Jailbreak
Dizzy Lizzy, Phil Lynott
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Song Creation"Jailbreak" is a song by Thin Lizzy off their 1976 album of the same name. The song, as well as the entire album, was written primarily by the band's frontman Phil Lynott.
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Album PerformanceThe 'Jailbreak' album was a substantial success, reaching No. 10 in the UK Albums Chart, and giving the band their breakthrough in the U.S. where the album reached No. 18 in the Billboard 200 chart.
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Song ThemeThe song, "Jailbreak," tells the story of a man who has spent his life in prison and decides to break out. The lyrics, like many of Thin Lizzy's songs, were inspired by Phil Lynott's interest in storytelling.
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Music VideoInterestingly, "Jailbreak" was one of the first songs to have a promotional video made for it. The video was low-budget and the band used some of their roadies as extras.
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Song LegacySince its release, "Jailbreak" has been covered by several famous artists like Anthrax and Dropkick Murphys.
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Phil Lynott's ContributionPhil Lynott, the band's primary songwriter and lead vocalist, was known for his poetic lyrics and storytelling ability. His work in "Jailbreak", as well as other songs, cemented his place as one of rock's underrated geniuses.
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Album's Influence",The album 'Jailbreak', having hits like "The Boys are Back in Town" and "Jailbreak," was instrumental in paving the way for future 'twin-lead' guitar teams and sophisticated lyrical themes in hard rock music.
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Music Style"Jailbreak" showcases the distinct sound of Thin Lizzy, which includes a dual lead guitar playing style, something that was quite innovative at the time. This influenced many later bands and musicians.
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Band Formation"Jailbreak" is a song by the Irish rock band "Thin Lizzy". Phil Lynott, the band's lead vocalist, bass player and primary songwriter, formed the group in Dublin in 1969.
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Album InformationThe song "Jailbreak" is the title track of Thin Lizzy's sixth studio album, which was released in 1976. This album was largely responsible for the band's international breakthrough.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its classic rock status, "Jailbreak" never charted in either the UK or the US. However, other tracks from the album achieved substantial commercial success.
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SongwritingPhil Lynott composed "Jailbreak" with a powerful riff and a narrative about a prison break, reflecting his fascination for storytelling in his lyrics.
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Phil Lynott's InfluenceAs a biracial individual in a predominantly white Irish society, Lynott's success, including the popularity of "Jailbreak", made him a cultural icon in Ireland. He paved the way for acceptance and inclusivity within the Irish music scene.
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Music VideoThe promotional video for "Jailbreak" is notable for being one of the first music videos that narrative-driven, something that would become common in the MTV era.
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Live Performances"Jailbreak" was a staple of Thin Lizzy's live performances and remained a crowd favorite until the band's break-up in 1984.
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Cover VersionsNumerous bands have covered "Jailbreak", including Anthrax, Six Feet Under, The Dropkick Murphys, and Mastodon, underlining the song's continued influence in rock music.
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LegacyIn 2016, the album "Jailbreak", including the song itself, celebrated its 40th anniversary, and to this day it is considered among Thin Lizzy’s best work.
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RecognitionRolling Stone listed the song "Jailbreak" as one of the 100 Greatest Guitar Songs of All-Time.
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