Jimmy Gets High

Daniel Powter

About Jimmy Gets High

"Jimmy Gets High" is a song written and recorded by Canadian artist Daniel Powter. It was released in August 2005 as the third single from his self-titled second album. It followed the single "Free Loop", from the same album. The album sold 500,000 copies, but "Jimmy Gets High" did not fare as well, not charting in the US but charting in Canada. On some sleeve designs of the song, including the UK Promo release, was renamed 'Jimmy' and released on August 21, 2006.


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2005
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Jimmy you know, everybody hates you when you're living off rock 'n roll 
So you get high tonight 
And Jimmy you lied, I wonder if you ever get yourself back here alive 
So you get high tonight 

Cause you don't need nobody to make it on your own 
You don't need nobody you'd rather be alone 
So Jimmy gets high tonight
And Jimmy gets high tonight 
I must confess, I'm a real live wire 
Jimmy you and me we get along a while 
Jimmy gets high tonight 

Jimmy you lied, I'm hoping that soon maybe life it don't pass you by 
So Jimmy gets high tonight 
And Jimmy you know, everybody hates you when you're living off your rock 'n roll 
So you get high tonight 

Cause you don't need nobody to make it on your own 
You don't need nobody you'd rather be alone 
So Jimmy gets high tonight
And Jimmy gets high tonight 
I must confess, I'm a real life wired 
Jimmy you and me we get along a while 
Jimmy gets high tonight 

I've been so confused 
And I just hope it all gets banned to you 
So Jimmy gets high tonight 

I must confess, I'm a real life wired 
Jimmy you and me we get along a while 
So Jimmy gets high tonight 

And I hope it'll be all right 
Jimmy gets high tonight 
And I hope it'll be all right 

Jimmy you know, everybody hates you when you're living off your rock 'n roll 
So you get high

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Daniel Powter

Daniel Richard Powter (born February 25, 1971) is a Canadian recording artist. He is known as a one hit wonder for his hit "Bad Day" (2005), which spent five weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100. Powter was the only solo artist to register a #1 hit in that year without previously having had another song chart in the Hot 100. more »

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Written by: DANIEL POWTER

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20 facts about this song

Artist Information
- "Daniel Powter" is a Canadian musician and songwriter best known for the song "Bad Day."
Song Overview
- "Jimmy Gets High" is a track from his debut self-titled studio album, "Daniel Powter".
Album Release
- The album, including this song, was internationally released in 2005.
Music Style
- The song is classified within the Pop-Rock genre.
Chart Placement
- While not as successful as "Bad Day," the song still managed decent chart performances, especially in Canada.
Lyric Theme
- "Jimmy Gets High" is often interpreted as a song about drug addiction and its negative consequences.
Music Video
- The song’s music video was released the same year as the album, featuring a storyline reflective of the song's lyrics.
Song Length
- The track runs for around 3 minutes and 40 seconds.
Production Team
- The song was produced by Jeff Dawson and Mitchell Froom. They both have been pivotal in shaping the overall sound of Powter's music.
Record Label
- "Jimmy Gets High" was released under the Warner Bros. Records label.
Song Release
"Jimmy Gets High" was released in 2005 as part of Daniel Powter's self-titled album.
Music Genre
Known for his pop rock and piano rock sound, Powter maintains these styles in the song "Jimmy Gets High."
Song Theme
The song tells a story about a man named Jimmy who uses substances as a way to escape his problems and loneliness. It deals with the serious issue of addiction.
Chart Performance
Despite the popularity of Daniel Powter's hit single "Bad Day," "Jimmy Gets High" did not reach a high position on any music charts.
Music Video
The music video for "Jimmy Gets High" was released in October 2005 and it was directed by Marc Webb, who is also known for directing music videos for other artists like My Chemical Romance and Green Day.
Controversy
The song sparked a little controversy due to its explicit content and theme on drug usage.
International Performances
The song gained more popularity in Canada and Europe as compared to the United States.
Song Style
Unlike many pop-rock songs from the mid-2000s, "Jimmy Gets High" features a prominent piano sequence, reflective of Powter's musical style.
Live Performances
Daniel Powter, known for his energetic live performances, has often included "Jimmy Gets High" in his setlist during concerts, showcasing an engaging and passionate rendition.
Song Impact
While "Jimmy Gets High" did not achieve the chart success of "Bad Day," it still helped cement Powter's style and sound in the minds of fans, setting the stage for his future musical endeavors.

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