Jimmy Jimmy
The Undertones
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Little mummy's boy He wasn't very old Though he was very small He did what he was told Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy - Oooh Jimmy Jimmy Poor little Jimmy wouldn't let go He'd stay awake at night Lying in his bed No one ever listened To a single word he said Jimmy Jimmy ... Silly boy Silly boy Silly boy Such a silly boy Jimmy Jimmy ... Now little Jimmy's gone He disappeared one day But no one saw the ambulance That took little Jim away Jimmy Jimmy
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Written by: JOHN JOSEPH O'NEILL
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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23 facts about this song
Release Date"Jimmy Jimmy" was released by 'The Undertones' in 1979. It was issued as the second single from their self-titled debut album.
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Chart SuccessUpon its release, the song reached the number 16 spot on the UK Singles Chart.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics express sympathy and concern for a friend "Jimmy" caught up in unsavory lifestyle choices.
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Band MembersThe band members involved in the creation of this song were Feargal Sharkey, John O'Neill, Damian O'Neill, Michael Bradley, and Billy Doherty.
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Music Genre'Jimmy Jimmy' is classified as pop punk, punk rock.
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ThemesCritics have noted that the song is a reflection of teenage life in North Ireland during a time of turmoil and strife.
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ReissueThe song 'Jimmy Jimmy' was reissued by 'The Undertones' in a 7" vinyl format in 1984.
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Live PerformancesDespite its relative chart success, 'Jimmy Jimmy' wasn't frequently performed live by 'The Undertones'.
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CreditThe song's writing credit goes to Michael Bradley and John O'Neill.
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Music VideoThe music video for 'Jimmy Jimmy' was typically low budget, reflective of the punk scene at the time. It featured thematic elements that resonated with the song's lyrics.
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Legacy‘Jimmy Jimmy’ continues to be recognized as one of ‘The Undertones’ most significant tracks.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, several bands have covered 'Jimmy Jimmy,' notably the German punk band ‘Die Toten Hosen'.
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Record Label'Jimmy Jimmy' was released under the independent record label ‘Sire Records’.
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Band Composition"Jimmy Jimmy" is a song by "The Undertones," a Northern Irish punk band formed in 1974. The band achieved notable success in the late 1977 through 1983.
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Album ReleaseThe song "Jimmy Jimmy" was included in the band's self-titled debut album, 'The Undertones,' which was released in 1979.
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Single Success"Jimmy Jimmy" was one of the standout tracks from the album and was subsequently released as a single in April 1979.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, it achieved considerable commercial success, reaching a peak of No.16 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Song LyricsThe lyrics of the song "Jimmy Jimmy" tell the story of a ‘misfit’ named Jimmy who commits suicide.
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Prominent FeatureThis song is also known for its distinctive double-speed guitar outro.
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Band Favorite"Jimmy Jimmy" is often cited as a favorite among band members and fans alike.
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Media UsageThe song has featured in several media outlets over the years. It was used on the soundtrack for the 2001 British/Irish film "Good Vibrations," which tells the story of Terri Hooley, a key figure in Belfast's punk rock scene.
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Video ContentThe music video for "Jimmy Jimmy" includes footage of the band performing live and wandering around their hometown of Derry in Northern Ireland.
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Live PerformancesThe song "Jimmy Jimmy" has been a regular fixture in The Undertones' live sets since it was first released and continues to be so during their reunion tours.
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