Jackson

Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash

About Jackson

"Jackson" is a song written in 1963 by Billy Edd Wheeler and Jerry Leiber and first recorded by Wheeler. It is best known from two 1967 releases: a pop hit single by Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood, which reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 39 Easy Listening, and a country hit single by Johnny Cash and June Carter, which reached number two on the Billboard Country Singles chart and has become more appreciated by non-country audiences in recent years as a result of Cash's continued popularity and its use in the 2011 film The Help.  


Year:
1994
2:44
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We got married in a fever, hotter than a pepper sprout,
We've been talkin' 'bout Jackson, ever since the fire went out.
I'm goin' to Jackson, I'm gonna mess around,
Yeah, I'm goin' to Jackson,
Look out Jackson town.

Well, go on down to Jackson; go ahead and wreck your health.
Go play your hand you big-talkin' man, make a big fool of yourself,
Yeah, go to Jackson; go comb your hair!
Honey, I'm gonna snowball Jackson.
See if I care.

When I breeze into that city, people gonna stoop and bow. (Hah!)
All them women gonna make me, teach 'em what they don't know how,
I'm goin' to Jackson, you turn-a loose-a my coat.
'Cause I'm goin' to Jackson.
"Goodbye," that's all she wrote.

But they'll laugh at you in Jackson, and I'll be dancin' on a Pony Keg.
They'll lead you 'round town like a scalded hound,
With your tail tucked between your legs,
Yeah, go to Jackson, you big-talkin' man.
And I'll be waitin' in Jackson, behind my Jaypan Fan,

Well now, we got married in a fever, hotter than a pepper Sprout,
We've been talkin' 'bout Jackson, ever since the fire went.
I'm goin' to Jackson, and that's a fact.
Yeah, we're goin' to Jackson, ain't never comin' back.

Well, we got married in a fever, hotter than a pepper sprout'
And we've been talkin' 'bout Jackson, ever since the fire went...

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Johnny Cash

John R. "Johnny" Cash (February 26, 1932 – September 12, 2003), was an American singer-songwriter, actor, and author, who has been called one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Although he is primarily remembered as a country music icon, his songs and sound spanned many other genres including rockabilly and rock and roll—especially early in his career—as well as blues, folk, and gospel. This crossover appeal led to Cash being inducted in the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and Gospel Music Hall of Fame. more »

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Written by: Jerry Leiber, Billy Edd Wheeler

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21 facts about this song

Origin
"Jackson" is a song written by Lee Hazlewood and popularized by Johnny Cash and June Carter, who won a Grammy Award in 1968 for their rendition of the song.
Nancy Sinatra's Version
Despite being popularized by Cash and Carter, the song was originally recorded by Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood in late 1966, prior to the Cash/Carter version.
Song Meaning
This classic country tune is about a married couple who are finding life a bit dull. They both desire to go off to the exciting city of Jackson, where they can party and flirt.
Grammy Winning Performance
The version by Johnny Cash and June Carter won the 1967 Grammy Award for Best Country & Western Performance Duet, Trio or Group.
Chart Success
The Cash–Carter version reached number two on the Billboard Country Singles’ chart and number 18 on the Pop chart.
June Carter's Input
June Carter, Johnny Cash's wife, contributed significantly to the song's success by playing along with the wild, free-spirited woman referenced in the song.
Use in Media
"Jackson" has appeared in numerous movies and TV shows, including The Help and more recently, in the miniseries Big Little Lies, indicating its staying power across different media and generations.
Numerous Covers
The song "Jackson" has been covered by many musical artists across different genres, including Florence + The Machine and Arctic Monkeys' lead vocalist Alex Turner.
Love and Infidelity Theme
"Jackson" is often described as a song about love and infidelity that brilliantly captures the turbulent relationship between Cash and Carter.
Release Date
Although Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood originally recorded "Jackson" in 1966, the song was not released as a single until 1970.
Romantic Connection
Interestingly, both Cash/Carter and Sinatra/Hazlewood, who recorded "Jackson", were romantically involved with each other, which is probably why they both managed to produce such emotionally-charged versions of the track.
Concept Origin
"Jackson" is a song that was written by Billy Edd Wheeler and Jerry Leiber. It became popular when Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash covered it in 1967.
Lyrics Theme
The song is about a married couple who are facing boredom and hopelessness in their relationship. The husband wants to go to the wild and bustling city of Jackson in hopes to let loose, while his wife doubts his abilities and says she will follow to rescue him when he inevitably fails.
Award Winner
The version of “Jackson” that Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash performed won a Grammy Award in 1968 for Best Country & Western Performance Duet, Trio or Group.
Critical Reception
“Jackson” is among Cash's most beloved songs and has been praised for its storytelling as well as the chemistry between Cash and Carter.
Lee Hazlewood and Nancy Sinatra Version
The song was also famously covered by Lee Hazlewood and Nancy Sinatra in 1967 for Sinatra's album "Country, My Way." Their version reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Timeless Covers
Since the original releases, "Jackson" has been covered by many artists spanning multiple generations, such as Florence + The Machine in 2010.
Popular Culture Reference
Apart from music, the song “Jackson” has been featured in numerous films and TV show soundtracks, including the 2011 film 'The Help'.
Cash's Personal Life
Notably, Cash and Carter were married in real life. Their version of "Jackson" is often seen as a reflection of their own fiery relationship.
Memorable Performances
An iconic live performance of “Jackson” by the couple took place in February 1968 at Folsom Prison, which was later released as ‘At Folsom Prison’, a live album by Johnny Cash.
Milestone Song
To date, “Jackson” is considered a cornerstone song in the country and folk genres. Its influence resonates strongly even in contemporary music.

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