1. Jimmy James (born Mich… Read Full Bio ↴Multiple artists are known as Jimmy James.
1. Jimmy James (born Michael James, 13 September 1939, Jamaica) is a soul music singer. "The Vagabonds" was the name of Jimmy James backing group. They signed a recording contract with Pye Records and released their best known studio album, The New Religion in 1966. He's particularly known for his cover of Neil Diamond's "Red Red Wine". In the 1970s the band had hit singles in the UK Singles Chart with " I'll Go Where Your Music Takes Me" and "Now Is The Time".
2. Jimmy James is originally from San Antonio, Texas, and now resides in New York City, where he performs regularly.
A child of the 70's, Jimmy loved to escape into the world of variety television. Sonny & Cher, Flip Wilson, Carol Burnette and Johnny Carson were just some of the shows that influenced and inspired him. Even as a toddler he was always singing, dancing and dressing up in his mother´s clothes. His remarkable ability for vocal mimicry became apparent at a young age, his first imitation was the distinctive voice of Cher, a longtime idol of Jimmy´s. With dedicated practice on his own, Jimmy discovered that he could also accurately imitate the unmistakable voices of Eartha Kitt, Billie Holiday, Patsy Cline, Bette Davis, Judy Garland, Barbra Streisand and many others. Without knowing it, his career was in the making.
Throughout high school, Jimmy studied the dramatic arts where he developed incredible skills with theatrical makeup. Using his own face as a canvas, he realized that like his voice his looks could also be transformed. He began to notice similarities in his facial structure with that of the late screen legend Marilyn Monroe. He then set out to re-create her trademark look and breathy vocal presence. The results of his efforts were spectacular. The "resurrected" Marilyn was an instant hit at the drag-shows and dance clubs where he performed.
It wasn´t long before television talk show producers began to notice his talents. Through a steady stream of appearances on shows such as Donahue, Sally, Geraldo, Joan Rivers, Entertainment Tonight, CNN, Showtime and others, he gained incredible national and international exposure. Suddenly Jimmy´s one-man show- "Marilyn and Voices" -which he wrote and produced- was in high-demand worldwide. From New York to L.A., Provincetown to Atlantic City even as far as Europe, Asia and Australia Jimmy had a sellout smash which toured for several years.
In addition to the touring, Jimmy was hired for a number of high-profile commercial ad campaigns. Eyewear manufacturer L.A. Eyeworks used a stunning image of Jimmys´ Marilyn in full-page ads that ran worldwide. The campaign was featured in the 20-year anniversary issue of Interview Magazine- a tribute to Andy Warhol. Another highly successful campaign was shot for Kenar, a women´s clothing manufacturer. The ad featured Jimmy as three of his divas: Marilyn, Bette Davis and Judy Garland posing with supermodel Linda Evangelista. The highlight of the campaign came when the ad electrified a giant billboard in the center of Times Square, New York City.
Throughout his career Jimmy James has constantly evolved as an entertainer. By the mid-1990's he began to pursue a career as a recording artist in New York City by using his own soulful voice. A talented singer and songwriter, Jimmy has recently been signed to several dance record labels- domestically with Interhit Records/US, and internationally with Devox Records/Toshiba-EMI/Asia, Mushroom Records/Australia and Hi-Bias/Canada. His first single "Who Wants To Be Your Lover", -produced by the Berman Brothers with remixes by Eric Kupper, Chris Cox and DJ´s Rule- will be released worldwide in early 1998. The single will be highlighted by an extraordinary video which will showcase Jimmy´s many visual transformations.
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Bewildered And Blue
Jimmy James Lyrics
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Bewildered, bewildered, lonely and blue
I don't know just why I miss you
Maybe it's the jincy tune
With its wordless wistful embers
That it left me in the morm
In your laughter gay and warm
I would fill your mouth with fairness
When it would make a tender storm
So I'm bewildered, bewildered am I over you
Bewildered, bewildered, lonely and blue
Then maybe someday I'll remember
When the dusk is old and still
But right now I don't know why I miss you
I just know I always will
So I'm bewildered, bewildered am I over you
Bewildered, bewildered, lonely and blue
Darling darling
I know I know I know I know
That's why I'm so bewildered bewildered bewildered
Mmmmmm
Come on come on come on come on now baby
The lyrics of Jimmy James's "Bewildered And Blue" convey the struggles of a person who is trying to come to terms with their feelings of heartbreak after a relationship has ended. The opening lines, "Bewildered, bewildered am I over you / Bewildered, bewildered, lonely and blue," emphasize the confusion and sadness that the singer is going through. They feel lost and overwhelmed by their emotions, and they can't seem to shake their feelings of loneliness and despair.
The singer then tries to analyze their feelings and figure out why they miss their former partner so much. They suggest that it may be the sound of their voice or the way they laughed that they miss, and that they were always drawn to their partner's kindness and compassion. But even as they try to make sense of why they feel the way they do, they can't seem to find a clear answer.
The final lines of the song express a sense of resignation and acceptance. The singer acknowledges that they may never fully understand their own emotions, but they know that they will always miss their former partner. The repetition of the word "bewildered" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's ongoing confusion and sense of disorientation.
Line by Line Meaning
Bewildered, bewildered am I over you
I am thoroughly confused and disoriented due to my feelings for you
Bewildered, bewildered, lonely and blue
My confusion and disorientation have left me feeling very alone and sad
I don't know just why I miss you
I cannot explain why I find myself longing for you
Maybe it's the jincy tune
Perhaps it's the haunting melody that reminds me of you
With its wordless wistful embers
And the bittersweet feelings it stirs within me
That it left me in the morm
Leaving me lost in thought and emotion
It could be the way word echoes
Or it may be the echoes of your words
In your laughter gay and warm
Which resonate through your warm and joyful laughter
I would fill your mouth with fairness
I long to speak kindly and honestly to you
When it would make a tender storm
Even if what I need to say could potentially create a storm of emotions
Then maybe someday I'll remember
Perhaps one day I will understand my feelings and how to cope with them
When the dusk is old and still
At a time far removed from the present chaos and confusion
But right now I don't know why I miss you
At the present moment, I have no clear explanation for my longing
I just know I always will
All I know is that this feeling of missing you is persistent
Darling darling
My dear love
I know I know I know I know
I am aware of my confusion and longing
That's why I'm so bewildered bewildered bewildered
Which is why I am so confused and disoriented
Mmmmmm
Hmmm
Come on come on come on come on now baby
Please understand my turmoil and come to me
Lyrics © CALDERWOOD, INC.
Written by: JAMES, JIMMY
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@djk3520
A fabulous early ska record from Jimmy James ..he has just retired last year from performing at 82
@lynettelashley7012
Love this song from High School days
@michaelpanday1789
Great oldie!
@rudylatour1969
Sure is. Been looking for this.
@vernellawhite4559
Golden oldie song
@lesliethomas2081
Does anyone know who the musicians are? Let me know soon
@fayeblair140
No mlm