Elton John playfully jokes about his holiday hit reaching a new milestone

December brings the holiday season, and Elton John is joining in the festivities with a new video that has quickly gained popularity on social media. The video features Elton’s classic Yuletide hit “Step Into Christmas,” which has recently achieved an impressive milestone.

In the video, Elton is depicted navigating his kitchen, opening various cabinets, drawers, and his oven, only to have his 1973 holiday tune blaring out of them at full volume. Elton’s reaction is one of shock and horror as he hurriedly closes everything back up. The video concludes with the message, “It must be that time of year again…,” prompting viewers to embrace the holiday spirit by stepping into Christmas.

“Step Into Christmas” has recently reached RIAA Platinum status in the United States, more than 50 years after its initial release in 1973. Over the years, the song has become a beloved seasonal favorite, climbing the charts and achieving Triple Platinum status in 2023.

Elton John’s whimsical approach to music videos was showcased last year with a new and extravagant video starring Cara Delevingne as a wonderfully chaotic representation of a ’70s-era Elton John. The video paid homage to the song’s enduring legacy with a blend of humor and heartfelt tribute. Co-written with Bernie Taupin, “Step Into Christmas” continues to resonate with audiences of all ages, capturing the joyful essence of the holiday season each year.