Taupin (released eponymously in the U.S.) is the debut studio album by longtime Elton John lyricist Bernie Taupin.

It is a spoken word album of his poetry with music that revolves around the theme.

The album was produced by Gus Dudgeon and coordinated by Steve Brown.

All songs written by Bernie Taupin, Caleb Quaye, and Davey Johnstone, except where noted.