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[@rainbowgames1]

“Bennie And The Jets” is about kids fanboying and fangirling over a fictional band called Bennie and the Jets. A lot of rock songs are meant to be like little movies. They paint a fictional scene and/or are sung from the point of view of fictional characters talking about fictional things.

[@maturejeans3592]

Kpop

[@studdsreturbo]

A real Stan.

[@pbasswil]

Yep, it's just a little made-up narrative that you can day dream about, while you listen to a great music track. Like a lot of pop, the song is the body, and the lyrics are just some clothes it wears - they're well crafted and fun but they're not trying to be T. S. Eliot‎.

[@griffithonyt]

fun fact: the record its on is a concept album, all the songs are meant to be little movies

[@jacqueline4514]

You two are a joy to listen to music with!! It feels so good seeing people experience the good stuff for the first time; you are keeping the music alive!

[@damonbrown4548]

Indeed. The first night I came across y’all videos, last month, y’all were listening to Bohemian Rhapsody, and I’ve been hooked ever since. Enjoy y’all. Definitely got me making up new playlist! Lol👍🏾👍🏾❤️

[@danielkesselring9172]

One of my first favorite songs when I was little.. Show n Tell 77

[@lilpoohbear653]

that piano tho...holy cow!!! One of my faves for decades yall...I said decades!!! This song is a WALL OF SOUND:)

[@danielburdick1721]

I love old Elton back in the day even tho I was a mental head his key board work was incredible incredible

[@SuperB1741]

Elton John is one of my favs. When we talk about Elton we can't forget the team of Elton with the musicality and the melodies but the other half and certainly not least is songwriter Bernie Taupin. Check out Mary J Blige Deep Inside with the Bennie and the Jets sample.

[@craigmarkowski7156]

Elton John performed in the United States for the 1st time in August of 1970 at the troubadour theater in Los Angeles on Santa Monica boulevard !

[@UBZUKki]

Absolute giant of an artist....💥💥💥💥💥💥💥

[@marvelharris9540]

what a groove and hook....

[@vickielewallen3799]

Now please react to Elton John's "Levon." And thx again for the great music and reactions!

[@stevemadrid6522]

"Hey, kids, plug into the faithless! Maybe they're blinded, But Bennie makes them ageless! We shall survive, let us take ourselves along! Where we fight our parents out in the streets To find who's right and who's wrong!"

[@LadybugLuv]

Ohhh!!! Y'all done did it now!!! This is and will always be a Jam!!! 💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾 Such a great hit in the R&B community!

[@donstuard2546]

When he hit the American scene as a solo artist, his music was incredible . We had never heard much piano work like this in a while. This is truly one of his best. There so many more such as: saturday night's alright for fighting, rocket man, goobye yellowbrick road, and my personal favorite funeral for a friend/loe lies bleeding. I always liked his catalog from the 70s better than his 80s work. More rock and roll than pop oriented. Great stuff though!

[@markharris1125]

Hi Don. I know a lot of people prefer his earlier stuff, but I personally love many of those 80s albums, and of course he's gone on to do great work up to the present day. Someone who had two UK #1s in 2021 must be doing something right (even though one was a remix and one a Christmas song with Ed Sheeran!). Personally, my top two are 'Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding' (from 1973) and 'This Train Don't Stop there Anymore' (from 2001). They change position, I can't really choose. And my #3 is 'The One' from 1992. I wish reaction channels would dip into his later work from time to time. I do appreciate that many are hearing it for the first time, but this is a multi-decade artist and I'd love to hear some later songs get some love. Asia and BJ, how about giving those three a whirl? Oh, and someone below mentions 'Sacrifice' (1989) - there's the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s covered! Toss in 'Home Again' from 2013 and we've covered the 10s!

[@chriswildhaber35]

Everything he does is great.

[@bryansproles2879]

I obviously love his older catalog, but I really love his Believe album as well. I think he and Billy Joel are probably 2 of the best rock pianists from the 70's - 90's.

[@chriswildhaber35]

@@bryansproles2879 they were the 2. 🐐 s

[@nelsonx5326]

Crocodile Rock.

[@zq9m3xh8]

In the 70's, Elton John was the biggest thing going. This was probably his biggest album. You won't be sorry if you do a deep dive into Elton's music. I don't know which other songs of his you might have done, but essential ones include SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT, ROCKET MAN and GOODBYE YELLOWBRICK ROAD among many, MANY others!

[@frogsterjonesiii6482]

This and Captain Fantastic were his best 2 albums. Check out Curtains. Obscure song but excellent.

[@matthawkins8880]

@@frogsterjonesiii6482 Wasn’t Goodbye Yellow Brick Road an album?

[@frogsterjonesiii6482]

@@matthawkins8880 I meant the album this song was on, yes.

[@mizofan]

@@frogsterjonesiii6482 Right, that's my favourite album, just pipping GYBR, and Curtains is a wonderful finish,

[@davidpeters44]

Well there was Zeppelin and Floyd. So there's that.

[@bradsullivan2495]

Elton went on Soul Train this song and "Philadelphia Freedom." Gotta do the opening song from the album this song is on: "Funeral for a Friend/Loves Lies Bleeding"--it's 11 minutes long, but takes you on such a rollercoaster you don't even realize it.

[@robertmillar8246]

I agree it is my favorite Elton John song then Candle In The Wind, what a great opening 3 songs on the Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album

[@MrRondonmon]

He sang this song on Soul Train also. This was like one of the first white singer's song to go number #1 on the soul charts

[@jimwhite4801]

Song is fantastic...even if it is so long

[@Steve-cm2ys]

Watching all the afros bobbin' around him in that performance is hilarious.

[@bobbyscarfo2544]

I was 10 years old in 1976.....

[@mikecaetano]

Elton John ruled the radio in the seventies. He may be best known these days for his ballads, but his rockers are a lot of fun too -- "Crocodile Rock", "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting", "The Bitch Is Back" -- and for something completely different, check out the clip of him performing "Pinball Wizard" from the 1975 Ken Russell film of The Who's 1969 rock opera album Tommy.

[@PaintedCavern]

All great suggestions!

[@jacqueline4514]

YES!!! One of the BEST Elton John songs; was a young child when this came out; have loved it ever since.

[@centuryrox]

Welcome to my wonderful childhood, y'all! Summer of 1974, 10 years old, riding the Amusement rides down at the beach, and they were blasting this song all over the place! Great times! Great memories!

[@John_Chu]

It's about a futuristic all-girl punk band. Bernie Taupin wrote it as a satire about the rock music scene at the time -- glam rock arena concerts. The Bennie is Bernie's old girlfriend Sally Bennington (electric boots , mohair suit, etc.).

[@gertrudelaronge6864]

Yes! Thank you!

[@willasacco9898]

Ditto 🤟

[@jasonbroad5478]

Interesting note: Elton didn't think Bennie should be released as the 'single' but was out voted by a record exec. One of the few songs of the 70's that the artist performed on American Bandstand AND Soul Train! Bennie also went on to be a signature song for Elton John and Bernie Taupin.

[@mrnobody9104]

early 70's Elton John is IMO by far his best work! he came in like a freight train!!!!

[@cathyhall1350]

"Bennie" was one of Elton's biggest hits and requested a zillion times on the radio! 💕🎼😎✌️

[@marthaz]

Serious jam back in the day, y'all! Crossed color boundaries...Elton John magic. 💞

[@Sc-vk1gn]

Sad how people separate music with color so sad it’s ignorant

[@xmoomoo9158]

Elton John is truly a Legend! He’s had hit after hit after hit. Not many legends left but he’s one of them!!

[@bobschenkel7921]

This is one really good song from Elton John's best studio album Goodbye, Yellow Brick Road. Here are a few others from just this album for you to check out: Funeral For A Friend,/Love Lies Bleeding, This song has no title, Your Sister Can't Twist (But She Can Rock and Roll), Saturday Night's All Right For Fighting, and Social Disease.

[@rayj1011]

I wore that album out

[@xmoomoo9158]

Me too and Madman across the Water!!!

[@vincentschmitt7597]

Top ten all time album.

[@MrRandyv]

What’s wrong with the title track from the that album, of the same name?

[@vincentschmitt7597]

@@MrRandyv there isn't a subpar tune on the album. For me it's one of the best albums ever recorded. In the top 10.

[@JC-es5un]

“Philadelphia Freedom” “The Bitch is Back” and “I’m still standing” are all 🔥 Elton John classics. 👍

[@user-or1ye3iz6d]

Elton John "The One" and "Sacrifice" (original videos) ❤️

[@calebclunie4001]

He's hyping up a band called "Bennie And The Jets", and how they're going to blow your mind, with their style, and new sounds. Is it for real? No. Anticipation, and excitement, for something new? That's for real, 'cause he hits the audience, with some synth sounds, that were, mostly, new.

[@russelbarnes7235]

This was a song that was incredibly big with the black communities and R. and B lovers. Sir Elton was and remains amazing. Loved this reaction, Peace.

[@notsogood9449]

I’ve always loved this song. This is the song that made me want to learn to play the piano and that was 20 years ago and I’ve been playing the piano ever since.

[@azcarb]

Fun Fact: this song was NOT recorded live. Elton’s record producer, Gus Dudgeon added the live effects to the studio recording. Just recently learned this, myself, on “Professor Of Rock”. You tube channel. Tells you what a good record producer can do.

[@vincentschmitt7597]

The producer made it a hit. It was flooping around like a dying fish until the producer juiced it up.

[@angelagoodwin5758]

Elton John pretty much owned the 70s. SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT, ROCKET MAN, GOODBYE YELLOW BRICK ROAD, and SACRIFICE are great songs to follow up with.

[@mikemiller3069]

I'm not sure but I've always thought that Bennie And The Jets was a musical group with their lead singer being a female named Bennie. She seems to be a trendsetter/celebrity based on the line, "she's got electric boots, a mohair suit, you know I read it in a magazine".

[@meganlynn83]

I listened to this song on repeat, for 14 hours, while I was in labor with my son. 😂

[@robertasirgutz8800]

A complete original. Owned the 70s in the US. Took off after performing at the "Whiskey"in LA. Signed almost immediately. Swag, style and TALENT.

[@sarahzentexas]

He really was, and is, absolutely tremendously talented in a way that makes you question how he’s even possible. 😅🤩

[@uncletom618]

actually he performed at The Trubedor (sp) not the Whiskey

[@robertasirgutz8800]

@@uncletom618 ok.

[@vincentschmitt7597]

The studio production is what made this song pop and become a hit. The reverb and off timed clapping were intentional. Elton said it was an authentic sound to a live audience who is always a beat off.

[@personalcheeses8073]

Bernie Taupin the supreme wordsmith 👏👏

[@bluesfingers1]

I remember in the summer of 1975 going to theater to see "Aloha Bobbie and Rose" This was the opening Sound Track. I have never been able to forget it and still flash back every time I hear it. Thank you for this and keep up the good work.

[@dannycasson1551]

That’s so funny. The is my favorite Elton John song. He’s got an incredible repertoire but there’s something about this song that is so timeless. 🎹 🎶

[@happymethehappyone8300]

A MUST HEAR Classic,, Elton John "Levon"

[@tedcole9936]

Oh, that syncopation! Honestly, it sounds better to me now that it did in the 70's. Great reaction, guys.

[@arsenalmanic]

Elton John "Candle In The wind" He wrote in in 1973 for Marilyn Monroe & later sung for Princess Diana's funeral in 1997 Elton John Circle Of Life Lion King (amazing original Lion king tune) check those 2 out!

[@denisepoole5838]

Hard to realize that Elton John has been recording hits since the late 60's. Kudos to Bernie Tarpin who still writes the lyics while Elton writes the music. Great combo for all these years!!

[@KathleenKelly1953]

Love watching you too! Just found you over the last weekend. Can you do anything by Eric Clapton, like Layla?

[@gallery963]

This reached number one on the R&B charts

[@carolsanchez2528]

U guys need to listen to the album Tumbleweed Coonection … Burn Down the Mission Amazing piano

[@TK-yh4hn]

Madman Across the Water is my favorite Elton John song 🔥🔥🔥

[@happymethehappyone8300]

'Til Tuesday "Voices Carry" (Official Music Video)

[@tyronebrewer3219]

You guys should checkout Pinball Wizard

[@lilmiles4477]

Back in the day radio had formats which meant some songs you heard the same time everyday at 7:15am I was taken off with Benny and Jets my mom would let me stop getting ready for school cause she new it was my fave i was 7 or 8. Love this And the black community ate this song for breakfast.

[@charlesf2804]

If I remember right, Elton did this tune on "Soul Train" back in the day. It crossed over a bit.

[@lindarenee2198]

It crossed over a lot. He was played on radio stations everywhere.

[@pammysplaylist2706]

He was also the first white singer on soul train and we loved it

[@betseyr.9081]

"Harmony" may be my favorite song on this stellar double album, "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road". The album put Elton back onto the charts in a big way in 1974.

[@TravisJames85]

Elton is such a Legend & Icon. He was the first white artist to have a #1 hit on the R&B Charts & the first white artist to perform on Soul Train. Elton once said, "I've always felt like I was a black woman trapped in a white man's body." 😂

[@jam1870utube]

At 51, and all the memories I have lost over the years, I still have a distinct memory of my surroundings(when and where) of when I first heard this song. It was like discovering a timeless, musical treasure, for all to experience and enjoy. Love this feel good song. Who is Bennie and The Jets? I have no idea, but the name sounds like a performer of some kind. Another great, fun Elton John song is CROCIDILE ROCK.

[@chrisharris6206]

Hey guys , Elton John you said. What about one of his classics, Little Jeannie, circa 1980. Philadelphia Freedom.

[@eskayh7734]

I get lost in this song too tbh. Such an interesting piece of music technically, and then Elton's voice and the storytelling makes it all work. Mary J. Blige also sampled "Bennie and the Jets" for her song "Deep Inside." Elton is featured in one of the music videos that were made.

[@pandorafox3944]

A Tribe Called Quest used it also in a song called Solid Wall of Sound

[@markharris1125]

I used to hate this song. I know, what was I thinking? I remember being at a concert, Wembley Arena, and when he hit that first note I decided this was the time to take a break and off I headed to the bathroom (as you would say). I remember being in there and you could still hear the music echoing from the auditorium, and I was thinking, 'Why does he have to play this terrible, disjointed, melody-less mess of a tune? And I was a massive fan, as well. But something sometime switched on in my brain and I realised it's actually a masterpiece. That piano section (starts at about 5 minutes in your video is magnificent) and the way he starts repeating 'Bennie' at the end is wonderful. It is just a fantastic song. In over a year's time he'll be here in London and I'll be in the audience for two concerts, and when he hits that first note I'll be up on my feet - not to go to the bathroom but because I'll be so excited. And when I sit down again, I'll do Asia's little dance in honour of this video. As to what the song means - it's funny you spent the last few minutes describing Elton's flamboyance, his sparkly clothing, his voice, his piano playing - well, that's what it means! The singer is describing this fantastic (fictional) band in just the way you were talking about Elton. I thought it was quite sweet that you didn't realise that you were the singer and Elton was Bennie. But look, he's over there in North America at the moment. I imagine everywhere is sold out, but you two have 158K subs on KZbin, that's quite a calling card. Is a press pass out of the question? Go and hear 'Bennie and the Jets' performed live. You probably won't get another chance. Lovely reaction. I have a comment to make further down, I hope you read that one as well.

[@paulrebori2395]

As Elton was so big in the 70's. It was pop music not Rock and ROLL. a big difference for real rock an rollers. But Elton was great

[@happymethehappyone8300]

The Romantics "What I Like About You" (Official Music Video)

[@user-zm9gj1pc7i]

Black people heard this song and luved it. I am sure EJ had no clue when he wrote the song it would become #1 R&B. This song sounds just as good as it sounded when I heard it for the first time when I was 13. Check out his performance on soul train. He showed out.

[@graemefarrow8]

If you think Eltons piano work is good , Have a listen to Gilbert O,Sullivans music , just as good if not better in my opinion , great reactions btw

[@alvinyoungblood408]

Elton John performed "Bennie and the Jets" live on Soul Train when most people lip synced over athe track and he rocked Soul Train. Also, you should check him out performing it live with Billy Joel, and they're going back and forth on the piano, battling.

[@TexasMagnolia]

Two great masterpieces to see live!! Elton John: Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding(live) Billy Joel: Scenes from an Italian Restaurant (Live from Long Island)

[@mdennis9496]

Going to the other extreme, check out “Border Song” by Elton. Moving song with a pertinent message

[@scottwitt4104]

Great song. One of my favorites from high school days. Not sure if you've listened to Levon and Tiny Dancer also great ones

[@Rayray-kj9cc]

One of my favorites because of the piano! Im with Asia on the groove!

[@AP-gb3eh]

I carried this album with a portable record player out to hang with friends. Way before boom boxes

[@donaldwhite1928]

Dated a girl back in high school in the mid seventies and when this song came all she could say was TURN IT UP

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Timbuk 3 "Life Is Hard" (Official Music Video)

[@johngalego1284]

You should check out Crocodile Rock by Elton John awesome song from my late teens

[@LanceG24]

This song is fire!!!! I love Elton John music! I was singing to the top of my lungs!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@carollittle1059]

Hey BJ, if you like piano work check out some of Mickey Gilley catalogue.

[@Bear78420]

I’d recommend “Take Me To the Pilot”. It’s a great, fun song of his. Upbeat n very danceable 😁

[@happymethehappyone8300]

OMC "How Bizarre" (Official Music Video)

[@johnmccarthy568]

great reaction. my fav elton song, he didnt think this was good enough to release as a single, but it went straight to no.1 in the black music charts, and become one his biggest and well known songs

[@kennethspears22]

I was 8 when this came out. This was the 1st non R&B that I ever listened to. Which paved the way for me to listen to rock n roll.

[@knightngail1]

Sir Elton is a piano playing fool!! He's showing it all off in this tune!! IMHO 🎹😎🎤

[@laudanum669]

I saw Elton in 1979 in a small theater (3,000 Capacity) I was 13. He played for an an Hour and a half then there was an intermission he came back out and player for another Hour and a half. It was amazing, I still have the program.

[@Prone2Thrill]

I know you read the comments bc you've hearted some of mine before - I hope you strongly consider some of IMO his best stuff from early on - songs like Burn down the mission, Captn Fantastic and All the girls love Alice!!! Also BJ you want more great piano legends check out Leon Russell (who played with Joe Cocker too) on his song Tightrope and another great song from LR is A song for you or Masquerade and Stranger in a strange land are fantastic songs!

[@clydevarner5682]

Elton John is a very talented guy! All these songs are taking me back back, and back.. He has made a lot of great music over the years. So young lady and young man, keep them coming! Love it😎💯✌️

[@veadairavani5692]

THIS is the song that introduced me to Elton John. He is phenomenal!! That is all. Just phenomenal, and we have to thank Bernie Taupin, who who was his long time lyricist.

[@dannykeever9412]

Hey guys! Thanks for checking out my all time favorite song!! Peace love and happiness to you both and everyone else checking out this one!

[@scorpiothegreat1]

Elton John - “I’m still standing”!!!!

[@johnthegreek5836]

You can’t go wrong with Sir Elton, always great music and from a great album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road

[@mistymichelle9957]

I absolutely love Elton's sound. My parents played tons of his music when I was growing up. I'm going to request one of his lesser known songs, based on never seeing it in the comments. Could y'all check out his song, "Blue Eyes"? It's slower, but hauntingly good. 💙 from a couple hours south!

[@frikster5542]

Elton wrote the music to this song as an homage to glam rock, a style defined by outrageous costumes that was popular in the early '70s, especially in the UK. Artists like David Bowie and Gary Glitter got into the act, but for Elton, it was an extension of his personality - he really was gay and liked to wear feminine clothes on stage. He became known for his wild appearance and collection of gaudy sunglasses.

[@jackndan6603]

My first concert was Elton in Vancouver 1974. My sis loved him. Thanks you guy's. Great memory for me!!!🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦😊

[@mac2920]

saw him in person. Arie Crown Theatre Chicago 1972-great band

[@vintagehighlights]

I saw him live in Central Park in the '80's. He played that one-key note and all of Central Park went CRAZY! An outdoor concert I'll never forget.

[@studiodudeshed39]

"Bennie and the Jets", a fictional band of whom the song's narrator is a fan

[@keefmack]

In those old days Elton had one heck of a band

[@godcandy108]

Can't wait for your reaction to Kate Bush's Wuthering Heights (white dress video version)!!!

[@marycampbell8855]

Yes!

[@tyronebrewer3219]

Asia has a glow to her face after the Superbowl, can you say pie in the face!😆😆

[@gailgregory95]

Elton is the GOAT.

[@viacrucis2509]

Classic party Anthem! 1973 maybe! Elton was his best in the 70’s. I was in 7th grade when this hit.

[@krisdoggett483]

"Levon", "Take Me To the Pilot", "Burn Down the Mission", "My Father's Gun", "Crocodile Rock", "Honky Cat", "Elderberry Wine", "Have Mercy On the Criminal", "Daniel", "Rocket Man", "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting".

[@alangriggs6355]

The 70.s wouldn't have been the same without Elton John

[@xmoomoo9158]

He ruled the 70’s … I was a huge fan!

[@missybaker1608]

I miss Elton John on tour Your Song 1969, Crocodile Rock 1972, Teacher i Need You, 1972, one of my favorites, Benny and the Jets 1974, Someone Saved my Life tonight, 1975, just too many hits to remember from this talented musician. Iconic pianist. My favorite has to be Elton John. My brother got me hooked.

[@kierstenridgway4634]

One of my favorites. Totally takes me back! Ahh the 70s.... I made my grandson a stuffed bear for Christmas this year and named it Bennie. In honor.

[@MetryTyger]

Awesome review y'all. Some other EJ suggestions: Rocket Man (album cut is hauntingly beautiful - turn it up to hear the bass and synthesizers!); Ticking, Indian Sunset, Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters, Daniel, GBYBR, etc...

[@jimmy-et1pm]

Elton has been getting done for nearly 50 YEARS...The greatest single artist of ALL TIME. Better than Elvis or Michael....