Who did Elton John sing about ...And The Jets?

Elton John sang about Bennie in “Bennie and the Jets.” The song was written by John with lyrics by Bernie Taupin and first appeared on the 1973 album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.

“Bennie” is portrayed as the glamorous leader of a strange, theatrical rock band. The lyrics describe electric music, unusual clothing, and a mysterious performer surrounded by devoted fans. Taupin’s imagery was influenced partly by the futuristic visual style of Fritz Lang’s 1927 film Metropolis.

A common mix-up is the spelling: the song is officially titled “Bennie and the Jets” on the album and in its best-known U.S. release, but some editions and references use “Benny and the Jets.” The character’s name in the canonical title is generally written “Bennie.”

Released as a single in the United States and Canada in 1974, the track became one of John’s signature hits. Its live-sounding effects were created in the studio, helping the recording resemble a performance in front of an enthusiastic audience.