Jezebel
Gene Vincent
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Jezebel wasn't born with a silver spoon in her mouth She probably had less than every one of us But when she knew how to walk she knew How to bring the house down Can't blame her for her beauty She wins with her hands down Jezebel, what a belle Looks like a princess in her new dress How did you get that? "Do you really want to know", she said It would seem she's on her way It's more, more than just a dream She put on her stockings and shoes Had nothing to lose, she said it was worth it Reach for the top And the sun is gonna shine "Every winter was a war", she said "I want to get what's mine" Jezebel, Jezebel Won't try to deny where she came from You can see it in her pride And the raven in her eyes Try show her a better way She'll say, "You don't know what you've been missing" By the time she blinks you know she won't be listening "Reach for the top", she said "And the sun is gonna shine" "Every winter was a war", she said "I want to get what's mine"
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21 facts about this song
Historical Context"Jezebel" by Gene Vincent was released in 1957, a period in rock-n-roll history when this genre was transitioning from a fringe genre to mainstream music.
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Song Style"Jezebel" displayed Vincent's stylistic versatility as he delved into a more ballad-oriented performance.
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Composer Information"Jezebel" was not composed by Gene Vincent but originated from a 1951 song by Frankie Laine. Despite this, Vincent managed to infuse the song with his own unique rockabilly style.
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Album Information"Jebezel" is among the songs included in the album "Gene Vincent and The Blue Caps," which combined his rock and roll and ballad repertoire.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being well-received, "Jezebel" did not chart in the United States.
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Gene Vincent's CareerWhen "Jebebel" was released, Gene Vincent had already made a name for himself with "Be-Bop-A-Lula," which was a Top 10 hit in 1956.
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Backup BandThe song was performed with Gene's regular band, The Blue Caps. The band's name was a nod to President Truman's old Army brigade.
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Influence"Jebebel" by Gene Vincent influenced many artists over the years, including The Hollies, who recorded a version of the song.
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Musical ElementsVincent's version of "Jezebel" showcases his rich and powerful vocals against a backdrop of energetic, upbeat instrumentation, a characteristic of the rockabilly genre.
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LyricsDespite the upbeat music, the lyrics of "Jezebel" are about a man who feels betrayed and jilted, a common theme in many ballads.
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Song Release"Jezebel" by Gene Vincent was officially released in 1957.
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GenreIt is an example of the rock and roll genre, specifically the sub-genre of rockabilly.
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ProducerThe song was produced by Ken Nelson, a renowned figure in the history of country music and rock and roll.
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Famous Record Label"Jezebel" was released under the famous Capitol Records which has been known for promoting talents such as The Beatles and Frank Sinatra.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by Frankie Laine hit from 1951, which was also called "Jezebel" but Vincent added his signature rock and roll flair to it.
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AlbumThe song is a part of the album "Gene Vincent & His Blue Caps" which is Vincent's second album.
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BandWhen recording Jezebel, Vincent collaborated with his band, The Blue Caps.
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Peaking PerformanceAlthough not one of his most successful songs, "Jezebel" still made an impact, peaking at number 16 on the UK singles charts.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several other artists in different styles and genres, showing its lasting impact.
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AccomplishmentOn its release, it reinforced Vincent's status as one of the key figures in the explosive rock and roll scene of the 1950s.
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Song IdentityIn "Jezebel", Vincent is heard to give full rein to his powerful vocal style, which is distinctive of much of his work.
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