Former Blue crooner, Simon Webbe, has announced that Sir Elton John was behind the band’s shock split last month. The legendary queen was probably behind Simon too, but that’s another story.
Elton collaborated with the band on hit drivel ‘Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word’ and while he was at it, told the lads that their popularity was decreasing and it was time to crack on with some solo projects.
Webbe explains, "We decided to have a break because Sir Elton told us: 'You have a certain amount of longevity in the business. If you keep releasing pop albums as Blue you'll go stale."
"His comments made sense. He's a legend with almost 40 years in the business. I realised it would be best to take time out."
Simon is also quoted on femalefirst.com as saying: "There were distractions and people were telling members of the band they could do better. Also, I did not want to hold any of the others back."
Don't worry Simon, their lack of talent, charisma and good looks will be the only thing holding them back -not you.
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- what the **** .. why did blue break up !! :S i dont know why !! i read whats written up there .. but not clearly and i dont want to know .. !! but watevr the reason is .. blue will always be in our hearts .. cuz most of their songs rock .. u rock blue .. and plz get back !! if any1 of u is reading this .. just get back and make some cool songs !! please .. ??
thanx for reading

- BLUUUUEEEEEEE :-((
plzzzzz come back johns just jealous of their success if a blue member is reading this pls for ur fans come back! and u rock 4ever!!!!!

- I want Blue BACK so many years on an i still listen to your songs miis ya come back xxx

- BLUE We are waiting for you guys to come back!

- comeback planned for blue in june

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