He is most famous as Lucky Spencer on General Hospital, a role he played from 1993 to 1999. He is widely held by fans and the media to be the definitive Lucky. Jackson has a very close relationship to his onscreen parents, Anthony Geary and Genie Francis, and still calls Geary one of his closest friends to this day.
Jackson has starred in movies Camp Nowhere, Trapped in a Purple Haze, The Deep End of the Ocean, Tuck Everlasting, Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights, Insomnia, and Stephen King's Riding the Bullet.
He made two guest appearances in Boy Meets World during the 1997-98 season, as Cory and Topanga and company have become high-school seniors.
Jackson won three Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Younger Actor for his role as Lucky in 1995, 1998, and 1999.
In addition to acting, Jonathan plays guitar and sings in a band with his brother, Richard. The band is called Enation, and they have released a few albums. The previous names of the band were Jono and the Rock, Scarlet River and Scarlet Road. Several of his songs were aired on General Hospital, the most memorable being his ballad "Elizabeth".
He will be spending the spring of 2007 in Romania, filming the part of The Walker in the big budget fantasy film "The Dark is Rising".
Born in Orlando, Florida, Jackson was raised in Washington. His father, Rick, is a physician in private practice in Vancouver, Washington. His mother, Jeanine, is a homemaker and is deeply involved with the family's church. Jackson has two siblings. His older brother, Richard Lee, is also an actor and the drummer in their band, Enation. His older sister, Candice, is a lawyer and a published author.
He has been married to former General Hospital actress Lisa Vultaggio since June 21st 2002. They have a son, Caleb Jackson, born on June 21st 2003 and a daughter, Adora Jackson, born in the summer of 2005. The family splits their time between Washington and Los Angeles.
Be My Girl
Jonathan Jackson Lyrics
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Even if you can't tell
By the way that you're looking
I know you want me as well
And before the night's over
We both are gonna give in
So come a little bit closer
Where you and I can begin
Slowly
Oehhh fast, oehhh slow
Doesn't matter where, baby let's go
Oehhh fast, oehhh slow
Don't you wanna be my girl
You twirl your hair with your fingers
Girl I know what that means I see you there in the corner
You should be dancing with me
And before the night's over
We both are gonna give in
So come a little bit closer
Where you and I can begin
Slowly
Oehhh fast, oehhh slow
Doesn't matter where, baby let's go
Oehhh fast, oehhh slow
Don't you wanna be my girl
Slowly
Oehhh fast, oehhh slow
Doesn't matter where, baby let's go
Oehhh fast, oehhh slow
Don't you, don't you
Don't you wanna be my girl
The lyrics of "Be My Girl" by Jonathan Jackson and Sam Palladio express the desire of the singer to be with someone they know they shouldn't. The singer is well aware that the person they are interested in is also interested in them, despite what they may be saying or how they may be acting. The singer is trying to entice the person to give in to their attraction and move closer, where they can begin whatever it is that they both want. The lyrics are an invitation to dance and enjoy each other's company, even if it may be wrong.
The chorus of "Oehhh fast, oehhh slow" reinforces the idea that the physicality of their relationship doesn't matter, as long as they are together. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the importance of the invitation for the other person to be the singer's girl. The colloquial "don't you wanna be my girl" is a lighthearted way of asking the question, while still conveying the message of wanting the other person to be with them.
Overall, the song is about the excitement of wanting someone and the temptation to give in to that desire, even if it may not be the wisest choice. The lyrics are catchy and playful, designed to make the listener feel like dancing and having fun with the idea of letting go and being with someone they shouldn't.
Line by Line Meaning
I know it's wrong but I want you
I acknowledge that this desire I have for you may be inappropriate or immoral, but despite that, I still yearn for you.
Even if you can't tell
Even if your actions or words don't suggest it, I sense that you also feel drawn to me.
By the way that you're looking
Your gaze and body language convey signs of attraction that I pick up on.
I know you want me as well
Based on the clues I'm observing, I'm confident that you share the same level of interest in me.
And before the night's over
I predict that before this night is finished, something significant will occur between us.
We both are gonna give in
We'll eventually succumb to our mutual attraction and take things further than just eye contact.
So come a little bit closer
I'm urging you to physically move nearer to me to heighten the intimacy and get the ball rolling.
Where you and I can begin
In this proximate space, we can start exploring our connection and feelings without any external distraction.
Oehhh fast, oehhh slow
The tempo and speed of our escalating romantic interactions don't matter, as long as we do it together.
Doesn't matter where, baby let's go
It doesn't matter what the location, situation, or circumstance is; let's seize this romantic moment and give in to our desires.
You twirl your hair with your fingers
Your subtle yet flirtatious gesture of playing with your hair signals to me a willingness to engage in more than just a friendly conversation.
Girl I know what that means
As someone with romantic experience and intuition, I can interpret your body language and subtle hints with accuracy.
I see you there in the corner
I notice that you're standing somewhat apart from the crowd, and I want to bridge the physical and emotional distance between us.
You should be dancing with me
I believe that instead of standing off to the side, you would be happier and more fulfilled if you allowed me to share this playful, carefree moment with you and danced together.
Don't you wanna be my girl
After all these signs of reciprocal attraction, it seems natural and obvious to me that you want to take this relationship to the next level and officially become my girlfriend.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DERRICK ADAM SOUTHERLAND, JACOB BRYANT, JON DAVIDSON
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Stacy M
Here we are a few years later, and I have a couple of thoughts. One: I miss Chaley's voice on the show! She was something special. And two: The character growth of "Avery" is some of the best writing on the show! For someone who started as such a tool, to where he is now, and have it be believable? That is GREAT writing. And come on, can we just give Jonathan Jackson an Emmy now and get it over with?! So, so good.
Andrea M.
Jonathan Jackson's voice is amazing. Love it.
Melissa Fox
The cutest
Katherine Tracy
Love this song! It's fun and simple and good. We need more of that. Love the music from this show, and the show and super cast, too.
artzylady Ann
Sure do hope they release this song so I can buy it. Just love it and their performance!!!
Emily Ekins
Love the songs these three do together!
Kori Frye
Korirfryer
Joe Blough
I'll never understand how the Nashville version actually released omitted Chaley Rose's gorgeous vocal touch to it. Plus it was so good here with just two guitars and not the full production like on the album. I always have to come watch this clip to get my fix.
RJP Phoenix
Is it on iTunes? I cant find it
tamarc82
please make it a full song - it sounds great!