B.J. the D.J.

Stonewall Jackson

About B.J. the D.J.

"B. J. the D. J." is a song written by Hugh X. Lewis, and made famous by country music star Stonewall Jackson. Released in November 1963, "B. J. the D. J." was Jackson's second and final No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in February 1964; the song had a 22-week run in the chart's top 40.


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A story bout a pal of mine who worked down near the Georgia Line
A DJ in a little country station

Everybody loved him dear cause he played what they liked to hear
He built himself a quite a reputation

At record hops he stayed out late and his mom would always wait
To see if he had made it home alive

She warned against his loss of sleep and driving fast in that old heap
And that he had to be at work by five.

BJ the DJ you're living much too fast
And if you don't change your ways don't see how you can last.

Every morning just past four from the driveway he would roar
Overslept and he was late again.

Then at breakneck speed he'd drive to sign the station on at five
He had lots of records he must spin.

His mom said by the radio until his voice told her hello
She knew then that he made it there alright

Then she'd say a little prayer, giving thanks that he was there. And she'd wait up for him again tonight

Then one cold and rainy morn all the tires were badly worn
But still he screeched off just as fast this time.

BJ had a lot of nerve but he completely missed the curve
And he signed off down near the Georgia Line

Mom sat by the radio the voice she heard she didn't know
BJ'd never been this late before

But with the road so bad and all she'd wait a while before she called
And then she heard the knock upon the door

BJ the DJ only twenty four a wreck at ninety miles an hour he'll spin the hits no more. 

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Stonewall Jackson

Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson (January 21, 1824 – May 10, 1863) was a Confederate general during the American Civil War, and one of the best-known Confederate commanders after General Robert E. Lee. His military career includes the Valley Campaign of 1862 and his service as a corps commander in the Army of Northern Virginia under Robert E. Lee. Confederate pickets accidentally shot him at the Battle of Chancellorsville on May 2, 1863. The general survived with the loss of an arm to amputation, but died of complications from pneumonia eight days later. His death was a severe setback for the Confederacy, affecting not only its military prospects, but also the morale of its army and of the general public. more »

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Written by: HUGH X. LEWIS

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13 facts about this song

Song Creation
"B.J. the DJ" was released in 1963 and became a popular country music hit.
Artist Background
Stonewall Jackson, whose real name is Thomas Jackson, was an American country singer and an important figure in the Nashville country music community.
Ranking and Success
This song reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart scoring Stonewall Jackson his second and last number one hit on this list.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of "B.J. the DJ" tell a tragic story of a young disc jockey who loses his life due to his irresponsible driving habits.
Chart Performance
Not just in the U.S., the song also hit the number one spot in Canada on the RPM Country Tracks Chart.
Length of Song
"B.J. the D.J." runs for a duration of 2 minutes and 52 seconds.
Songwriter
The song was written by Hugh X. Lewis, an American country music artist and songwriter known for his unique style and powerful lyrics.
Album
"B.J. the DJ" is a part of Stonewall Jackson's seventh studio album also entitled "B.J. the DJ."
Release Details
The single was released through Columbia Records, a highly prestigious recording label.
Musical Style
The song is quintessentially country, showcasing the deep, rich vocals of Stonewall Jackson and the traditional country music instrumentation.
Unique Traits
"B.J. the D.J." is notable for its compelling storytelling style, a common feature in traditional country songs, presenting a slice-of-life narrative that resonates with listeners.
Cultural Impact
The song serves as an example of the tragic story song, a popular theme in country music during the 1960s.
Inspirations
The song is said to be inspired by the real-life person, prominent disc jockey Bill 'Hoss' Allen, who was a well-known radio personality in Nashville.

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