Jungletime
Neil Diamond · Beautiful Noise [1976]
Jungle time, settin' it right and then takin' the glory,
Jungle time, rumble time,
baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby.
Strut your stuff, lay it all out like you don't care who knows it.
Strut your stuff, you keep your cool while the other guy blows it.
Strut your stuff, hangin' tough.
Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby.
Jungle time, rumble time, tumble time.
Hey, I'm walkin' proud, me and the boys got a date with the angels.
Walkin' proud, we and them boys ain't exactly like strangers.
Walkin' proud, talkin' proud.
Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby.
Jungle time, rumble time, tumble time.
Hey, I'm checkin' out, this ain't my style it it ain't my persuasion.
Checkin' out, guess I ain't built for this kind of occasion.
Checkin' out, steppin' out.
Mama, mama, mama, mama, mama, mama, mama, mama.
Jungle time, rough, tough, tumble time.
Jungle time rough, tough, tumble time.
Jungletime by Neil Diamond
Neil Diamond's "Jungletime" stands as a quintessential example of his mid-1970s pop sensibility, captured on the album *Beautiful Noise*. Released in 1976, the track exemplifies Diamond's signature blend of acoustic guitar, harmonica, and lush vocal arrangements that defined the era's soft rock and adult contemporary landscape. The song reflects the introspective and romantic themes prevalent in Diamond's discography during this period, showcasing his ability to craft melodic hooks that resonated with audiences seeking both emotional depth and catchy pop structures. As part of his broader catalog from the mid-70s, "Jungletime" demonstrates his continued evolution as a songwriter and performer, maintaining the polished production quality that characterized his work on *Beautiful Noise* while contributing to his enduring legacy in American music.