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About Mr. Jones
"Mr. Jones" is a song by American alternative rock band Counting Crows. It was released in December 1993 as the lead single and third track from their debut album, August and Everything After (1993). It was the band's first radio hit and has been described as a "breakout" single. "Mr. Jones" reached number seven in France, number five in the United States, and number one in Canada.
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I was down at the New Amsterdam staring at this yellow-haired girlMr. Jones strikes up a conversation with this black-haired flamenco dancerShe dances while his father plays guitarShe's suddenly beautifulWe all want something beautifulI wish I was beautifulSo come dance this silence down through the morning Cut Maria! Show me some of them Spanish dancesPass me a bottle, Mr. JonesBelieve in meHelp me believe in anythingI want to be someone who believesMr. Jones and me tell each other fairy talesStare at the beautiful women"She's looking at you. Ah, no, no, she's looking at me."Smiling in the bright lightsComing through in stereoWhen everybody loves you, you can never be lonelyI will paint my picturePaint myself in blue and red and black and gray All of the beautiful colors are very very meaningfulGrey is my favorite colorI felt so symbolic yesterdayIf I knew PicassoI would buy myself a gray guitar and playMr. Jones and me look into the futureStare at the beautiful women"She's looking at you.Uh, I don't think so. She's looking at me."Standing in the spotlightI bought myself a gray guitarWhen everybody loves me, I will never be lonelyI want to be a lionEverybody wants to pass as catsWe all want to be big big stars, but we got different reasons for that Believe in me because I don't believe in anythingand I want to be someone to believeMr. Jones and me stumbling through the barrioYeah we star at the beautiful women"She's perfect for you, Man, there's got to be somebody for me."I want to be Bob DylanMr. Jones wishes he was someone just a little more funkyWhen everybody loves you, son, that's just about as funky as you can beMr. Jones and me staring at the videoWhen I look at the television, I want to see me staring right back at meWe all want to be big stars, but we don't know why and we don't know how But when everybody loves me, I'm going to be just about as happy as can beMr. Jones and me, we're gonna be big stars
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Counting Crows
Counting Crows is an American rock band from Berkeley, California, formed in 1991. The band consists of Adam Duritz (lead vocals, piano), David Bryson (guitar), Charlie Gillingham (accordion, keyboards), Dan Vickrey (lead guitar), David Immerglück (guitar, banjo, mandolin), Jim Bogios (drums) and Millard Powers (bass). more »
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Written by: Adam Fredric Duritz, Ben G Mize, Charles Thomas Gillingham, Daniel John Vickrey, David Lynn Bryson, Matthew Mark Malley, Steve Bowman
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Origin and Inspiration"Mr. Jones" is a song by American rock band Counting Crows, released in 1993. - The song was inspired by the lead singer's father, who was nicknamed Mr. Jones. |
Debut Album LaunchIt was included in their debut album "August and Everything After." - This song played a key role in making the band popular. |
Billboard Charts"Mr. Jones" peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100. - It was Counting Crows' highest-charting song in the United States. |
Video and MTV InfluenceThe music video for "Mr. Jones" was in heavy rotation on MTV, which greatly contributed to the song's popularity. - Directed by Oliver Stone’s cinematographer, Robert Richardson, the video is known for its unique visual flair. |
Lyrics InsightThe lyrics of the song reflect Adam Duritz's desire to be a rock star. - “Mr. Jones” is actually about Duritz’s childhood friend Marty Jones, and both aspiring to become famous. |
Live PerformancesThe song's popularity led to Counting Crows performing it at almost all of their live shows. - Over the years, the band has developed numerous live versions of "Mr. Jones." |
Cultural Impact"Mr. Jones" gained cultural relevance and has been tapped for various TV show soundtracks and commercials. - Its distinctive guitar riff and catchy chorus made it a staple of '90s pop culture. |
Critiques and ReceptionAlthough the song was a commercial success, it received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its lyrical depth, while others considered it overplayed. - Duritz himself has expressed mixed emotions about "Mr. Jones," saying that it was misinterpreted by fans and media. |
Use in MediaThe song has been featured in several films and television series, including Mr. Deeds, Zoo, and Happy Endings. |
Cover VersionsVarious cover versions of "Mr. Jones" have been done by different artists in a variety of styles. Some well-known covers include those by Marty Casey, Lovehammers, and Drivin N Cryin. |
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