Jump in My Car

Ted Mulry Gang

About Jump in My Car

"Jump in My Car" is a song originally recorded by Australian rock band Ted Mulry Gang in 1975. The song was written by Australian singer Ted Mulry and guitarist Les Hall, and was the first hit for the band in Australia. "Jump In My Car" was number one in Australia in 1976 for six weeks.


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Jump in my car, I want to ta-ake you home
Mmm, jump in my car, it's too far to walk on your ow-own
No thank you sir-ir
Ah, see'mon, I'm a trustworthy guy

No thank you sir-ir
Oh little girl I wouldn't tell you no lie
I know your ga-ame
How can you say that, we only just met

You're all the sa-ame
Ooh, she's got me there, but I'll get her yet
I got you there-ere
No you didn't, I was catchin' my breath 

And look it's startin' to rain and baby you'll catch your death
Well, I don't know-ow
Ah, come on it costs nothin' to try 
And you'll arrive ho-ome nice and dry

Mmm-mmm, jump in my car, I want to ta-ake you home
See'mon jump in my car, it's too far to walk on your ow-own

Mmm-mmm, jump in my car, I want to ta-ake you home
See'mon jump in my car, it's too far to walk on your ow-own
Well maybe I wi-ill
Ah, that's better now, your talkin' sense

Jeepers keep still
Well, if you like I'll just put up a fence
No need to get smar-art
Well alright we'll soon be on our-our way-ay

We better start
What for?
Because it's such a long way-ay
Well, why, where d'you live

I live down south, it's roughly eighty-four mi-iles
Hey slow down, you must be jokin' there behind that cute smile
Oh, no I'm no-ot
Well, if you're not there's only one thing to say-ay

And what's tha-at?
Get out the car, get on your way

Get out of my car
But you just said tha-at you'd take me home
Well, if it's not too far-are
But there's no way that I can get there alone

I couldn't care less
Maybe I cou-ould see you next week
But you look a me-ess
Look who's talkin', you got no right to spea-e

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Ted Mulry Gang

Martin Albert Mulry (2 September 1947 – 1 September 2001) professionally known as Ted Mulry, was an English-born Australian singer, songwriter, bass player and guitarist. As a solo artist, his second single, "Falling in Love Again" (February 1971), reached No. 11 on the Go-Set National Top 60. From September 1972 he led his own band, Ted Mulry Gang, which were also credited as TMG. They had a number-one hit single on the Kent Music Report with "Jump in My Car" (September 1975) and top ten appearances with a cover version of "Darktown Strutters' Ball" (February 1976), and with "Jamaica Rum" (January 1977) and "My Little Girl" (May). Their second album, Struttin' (May 1976), also reached the top ten. The group disbanded in 1986, although periodically reformed. … more »

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Written by: TED MULRY

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Artist: Ted Mulry and Ted Mulry Gang
Ted Mulry is an Australian singer-songwriter, bass player and producer. - He initially gained fame as a solo artist in the early 70s with songs like "Julia" and "Falling in Love Again". - Later he formed the band Ted Mulry Gang in 1972, also known as TMG, and they went on to become one of the most popular bands in Australia during the 70s.
Jump in My Car
Released in February 1976, "Jump in My Car" was a single by the Ted Mulry Gang. - It was written by Ted Mulry himself and Les Hall, another member of the band. - The song was a massive hit and reached number 1 on the Australian Kent Music Report Singles Chart.
Popularity & Sales
"Jump in My Car" remained at number 1 on the chart for six weeks, cementing its place as a classic in Australian pop/rock music. - The single was certified gold in Australia, indicating sales of over 50,000 units.
Genre
Its musical style reflects the popular glam rock trend of the mid-70s, with a catchy chorus and straightforward rock 'n roll instrumentation.
Cover Versions
In 2006, David Hasselhoff covered "Jump in My Car" and the resurgent interest in the song helped it to achieve new success internationally.
Legacy
"Jump in My Car" continues to be played regularly on classic rock radio stations in Australia, and it is often included in compilations of great Australian rock songs. - Since Mulry's death in 2001, the song has also served as a powerful reminder of his musical talents.
Music Video
The iconic music video features Ted Mulry and the rest of the Ted Mulry Gang cruising around in a two-door convertible, concerts scenes and captivating viewers with their energetic performances.

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