Which version of Elton John's hit song "Candle In The Wind" do you prefer? Marilyn Monroe or Princess Diana?

I personally prefer the Marilyn Monroe version but today we've had the Princess Diana version on the radio.
[youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbFDxCY9N38]
[youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxb0GeS4gL8]

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VirginMatchmaker · 46-50, M

The live in Australia version that Elton released as a single in 86-87 I think. In fact up until a few years ago his live performances are generally better than the original singles.

HairbrushDiva · 31-35, F

@VirginMatchmaker I'm not sure if I've heard that version, I don't think they play it on the radio. They usually play the original version (from the 70s I think).

VirginMatchmaker · 46-50, M

@HairbrushDiva [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoOhnrjdYOc]

HairbrushDiva · 31-35, F

@VirginMatchmaker It's all right, but I think I prefer the studio recording.

VirginMatchmaker · 46-50, M

@HairbrushDiva I just prefer live vocals and the lack of guitars in it. Tbh of the Diana version his version at the funeral was much better than the recorded one which I didn't like. George Martin did a terrible job on it.