The Lumberjack
Jackyl
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I was born in the backwoods Of a two-bit nowhere town Fathered up some rock 'n' roll (baby) So you muthers could boogie down I ain't whistling dixie No I'm a rebel with a groove All around the world the ygo 'round and 'round When they dig on my new stainless steel sound I'm a lumberjack baby I'm gonna cut you down to size I'm a lumberjack baby And you're the one that gets my prize And when you hear my motor running You know I surely be coppin' a rise So I'm gonna crank it up and cut it down I'm a lumberjack baby I'm a lumberjack now baby I'm a lumberjack baby I'm a lumberjack baby But I ain't jacked my lumber baby Since my chain saw you
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Written by: JESSE JAMES DUPREE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Band History"The Lumberjack" is a song by the American rock band Jackyl. Formed in 1991, Jackyl is famous for its fusion of Southern metal and Hard rock.
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Track DetailsIt's one of the songs from their self-titled debut album, "Jackyl", which was released in 1993.
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Unique InstrumentWhat makes "The Lumberjack" particularly interesting is the use of a chainsaw as a musical instrument. This became one of the trademarks of the band.
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Live PerformancesThe song is often a highlight of Jackyl's live performances, with lead vocalist Jesse James Dupree doing a chainsaw solo by carving up a wooden stool on stage.
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Chart PerformanceThe song did not perform well on the music charts. However, it gained a cult following and remains among Jackyl's most popular songs.
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ControversyDue to the band's use of a chainsaw as an instrument in "The Lumberjack," Jackyl has faced some controversy for promoting reckless behavior.
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Innovative Music VideoThe official music video for "The Lumberjack" is equally unique, featuring the band in various professional lumberjack activities.
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Carpenter ConnectionJesse James Dupree is known for his interest in woodworking and has claimed in interviews that the idea for "The Lumberjack" came from his past experience as a carpenter.
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Long-standing TraditionSince the release of "The Lumberjack," Jackyl has continued to feature chainsaw solos in their live performances and subsequent recordings.
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Cultural ImpactDespite not being a commercial hit, the unique use of a chainsaw in "The Lumberjack" has earned the song a place in rock history. It's often cited as a notable example of the use of unconventional instruments in rock music.
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CertificationThe album "Jackyl", which includes "The Lumberjack", was certified Platinum which indicates over a million copies sold. It showcases that even without singles charting highly, the album was well received.
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