Jump
Van Halen · Best Of Both Worlds [2004]
And nothin' gets me down
You got it tough,
I've seen the toughest around
And I know
Baby just how you feel
You've got to ro-o-oll with the punches and get to what's real
(Bridge)
Can't you see me standing here I got my back against the record machine
I ain't the worst that you've seen
Can't you see what I mean
(Chorus)
Ah, might as well Jump (Jump!)
Might as well Jump
Go ahead and Jump (Jump!)
Go ahead and Jump
A-oh, hey you, who said that,
Baby how you been?
You say you don't you don't kno-o-ow
You won't know until you begin
(repeat Bridge)
(Chorus 2)
Might as well Jump (Jump!)
Go ahead and Jump
Might as well Jump (Jump!)
Go ahead and Jump
Jump!
(guitar solo followed by keyboard solo)
(repeat Chorus 2)
(repeat "Jump!" to fade)
Jump - Van Halen
Jump stands as a defining anthem of the 1980s hard rock and new wave fusion, propelled by the electrifying synergy between Eddie Van Halen's virtuosic guitar work and Michael Anthony's distinctive bass lines. Released on Best Of Both Worlds, the track exemplifies the band's ability to blend technical proficiency with catchy, radio-friendly melodies. Its enduring popularity stems from its infectious rhythm and the iconic vocal performance by David Lee Roth, who delivered a charismatic delivery that became synonymous with the era's rock sound. The song remains a staple of live performances and has cemented Van Halen's legacy as pioneers of the genre, influencing countless subsequent artists who sought to merge rock aggression with melodic accessibility.