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About Me and Mrs. Jones
"Me and Mrs. Jones" is a 1972 soul song written by Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Cary Gilbert, and originally recorded by Billy Paul. It describes an extramarital affair between a man and his lover, Mrs. Jones. In the song, the two meet in secret "every day at the same cafe", where they hold hands and talk. The two are caught in a quandary: "we both know that it's wrong/but it's much too strong/to let it go now".
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Me and Mrs. JonesWe got a thing, goin' onWe both know that it's wrongBut it's much too strongTo let it go nowWe meet every day at the same cafeSix-thirty and no one knows she'll be thereHolding hands, making all kinds of plansWhile the juke box plays our favorite songsMe and Mrs., Mrs. Jones (Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones)We got a thing, goin' onWe both know that it's wrongBut it's much too strongTo let it go nowWe gotta be extra carefulThat do we don't build our hopes up too highBecause she's got her own obligationsAnd so, and so, do IMe and Mrs., Mrs. Jones (Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones)We got a thing, goin' onWe both know that it's wrongBut it's much too strongTo let it go nowWell, it's time for us to be leavingIt hurts so much, it hurts so much insideNow she'll go her way and I'll go mineTomorrow we'll meetThe same place, the same timeMe and Mrs. JonesWe got a thing goin' onWe gotta be extra carefulWe can't afford to build our hopes up too highI wanna meet and talk with youAt the same place, the same cafe, the same timeAnd we gonna hold hands like we used toWe gonna talk it over, talk it overWe know, they know, and you know what I know that it was wrongBut our thing is strong, we gotta let 'em know nowThat we gotta thing going on, a thing going on
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Billy Paul
Billy Paul (born Paul Williams; December 1, 1934) is a Grammy Award winning American soul singer, most known for his 1972 number-one single, "Me and Mrs. Jones" as well as the 1973 album and single "War of the Gods" which blends his more conventional pop, soul and funk styles with electronic and psychedelic influences. He is usually identified by his diverse vocal style which ranges from mellow and soulful to low and raspy. more »
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Written by: Leon Huff, Cary Grant Gilbert, Kenneth Gamble
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Artist SummaryBilly Paul, whose real name is Paul Williams, was an American soul singer best known for his number-one hit single "Me and Mrs. Jones." |
Release Context"Me and Mrs. Jones" was released in 1972 on Billy Paul's fourth album, titled "360 Degrees of Billy Paul." |
Chart PerformanceThis song topped the Billboard Hot 100 charts in December 1972 and remained there for three weeks. It also topped the Billboard R&B chart. |
Song ProductionThe song was written by Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Cary Gilbert, who were the leading architects of the Philadelphia soul sound, also known as "Philly Soul." |
Grammy AwardIn 1973, "Me and Mrs. Jones" won Billy Paul a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. |
Song ThemeThe song talks about an extramarital affair between a man and a woman who meet in secret "at the same café" and "the same time." |
Song Cover"Me and Mrs. Jones" was covered by various artists, including Michael Bublé and Seal. Michael Bublé's cover of the song was featured on his album Call Me Irresponsible. |
International SuccessApart from its success in the United States, "Me and Mrs. Jones" reached number 12 on the UK singles chart. |
Cultural ImpactThe song was featured in many films and television shows like "Beautiful Girls" and "The Wire," indicating its lasting cultural impact. |
Song DurationThe original recording of the song has a total duration of 4 minutes and 45 seconds. |
Sequel SongIn 2007, nearly 35 years after "Me and Mrs. Jones," Billy Paul worked with the songwriters on a sequel called "Me and Mrs. Jones, Pt. 2 - Let's Make a Baby." |
Retirement AnnouncementIn 1989, Billy Paul announced his retirement during a performance of "Me and Mrs. Jones" in New Jersey but continued performing occasionally until his death in 2016. |
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