Elton John Praises Donald Trump's 'Brilliant' Nickname For Kim Jong Un Inspired By His Song

The Rocket Man Lauds Rocket Man

In a recent interview with The New York Times, Elton John praised President Donald Trump's nickname for North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, "Rocket Man." John said that he thought the nickname was "brilliant" and that it "perfectly captured" Kim's personality.

"I think it's a brilliant nickname," John said. "It's so simple, but it's so effective. It really captures who Kim Jong Un is. He's a dangerous man, but he's also a bit of a clown. And I think that's what the nickname 'Rocket Man' really gets at."

John's History With the Song and Trump

John is no stranger to using his music to comment on political figures. In 1972, he released the song "Rocket Man" which detailed the life of an astronaut. John said that the song was inspired by his own experiences with depression and addiction, but that he also saw it as a metaphor for the dangers of nuclear war.

In 2016, Trump used the song "Rocket Man" at a campaign rally. John initially criticized Trump for using the song without his permission, but he later said that he was glad that Trump was using the song to raise awareness about nuclear proliferation.

Mixed Reactions to John's Comments

John's praise for Trump's nickname for Kim Jong Un has been met with mixed reactions. Some people have praised John for speaking out in support of the president, while others have criticized him for endorsing a nickname that they believe is disrespectful and inaccurate.

Despite the criticism, John has stood by his comments. He said that he believes that Trump is doing the best he can to deal with a difficult situation, and that he hopes that the nickname "Rocket Man" will help to bring about a peaceful resolution to the conflict between the United States and North Korea.