Jan's Song
INXS · Shabooh Shoobah [1982]
She says she wants the world to hear
Her people's needs their basic rights
She shouts I'll make you understand
What it is we're striving for
A better deal across this land
She puts her hat on
Looks in the mirror
Say's to herself
You've nothing to fear
Her friends won't argue
Her friends don't care
Now is the moment
To get out of here
Jan's friends they're marching in the streets
The anger in their hearts
Provides a steady beat
On an on an on an on
There's Jan calling from the rooftops
She says she wants the world to hear
Her peoples needs their basic rights - right!
She puts her hat on
Looks in the mirror
Says to herself
You've nothing to fear
Her friends won't argue
Her friends don't care
Now is the moment
To get out of here
Generosity
Noble word to me
Our democracy
Noble words to me
Jan's Song
Jan's Song stands as a defining track from INXS's early Australian period, appearing on their 1982 debut album Shabooh Shoobah. The recording captures the band's initial fusion of rock and new wave influences before they achieved global superstardom. Written by frontman Michael Hutchence, the piece reflects the personal inspirations often found in the group's early catalogue. While the band would later refine their sound into a harder-edged rock style, this track showcases the melodic sensibilities and rhythmic drive that characterized their formative years. It remains a significant song in their discography, illustrating the artistic direction that would eventually propel them to international acclaim through subsequent albums and hit singles.