The Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash Jackson song was released in 1967 and reached #2 on the Billboard Country Singles chart. This version also won a Grammy Award in 1968 for Best Country and Western Performance Duet, Trio or Group. “Jackson” is one of the most iconic country music duets of all time. The song tells the story of a man and woman who can’t seem to live with or without each other.
The chemistry between Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash is undeniable in this song. They had a special bond that was evident in their music, and “Jackson” is a perfect example of that. They sound like they’re having a great time singing together, and their playful banter adds to the charm of the song. Watch Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash performing “Jackson” from The Best Of The Johnny Cash TV Show and see the written lyrics below.
Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash Jackson Live Video
This song was written in 1963 by Billy Edd Wheeler and Jerry Leiber.
Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash Jackson Lyrics
We got married in a fever, hotter than a pepper sprout,
We’ve been talkin’ ’bout Jackson
Ever since the fire went out.
I’m goin’ to Jackson, I’m gonna mess around,
Yeah, I’m goin’ to Jackson,
Look out Jackson town.
Well, go on down to Jackson; go ahead and wreck your health.
Go play your hand you big-talkin’ man, make a big fool of yourself,
Yeah, go to Jackson; go comb your hair!
Honey, I’m gonna snowball Jackson.
See if I care.
When I breeze into that city, people gonna stoop and bow. (Hah!)
All them women gonna make me, teach ’em what they don’t know how,
I’m goin’ to Jackson, you turn-a loosen my coat.
‘Cos I’m goin’ to Jackson.
“Goodbye, ” that’s all she wrote.
But they’ll laugh at you in Jackson, and I’ll be dancin’ on a Pony Keg.
They’ll lead you ’round town like a scalded hound,
With your tail tucked between your legs,
Yeah, go to Jackson, you big-talkin’ man.
And I’ll be waitin’ in Jackson, behind my Jaypan Fan.
Well now, we got married in a fever, hotter than a pepper sprout,
We’ve been talkin’ ’bout Jackson, ever since the fire went out.
I’m goin’ to Jackson, and that’s a fact.
Yeah, we’re goin’ to Jackson, ain’t never comin’ back.
Well, we got married in a fever, hotter than a pepper sprout
We’ve been talkin’ ’bout Jackson
Ever since the fire went out…
“Jackson” by Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash is a timeless classic that showcases the chemistry and talent of two of country music’s greatest icons. The playful lyrics, driving beat, and excellent instrumentation make it a song that’s impossible not to sing along to. It’s no wonder that it’s still beloved by fans of country music all over the world. Remember to “share” the Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash Jackson song with other Country Music fans.
