I. Jesse Thomas is a redheaded firecracker from Kentucky, whose whiskey soaked soul drips into every song that she sings. She released her first full-length album, War Dancer, on Valentines Day.
In late 2008, with no money to her name, Jesse headed for Los Angeles. Alone. After a few open mic nights in the Valley and some raw demo recordings, she caught the attention of producer Jim Roach at Red Parade Music Group. Jim found something special in Jesse that countless others would soon come to recognize: A hilarious yet poignant personality shining through that smoky, battle scarred voice.
Jesse wrapped up her debut “Hazel EP" in the spring of 2010 for release in September. The EP debuted in the Top Ten on iTunes’ singer/songwriter chart and was featured there as both a "New and Noteworthy" and "Indie Spotlight" release. Come February 2011, her song "You I Want" was featured at Starbucks retail stores in the US and Canada as their "Pick of the Week.” "Stay," also off the EP, became a YouTube sensation after being used in Teen Nick's "Degrassi."
Jesse performed at the Hotel Cafe Showcase during SXSW 2011 and has opened for the likes of John Mayer, Cary Brothers, Crash Kings, Owl City, Lights, and Angel Taylor. Through her live performances and home videos, Jesse’s unique brand of gritty charm has gained her many fans and made her debut record highly anticipated.
War Dancer arrived on February 14, 2012. The LP is named after a shop on the corner of "Jesse Street" & Victory Boulevard." See her at this years SXSW at the Hotel Cafe Showcase.
II. Jesse Thomas (musician) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesse_Thomas_%28musician%29)
Jesse "Babyface" Thomas (February 3, 1911 - August 15, 1995) was an American Texas blues guitarist and singer. Known at different times as "Baby Face" or "Mule", and occasionally billed as "The Blues Troubadour", Jesse Thomas popped up all over the blues map in his eight decade career.
Career
Born in Logansport, Louisiana, United States, Thomas is best known for the song "Blue Goose Blues", which he recorded for Victor in 1929. His clipped, dry-toned guitar-playing, which sound rather meagre on "Blue Goose Blues", gained greatly from amplification, and his 1940s-1950s recordings, mostly made in Los Angeles, California, are fascinatingly varied responses to tradition and innovation.
In 1953, for instance, on a Speciality single, he coupled a minor key blues in the current West Coast idiom, "When You Say I Love You", with a re-examination of the old Texas gambling song, "Jack of Diamonds" - an entirely characteristic gesture.
In 1994 he appeared at the Long Beach Blues Festival.
He had a long musical career spanning over 60 years, continuing to perform until his death. The Texas bluesman, Ramblin' Thomas, was his brother, and fellow Louisiana blues guitar player, Lafayette Thomas, was his nephew.
A longtime resident of the Lakeside neighborhood of Shreveport, Louisiana, Thomas died there on August 15, 1995 at the age of 84.
Discography
1996 Lookin' for That Woman (Black Top - BT 1128)
2001 Blues Is A Feeling (Delmark)
Leather Jacket
Jesse Thomas Lyrics
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that you make lots of money and you wear that shit for pleasure
do you baby, do you baby
you said you live fast,
first time you had sex was in the back of a red cadillac
did you baby, did you baby?
I should of seen it coming
like a freight train running down the tracks
like a woman
uho uho
remember when you told me bout your scars in the bars
when you beat three mean that were taller than you are
did you baby, did you baby
your really good on drums, were in three diffrent bands
but you sold of that kit to save your mother from a jam
did you baby, did you baby?
I should of seen it coming
like a freight train running down the tracks
Like a bullet screaming out
like a woman
uho uho
Im not impressed by your two face bitch of a wanna be but never will
sunglass wearing top ordanairy youre broke but youre dressed to kill
guy like you are a dime a dozon only people you impress are momma and your cusion
I should of seen it coming
like a freight train running down the tracks
Like a bullet screaming out
like a woman
uho uho
In Jesse Thomas's song "Leather Jacket," the singer recounts encountering someone who presents themselves as a tough, fast-living figure. The song's speaker remembers the person boasting about their authentic leather jacket and their abundance of cash, as well as their sexual escapades in a red Cadillac. The singer also recalls the person bragging about being skilled at playing the drums and saving their mother with the money from selling their drum kit, juxtaposing this with stories of violent clashes in bars. Despite the posturing, the singer sees through the facade of toughness, ultimately describing the person as a "two-faced bitch" and pointing out that they only truly impress their family.
At its core, "Leather Jacket" can be read as a challenge to the idea that toughness, material wealth, and performative masculinity are inherently admirable qualities. The song's speaker is not intimidated by the person they encounter, but rather sees through the facade created by their possessions and stories. In particular, the contrast between the person's musical talent and their willingness to engage in physical violence highlights the contradictions in their use of toughness to signal their worth as a person. In the end, the singer suggests that this person's efforts to impress are ultimately empty, as they are only able to convince their immediate family members.
Line by Line Meaning
remember when you told me that your jacket is real leather
You boasted about your expensive outfit made of genuine leather to make yourself seem wealthy and powerful.
that you make lots of money and you wear that shit for pleasure
You claimed to have a high income and dressed up just for your own fulfillment and satisfaction.
do you baby, do you baby
You flaunted your lifestyle and asked for approval or acknowledgement from others.
you said you live fast,
You bragged about living life to the fullest and pushing boundaries despite any consequences.
first time you had sex was in the back of a red cadillac
You detailed a sexual encounter in a flashy and imagery way to impress others with your exploits.
did you baby, did you baby?
You sought to validate your experiences and actions by asking for others' reactions or opinions.
I should of seen it coming
The singer admits to not recognizing the true nature of the subject's behavior and attitude in hindsight.
like a freight train running down the tracks
The subject's true self was like an unstoppable force that was headed towards destruction or disaster.
Like a bullet screaming out like a woman
The recklessness and impulsive nature of the subject's behavior was likened to a bullet or a shrieking female voice.
remember when you told me bout your scars in the bars
You regaled others with stories about your physical and emotional wounds from your wild past and present lifestyle.
when you beat three mean that were taller than you are
You recounted a violent moment when you were able to overpower others much larger than you to elicit admiration or respect.
your really good on drums, were in three diffrent bands
You touted your musical abilities and impressive portfolio of being a member of multiple bands.
but you sold of that kit to save your mother from a jam
You made a generous and selfless sacrifice of your musical equipment to help your mother out of a bad situation.
Im not impressed by your two face bitch of a wanna be but never will
The singer expresses disdain and a lack of fascination with the subject's personality and behavior.
sunglass wearing top ordanairy youre broke but youre dressed to kill
The singer ridicules the subject's fashion sense and appearance, seeing through their facade of wealth and glamour.
guy like you are a dime a dozon only people you impress are momma and your cusion
The artist belittles the subject's significance and appeal, suggesting that they only succeed in impressing close family members and no one else.
Writer(s): Jesse Thomas
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