Barnes was born… Read Full Bio ↴Jimmy Barnes (b. 1956) is an Australian rock singer.
Barnes was born James Dixon Swan on the 28th April 1956 in Glasgow, Scotland, and moved to Australia with his family when he was six years old.
He first came to public attention as the lead singer with popular Australian pub-rock band Cold Chisel, which he joined in 1973 and with whom he recorded seven albums between 1978 and 1983. When the band split up in 1983 he launched a solo career almost immediately; his first album, Bodyswerve, entered the Australian charts at number one. It was the first of a remarkable run of top charting albums for Barnes, as each of his first six solo albums entered the charts at number one, a feat that no other Australian artist is likely to match.
In 1986 Barnes recorded two singles with INXS, duetting with that band's singer Michael Hutchence on a cover of The Easybeats' "Good Times", and "Laying Down the Law", which was co-written by Barnes with INXS members Andrew Farriss and Hutchence. "Good Times" was used as the theme song for the Australia Made series of concerts that toured the country in the summer of 1986-1987. Both songs later appeared on the soundtrack of the 1980s teen vampire film The Lost Boys.
Following Hutchence's death in 1997, Barnes appeared live on stage with INXS at shows throughout Australia between 1999 and 2001.
His album Double Happiness, released in July 2005, reaffirmed his popularity, entering the ARIAnet albums chart at number one, his seventh album to do so. Barnes was inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame on the 23rd October 2005 for his solo career efforts. Coupled with Cold Chisel's previous induction, Barnes is the only artist to be entered into the Hall of Fame twice.
Barnes is also the father of singer David Campbell, who recently starred in the Australian production of the musical Sunset Boulevard, and was a contestant on the Australian television programme Dancing with the Stars. The two perform the duet "Wichita Lineman" on Double Happiness.
Jingle Bell Rock
Jimmy Barnes Lyrics
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Jingle bells swing and jingle bell ring
Snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun
Now the jingle hop has begun
Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time
Dancin' and prancin' in Jingle Bell Square
What a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away
Jingle bell time is a swell time
To go glidin' in a one horse sleigh
Giddy up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Jingle around the clock
Mix and mingle in the jinglin' feet
That's the jingle bell rock
Oh, jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
Jingle bells swing and jingle bell ring
Snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun
Now the jingle hop has begun
(Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock)
(Jingle bell chime in jingle bell time)
(Dancin' and prancin' in Jingle Bell Square)
(In the frosty air)
Oh, what a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away
Jingle bell time is a swell time
To go glidin' in a one horse sleigh
Giddy up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Jingle around the clock
Mix and mingle in the jinglin' feet
That's the jingle bell
That's the jingle bell
That's the jingle bell rock
That's the jingle bell rock
In Jimmy Barnes's rendition of "Jingle Bell Rock," listeners are transported to a winter wonderland where the jingle bells are always ringing and the festivities never end. The lyrics speak to the excitement and joy of holiday cheer, with the sounds of jingle bells serving as a constant reminder of the season's festivities. Barnes's voice is lively and energetic, perfectly capturing the spirit of the holidays.
The song describes how jingle bells swing and ring in the snow and how the jingle hop begins. The chorus repeats itself, emphasizing the importance of jingle bells in the song's message. Barnes also represents the lively and fun aspect of the holiday. He describes how it is the perfect time to rock the night away and go riding in a one-horse sleigh. The chorus also includes description of the jingle horse picking up his feet and jingling around the clock.
Line by Line Meaning
Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
The start of a holiday tune, inviting listeners to join in the fun.
Jingle bells swing and jingle bell ring
The sound of the bells is clear and joyful, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun
The winter weather is creating a playful environment with lots of snow to enjoy.
Now the jingle hop has begun
The party is starting and the dancing to the jingle bell rock is starting too.
Dancin' and prancin' in Jingle Bell Square
The people at the party are moving and grooving to the music, having a good time.
In the frosty air
The cold winter air is all around, turning noses red and hands chilly.
What a bright time, it's the right time
The atmosphere is cheery and upbeat, perfect for a holiday celebration.
To rock the night away
The partygoers plan to keep dancing and enjoying themselves well into the night.
Jingle bell time is a swell time
The time spent celebrating with loved ones during the holidays is especially wonderful.
To go glidin' in a one horse sleigh
Taking a romantic ride in a cozy sleigh drawn by a single horse is one of the highlights of the winter season.
Giddy up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Encouragement to the horse to speed up and keep the fun going.
Jingle around the clock
Keep the jingle bells ringing at all hours of the day and night to keep the party going!
Mix and mingle in the jinglin' feet
Dance with friends, family, and loved ones to the lively melody.
That's the jingle bell rock
The song that encapsulates the spirit of the holiday season and all its festivities.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Joseph Beal, James Boothe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
renae232323
Love this song and you have the best version. I am keeping you in my Prayers for a quick recovery. Bless you and your family this Holiday season 🙏 ❤️ 🎄
James Barnes
Thank you, for your support.
Vera Lúcia Lima Fernandes
Jimmy Barnes quê maravilha!!!Você é Astro de Primeira grandeza amooo!!!ver você nos Palcos no Natal aqui em casa você vai ser á trilha sonora então vai ser um Natal PERFEITO!🤗😘🙌🙏🌻✌🤩❤muitooo!!!Obrigada Jimmy.
Raymondgogolf
Hi Vera I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….🌹🌹
James Barnes
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Hookstergram
Jimmy Barnes Rocks, great cover mate
James Barnes
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Rayleigh
Love Jimmy and his lovely family have a wonderful Christmas everyone of you 🤶 🎅 🎄 🎉❤
James Barnes
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Christy Arnold
God bless you and your family ❤️I love hearing all my favorites and done in Jimmy style 🎄❤️👵