Jeremiah In June
by Tami Quigley
Title
Jeremiah In June
Artist
Tami Quigley
Medium
Photograph - Photography ~ Digitally Enhanced
Description
“Jeremiah was a bullfrog
Was a good friend of mine
I never understood a single word he said
But I helped him a-drink his wine
And he always had some mighty fine wine
Singin’ joy to the world
All the boys and girls now
Joy to the fishes in the deep blue sea
Joy to you and me” …
~ “Joy to the World”
“Joy to the World” is a song written by Hoyt Axton and made famous by the band Three Dog Night. The song is also popularly known by its opening lyric, “Jeremiah was a bullfrog.” Three Dog Night originally released the song on their fourth studio album, “Naturally,” in November 1970, and subsequently released an edited version of the song as a single in February 1971.
When the song hit #1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 in 1971, Axton and his mother, Mae Axton, became the first mother and son to each have written a number one pop single in the rock era. Mae Axton co-wrote “Heartbreak Hotel,” which was the first number one hit for the great Elvis Presley.
One of at least four American bullfrogs who were very vocal in the pond at Trexler Memorial Park, Allentown, Pennsylvania enjoys a mid-June evening in late spring. I don’t often see them there, but as this day edged toward sunset they loudly made their presence known!
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Comments (25)
Tami Quigley
Many thanks Nina Prommer for the feature in ART ~ It Is Good For You, much appreciated!
Elizabeth Tillar
Tami, I just love this endearing image and the fascinating lyrics and history of the song by Three Dog Night! I was around back then and loved the band. The detail, color, and presentation of Jeremiah are superb! l/f
Tami Quigley replied:
Thanks so very much Elizabeth! I was just a really little kid, but I do remember hearing the song on the radio in the car with my parents:)
Randy Rosenberger
Congratulations for having this great piece of artwork chosen to be featured in our Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group. I am proud to be able to support and promote all artists within our group. I very much enjoyed viewing the masterfully done piece from you portfolio to show off to all other artists and to attract perspective buyers. Thanks for sharing your beautiful artwork with all FAA members. Well worthy of this recognition.
Tami Quigley replied:
Thank you so very much Randy! Truly appreciate the the honor, your kind words and support!
John M Bailey
Congratulations on your feature in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
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