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Janie Jones. Marion Mitchell (born 1941 [1] in Seaham, County Durham ), better known by her stage name Janie Jones, is a former English singer. She became renowned for holding sex parties at her home during the 1970s, and was jailed for her involvement in 'controlling prostitutes'. [2] [3] She first achieved notoriety in August 1964, when she ...
May 2, 2024 · The Story Behind the Song. “Janie Jones” was written by Mick Jones, the guitarist and co-founder of The Clash. The song was inspired by a woman named Janie Jones, who worked as a prostitute in London. Jones met Janie at a brothel, where he and his bandmates used to hang out. He was struck by her beauty and vulnerability and wrote the song ...
- Jerry Holt
When his job is done he'll be over in his car for you. [Chorus] He's in love with the rock 'n' roll world. He's in love with getting stoned, whoa. He's in love with Janie Jones' world. He don't ...
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Songfacts®: "Janie Jones" was one of the first ever songs written by The Clash, written not long after singer Joe Strummer had joined to initially form the band in 1976. The tune and chorus apparently came to guitarist Mick Jones whilst riding on the 31 bus from Harrow Road to Chalk Farm in London, with Strummer subsequently helping out with ...
May 9, 2024 · Janie Jones, the opening track on the Clash’s 1977 self-titled debut album, holds a special place in the hearts of punk rock fans around the world. Written by Mick Jones and Joe Strummer, the song pays homage to pop singer Janie Jones (real name Marion Mitchell), who gained notoriety in 1973 for running a prostitution ring.