1) Jay Jon Chri… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist by the name of Jay Smith:
1) Jay Jon Christopher Smith (born in Helsingborg, Sweden on April 29, 1981) is a Swedish singer and guitarist with English ancestry.
2) Jay Smith (died March 27, 2013) was a Canadian guitarist who played in the band Matt Mays & El Torpedo and was formally a member of Rock Ranger.
1. Jay Jon Christopher Smith (born in Helsingborg, Sweden on April 29, 1981) is a Swedish singer and guitarist with English ancestry. He won the Swedish Idol 2010 title, beating Minnah Karlsson in the December 10, 2010 final in the Ericsson Globe Theater.
He also plays in the rock band Von Benzo, who released an album in 2009.
Smith's first solo single was Dreaming People. He released his debut album, the self-titled Jay Smith (featuring the best songs from his time in Idol) on 19 December 2010. The album shot straight to #1 in its first week of release in the Swedish Albums Chart.
Smith also appears on the two compilation album from Idol 2010, singing the song "All I Need Is You".
2. From Cape Breton, Jay Smith (died March 27, 2013) played in the band Matt Mays & El Torpedo and was formally a member of Rock Ranger. A great guitar player who transitioned into a singer/songwriter and showed off his talent with new releases. The songs were very laid back and easy to listen too, while grasping your attention and taking you along for the ride..the raw vocals blend well with the Gordie Sampson Esq flow.
Rocks
Jay Smith Lyrics
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Whores they keep on whorin', junkies keep scorin'
Trade is on the meat rack, Strip joints full of hunchbacks
Bitches keep bitchin', Clap they keeps on itchin'
Ain't no use in prayin',
that's the way it's stayin', baby
Johnny ain't so crazy,
(yeah, yeah, yeah)
Get your rocks off, get your rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Get your rocks off, get you rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Creeps they keep crawlin', Drunks they keep fallin'
Teasers keep teasein', Holy joes are preachin'
Cops they keep bustin', Hustlers keep hustlin'
Death is always knockin', Souls are up for auction
Ain't no use in prayin'
That's the way it's stayin', baby
Johnny ain't so crazy,
He's always got a line for the ladies
(yeah, yeah, yeah)
Get your rocks off, get your rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Get your rocks off, get you rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Got my feelin' really good
Ain't no use in prayin'
That's the way it's stayin', baby
Johnny ain't so crazy,
He's always got a line for the ladies
(yeah, yeah, yeah)
Get your rocks off, get your rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Get your rocks off, get you rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Get your rocks off, get your rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Get your rocks off, get you rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Get your rocks off, get your rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Get your rocks off, get you rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Yeah!
The lyrics of Jay Smith's song "Rocks" depict a dark and gritty image of the city, its people and their lifestyle. The first verse describes a world of vice where dealers keep dealing, thieves keep thieving, and junkies keep scoring. The singer observes that there is no moral compass in this world, and even the women are reduced to whoring themselves out. The second verse goes on to paint an even darker picture with creeping creeps, falling drunks, and the constant presence of death.
Amidst all this chaos, the chorus reiterates the need to find pleasure, to "get your rocks off" despite the harsh reality of the city. The character of "Johnny" is presented as a sort of anti-hero, someone who's not crazy but has a way with the ladies. The repeated refrain of "yeah, yeah, yeah" is almost a mantra, a way to block out the darkness and just enjoy oneself.
Overall, "Rocks" is a commentary on the human condition and the desire for pleasure amidst the darkness of the world. It's a reminder that, despite the challenges and hardships we face, it's important to find joy and pleasure where we can.
Line by Line Meaning
Dealers keep dealin', thieves they keep thievin'
Drug dealers keep selling and thieves continue to steal.
Whores they keep on whorin', junkies keep scorin'
Prostitutes continue to sell their services and drug addicts continue to buy and use drugs.
Trade is on the meat rack, Strip joints full of hunchbacks
People are treating others as mere commodities, and strip clubs are filled with unattractive people.
Bitches keep bitchin', Clap they keeps on itchin'
Women continue to complain and venereal disease continues to spread.
Ain't no use in prayin',
that's the way it's stayin', baby
There's no point in praying because things will remain the same.
Johnny ain't so crazy,
he's always got a line for the ladies
(yeah, yeah, yeah)
Johnny is not crazy, but he always has a pickup line for women.
Get your rocks off, get your rocks off, honey
Shake it now now, get'em off downtown
Have fun and enjoy yourself by indulging in pleasure and entertainment in the city.
Creeps they keep crawlin', Drunks they keep fallin'
Teasers keep teasein', Holy joes are preachin'
Creepy people continue to be creepy, drunk people continue to fall, people tease each other, and religious people continue to try to convert others.
Cops they keep bustin', Hustlers keep hustlin'
Death is always knockin', Souls are up for auction
Police officers continue to arrest people, hustlers continue to hustle, death is always near, and people's souls are in danger.
Got my feelin' really good
I'm feeling really good about myself.
Writer(s): Andrew Colin Innes, Robert Clearie Young, Bobby Gillespie
Contributed by Jack S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.