Elton John get's his own Barbie Doll

Created to mark the 45th Anniversary of the Legend's music

“I have always loved and embraced fashion as a means of self-expression,” John told PEOPLE.

“My earliest memories of Barbie all involve fashion and even today, she still inspires our culture, not only fashion but in art and music too. Her legacy, I’m sure, will carry on forever.”

The pop star, 73, said he was heavily involved in selecting the Elton John Barbie’s wardrobe, and that he particularly enjoyed picking her sunglasses.

“I’ve managed to accumulate quite the collection of sunglasses over the years – I think over twenty thousand pairs,” John said.

“When working with Barbie to create her head to toe look, I took inspiration from all of my favourite pairs I have worn over the years, and envisioned a Barbie pink with a bit of my flare. I think we nailed the final look.”