![]() Jack takes a moment to think and acts like James Dean by scratching his head ![]() Scratches his head, and does his best James Dean Jack he sits back, collects his thoughts for the moment The chorus suggests that life continues even after the excitement is gone and they keep moving forward Life goes on, long after the thrill of living is gone" Jack suggests that they go behind the trees and Diane takes off her clothes while Jack touches her ![]() "Hey, Diane, let's run off behind the shady trees Jacky has his hands between Diane's knees Jack and Diane are eating chili dogs outside a restaurant called Tastee Freez Suckin' on chilli dog outside the Tastee Freez Jack dreams of becoming a football playerĭiane's debutante, back seat of Jacky's carĭiane is a debutante and she's in the back seat of Jacky's car Two young Americans living in the Midwest Two American kids growing up in the heart land It's a coming-of-age story that reminds us that, even when things get tough, life goes on, and we must find ways to adapt and move forward.Ī short song about two teenagers named Jack and Diane "Jack and Diane" is a catchy, upbeat song that speaks to the universal experience of growing up and realizing that life is not all thrills and excitement. The chorus repeats, reassuring the listener that life goes on, even after the excitement of youth passes. Despite her protests, Jack is still determined to find something more. He suggests that they run off to the city, but Diane insists that he's not missing anything. The second verse sees Jack collecting his thoughts, scratching his head, and trying to be like James Dean. The song's chorus reassures us that "life goes on, long after the thrill of living is gone." Jack and Diane are hopeful and enjoying their youth, but the lyrics suggest that there is something darker lurking beneath the surface. Jack suggests they run off behind the shady trees and "dribble off those Bobby Brooks," while Diane looks on. They spend their time outside the Tastee Freez, sucking on chili dogs, with Jack's hands between her knees. Jack is a football star, and Diane is a debutante who often rides in the backseat of Jack's car. ![]() The song "Jack and Diane" by John Mellencamp tells the story of two American teenagers growing up in the heartland. ![]()
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