King Charles marked his 78th birthday with a special appearance on Rocket Hour, Sir Elton John's regular Apple Radio show, where the pair traded jokes about getting older.
The monarch joined the music legend for the broadcast, and the conversation turned to the realities of ageing, with Sir Elton set to turn 80 next year. The star referenced his 1983 hit I'm Still Standing, joking: "I'm still sitting now, though."
Charles joined in, replying: "With occasional bits dropping off here and there. I know this is a terrible problem as we get older."
Celebrating The King's Trust at 50
During the broadcast, the duo discussed some of their favourite musicians supported by The King's Trust, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary. They shared memories of standout performances in support of the charity over the past five decades, from Wembley Arena rock galas in the 1980s to pop concerts in Hyde Park and sold-out charity shows at the Royal Albert Hall.
Charles singled out I'm Still Standing for particular praise, lauding its message of resilience. The song reached number four in the UK Singles Chart in 1983. Referring to the trust's milestone, he said: "We and the Trust are definitely still standing."
Playful exchange at Battersea Power Station
The light-hearted exchange took place at the Apple Music Studios in Battersea Power Station, south London. Sir Elton, who turns 80 in March, toured until 2023 with Farewell Yellow Brick Road, which included concerts worldwide, including several UK venues.
The broadcast also featured Your Song, the entertainer's first international Top 10 chart single, which Charles praised on air. The King said: "I think, in the words of another of your famous songs, I hope you don't mind, but I would like us to play one of your own pieces which takes us back to 1986 and the Rock Gala at Wembley Arena for the 10th anniversary of my Trust."
Sir Elton has sold more than 300 million records worldwide. The King's Trust helps vulnerable young people, supporting those facing difficulties with school, the law, unemployment, disability, homelessness, and other issues.
