Big Jack
AC/DC
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The steam is a burning, Workin' up and down the line, The pot is getting ready, He's been working it so hard, When it comes to lovin', Big jack is on his way, Wink of satisfaction, His time is going on, I'm like a bad defender, Smoking holy Joe, He's a big pretender, look out for jack, He's on his way [Chorus] Big Jack, Big Jack, You know it's only natural, he gets you up to scratch, Big Jack, Big Jack, You've got a reputation you really got the knack, Big Jack, Big Jack, He said that he's the only one who got a full sack, Big Jack, look out Jack, he's always at your back. You never leave a dollar, Racking up the balls, You like to get it on fast, Back there standing tall, When he hears the siren, He's gonna put you on the racks, He's got a bad reputation, climbing all over the bars Gonna press the flesh, Rockin' rollin' soldier, He's the last of them all, Well tell jack, he's on his way [Chorus] Big Jack, Big Jack, You know it's only natural to get you up to scratch, Big Jack, Big Jack, you've got a reputation, really got the knack, Big Jack, Big Jack, he said he ain't the only one who got a big sack, Big Jack, lookout Jack, ain't no need to worry, he's always at your back
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Written by: ANGUS YOUNG, MALCOLM YOUNG
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Song Creation"Big Jack" is a song from "Black Ice," the 15th studio album by Australian hard rock band AC/DC, released on October 20, 2008.
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Chart PerformanceThe song made it to number 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart in 2008, despite not being officially released as a single.
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Lyric InspirationThe song's name "Big Jack" is in honor of a fictional character, according to band members Angus and Malcolm Young. The lyrics don't have a specific underlying message, rather they are about a lovable rogue.
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SongwritersIt was written by AC/DC's lead guitarist Angus Young along with his brother Malcolm Young.
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Musical Style"Big Jack" is noted for its classic AC/DC style, combining hard rock and blues elements with a signature repetitive riff.
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Live Performances"Big Jack" was also part of the set list on the band's Black Ice World Tour, and it was included in the concert film AC/DC: Live at River Plate.
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Album SuccessThe album "Black Ice" featuring "Big Jack" won Classic Rock Roll Of Honours Album Of The Year award in 2008.
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Band Member ReplacementAlthough it does not directly concern the song, it's interesting to note that during the tour for this album, rhythm guitarist Malcolm Young was replaced by his nephew Stevie Young due to Malcolm's health issues.
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Song Duration"Big Jack" is 3 minutes and 57 seconds long, making it one of the longer songs on the "Black Ice" album.
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Not a TributeThere's been speculation from fans suggesting the song "Big Jack" is a tribute to the late Bon Scott (AC/DC's original frontman), but band members have debunked this theory, stating it's about a fictional character.
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Popular MisconceptionDespite common confusion, the song's title does not refer to the band's producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange, who is often referred to as Big Jack.
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Guitar WorkFans and critics alike have praised the song for its classic bluesy guitar riff, which showcases Angus Young's guitar talents.
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Official VideoThe official live video of "Big Jack" has gained significant views on platforms such as YouTube, further signifying its popularity among fans.
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