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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
G · Am · C · D · Em
Bennie and the Jets Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · Am · C · D · Em
Bennie and the Jets Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · Am · C · D · Em
Bennie and the Jets Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · Am · C · D · Em
Bennie and the Jets Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · Am · C · D · Em
Bennie and the Jets Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · Am · C · D · Em
Bennie and the Jets Chords – Harmonica
Elton John’s glam rock anthem about a futuristic band and its enigmatic leader. Intermediate difficulty in the key of G.
Boogie Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Emphasize the downbeats to capture the song’s stomping, piano-driven groove.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G
C
G
C – G
C
Chorus
C
G
Am – C
G
C
G
C
G – C
Verse 2
G
C
G
C
G
C
Chorus
C
G
Am – C
G
C
G
C
G – C
Bridge
Am – C (×4)
Outro / Vamp
G – C – G – C (×8)
Practice tip: For the iconic “B-B-B-Bennie” line, try muting the strings with your fretting hand on the downstrokes to mimic the stuttering, percussive effect of the original recording.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Bennie and the Jets"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: G, Am, C, D and Em.
Is "Bennie and the Jets" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Bennie and the Jets" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Bennie and the Jets"?
It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1973.