Jumping Jack Flash
Rolling Stones - The Lyrics
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And I howled at the morning driving rain
But it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas
But it's all right. I'm Jumpin' Jack Flash
It's a gas, gas, gas
I was raised by a toothless, bearded hag,
I was schooled with a strap right across my back
But it's all right, I'm Jumpin' Jack Flash
It's a gas, gas, gas
I was drowned, I was washed up and left for dead
I fell down to my feet and I saw they bled , yeah yeah
I frowned at the crumbs of a crust of bread
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I was crowned with a spike right through my head
But it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas
But it's all right, I'm Jumpin' Jack Flash
It's a gas, gas, gas
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
The first verse of the song "Jumping Jack Flash" by the Rolling Stones featuring Eric Clapton portrays the singer's rough childhood. The opening line "I was born in a cross-fire hurricane" highlights the singer's birth during a turbulent and chaotic era. The next line, "And I howled at the morning driving rain," suggests that the singer was not content with his surroundings from a young age. However, despite the tough beginning, the singer proclaims that "it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas," indicating that he has overcome the difficulties he faced in his youth, and is now enjoying life to the fullest. The repetition of "It's a gas, gas, gas" reinforces the idea of the singer's enthusiasm for life.
The second verse describes the singer's schooling experience with a "toothless, bearded hag," suggesting a harsh and uninviting learning environment. The line "I was schooled with a strap right across my back" emphasizes the severity of the discipline enforced at school. Despite this, the singer once again declares that everything is "all right now" and that he is "Jumpin' Jack Flash," a name that may symbolize the singer's confidence and resilience.
The final verse of the song recounts several dangerous or difficult experiences, including being drowned and washed up, falling, and being "crowned with a spike right through my head." These lines may symbolize the various challenges and obstacles that the singer has overcome throughout his life. Once again, however, he asserts that "it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas," signifying that he has emerged victorious despite the adversity he faced.
Overall, "Jumping Jack Flash" delivers a message of resilience and triumph over hardships. The rough upbringing and difficult experiences are depicted as obstacles that the singer has overcome with enthusiasm and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
I was born in a cross-fire hurricane
I entered this world in a chaotic and difficult way
And I howled at the morning driving rain
I cried out in frustration and pain, just like a wolf howls at the rain
But it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas
Despite my tumultuous beginnings, I'm doing alright now and actually enjoying life
But it's all right. I'm Jumpin' Jack Flash
I'm confident and carefree, like the mythical character of Jumpin' Jack Flash
It's a gas, gas, gas
I'm having a blast, living life to the fullest
I was raised by a toothless, bearded hag,
My upbringing was unconventional, by someone who may not have been the most conventionally attractive
I was schooled with a strap right across my back
My education involved physical punishment
I was drowned, I was washed up and left for dead
I suffered a traumatic experience where I almost lost my life
I fell down to my feet and I saw they bled , yeah yeah
My body was injured, and I saw the evidence of that damage firsthand
I frowned at the crumbs of a crust of bread
I was dissatisfied with the bare minimum that I was given to survive
I was crowned with a spike right through my head
I endured agonizing pain, both physically and mentally
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
The legend of Jumpin' Jack Flash is about living life to the fullest, and that's what I'm doing
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
I'm carefree and enjoying the moment, just like Jumpin' Jack Flash
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
I'm embracing life and all its adventures, like the mythical character of Jumpin' Jack Flash
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
My life is full of excitement and joy, just like Jumpin' Jack Flash
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
Everything in my life is a fun and exhilarating experience, just like the legend of Jumpin' Jack Flash
Jumping Jack Flash, its a gas
I'm living life to its fullest and having a blast, just like Jumpin' Jack Flash
Lyrics © Abkco Music, Inc.
Written by: Keith Richards, Mick Jagger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@framebyframe7473
You know it’s a good song when it doesn’t age after 53 years, and never will.
@generaltov.6911
Time really flies huh? This sounds from the 2000s which is still 20 years ago
@mahrizhossain4308
@General Tov. It sounds from the 60s, but it is definitely infinitely better than today's songs.
@SunnyIlha
2:46
@robinholbrook6576
Taught it to my granddaughter!
@davebrokenshire1086
@Robin Holbrook Me too!
@zippoboy00
My dad's favorite Rolling Stones tune. Lost him 2-23-22. This one's for you Dad. I'll sing it until my voice gives out!
@Mattimaginex1
Condolences for your family.
@franciscogarcia7588
I feel ur pain.. 😔
@Cissy2cute
Lost someone dear to me last month. Sorry about your loss.