Originally called Abraham, their lineup fell into place when the previous singer left, and Schmoekel, who was already friends with the band and a member of another local band, suddenly found himself in the group, which resulted in the name change. The quartet issued a demo in 1999, and one of the tracks, "Never, Never, Never," was played on local radio station WEJE.
A year later, Jettingham issued its full-length debut, Neato, which also proved popular on local radio, resulting in the band signing shortly thereafter to the Republic/Universal label. Just before the release of their label self-titled debut in September of 2001, the quartet received another career boost when their song "Cheating" was featured on the soundtrack to the hit movie American Pie 2.
Enjoy
Jettingham Lyrics
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My moves boy deployed are a sensation
Give me another chance, just give me another chance
And I'll show you yeah
Another chance, another chance yeah
Rise to the occasion caucasian enjoy
Surprise I'm a caucasian sensation decoy
Ya boy toy
So rise to the occasion caucasian
One mood, attitude, prelude, to you
Your moves boy deployed are no sensation
Give me another dance, just give me another dance
And I'll show you yeah
Another dance, another chance, yeahhhhh
Rise to the occasion caucasian enjoy
Surprise I'm a caucasian sensation decoy
High fives when ya get back, when ya get back
Ya boy toy
So rise to the occasion caucasian, enjoy
Enjoy
Enjoy
Enjoy
She told me rise to the occasion caucasian
Your moves boy deployed are no sensation
High fives from your boys when you leave with them
Yes you'll leave with them
But for now boy rise
Rise
Rise to the occasion caucasian
Surprise I'm a caucasian sensation
High fives when ya get back, when ya get back, when ya get back
So rise to the occasion caucasian
Enjoy
Enjoy
The lyrics to Jettingham's song "Enjoy" explore themes of arrogance, identity, and dancing. The first verse describes someone who is confident in their dance moves, but also ignored and arrogant. They ask for another chance to show their skills and prove themselves. The chorus encourages listeners to rise to the occasion and enjoy dancing, even if they are not the best out there. The second verse contrasts the first, depicting someone with a negative attitude and unremarkable moves. They also ask for another chance to dance.
The song's title, "Enjoy," suggests that the most important thing is to have fun and enjoy oneself while dancing, regardless of one's abilities or appearance. The phrase "rise to the occasion caucasian" is meant somewhat ironically, as it plays on stereotypes of white people as awkward dancers. By referring to themselves as "caucasian sensation decoys," the band acknowledges these stereotypes and rejects them by celebrating their own dancing abilities. Ultimately, the song's message is to dance for the joy of it, and to let go of one's insecurities and self-doubt.
Line by Line Meaning
Ignorance, arrogance, one dance, one chance
The singer acknowledges their past mistakes with a lack of knowledge and overconfidence, but they now have an opportunity to dance and redeem themselves.
My moves boy deployed are a sensation
The singer is confident in their dancing abilities and believes they will impress others with their skills.
Give me another chance, just give me another chance
The singer is pleading for another opportunity to prove themselves on the dance floor.
And I'll show you yeah
The artist promises to impress and entertain their audience with their dance moves.
Another chance, another chance yeah
The artist reiterates their desire for another chance to dance and prove themselves.
Rise to the occasion caucasian enjoy
The singer urges the listener to embrace the moment, dance, and have a good time.
Surprise I'm a caucasian sensation decoy
The singer is using their unexpected skill as a white dancer to surprise and impress others.
High fives when ya get back, when ya get back, ya boy toy
The artist anticipates receiving props and praise from their friends for their successful dancing.
One mood, attitude, prelude, to you
The artist believes that the listener's dance moves lack personality, and they are not entertaining enough.
Your moves boy deployed are no sensation
The artist is not impressed with the listener's dancing abilities.
Give me another dance, just give me another dance
The singer wants the chance to show the listener how to dance properly.
Rise to the occasion caucasian enjoy
The artist repeats their earlier call to action, encouraging the listener to let loose and have a good time.
She told me rise to the occasion caucasian
Someone else has advised the singer to dance confidently and enjoy themselves, even though they are non-traditional in their approach.
High fives from your boys when you leave with them
The singer expects to receive praise from male friends for their successful dancing.
Yes you'll leave with them
The singer believes their dancing abilities will help them impress girls and leave with them from the party.
But for now boy rise
The artist urges the listener to seize the moment and dance now.
Enjoy
The artist concludes the song by urging the listener once more to enjoy themselves.
Contributed by Jack L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.