Jam Tonight
Freddie Jackson
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Tell me why you came here Was it just to sit and stare? Wont you come go with me Take out some time? If you'll give me a hand I know that we could jam Lets get on down right now Lets get on down Now don't you wanna jam tonight? Jam tonight? Jam tonight? Don't you wanna jam tonight? There's a new dance in town Now who could be sitting down? You've got to move in time The time must go on Clap your hands, pat your feet Now you have got the beat Its not too hard to keep Once you start to jam Now don't you wanna jam tonight? Don't you wanna jam tonight? Don't you wanna jam tonight? Don't you wanna jam tonight? Ooh, don't you wanna jam? Don't you wanna? Ooh, don't you wanna jam? Yeah! Come on and sing along Do whatever you feel as long As you have a good time, that's all Just have a good time Don't you wanna jam? Don't you wanna jam? Don't you wanna jam? Don't you wanna jam? Don't you wanna, ooh Don't you wanna jam? Don't you, don't you, don't you, don't you wanna Ooh, oh, oh don't you wanna jam? Yeah, yeah! I wanna jam, I wanna jam, yes I do I wanna have the last dance with you Yeah! Jam the night away I wanna, I wanna jam with you Put your hands in mine Lets jam the night away Yeah, yeah! I wanna jam, I wanna jam with you, yes I do Oooh I wanna jam, I wanna jam with you baby, yeah Yeah, girl, come on lets do it the way we love to do Lets jam the night away!
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Written by: FREDDIE JACKSON, PAUL LAURENCE
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22 facts about this song
Song Origin"Jam Tonight" is a song by American soul singer Freddie Jackson. It was released in 1987.
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AlbumThe song is from the album "Just Like The First Time," which was his second record.
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Songwriter"Jam Tonight" was written by Paul Laurence, who was also Freddie Jackson's main songwriter during his peak career years.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, it performed exceptionally well on the R&B Charts, peaking at number one.
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Crossover SuccessThough it was primarily a rhythm and blues hit, it managed to cross over to the pop charts where it reached the top 32 Billboard Hot 100.
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Ballad-preferenceDespite being known for love ballads, Jackson's "Jam Tonight" was a more upbeat departure from his traditional style.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Jam Tonight" is an intimate video showcasing Jackson's performance with energetic dancing and singing.
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Cover VersionsThough the song has remained comparatively lesser-known than a few of Jackson's other hits, it has still been covered by various artists in the years since its release.
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SignificanceThe success of "Jam Tonight", along with his other hits, helped establish Freddie Jackson as a significant R&B artist in the 80s.
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Going Gold"Jam Tonight" was a crucial part of the album "Just Like The First Time", which was certified platinum (over a million copies sold) by the Recording Industry Association of America.
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Timeless AppealDespite being over 30 years old, "Jam Tonight" continues to be appreciated by soul and R&B fans, demonstrating the timeless appeal of Freddie Jackson's music.
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Released DateThe song 'Jam Tonight' by Freddie Jackson was released in the year 1986 as part of his ‘Just Like the First Time’ album.
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Album SuccessThe album was number one on the R&B albums chart and ended up being certified platinum.
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Genre"Jam Tonight" is a soulful R&B song, showcasing Freddie Jackson's smooth vocals as a prominent feature of the 80s soul genre.
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Single Success'Jam Tonight' was not only popular within the album but also as a single. It reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for 'Jam Tonight' showcases Jackson in a live performance setting, projecting emotions and passion that match the intensity of the lyrics.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Paul Laurence, a renowned songwriter who has worked with other prominent artists in the genre, and co-written by Freddie Jackson.
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Cover Versions'Jam Tonight' has been covered by several contemporary R&B artists as a testament of its enduring appeal over the years.
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Application in Movies/TVThe song has been used in several TV shows and movies, perpetuating its cultural significance within American pop culture.
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LegacyFreddie Jackson's 'Jam Tonight' remains one of the singer's biggest hits and a classic in late 20th-century R&B music, often played on old-school R&B radio stations.
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Live Performance'Jam Tonight' is often a regular feature in Jackson's live performances, as a favorite among his fans.
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Lyrical ContentThe song typically reflects themes of love, romance, and dancefloor invitation - a conventional but effective approach in many R&B music of the period.
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