Jam up and Jelly Tight
Tommy Roe
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Jam up and jelly tight My, my, my, my baby Now you're outta sight Jam up and jelly tight You look a little naughty But you're so polite Jam up and jelly tight You won't say you will but There's a chance that you might I said the first day I met you Someday I'm gonna catch you Now you're here and baby I love it So come on and give me some lovin Jam up and jelly tight My, my, my, my baby Now you're outta sight Jam up and jelly tight You look a little naughty But you're so polite Jam up and jelly tight You won't say you will but There's a chance that you might You've got a sweet disposition So come on and give me permission For one kiss and maybe another You'll see we were meant for each other Jam up and jelly tight My, my, my, my baby Now you're outta sight Jam up and jelly tight You look a little naughty But you're so polite Jam up and jelly tight You won't say you will but There's a chance that you might Jam up and Jelly Tight Jam up and Jelly Tight, yeah
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Written by: FREDDY WELLER, TOMMY ROE
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23 facts about this song
Creation Process"Jam Up and Jelly Tight" was written and performed by American pop singer Tommy Roe. This catchy tune is known for its combination of pop and bubblegum music.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release in 1969, the song climbed the charts and managed to peak at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100. This successful track remained in the top positions for several weeks.
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Successful AbroadNot only was the song a hit in the United States, but it also carved a niche for itself in other parts of the world like Canada, where it secured the number three spot on the RPM Top Singles chart.
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Album Inclusion"Jam Up and Jelly Tight" also found a place on Tommy Roe's 'greatest hits' album, which he released in 1986, cementing it as one of his most popular songs.
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Cover VersionsBecause of its successful run, the song has also been covered by several artists. In 1970, a version by the Portuguese band Os Populares was released with the title "Nem Mais Um Beijo" (Not Even One More Kiss).
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Distinctive Musical StyleThe song is known for Roe's distinctive musical style, often described as a combination of pop, bubblegum music, and light rock. It showcases his emphasis on catchy, singable melodies and straightforward lyrics.
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CollaborationThis song was produced by Steve Barri, a notable American songwriter and record producer, best known for his work with acts like The Grass Roots and Harold Faltermeyer.
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Reception"Jam Up and Jelly Tight" often receives recognition for its catchy tune and memorable lyrics. Despite its release over 50 years ago, the song continues to be a popular choice on classic rock and oldies stations.
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Year of ReleaseThe song "Jam Up and Jelly Tight" was released in the year 1969.
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Performance in the ChartsThis song reached up to #8 spot in the US Billboard Hot 100 Chart.
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Album NameThe song was featured in Tommy Roe's album "We Can Make Music".
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Genre"Jam Up and Jelly Tight" is categorized under pop and rock genre.
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Sales PerformanceThe song was a commercial success and achieved Gold status having sold over a million copies.
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Music VideoAlthough the song was released in the late 60s, the official music video was uploaded on YouTube in 2014.
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Song DurationThe song duration is approximately 2 minutes and 22 seconds.
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Lyric ContentThe song's lyrics are often described as a description of teenage love.
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Song Writer and ComposerTommy Roe himself wrote and composed "Jam Up and Jelly Tight".
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Popularity in Other CountriesApart from popularity in the US, the song also charted in Canada reaching the #6 spot on the RPM Top Singles chart.
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Cover Versions“Jam Up and Jelly Tight” has been covered by numerous artists, adding to its lasting appeal.
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Notable PerformancesTommy Roe performed "Jam Up and Jelly Tight" in the popular variety television show "American Bandstand" in 1969.
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Song InterpretationThe song's title, "Jam Up and Jelly Tight", is an old Southern phrase implying something that is very good or excellent.
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RecognitionIn the year 1993 the RIAA recognized the song as one of the most played songs in the history of American radio.
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Distinctive FeaturesThe song is characterized by its infectious melody and upbeat tempo, which are characteristic of Tommy Roe's signature bubblegum pop sound.
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