Johnny Got a Boom Boom

Imelda May

About Johnny Got a Boom Boom

"Johnny Got a Boom Boom" is a song by Irish rockabilly musician Imelda May. Written solely by May, the song was released as her debut single, and lead single from her second studio album, Love Tattoo, on 26 January 2009 on Ambassador Records, a sub-label of Universal Music Ireland. The song gained significant popularity in Ireland and the United Kingdom upon its release and launched May into mainstream success after her performance of the song on Later... with Jools Holland on 23 September 2008. The song is also featured on the 2010 comedy-action movie Wild Target. 


Year:
2009
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He got me with a hook
Those big bass notes
Thunder in my chest
Stuck in my throat
Pulling me down
Like a rumble in the ground
Crawls up from the depths
With a deep down sound

Johnny got a boom boom
Johnny got a bam
He got a

Big bomb body
Lonely neck
Swear it was a woman
That he had in his grip
Big vibrations, yeah
Just one glance
He'd gonna blow my mind
He's gonna make me wanna
Make me wanna, oh

Watch that man
See what's in his hands
Got no joy
He's a big bad boy

He's gonna freak you out
You're gonna shriek out loud
He's got you in his hands
He's gonna make you wanna
Make you wanna, oh

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Imelda May

Imelda Mary Higham (born Imelda Mary Clabby on 10 July 1974), professionally known as Imelda May, is an Irish musician and singer-songwriter. Born and raised in The Liberties area of Dublin, May began her career in music at age sixteen—performing with a number of local bands and musicians— before forming her own band in 2002. She released her debut studio album, No Turning Back, in 2003 and relocated to London, United Kingdom with husband and guitarist Darrel Higham after its release. Following an appearance on the BBC music programme Later... with Jools Holland in 2008, she released her second studio album, Love Tattoo (2009). May collaborated and toured with a number of artists following its release. Her similarly-received third studio album, Mayhem, was re… more »

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11 facts about this song

Genre
"Johnny Got a Boom Boom" is a rockabilly song, a genre that blends elements of rock and roll and country music.
Songwriter
Imelda May herself wrote the song, showcasing her songwriting skills.
Album
This song is a track from Imelda May's second studio album titled "Love Tattoo."
Critical Success
The song received positive reviews from critics for its catchy tune and originality within the rockabilly genre.
Debut
"Johnny Got a Boom Boom" was released in 2009 and was her first single to gain significant attention.
Inspiration
The song is said to be inspired by the traditional Irish bodhran drum, reflected in the recurring rhythmic 'boom boom' beat.
Chart Performance
Despite being well-received, it did not chart heavily, reflecting the more alternative or niche market for rockabilly music.
Live Performances
"Johnny Got a Boom Boom" is a staple of Imelda May's live sets and is famously performed with an energy and passion that highlights her performance strength.
Video
The song's music video is an interesting blend of vintage aesthetics and modern recording quality, mirroring the song's genre fusion.
Genre Influence
The song has been considered influential in the resurgence of interest in rockabilly music in the late 2000s and early 2010s.
Instrumentation
"Johnny Got a Boom Boom" is notable for its unique blend of instruments including the double bass, electric guitar, and bodhran.

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