Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In 1972, a classic rock song became a huge hit, marking a landmark moment in the history of music. 'Crocodile Rock' became the ...

Elton John’s rise to superstardom didn't happen overnight, but it reached a defining turning point with the release of “Crocodile Rock” in 1973. Long before his smash hits like “Rocket Man,” ...

In 1972, a classic rock song became a huge hit, marking a landmark moment in the history of music. 'Crocodile Rock' became the first Elton John song to ever hit No. 1, and it still holds up more than ...