Jennifer Juniper
Donovan
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Jennifer Juniper, lives upon the hill Jennifer Juniper, sitting very still Is she sleeping? I don't think so Is she breathing? Yes, very low Whatcha doing, Jennifer, my love? Jennifer Juniper, rides a dappled mare Jennifer Juniper, lilacs in her hair Is she dreaming? Yes, I think so Is she pretty? Yes, ever so Whatcha doing, Jennifer, my love? I'm thinking of what it would be like if she loved me And how just lately this happy song, it came along And I like to somehow try and tell you Jennifer Juniper, hair of golden flax Jennifer Juniper, longs for what she lacks Do you like her? Yes, I do, sir Would you love her? Yes, I would, sir Whatcha doing, Jennifer, my love? Jennifer Juniper Jennifer Juniper Jennifer Juniper Jennifer Juniper, vit sur la colline Jennifer Juniper, assise très tranquille Dort-elle? Je ne crois pas Respire-t-elle? Oui, mais tout bas Qu'est-ce que tu fais, Jenny, mon amour? Jennifer Juniper Jennifer Juniper Jennifer Juniper
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8 facts about this song
Album and Release"Jennifer Juniper" is a song by British singer-songwriter Donovan.
- It was initially released as a single in February 1968 and later included in his album "The Hurdy Gurdy Man".
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Song InspirationThe song was allegedly written about Jennifer Boyd, the sister of George Harrison's then-wife, Pattie Boyd.
- Jenny Boyd was a British model and former sister-in-law of both Eric Clapton and George Harrison; she had relationships with musicians Mick Fleetwood and Ian Wallace.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
- It also reached No. 1 on the Billboard Easy Listening chart, giving Donovan his first No. 1 hit on this chart.
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Song StructureThe song is known for its catchy melody and simple, whimsical lyrics.
- It is characterized by Donovan's soft, expressive vocal style and its lush orchestration arranged by John Cameron.
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Cultural ReferencesThe song has been covered by numerous artists, including Hole, Richie Havens, The Standells, and others.
- It has also been featured in several movies and television shows, including 'Taking Woodstock' (2009) and the TV series 'Girls' (2012).
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Recording SessionThe recording session for "Jennifer Juniper" includes Donovan on vocals and acoustic guitar, Big Jim Sullivan on lead guitar, Danny Thompson on bass, and Tony Carr on drums and percussion.
- Famous producer Mickie Most helped Donovan with the production of this song.
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Language FeatureThe song includes a French version of the chorus, in line with Donovan's penchant for mixing different languages and cultures in his music.
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Donovan's DiscographyDonovan is known for his distinctive folk and pop music blending elements of jazz, pop, and world music.
- "Jennifer Juniper" is one of several of Donovan’s hits from the late 1960s, following songs like "Sunshine Superman" and "Mellow Yellow".
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