Billy Paul
"Me and Mrs Jones"
We got a thing going on... Listen to Billy Paul's iconic 1972 soul masterpiece, "Me and Mrs. Jones." This Grammy-winning ballad became a massive number one hit, defining the sophisticated Philadelphia soul sound with its lush orchestration and story of a secret affair.
- TITLE: Me and Mrs Jones
- BAND: Billy Paul
- GENRE: Philadelphia Soul
- OTHER: OneHitWonder
- RELEASEDAY: September 29
- YEAR: 1972
Released as the defining single for soul singer Billy Paul, this track captivated listeners worldwide. Its smooth, sophisticated arrangement, characteristic of the Gamble & Huff-produced Philadelphia soul sound, provided the perfect backdrop for the intimate, confessional lyrics detailing a clandestine romance.
This timeless 1972 soul ballad remains one of the most famous songs about infidelity. Billy Paul's nuanced, soulful vocal delivery and the lush orchestration cemented its place in music history, often cited as his signature song and defining one-hit wonder on the pop charts.
SONG MEANING: The song narrates a clandestine affair between the singer and a married woman, Mrs. Jones. They meet secretly every day ("Me and Mrs Jones / We got a thing goin' on") at the same place, sharing a strong connection they know is wrong but feel powerless to end, before ultimately having to return to their separate obligations.
