Nice Man Jack

Album: Zaragon (1978)
Play Video

Songfacts®:

  • This song is based on one of the many theories about Jack the Ripper: that he was a gentleman, well liked, and the last person anyone would suspect of being a serial killer. Catherine Eddowes, the Ripper's fourth victim, was murdered in Mitre Square on the night of September 29, 1888.

    Neither Kensington Gardens nor Harley Street have any real connection with Jack the Ripper, but the former was probably included to suggest a Royal connection, while it is just possible that the real Jack was a medical man who had some association with the world famous Harley Street. "Nice Man Jack" is divided into three parts: (i) Kensington Gardens; (ii) Mitre Square; (iii) Harley Street. >>
    Suggestion credit:
    Alexander - London, England
  • Judas Priest released a song of their own about the same subject called "The Ripper."

Comments

Be the first to comment...

Editor's Picks

Meshell Ndegeocello

Meshell NdegeocelloSongwriter Interviews

Meshell Ndegeocello talks about recording "Wild Night" with John Mellencamp, and explains why she shied away from the spotlight.

Rock Stars of Horror

Rock Stars of HorrorMusic Quiz

Rock Stars - especially those in the metal realm - are often enlisted for horror movies. See if you know can match the rocker to the role.

Yoko Ono

Yoko OnoSongwriter Interviews

At 80 years old, Yoko has 10 #1 Dance hits. She discusses some of her songs and explains what inspired John Lennon's return to music in 1980.

Eagles Lyrics Quiz

Eagles Lyrics QuizMusic Quiz

Lots of life lessons in these Eagles lyrics - can you match them to the correct song?

Phil Hurtt ("I'll Be Around")

Phil Hurtt ("I'll Be Around")Songwriter Interviews

Phil was a songwriter, producer and voice behind many Philadelphia soul classics. When disco hit, he got an interesting project: The Village People.

Rupert Hine

Rupert HineSongwriter Interviews

Producer Rupert Hine talks about crafting hits for Tina Turner, Howard Jones and The Fixx.