Jingle Jangle Jingle

Gene Autry

About Jingle Jangle Jingle

"Jingle Jangle Jingle", also known as 'I've Got Spurs That Jingle Jangle Jingle", is a song written by Joseph J. Lilley and Frank Loesser, and published in 1942. It was featured in that year's film The Forest Rangers, in which it was sung by Dick Thomas. The most commercially successful recording was by Kay Kyser, whose version reached no. 1 in the Billboard charts in July 1942. Versions were recorded by many other musicians, including Tex Ritter, Gene Autry, Glenn Miller and The Merry Macs. Members of the Western Writers of America chose it as one of the Top 100 Western songs of all time. Kay Kyser's recording of the song is featured in the 2010 role-playing video game Fallout: New Vegas. The song was performed by Jon Walmsley and Lisa Harrison on The Waltons, Season 9, Episode 13, "The Gold Watch" (26 Feb. 1981). 


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2005
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Yippy yay,there will be no weddinng
Bells for  today.

I've got spurs that jingle jangle jingle, as I go riden merrily along,sing oh aintchya glad your single and that song ain't so very far from wrong.

Oh Lillybell,Oh lillybell though I may have done some foolen this is why I never fell.

I've got spurs that jingle jangle jingle, as I go riden merrily along,sing oh aintchya glad your single and that song ain't so very far from wrong.

I've got spurs that jingle jangle jingle, as I go riden merrily along,sing oh aintchya glad your single and that song ain't so very 
Far from wrong.

Oh Sallyjane,oh Sallyjane though I would love to stay forever this is why I can't remain.

I've got spurs that jingle jangle jingle, as I go riden merrily along,sing oh aintchya glad your single and that song ain't so very far from wrong.

I've got spurs that jingle jangle jingle, as I go riden merrily along,sing oh aintchya glad your single and that song ain't so very far from wrong.

Oh Marryanne,Oh Marryanne though we've done some moonlight walken
This is why I up and ran.

I've got spurs that jingle jangle jingle, as I go riden merrily along,sing oh aintchya glad your single and that song ain't so very far from wrong, and that song ain't so very far wrong.

So I'll jingle jangle jingle all along.

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Gene Autry

Orvon Grover Autry (September 29, 1907 – October 2, 1998), better known as Gene Autry, was an American performer who gained fame as a singing cowboy on the radio, in movies, and on television for more than three decades beginning in the early 1930s. Autry was also owner of a television station, several radio stations in Southern California, and the Los Angeles/California/Anaheim Angels Major League Baseball team from 1961 to 1997. more »

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Written by: Joseph Lilley, Frank Loesser

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20 facts about this song

Artists
"Jingle Jangle Jingle" is a popular song recorded and performed by various artists, however the two most famous renditions were by Gene Autry and Tex Ritter.
Gene Autry
Gene Autry, known as the "Singing Cowboy," was one of the most influential artists in country music who also had a successful career in films and television. He brought a level of charm and personality to his performances of "Jingle Jangle Jingle."
Tex Ritter
Tex Ritter was one of the earliest music and movie stars in the Western genre. His performance of "Jingle Jangle Jingle" is considered one of his classic hits, showcasing his deep, mellow baritone voice.
Song Origin
The song "Jingle Jangle Jingle" was first introduced in the 1942 film "The Forest Ranger," where it was performed by Tex Ritter.
Awards
Despite being a popular song, "Jingle Jangle Jingle" did not receive any formal music awards or notable nominations.
Songwriters
The song was written by two accomplished musicians, Frank Loesser and Joseph J. Lilley. Frank Loesser was a Broadway composer known for his works like Guys and Dolls and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, while Joseph J. Lilley was a respected film composer.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics are about a cowboy who would rather stay single than settle down. The 'jingle jangle' in the title refers to the sound made by the spurs on a cowboy's boots.
Popularity Over Time
Despite being introduced in 1942, the song has maintained popularity, even being included in several video games, TV shows, and films. For example, it was featured in the video game "Fallout: New Vegas."
Cover Versions
There have been numerous cover versions of "Jingle Jangle Jingle" by artists from various genres, showing the song's enduring popularity and versatility. Some of these recorded covers were by artists like Kay Kyser, Frank Sinatra, and The Merry Macs.
Legacy
Today, the song is widely recognized as a standard in the Western music genre and continues to be enjoyed by fans of country and cowboy music.
Musical Artist
"Jingle Jangle Jingle" is a famous song performed by Gene Autry, an American singer, songwriter and actor, who greatly popularized this song in 1942. Tex Ritter, another well-known American country music singer and actor, also popularized this song.
Origin and Year of Release
The song was originally recorded by Gene Autry in 1942. Meanwhile, Tex Ritter's version was also published in 1942 but became widely recognized after being included in the 2010 video game "Fallout: New Vegas."
Songwriters
The song was authored by Joseph J. Lilley and Frank Loesser. Loesser, a prolific American songwriter, created other popular hits such as "Baby, It's Cold Outside."
Movie Feature
"Jingle Jangle Jingle" was actually introduced in the film "The Forest Rangers," a Paramount Pictures movie in which Fred MacMurray starred.
Billboard Chart
The song was a major hit, reaching number 1 on the Billboard "Pop" chart in 1942.
Cover Performances
The catchy tune has been covered by various other artists over the years including Kay Kyser, Bing Crosby, and Willie Nelson.
Notable Lyrics
The song's lyrics include the lines, "I've got spurs that jingle, jangle, jingle/As I go riding merrily along." This made it a popular theme song for cowboy characters in movies and television.
Video Game Appearance
Tex Ritter's version of "Jingle Jangle Jingle" was notably featured in the popular video game "Fallout: New Vegas," helping to introduce the song to a new, younger audience.
Historical Background
Both Gene Autry and Tex Ritter were important figures in the history of country music and Westerns, and their recordings of "Jingle Jangle Jingle" helped solidify this song as a classic tune of the American West.
Grammy Hall of Fame
In 2009, Gene Autry's recording of "Jingle Jangle Jingle" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, a special Grammy award established in 1973 to honor recordings that are at least 25 years old. This highlighted the enduring popularity and significance of this song.

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