when I was a little girl, my older brother hitch hiked home from across the U.S. Guess who picked him up and gave him a ride right to our home? Leon Russell. He sat right next to me on our picnic table, ate our meager meal and treated us like we were the ones who were super stars! I will never forget that day. He was amazed that, as a little girl, I knew all about him and the words to his songs. I was holding all my older brothers albums for him. I was introduced to all the cool bands. What a great memory!!!! What a legend and great man.

What a beautiful tribute done by Elton. Russell is an absolute legend.

That was truly one of the most touching inductions I have seen. Tear jerker. Leon was deserving long ago.

I cried and cried...there WAS no musician, more talented, kinder, more prolific, more amazing than Mr. Leon Russell. God bless you, Leon.

Elton said once "I always knew I wanted to play piano, but I wanted TO BE Leon Russell". He cut quite the rock star figure!. A true original to bone................. BTW When Elton found Leon, he was virtually destitute...didn't even have a piano of his own to play.anymore ...and he was basically just self medicating and waiting to die. Elton immediately took action and made sure to help Leon get back on his feet....physically and spiritually..got him turned around so that he not only couuld play again but put out an album w/Elton and one of his own...and toured! A major recovery and what a good good friend Elton John is.

I grew up in Tulsa, OK and want to thank Sir Elton John for lifting him up from old age, sadness and regret. Elton brought him back to us. Now, his memory is being sustained through the building of a huge new studio in his name. 2021

Leon Russell was a phenomenon. I'm old and have played piano since I was a child, and I grew up in Hollywood. There was nobody like him. People really don't have a clue about the magnitude of his talent. You know, the greatest thing a musician can have on his resume is having been a member of the Wrecking Crew. You need an extreme level of talent to do that kind of work. The songs that Leon wrote and that most people know him for, are the kind of things he personally most liked to do. But his talent was far, far broader than that. He could play anything, any style, from classical, to jazz, to rock, and play it on the spot. This is why someone like Elton saw Leon as an idol, and so do I. I can't even imagine having that kind of talent. Lastly, I'll mention that the Steinway Piano Company has a program called the Steinway Artists. If you are honored by Steinway as a Steinway Artist, the Steinway Company will provide a Model D concert grand piano at every public performance you make, free of charge. Virtually all Steinway Artists are classical pianists. Only two "rock" pianists have ever been chosen as Steinway Artists: Leon Russell and Keith Emerson. Wrecking Crew, Steinway Artist -- that's all you need to know.

I'm an Oklahoma girl (now 57, lol) and my Mother turned me on to Leon around 1969 or 1970 when I was just 7 or 8 years old. In grade school once a week our music teacher allowed us to bring our own music. Everyone else was bringing "The Wheels on the Bus" type of music and I was bringing my Leon Russell albums. I lost my sweet Mother 3 weeks ago and of course we played Leon at her funeral. He was one of a kind and so was she. Thank you, Elton, for such sweet words in honor of "Our Leon".

Best HOF induction speech to date?? If not, one of the better ones I have heard...

I've seen Leon so many times over the years. I was fortunate to meet him 5 years ago when he was having trouble walking down the stairs off stage. Helping him to his waiting car and getting a photo and a brief conversation with him made my life. Forever in my heart. Love you Leon!

I miss the days of Leon Russell .....the ,70s the best music ever. These guys now can't compare.

What a wonderful induction. Very touching and moving. Wiping tears. RIP Leon. Thank you Elton for bringing Leon back when you did.

Mr Russell passed away in 2016, but his music and talent will live forever. What a lovely, good and decent man he was!

my boy LEON RUSSELL was SO under rated. He wrote songs for everyone. but Elton called him when he was watching As The World Turns. wtf. when he was one of the most talented people in the world.

God bless Leon Russell and Elton John for bringing Leon back into focus for all of us! Leon’s talent in musicality has been such a blessing! Leon’s musicality will live on forever and ever! May you RIP Leon❣️👍🏼🙏🏼👏🏼

"I love you in a place where there's no space or time...." It doesn't get any better than this. That lyric has brought me to this wonderful video. A whole life lived; sometimes with total grace, but usually with certain flaws. 'Let's come together and hold each other up. Elton John gave us a glimpse of what can happen when you are paying attention. It's the little acts of reaching out when others don't know what's going on. 'So great to see Leon Russell share his amazing talent one more time. RIP

One of the most worthwhile of inductions. Viva Leon Russell.

Unfortunately, few of you younger folks will understand what we had in Leon Russell, and what we will lose when he's gone. He was right in the middle of the biggest part of the birth and explosion of rock and roll. And more than anyone I can think of, he stayed true to the music and to himself. He was utterly unafraid, and unaffected by the opinions of others. Elton John did a great thing here.

Some gifts cannot be bought. The gifts that Leon and Elton gave to one another....are priceless.

I met him. Little bar in Chicago, he played the most amazing concert, and I sat right next to him the whole time. What a great talent. He’s missed.

" I love you in a place where there is no space and time...". Rest in peace, beautiful man.

I love you Leon Russell. Thank you Elton John for getting Leon out of that ditch and giving him back to us. Much love, Katie

A touch of class by John Mayer bowing to Leon Russell at the end of “ Singing this song for You “. I never really appreciated John until I went to a couple of Dead and Company shows and then when I saw this I was floored by his actions. A true Gentleman.

I’m incredibly grateful there was a Leon Russell, a friend that has shared his joy in music with us. I miss him every day.

I was so blessed to finally see Mr. Russell live at a small theater in 2014 or 2015. He wasn't in the best of health, yet when he began to play and sing you'd never know it. He was awesome. Made eye contact with everyone there ( melt my heart). RIP Leon; see ya on the flip side.

Musicians and songwriters like Leon Russell don't come along but every 50 to 70 years. I'm so fortunate to have been a part of his music and that era of rock music.

Thank you Elton John for ensuring Leon Russel's great talent was recognized by the rock & roll hall of fame. The fist time I heard an album by Leon was in 1974. His music is special - it touches your soul. Thank you again Elton !

Elton's efforts to remind Leon of his glorious legacy and remind music fans of his extensive work was a beautiful gesture that should not go unnoticed.

There will NEVER be another musician with the talent and dedication of Leon Russell. He truly is the Master of Space and Time. RIP, Leon

3:42 ""I feel like I have to say, if you leave this place tonight... if you don't feel like you had a religious experience...why don't you just get your money back. Because I don't need it...You hear me?" We love you Leon.

Greatest hall of fame induction, speech, AND the best performance I have ever seen. My god, what a legendary man. Leon was such an amazing person. May he Rest In Peace and may his eternal memory live on forever. ❤️

He was so sweet humble and grateful. Did not know that. Great loss.

RIP Leon Master of space and time.

Leon is responsible for my start in the business my first tour was with him and the Gap Band love that man. Goodie

I cry everytime I hear it, but hearing him sing it in his old age is just so beautiful.

Thankyou Elton John and mostly thankyou Leon Russell ! Elton did a great thing with his influence to acknowledge Mr Leon Russell. Leon Russel for being Leon Russell!!

When doing the memorial for my brother who was dying of lung cancer, he chose A Song for You. RIP Leon. We loved you.

Im so sad at the loss of you Leon...you added so much to my life..you were a true Southern gentleman.

Back in the 1970's Leon taught me a valuable lesson. I had tickets to see him play in Austin, and, "knowing" that rock concerts never start on time, I showed up late. By the time we got there, Leon had already sung three or four songs, and we had missed them. Leon taught me to get my ass in gear and show up on time. Thanks for the lesson, Mr. Russell, and thanks for a lifetime of brilliant music.

Such a humble his speech and comments to Elton brought tears to my eyes.

A song for you...was life for so many....Younger people "won't get it" but there are many who will. To those, we made it, and how sweet it is.

Right On and Far Out, man. I'm 63. I was there. Not much makes me tear up these days, but Leon's gratitude to Elton in his speech... well, whew. Finally, Song For You performed by Leon with John Mayer took me all the way back, tears running down my cheeks as I relived playing MY song for my first love. Bless you all. Peace and Aloha.

What a Legend!! And thanks to Elton John for being there for Him when Leon Russell needed it most !! 👏

I was fortunate enough to see this wonderful human being in concert in the 70's. Will never forget the wonderful lyrics he gave us. Thank you forever Leon.

Respects to Elton & Leon! Elton not only acknowledged his admiration for Leon, they made an album together and went on tour! Then he helped get Leon in the R&R Hall of Fame. Amazing!!! When I was a kid, Leon was at the TOP of his game. I still have an 8TRACK tape of his greatest hits!! I can't play it, but I'll never let it go! :-)

Just shortly before Leon passed on, he and Dr. John were performing at a theater about 2 miles down the street from where I live. I could have walked to get there if I wanted to, it's so close, but I got so busy I forgot the concert was coming up. I will probably be kicking myself for all eternity for missing that concert. R.I.P. Leon Russel. You are, and will always be, an absolute legend.

A great composer, instrumentalist, vocal stylist and a great person. His contribution to music was immense and will never be forgotten. There will never be another like Leon Russell...may he rest in peace.

I was so fortunate to see Leon and Elton play together!

I have loved Leon for decades, I cried watching this and thanks and blessings to Elton John for "finding" this man again, I might be deaf and blind but how could Rap and Hip Hop crappers get in before this man, I ask you......?

Leon Russell was great, that's all there is to it. Those of us coming to age in the 60s and 70s can see much of ourselves in Leon and his music. He reflected what we in "the community" were thinking, seeking and doing. Peace, love, brotherhood, nonviolence, kindness, sharing what little we had with our brothers and sisters and tolerance for those with a different bag. There was so much more, too. Together, we carved out a little space where we had freedom society sought to deny us. Leon was right there with us, playing our music and inspiring us. Thank you, Leon Russell. You will not be forgotten.

In the 70s I was such a fan of Leon’s and to see this brought me to tears. Thank you Tony.

Leon Russell.....one of the best!!! Thanks for your music. You earned those dark glasses at night. Rest easy.

Elton...thank you. Just thank you.

I swear 'Song For You' has to be one of the 5 best songs ever written!

Wow that was tough to watch but very uplifting . Can you believe everything he’s done it’s beyond amazing. He was as great as they come. Thank goodness he made it into the HOF before he passed so he could see how many people admired and love him and his music….RIP Leon ✌🏼✌🏼

Wow love Leon and Elton. But if the incredible talent of Leon Russell doesn't evoke emotion and tear your heart out nothing can. A legendary artist,creator, composer,singer,etc. He did it all man. He left a beautiful musical legacy for us all. Thank you!

I only met him once. It was like meeting royalty! I'm glad you were here Leon. I'm going to miss you.

Leon has been my absolute favorite since the70s. I've always been especially proud of him as a fellow Okie. Leon, my friend, I miss you terribly. Rest easy and be well on the other side.

Thank you Elton and thank you Leon, the two of you enriched my life.

Thank you for uploading. Leon's choice of heartfelt, beautiful words of appreciation for Elton John blew me away....

The humility of this great and gentle musician is quite moving. God Bless him and Sir Elton. Tears for me. Grateful tears.

I spent many years playing bass in Tulsa, OK, and got a chance to play with guys that recorded and toured with Leon, JJ.Cale, and Eric Clapton. Those were the best years of my life. Leon was one of the main musicians that put Tulsa on the map, as home of some of the worlds greatest musicians. I respect Elton John immensely, for recognizing Leon and inducting Leon into the R&R Hall of Fame. I can't think of any more deserving than Leon for the incredible musical accomplishments spanning over 60 years. Leon is a national treasure and Elton is a saint. God bless them both! Saldos, de Buenos Aires, Argentina

I cried when I watched this & with each return, I haven't made it through yet with dry eyes. Some souls are a gift from the stars. Thank you, Leon. Soar high, dear one.

RIP Mr.Leon Russell. I always saw him a legendary artist. I'm astounded by the number of Hit records he worked on.

Leon Russell wrote so many great songs....another Genius. Love you Leon..you mean so much to music. Iconic!

Rest in peace Leon, may you have a gigantic jam session in heaven with JJ and the others....one by one the giants are leaving us :(

Leon Russell was the definition of class.....Elton John is the definition of class magnified many times.....Together they are what Rock n Roll is all about.....The Music, it's about the Music.....

Mr. Elton John always gives back - great person

So sad. "And when my life is over, remember when we were together. We were alone and I was singin' this song for you…"

Leon and Dr. John. Two blessed souls we have lost

Thank you Leon for your music and your voice so many lovely memories ❤️

Its about time he was recognized as the bright star he has been in my life and many others-Rock and Roll Hall of Fame(Halleluyah)❤❤❤So happy to be here to share this in our hearts! God Blessed You! 🌹🌹🌹

People and musicians like Elton and Leon should NEVER be forgotten. They are what REAL MUSIC is all about.......

There is NO ONE who touches my heart more... thank you my darlin' Leon~

That was amazing to watch Leon ...and over and over you are a great humanitarian Elton 🥰

best ever, i never forget him from my early college days...Stranger In A Strange Land.......i played it until my dormies had enough...Masquerade and TightRope,,, if you dont know these songs this guy is a classic.give em a listen...lovely John Mayer...I am a fan

What a touching induction and acceptance speech . Really one of the best I've seen. Leon is so deserving !!

i almost cried, what a tribute. So grateful for Elton John to deliver this!!.. We love you Leon !!!

I've been a Leon fan all my life....well, anyway over 45 years of it. He's amazing! RIP Leon!

I still can't beleive you are gone Leon.. You will always be in our hearts❤❤

Still brings me to tears, and seeing Jan in the audience. Such a great talent. RIP Leon, you are so missed.

The absolutely best of the best. Thanks Elton. Saw him at DeAnza campus Flint center. Just him playing a grand piano in his top hat and blue velvet jacket. An evening I’ll cherish always! Listening to his 🎶song for you🎶

Leon Russell deserves every bit of respect and adulation he has received for his talent, and Elton John is a class act.

There is a feeling I get when I watch this,its great knowing of Leon Russell,and his great music,for all these yrs.

When my life is over, remember when we were together

I love Leon Russell! He sings and plays songs like no other. Also I thank Elton John for putting him on the road, when he was down. Thank you for your kinds of music. You are amazing! ❤️🌹❤️

This is so beautiful. Leon's a superstar and yet so humble. Always loved his music. Always made me feel good inside.

A man who knew music, loved it and lived it, it is a celebration and I think this is what Leon knew.

Thank you Leon............I am a fan for since the 70's

People Like Leon and Elton make this planet extra special. RIP Mr. Russell.

Touching, beautiful, joyous and sad...Leon Russell. God Bless you, Thank you and Congratulations.

I really had no clue of all he had accomplished. the songs he wrote that everyone else sang that gave us so much pleasure happiness and memories . . .he is a one and only

Gosh..I am crying...bless Leon Russell..

I have always loved Sir ELTON and SIR LEON. thank God I got to see both of them in concert in my lifetime!❤❤❤❤❤

Every time I play Leon Russel's music not only does it bring back the most awesome and sad non forgettable, people , His voice is one of a kind,Thank God we had all these years to enjoy his beautiful voice,music and music, He will forever live on in my heart. When my time is up, I will be listening for your golden voice. RIP.....

Leon's induction and acceptance makes my heart ache every time i watch it. What a beautiful soul. "And when my life is over I'll remember us together. We were alone and I was singing this song to you...." I never want him to not feel loved and cherished. Thanks EJ.

we'll miss Leon's music and his wide influence on other exceptional artists....forever.. Few ever played that have made such impact upon our musical listening preferences as he did for over 50 years...... we were so very blessed with him playing his songs for us...

The love of my life in the 70s. Lord Jesus what a BEAUTIFUL soul!!!!! I’m 65 now. And he is still amazing to me!!

This whole induction for Leon was wonderful, but Song for you's outro that he repeats 3x's and climbs up in chords is something that has stayed with me since seeing this. Man O man does that touch my very soul. Beautiful Leon, Just Beautiful.

Not another legend taken too soon. he was one of the most talented, humble , incredibly beautiful men ever.He is the pride of Oklahoma and the world.