Along Came Jones
The Coasters
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I'll never let you go Why? Because I love you I'll always love you so Why? Because you love me No broken hearts for us 'Cause we love each other And with our faith and trust There could be no other Why? 'Cause I love you Why? 'Cause you love me I think you're awfully sweet Why? Because I love you You say I'm your special treat Why? Because you love me We found the perfect love Yes, a love that's yours and mine I love you and love you me All the time (I'll never let you go) (Why? Because I love you) Yes, I love you (I'll always love you so) (Why? Because you love me) Yes, you love me We found the perfect love Yes, a love that's yours and mine I love you and love you me I love you and love you me We'll love each other, dear Forever
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Written by: Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller
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10 facts about this song
Song History"Along Came Jones" was released in 1959 by the American doo-wop group, The Coasters.
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SongwritersThe song was written by the legendary songwriting duo Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller.
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Chart Performance"Along Came Jones" reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of The Coasters' biggest hits.
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Song StyleThe song is renowned for its humorous narrative and is reminiscent of radio serials and Western films, intersecting R&B with pop.
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Lyric ThemeThe lyrics tell the story of a fictional cowboy hero named Jones who keeps rescuing the damsel in distress on various TV channels.
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Song Influence"Along Came Jones" has been covered by various artists, including Ray Stevens in 1969 whose version also charted in the Billboard Hot 100.
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Cultural Influence"Along Came Jones" is notable for its influence on the sub-genre of novelty songs, setting the precedent for comedic songs in popular music.
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Film InfluenceThe song's title is a reference to an old movie with Gary Cooper called "Along Came Jones" (1945), however, the song is not related to the film plot.
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Notable PerformancesIn live performances, The Coasters often enacted the narrative of the song, contributing to their reputation as a vibrant and entertaining musical act.
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Album RecordingsThe song was included in several albums of the band such as, "The Coasters", "Their Greatest Recordings: The Early Years", and "50 Coastin' Classics".
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