupin, great ones in popular music!!! Annie does a fantastic cover!!

[icegypsy]

Beautiful...Annie's amazing. Couldn't think of anyone better to do this one.