Jump With You Baby
B.B. King Lyrics


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Well, my head is spinnin'
Like a spinnin' top
I got rhythm in my feet
And I really wanna hop
I wanna jump with you, baby
I wanna jump with you, baby
I wanna jump with you, baby
Babe, I mean tonight

I got money to waste
A car to drive
We'll go out and play
The joints a little while
I wanna jump with you, baby
I wanna jump with you, baby
I wanna jump with you, baby
Babe, I mean tonight

And we'll take in a show
And go to a dance
You won't be lonesome
'Cause I'll make romance
I wanna jump with you, baby
I wanna jump with you, baby
I wanna jump with you, baby
Babe, I mean tonight

Now wait, let's have a little taste
'Cause haste makes waste
We might wanna stop
At another little place
I wanna jump with you, baby
I wanna jump with you, baby




I wanna jump with you, baby
Babe, I mean tonight

Overall Meaning

In "Jump With You Baby," B.B. King expresses his excitement and enthusiasm for a night out with his special someone. He compares his current state of mind to that of a spinning top, indicating that he's feeling a little dizzy and overwhelmed in the best way possible. He's got rhythm in his feet and just wants to dance with his partner. The repeated phrase "I wanna jump with you, baby" emphasizes his desire for a fun and lively night with his loved one.


King also makes it clear that he's ready to have a good time with his lyrics, "I got money to waste, a car to drive, we'll go out and play the joints a little while." He's ready to party and spend some quality time with his partner. The line "you won't be lonesome 'cause I'll make romance" shows that he's not just looking for a night of dancing, but wants to make his partner feel loved and cherished as well.


In the final verse, King urges their to slow down and enjoy the night by "having a little taste," before potentially stopping by another venue. Despite his urge to dance and have fun, he also wants to make sure they take their time and savor the moment.


Overall, "Jump With You Baby" is a love song about two people looking to have fun and enjoy each other's company. The upbeat tempo and lively energy reflect King's excitement for the night ahead.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, my head is spinnin'
I am feeling dizzy like a spinning top.


Like a spinnin' top
My head feels like it is spinning uncontrollably.


I got rhythm in my feet
I am feeling the beat and want to dance.


And I really wanna hop
I am feeling energized and want to jump around.


I wanna jump with you, baby
I want to dance and have fun with you tonight.


I got money to waste
I have some extra money to spend tonight.


A car to drive
I have transportation to take us to different places.


We'll go out and play
Let's go out and have fun together.


The joints a little while
Let's go to some clubs to enjoy the music and dance.


And we'll take in a show
We can even see a show or a concert.


And go to a dance
We can dance together at different events.


You won't be lonesome
I will make sure you won't feel lonely tonight.


'Cause I'll make romance
I will make sure you feel loved and appreciated.


Now wait, let's have a little taste
But let's take it slow and enjoy the night.


'Cause haste makes waste
Don't rush into things, take it easy and enjoy the moment.


We might wanna stop
We might want to take a break and go somewhere else.


At another little place
Let's explore new places and have fun.


Babe, I mean tonight
I want to do all of this with you tonight and have a great time.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JULES BIHARI, RILEY B. KING

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Comments from YouTube:

Wynne White

I've got this on a 78!!!  <3

Keith Randall

Many thanks!

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