Jenny, Jenny

Little Richard

About Jenny, Jenny

"Jenny, Jenny" is a 1957 song written by American musician Little Richard and Enotris Johnson and recorded and released by Little Richard. It was featured on Penniman's debut album, Here's Little Richard and peaked at number ten on the US Billboard Hot 100 and reached number two on the Hot Rhythm and Blues Singles chart. The song featured Penniman and studio musicians for Cosimo Matassa's J&M Studios in New Orleans that had been recording with Penniman since September 1955 including drummer Earl Palmer and saxophonists Lee Allen and Alvin "Red" Tyler. Penniman re-recorded the song three times in his career, the first version re-recorded for his 1966 Modern album, The Incredible Little Richard Sings His Greatest Hits - Live!, the 1967 live album, Little Richard's Greatest Hits: Recorded Live!, for an album titled Mr. Big, which included re-recorded studio versions of Penniman's classic hits recorded between 1964 and 1965, and his 1976 album, Little Richard Live, with another re-recorded studio version. 


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Jenny Jenny Jenny, won't you come along with me,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny,
Jenny Jenny Jenny, won't you come along with me,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny,
You know that I love, we could live so happily,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny.

Spinnin' spinnin' spinnin', spinnin' like a spinnin' top,
Spinnin' spinnin', ooo, spinnin' spinnin',
Spinnin' spinnin' spinnin', spinnin' like a spinnin' top,
Spinnin' spinnin', ooo, spinnin' spinnin',
Crazy little partner, you ought to see us reel and rock,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny.

Jenny Jenny Jenny, you know that you're my girl,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny,
Jenny Jenny Jenny, you know that you're my girl,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny,
You know that I'll need, I'll buy you diamond rings and pearl,
Jenny Jenny, ahhh

Jenny Jenny Jenny, won't you come along with me,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny,
Jenny Jenny Jenny, won't you come along with me,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny,
You know that I love, we could live so happily,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny.

Spinnin' spinnin' spinnin', spinnin' like a spinnin' top,
Spinnin' spinnin', ooo, spinnin' spinnin',
Spinnin' spinnin' spinnin', spinnin' like a spinnin' top,
Spinnin' spinnin', ooo, spinnin' spinnin',
Crazy little partner, you ought to see us reel and rock,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny.

Jenny Jenny Jenny, you know that you're my girl,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny,
Jenny Jenny Jenny, you know that you're my girl,
Jenny Jenny, ooo, Jenny Jenny,
You know that I'll need, I'll buy you diamond rings and pearl,

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Little Richard

Richard Wayne Penniman (born December 5, 1932), known by the stage name Little Richard, is an American singer, songwriter, musician, recording artist, and actor, considered key in the transition from rhythm and blues to rock and roll in the mid-1950s. He was also the first artist to put the funk in the rock and roll beat and contributed significantly to the early development of soul music. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame website entry on Penniman states that: more »

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Written by: Entoris Johnson, Richard Penniman

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22 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Jenny, Jenny" was released by iconic American musician, Little Richard. Known as one of the pioneers of rock n' roll, Richard influenced countless musicians across genres and decades.
Release Year
The song was released in the year 1957. It was an era when rock n' roll was starting to really shake up the music industry and cultural norms.
Lyrics Composition
The song was co-written by Little Richard along with Enotris Johnson in the mid-50s.
Album Inclusion
"Jenny, Jenny" is included in Little Richard's second studio album, "Little Richard", which was released in July 1958.
Chart Performance
The song performed well on music charts upon release, reaching No. 10 on the U.S. pop charts and No. 2 on the R&B charts in the summer of 1957.
Musical Style
"Jenny, Jenny" perfectly encapsulated Richard's signature frenetic piano playing and his full-throated, high-energy vocals. The song's up-tempo beat and influential rhythm made it a pillar of the rock n' roll genre.
Cultural Influence
"Jenny, Jenny" along with some other hits played a key role in integrating music by breaking down color boundaries in the mainstream music scene.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists, including The Kingsmen and Tom Jones, which speaks to its enduring popularity and influence.
Live Performances
"Jenny, Jenny" remained a staple of Little Richard's live performances throughout his career, even as he explored other musical styles and dresses.
Legacy
The song is recognized as one of Little Richard’s greatest hits and is often hailed as a classic example of rock n' roll. Its influence extends to present-day artists and it continues to be heard on classic rock radio stations.
Song Composition
"Jenny, Jenny" is an infectious rock 'n' roll song composed by the legendary singer Little Richard and Enotris Johnson.
Release Year
The song was released in 1957 during the pinnacle of his career, continuing the singer's escalation to fame.
Album
It was featured in Little Richard's second album, titled "Little Richard, Volume 2."
Chart Performance
"Jenny, Jenny" was a substantial chart success. It landed in the Top 10 of the Billboard pop charts, peaking at No. 10.
R&B Chart
Furthermore, it performed exceptionally in the R&B chart, reaching No. 2.
Inspirational Lyrics
"Jenny, Jenny" adheres to Little Richard's trademark style of using names repetitively in lyrics, like his popular tunes "Tutti Frutti" and "Good Golly, Miss Molly".
Live Performances
The song was notably performed live by Little Richard in the 1956 film "Don't Knock the Rock."
Notable Covers
Many other artists, including the likes of Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels, Etta James, and Chuck Berry, have covered "Jenny, Jenny."
Song's Genre
Classed as rhythm and blues, "Jenny, Jenny" has also contributed significantly to the development of rock 'n' roll due to its energetic piano-playing and saxophone solos.
Little Richard's Style
The song is an excellent showcase of Little Richard's signatory energetic boogie-woogie piano, complemented by his exciting and powerful vocal performance.
Lasting Impact
Despite being over 60 years old, "Jenny, Jenny" remains a beloved classic of Little Richard's discography and a staple within the history of rock 'n' roll.
Song Duration
The original recording of the song runs for a duration of 2 minutes 4 seconds, typical of Little Richard's straight-to-the-point style of crafting songs.

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