Jazzman
Carole King
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Lift me, won't you lift me above the old routine; Make it nice, play it clean jazzman. When the jazzman's testifyin' a faithless man believes He can sing you into paradise or bring you to your knees. It's a gospel kind of feelin', a touch of Georgia slide, A song of pure revival and a style that's sanctified. Jazzman take my blues away; Make my pain the same as yours with every change you play. Jazzman, oh jazzman. When the jazzman's signifyin', and the band is windin' low. It's the late night side of morning in the darkness of his soul. He can fill a room with sadness as he fills his horn with tears. He can cry like a fallen angel when risin' time is near. Jazzman take my blues away; Make my pain the same as yours with every change you play. Oh lift me, won't you lift me with ev'ry turn around; Play it sweetly, take me down, oh jazzman.
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Written by: CAROLE KING
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22 facts about this song
Composition"Jazzman" was co-written by Carole King and David Palmer. Palmer penned the lyrics while King composed the music.
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Chart Performance"Jazzman" was released in 1974 and reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was Carole King's last top 10 hit of the 1970s.
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Album DetailsThe song was included in King's seventh studio album "Wrap Around Joy", which topped the Billboard Pop Albums chart.
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Grammy Nomination"Jazzman" received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1975.
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Song InspirationThis song was inspired by jazz musicians, specifically saxophonist Tom Scott who performed the saxophone solo in the song.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has often been lauded for King's impressive vocal range and heartfelt performance. Critics also praised the jazz-inspired arrangement and the standout saxophone solo.
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Song's LegacyDespite not reaching the number one spot, "Jazzman" has remained one of King's most recognized and beloved songs, maintaining regular airplay on classic hits and adult contemporary radio stations.
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Cover ArtistSeveral artists have covered "Jazzman", including Lisa Simpson in an episode of "The Simpsons", emphasizing the song's wide influence and enduring popularity.
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Musical Structure"Jazzman" features a prominent saxophone solo, reflective of its title and theme, and showcases Carole King's signature blend of pop and jazz.
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Live PerformancesKing often included "Jazzman" in her live performances, including her notable appearance at the 1975 Concert for Bangladesh.
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Artist Detail"Jazzman" is a song performed by American singer-songwriter Carole King.
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Album NameThe song appears on King's 1974 album, "Wrap Around Joy."
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Chart Success"Jazzman" reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States in November 1974.
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Grammy RecognitionThe song was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1975 for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
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Song CollaborationThe song was co-written by Carole King and her long-time collaborator David Palmer.
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Musical Genre"Jazzman" is a pop song that features a significant jazz influence, hence the title.
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Musicians FeaturedNoted jazz musician Tom Scott plays the saxophone solo in the song.
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Song InspirationThe song is a tribute to musicians in the jazz genre and represents King's appreciation for jazz music.
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Billboard Adult Contemporary Charts"Jazzman" also reached number 5 on the US Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Lisa Simpson in an episode of the animated sitcom The Simpsons.
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Song DurationThe original studio version of the song runs approximately 3 minutes and 45 seconds.
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Song Recognition"Jazzman" is often cited as one of Carole King's most well-known and popular songs.
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