About The Song
As you mentioned earlier, “Jackson” by Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash is a classic country duet! Here’s a recap of the key points:
Release and Genre:
- Released in 1967 on Johnny Cash’s album “Carryin’ On with Johnny Cash & June Carter”
- Genre: Rock (with Country influences)
Songwriting and Theme:
- Authored by Johnny Cash himself.
- The song challenges the conventions of success in country music at the time.
- The lyrics question if achieving stardom requires following a predictable path (“It’s been the same way for years, Rhinestone suits and new shiny cars”) and explore the desire for artistic individuality (“I don’t think I ain’t done it this way, Did old Hank really do it this way?”).
- It’s a call for authenticity and creative freedom.
Legacy and Impact:
- “Jackson” is considered a cornerstone of outlaw country music, a subgenre that challenged mainstream country music in the 1960s and 1970s.
- The song cemented Johnny Cash’s position as a voice for those who felt the genre was straying from its roots.
- The duet with June Carter Cash adds another layer of depth and emotion to the song.
Cash and Carter Cash’s Performance:
- Their vocals perfectly complement each other, showcasing their unique styles and strong chemistry.
- The playful banter in the lyrics adds a touch of humor to the song’s serious message.
Interested in Hearing the Song?
“Jackson” by Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash is available on most streaming platforms. You might also find live performances on YouTube. Here are some search options:
- Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash – Jackson (Original Version)
- Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash – Jackson (Live Performance)
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Lyrics
🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤
We got married in a feverHotter than a pepper sproutWe’ve been talkin’ ’bout JacksonEver since the fire went out
I’m goin’ to JacksonI’m gonna mess aroundYeah, I’m goin’ to JacksonLook out Jackson town
Well, go on down to JacksonGo ahead and wreck your healthGo play your hand you big-talkin’ man, make a big fool of yourselfYeah, go to JacksonGo comb your hairHoney, I’m gonna snowball JacksonSee if I care
When I breeze into that cityPeople gonna stoop and bow, (hah)All them women gonna make meTeach ’em what they don’t know how
I’m goin’ to JacksonYou 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 JacksonAnd I’ll be dancin’ on a Pony KegThey’ll lead you ’round town like a scalded houndWith your tail tucked between your legs
Yeah, go to JacksonYou big-talkin’ manAnd I’ll be waitin’ in JacksonBehind my Jaypan Fan
Well now, we got married in a feverHotter than a pepper SproutWe’ve been talkin’ ’bout JacksonEver since the fire went out
I’m goin’ to JacksonAnd that’s a factYeah, we’re goin’ to JacksonAin’t never comin’ back
We got married in a feverHotter than a pepper sprout’And we’ve been talkin’ ’bout JacksonEver since the fire went…