Elton Johns candle in the wind was about?

"Candle in the Wind" was originally written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin as a tribute to Marilyn Monroe. The song was released in 1973 on John's album "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road." The lyrics of the song reflect on Monroe's life and career, as well as the tragic circumstances of her death. The song became an instant hit and remains one of John's most popular and iconic songs.

In 1997, John re-recorded "Candle in the Wind" as a tribute to Diana, Princess of Wales, who had recently died in a car accident. The re-written lyrics focused on Diana's life and the impact she had on the world. The song was released as a single and became one of the best-selling singles of all time, with proceeds going to the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund.