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Jump

Don McLean

[Chorus]

Well you better jump, jump, jump,

If you wanna' live at all.

Yes you better jump, jump, jump,

Even though you're bound to fall

Cause' they're gonna' make you sorry gonna' make you cry

If you don't jump, jump, jump, into the seat by and by.

Well, you jump for joy and happiness,

You jump when things go right.

You jump when you're asleep

And you hear a strange voice in the night.

Sometimes we get to use to things, they don't mean what they did.

I know that what make my floor, make another fellows lid.

(Chorus)

Well, I'm always on the lookout,

For somethin' fresh and new.

Like bein' on a cookout with a crazy Kangaroo.

Just when I think I've found a place where I'm sure I wanna' stop.

My body won't quit cookin' and my mind begins to hop.

(Chorus)

Well, I'm thinkin' about a thousand things,

I'm a losin' lots of sleep.

I'm glidin' on my inner wings, I'm gettin' set to leap.

I'm ridin' on my pony, I'm lettin' out my rope.

I'm lookin' for an idea that a big bar of soap.

(Chorus)

(Instrumental Break)

(Chorus)

Well, one man was cold and hungry,

One man was rich and well.

One man stood at the window, as the crowd began to yell.

While the poor man prayed to Jesus and the rich man made a deal.

One man was standing naked yellin' do what you feel.

(Chorus)

(Chorus)

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Jump by Don McLean is a song that captures the essence of taking life by the horns and embracing the unknown. It's about the exhilaration and freedom that comes from making bold decisions and taking risks. The key themes include adventure, courage, and the pursuit of passion. Particularly poignant moments in the song include references to the liberation felt when one chooses to follow their dreams, despite the obstacles that may arise. It's a motivational anthem encouraging listeners to break free from their comfort zones and leap into new experiences.

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