Born in Bloomington, Indiana into a musical family, he began performing as a duo with his brother before going on to a successful solo career in country music. In 1956, Helms made his way to Nashville, Tennessee where he signed a recording contract with Decca Records. The following year would be filled with astonishing successes. Helms' first single in 1957 titled "Fraulein" went to No. 1 on the country music charts and made it into the Top 40 on the pop music charts. Later that same year he released "My Special Angel" that also went to No. 1 on the country charts and entered the Top 10 on Billboard magazines pop music charts, peaking at No. 7.
Released just a few days before Christmas of 1957, his song "Jingle Bell Rock" was a big hit but uniquely, it re-emerged four out of the next five years and sold so well that it repeated each time as a top hit and became a Christmas classic still played to this day.
Bobby Helms continued touring and recording for the next three decades. His pioneering contribution to the genre has been recognized by the Rockabilly Hall of Fame.
Helms spent most of his later years living just outside of Martinsville, Indiana, until the time of his death from emphysema and asthma in 1997.
Jacqueline
Bobby Helms Lyrics
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Jacqueline
I'm so in love with you
My Jacqueline
My heart belongs to you
My Jacqueline, oh, won't you
Say you love me too
Smooth as a car with a fibreglass chassis
Spicy as a magazine and twice as sassy
Jackie, you're the one for me
[Repeat CHORUS]
When we're alone it's a big temptation
To try for a kiss that's a real sensation
She's got the key to the situation
Jackie, you're the one for me
[Repeat CHORUS]
My baby doll is a real humdinger
She likes to dance to the records I bring her
And when she rocks, she's a real live swinger
Jackie, you're the one for me
[Repeat CHORUS]
The song "Jacqueline" by Bobby Helms is a fun-filled rock n'roll piece that is focused on a man who is deeply in love with a woman named Jacqueline. He admits that his heart solely belongs to her and he desperately wants to know if her feelings are reciprocal. The chorus is quite straightforward and repetitive with a plea to Jacqueline to admit her love for him. The verses highlight Jacqueline's attractiveness, confidence and how well suited she is for the singer. The lyrics are playful and suggestive with the singer admitting that he is tempted and cannot resist the desire to kiss Jacqueline.
Line by Line Meaning
Jacqueline
The singer is addressing a woman named Jacqueline
I'm so in love with you
The singer is expressing his deep love and affection for Jacqueline
My Jacqueline
The singer emphasizes Jacqueline's ownership of his heart and love
My heart belongs to you
The artist pledges his heart to Jacqueline
My Jacqueline, oh, won't you
Say you love me too
The artist requests Jacqueline to reciprocate his love and express her feelings for him
I got a gal and she sure looks classy
The singer has another woman in his life and describes her as attractive and elegant
Smooth as a car with a fibreglass chassis
The singer compares the elegance of the aforementioned woman to that of a sleek car with a fibreglass chassis
Spicy as a magazine and twice as sassy
The artist describes the aforementioned woman to be as interesting and provocative as a magazine, but with even more attitude and sass
Jackie, you're the one for me
The artist affirms that Jacqueline is the one he truly desires
When we're alone it's a big temptation
The artist is tempted to kiss Jacqueline when they are alone together
To try for a kiss that's a real sensation
The singer wants to share a passionate kiss with Jacqueline
She's got the key to the situation
The artist believes that Jacqueline holds the answer to their romantic situation
Jackie, you're the one for me
The singer reaffirms his love and desire for Jacqueline
My baby doll is a real humdinger
The singer's other romantic partner is described as being exceptional and outstanding
She likes to dance to the records I bring her
The singer enjoys sharing music and dancing with his other partner
And when she rocks, she's a real live swinger
The artist describes his other partner as being particularly talented at dancing
Jackie, you're the one for me
The artist concludes the song by declaring his love exclusively for Jacqueline
Contributed by Julian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jacquelinelaird3837
my dad used to sing this to me when i was young in 1968 ,a few years after it was recorded on a 78 inch record ,it always made me cry because he said it was my song and i believed him he has now gone from this world and i never thought i would ever hear it again as i didnt know anyone that had heard of it and i was only 4 years old when he played it for me.My sister found it for a hospice patient and at a sister get together she played it to me at the hotel that we had our last family gathering befor we put his ashes next to my mums , so many emotions and i felt he was with us all.None of my family knew how much i needed to hear that song ,because it was a personal memory , but dad came through in end as did my unsuspecting family .tHIS IS NOT A SAD COMMENT but a meaniful one to a Jacqueline that misses her dad but share a great great memory
@jacquelinelaird3837
+William Murray hi William thank you for your wise and funny response to my comment it was heart felt what l wrote and it is good to know that someone took the time to read it ,my dad didnt like any body to call me Jackie and so everybody calls me by my proper name lol and many names l am called ,like come hear owh ,do you get the picture .I really do hope my mum and is looking down on me as l really miss them both they passed away to early .However you have to move on and remember the good times.Im really pleased that you took the time to read my story and commented on it thankyou my dad used to say .... LIFES A WEARY PUZZLE PATHES FINDING OUT BY MAN I GO MY WAY AND TAKE MY PAY AND DO THE BEST I CAN....and that is what i try and do .Well all the very best
@gabymichelx2656
jacqueline
one of the great songs of 1958
@spiritwolf851
A great memory Always hold dear those that are close to you and see them as much as you can because you never know the last time you’ll ever see them before they pass they will always be with you though when they pass away I believe because if you loved Them enough I am sure that they love to you back it’s always been my feel on life’s Philosophies on family members or people that one cares about
@conductordeely7147
Thank you for sharing this wonderful story and my heart truly goes out to you
@NateDogg3693
❤
@JackieSueWho
My mom went out with Bobby Helm. I was born in 1959. She never told me about them. I found out after she passed from her aunt and it was verified by others independently. My name: Jacqueline.
@user-qm9ty3lk1k
Love that song!!!!
@oilwellholdings3301
Masterpiece!!! 1950`s Rock For Ever!!!
@jacquelinevarghese1233
I love it 😂😂😂😂