Elton John went to number two in UK album charts, days after he celebrated his 60th birthday at a star-studded event.

"Rocket Man - The Definitive Hits", which includes 18 classic tracks from Elton's lengthy career, ranked number two, but failed to knock Take That's "Beautiful World" off the top spot.

Elton has sold more than 200 million albums world-wide in a career that kicked off with his first hit single "Your Song" in 1971. His latest album features 12 British top ten hits, and showcases his unique song-writing partnership with Bernie Taupin.

Also see Elton John Charts.

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