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Van Morrison — And It Stoned Me
Album: Moondance
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Released: 1970
Length: 4:30
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Half a mile from the county fair
And the rain came pouring down
Me and Billy standing there
With a silver half a crown

Hands are full of the fishing rod
And the tackle on our backs
We just stood there getting wet
With our backs against the fence

Oh, the water
Oh, the water
Oh, the water
Hope it don't rain all day

And it stoned me to my soul
Stoned me just like Jelly Roll
And it stoned me
And it stoned me to my soul
Stoned me just like going home
And it stoned me

And the rain let up, and the sun came up
While we were getting dry
Almost let a pickup truck
Nearly pass us by

So we jumped right in, and the driver grinned
And he dropped us up the road
And we looked at the swim, and we jumped right in
Not to mention fishing poles

Oh, the water
Oh, the water
Oh, the water
Let it run all over me

And it stoned me to my soul
Stoned me just like Jelly Roll
And it stoned me
And it stoned me to my soul
Stoned me just like going home
And it stoned me

On the way back home, we sang a song
But our throats were getting dry
Then we saw the man from across the road
With the sunshine in his eye

Well he lived all alone in his own little home
With a great big gallon jar
There were bottles, too, one for me and you
And he said: Hey, there you are

Oh, the water
Oh, the water
Oh, the water
Get it myself from the mountain stream

And it stoned me to my soul
Stoned me just like Jelly Roll
And it stoned me
And it stoned me to my soul
Stoned me just like going home
And it stoned me

And it stoned me to my soul
Stoned me just like Jelly Roll
And it stoned me
And it stoned me to my soul
Stoned me just like going home
And it stoned me
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jelly roll also means "genitalia" or "sexual intercourse" in the euphemism loaded lyrics written by African American musicians back in the 1920s-40s.

Posted 3 days ago by snitramc    [ Reply ]
 renegade_X wrote:

Always wondered what "stoned me like Jelly Roll" was. Back in my stoner days, that part would send me to the store to get Jelly Rolls. LOL



Jelly Roll Morton  was an American pianist and band leader.
Posted 9 months ago by Devaplan    [ Reply ]
Always wondered what "stoned me like Jelly Roll" was. Back in my stoner days, that part would send me to the store to get Jelly Rolls. LOL
Posted 11 months ago by renegade_X    [ Reply ]
 rita_johnson wrote:

I adore Van's music but I still found this hilarious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxDbmZHtBR0



Very well observed and very funny!
Posted 1 year ago by Paul_in_Australia    [ Reply ]
Why is every 5th song in the mellow mix, a Van Morrison song?
Posted 1 year ago by Waaiers    [ Reply ]
This always take me back to riding in my late husband's 56 Chevy wagon on the far north coast of California. So bittersweet. He went home.
Posted 1 year ago by debrabolman    [ Reply ]
Awesome, more of "The Man" please  :-)
Posted 1 year ago by Rstrickster    [ Reply ]
Still play this with the guys every week!

And It Stoned Me

Posted 1 year ago by awhfman    [ Reply ]
 Dahnyul wrote:
coldatlantic wrote: I have always thought of the reference as being Jelly Roll Morton, the jazz artist. I don't know whether that means Jelly Roll got stoned a lot, or more likely, that Van gets feeling 'stoned' when he listens to Jelly Roll.

In typical Van Morrison fashion "Jelly Roll" is either a reference to Jelly Roll Morton (many of Van's songs have references to blues/rock'n'roll/jazz musicians) or the meaning of female genitalia or plain sex. Take your pick. Now, where did Jelly Roll Morton get his nickname from ? ;-)
Posted 1 year ago by boffyflow    [ Reply ]
My good friend Colin loved this song. May he rest easy, in peace. I dedicate today’s fat Alberta Brown Trout to your most excellent memory.
Posted 2 years ago by mach-hog    [ Reply ]
 kcoleman486249 wrote:

I always assumed he was referring to Jelly Roll Morton, one of the first jazz pianists in New Orleans, especially because of the prominence of piano in the song. Jelly Roll's nickname probably had a sexual connotation, as noted in your comment.
Since he was also a pimp, yes it did.
c.

Posted 3 years ago by cc_rider    [ Reply ]
As a human being, he’s a total dick, but his music is awesome.
Posted 3 years ago by Stratocaster    [ Reply ]
 uksminas wrote:

I got to know Donovan from that scene in that episode!
Ohh when he shaves and rainbows comes out of his stubbles lol...
Smoke responsibly yall, treat it as a ceremony <3
Posted 3 years ago by ExploitingChaos    [ Reply ]
Posted 3 years ago by lgonzale803    [ Reply ]
Posted 4 years ago by uksminas    [ Reply ]
Pure Cool
Posted 5 years ago by stephen.king12101    [ Reply ]
 DD rabbi_phil wrote:
I'm 100% certain that I may or may not be correct
 

The arrogance!! 
Posted 5 years ago by ziggytrix    [ Reply ]
I adore Van's music but I still found this hilarious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxDbmZHtBR0
Posted 5 years ago by rita_johnson    [ Reply ]
 On_The_Beach wrote:

dictionary.com says:
Word Origin and History for jelly roll
noun
also jelly-roll, "cylindrical cake containing jelly or jam," 1873, from jelly + roll (n.).
As slang for "vagina, sexual intercourse" it dates from 1914 ("St. Louis Blues").

Guessing Van was referring to the latter, but who knows, maybe he's just into baked goods.


 
I always assumed he was referring to Jelly Roll Morton, one of the first jazz pianists in New Orleans, especially because of the prominence of piano in the song. Jelly Roll's nickname probably had a sexual connotation, as noted in your comment.
Posted 5 years ago by kcoleman486249    [ Reply ]
4 Sweet photos of F-18s in the mix....and some great music to enjoy, too!
Posted 5 years ago by BuzzPete    [ Reply ]
A great album!
Posted 5 years ago by dirtbagpook    [ Reply ]
Tampa Red struts his jelly with who he likes...
Posted 5 years ago by Angry_Old_Man    [ Reply ]
Wondering if this is a remaster/remix.  I don't remember there being as much reverb on his vocals.

Great song, regardless.
Posted 5 years ago by Queue    [ Reply ]
My man Van Man is a beast
Posted 5 years ago by ExploitingChaos    [ Reply ]
This song gets deep into my head, and I kind of wonder exactly why.
Posted 6 years ago by cely    [ Reply ]
Van was 25 when he recorded this and only 23 when he recorded Astral Weeks...Genius!
Posted 6 years ago by harvey7    [ Reply ]
35 years of listening to Van!💚💜
Posted 6 years ago by Speshellk55    [ Reply ]
 renegade_X wrote:
Anyone explain to me the "stoned me just like jellyroll"? I never did have a clue about this.
 
dictionary.com says:
Word Origin and History for jelly roll
noun
also jelly-roll, "cylindrical cake containing jelly or jam," 1873, from jelly + roll (n.).
As slang for "vagina, sexual intercourse" it dates from 1914 ("St. Louis Blues").

Guessing Van was referring to the latter, but who knows, maybe he's just into baked goods.

Posted 7 years ago by On_The_Beach    [ Reply ]
 renegade_X wrote:
Anyone explain to me the "stoned me just like jellyroll"? I never did have a clue about this.
 
Similarly, there's reference in Joni MItchell's "Cold Blue Steel and Sweet Fire", wherein you'll find "someone's hi-fi drumming jellyroll". Among other things.
Posted 7 years ago by gmichaelt    [ Reply ]
I must have listened to this song 10,000 times in my life.  And I still scramble to turn up the volume every damn time!
Posted 7 years ago by ch83575    [ Reply ]
Take a load off, Vannie, take a load for free. 
Posted 7 years ago by kingart    [ Reply ]
ahhhh yissss
Posted 7 years ago by ExploitingChaos    [ Reply ]
If I could have anyone's voice it would be Van's. 
Posted 7 years ago by GuiltyFeat    [ Reply ]
 Schmoogsley wrote:
Never understood all the hubbub about this guy. But, I never understood Dylan either. 

 I'm sad for you....


Posted 7 years ago by Ptijoc    [ Reply ]
 Schmoogsley wrote:
Never understood all the hubbub about this guy. But, I never understood Dylan either. 

 
Very few artists make you "feel" the music. Van the man does it for me. YMMV
Posted 8 years ago by RichW    [ Reply ]
Never understood all the hubbub about this guy. But, I never understood Dylan either. 
Posted 8 years ago by Schmoogsley    [ Reply ]

Bill:

Nice set here to start work with here on the east coast.


Posted 8 years ago by Chrisjea    [ Reply ]
helps begin my day like a simple heartfelt prayer  : )   thank you DJ
Posted 8 years ago by hayduke2    [ Reply ]
 zepher wrote:
renegade_X wrote:
Anyone explain to me the "stoned me just like jellyroll"? I never did have a clue about this.
   

DD rabbi_phil wrote:

there was a rad jazz pianist named ferdinand 'jellyroll' lamothe (morton)...in the wayback days. morrison refers to jelly roll in a few of his other songs..more of a "sexual reference"..but here since jelly roll is capitolized on the lyric sheet it probably refers to musician and thus  his effect on morrison .......I'm 100% certain that I may or may not be correct

 
.... interesting
   very interesting...
 

Posted 9 years ago by bassbinrevival    [ Reply ]
renegade_X wrote:
Anyone explain to me the "stoned me just like jellyroll"? I never did have a clue about this.
   

DD rabbi_phil wrote:

there was a rad jazz pianist named ferdinand 'jellyroll' lamothe (morton)...in the wayback days. morrison refers to jelly roll in a few of his other songs..more of a "sexual reference"..but here since jelly roll is capitolized on the lyric sheet it probably refers to musician and thus  his effect on morrison .......I'm 100% certain that I may or may not be correct

 
.... interesting
Posted 10 years ago by zepher    [ Reply ]
THankful to have PSD.
Posted 10 years ago by hschlossberg    [ Reply ]
 lunatic wrote:
Love his talent.He was a turd when I overheard him speaking to others the few times that I was in earshot. Shrugs. I guess it's the old 'Love the art, hate the artist' concept.

  The one live concert I saw him play he was completely disconnected from the audience and delivered an emotionless performance.  At one point he asked the audience for a song request, at which point there was an unintelligible response from several in the audience.  Almost immediately he heard (or maybe pretended to hear) the title of the song he wanted to sing next and launched into it without delay as if he had a bus to catch after the show and didn't want to any waste time.


Posted 10 years ago by Hannio    [ Reply ]
Probably about as good as he ever got - and man, that was pretty damn good! 

Van the Man! 
Posted 11 years ago by bb_matt    [ Reply ]
Van Morrison's brilliant 1970 LP Moondance has been expanded to include a bevy of rarities, including alternate versions of songs from the album and outtakes from the original sessions that offer a previously unheard perspective on the creation of one of the most revered recordings in popular music. https://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/van-morrison-moondance-reissue-full-of-rarities-album-premiere-20131017?print=true
Posted 11 years ago by Keef    [ Reply ]
 DD rabbi_phil wrote:

I'm 100% certain that I may or may not be correct

 
You are a hoot, sir. 

How's that Neko stalking thing working out? Has the TRO been lifted? 

 
Posted 11 years ago by kcar    [ Reply ]
hea, a jAM TUNE WORTH HEARING.....{#Clap}
Posted 11 years ago by oldfart48    [ Reply ]
INDEED, ....{#Yell}Bill...why have we no horn emoticon ....{#Stupid} {#Beat}.see below..{#Eyes}
Posted 11 years ago by oldfart48    [ Reply ]
 E_A_D_G wrote:
Give the horn section some. Perfect.
 

Yes.  Truly sublime.
Posted 11 years ago by Hannio    [ Reply ]

marvelous... love it...
 
Posted 11 years ago by Lazarus    [ Reply ]
I think Van Morrison is one of those artists that you had to have been into way back when, 'cause I'm 50 and I just don't "get" why RP plays so much Van Morrison (or CCR, for that matter).  His voice annoys the hell out of me and the music just hasn't aged very well.
Posted 11 years ago by hschlossberg    [ Reply ]
This is one of those great songs that I care to never hear again.{#No}
Posted 11 years ago by sirdroseph    [ Reply ]
 joelbb wrote:
Who are the deppuchs that low-balled this song in the scoring?  Absolutely tasteless morons!
 

Not like you; the epitome of class!
Posted 12 years ago by BobLoblaw    [ Reply ]
 macadavy wrote:
WOW!  This & 'Ripple' back-to-back:  ecstasy!  {#Good-vibes}
 
I feel the opposite.
Posted 12 years ago by ziakut    [ Reply ]
Terrific song from a terrific album.  This one and Astral Weeks are probably his best.
Posted 12 years ago by bachbeet    [ Reply ]
Yep he has always had a reputation of an ornery old Irishman, but what great music!  

lunatic wrote:
Love his talent.He was a turd when I overheard him speaking to others the few times that I was in earshot. Shrugs. I guess it's the old 'Love the art, hate the artist' concept.

 


Posted 12 years ago by Elroweho    [ Reply ]
One of my favorite road CD's!
Posted 12 years ago by Baketown    [ Reply ]
Love his talent.He was a turd when I overheard him speaking to others the few times that I was in earshot. Shrugs. I guess it's the old 'Love the art, hate the artist' concept.

Posted 12 years ago by lunatic    [ Reply ]
Who are the deppuchs that low-balled this song in the scoring?  Absolutely tasteless morons!
Posted 12 years ago by joelbb    [ Reply ]
 renegade_X wrote:
Anyone explain to me the "stoned me just like jellyroll"? I never did have a clue about this.
 
there was a rad jazz pianist named ferdinand 'jellyroll' lamothe (morton)...in the wayback days. morrison refers to jelly roll in a few of his other songs..more of a "sexual reference"..but here since jelly roll is capitolized on the lyric sheet it probably refers to musician and thus  his effect on morrison .......I'm 100% certain that I may or may not be correct
Posted 12 years ago by DD rabbi_phil    [ Reply ]
Anyone explain to me the "stoned me just like jellyroll"? I never did have a clue about this.
Posted 12 years ago by renegade_X    [ Reply ]
This was the first VM song that really got me into it... after this one... I just haven't been able to stop listening his songs!!! I would love to see him playing/singing live!!!! 
my last wish will be to have VM at my funeral service!
Posted 12 years ago by juanos    [ Reply ]
The genius of Van M. - we all have a story just like this to tell.
Posted 13 years ago by Moak    [ Reply ]
 macadavy wrote:
WOW!  This & 'Ripple' back-to-back:  ecstasy!  {#Good-vibes}
 

He just did it again... :)
Posted 13 years ago by hencini    [ Reply ]
 Baketown wrote:
One of the best all time songs!!
 
Yes! This is a great one. {#High-five}
Posted 13 years ago by peter_james_bond    [ Reply ]
One of the best all time songs!!
Posted 13 years ago by Baketown    [ Reply ]
Definition of a 10.
Posted 13 years ago by akaike    [ Reply ]
jellyroll = sex, in bluesman parlance

 a_genuine_find wrote:
'and it stoned me, like jellyroll'
none

 

Posted 13 years ago by ThePoose    [ Reply ]
 macadavy wrote:
WOW!  This & 'Ripple' back-to-back:  ecstasy!  {#Good-vibes}
 

Oh man, that sounds fabulous... : )

This is *such* a great song.  No question.   
Posted 13 years ago by hencini    [ Reply ]
One of them rare LPs without,at least,one lame song.
Posted 13 years ago by HazzeSwede    [ Reply ]
WOW!  This & 'Ripple' back-to-back:  ecstasy!  {#Good-vibes}
Posted 13 years ago by macadavy    [ Reply ]
Nice!
Posted 13 years ago by helgigermany    [ Reply ]
'and it stoned me, like jellyroll'
none

Posted 14 years ago by a_genuine_find    [ Reply ]
 fuh2 wrote:
777 ratings at 8.4 today. good luck?
 
Rather a decent listener's community, I guess.

Posted 15 years ago by Bleyfusz    [ Reply ]
I fricking love this song! Such a classic. Reminds me of my youth with a good friend who I don't see anymore nearly as much as I'd like... :-)
Posted 15 years ago by JavaJones    [ Reply ]
That must be the F13 key on your computer.

 romeotuma wrote:


This song is soooo good for the ears...
 


Posted 15 years ago by FrankMc    [ Reply ]
 Alpine wrote:
 "Into the Mystic" will be played at my funeral. 10
And this one at my wake! Drink up boys, life was good! {#Bounce}

Posted 15 years ago by lmic    [ Reply ]
I cannot bring myself to rate this song, because I probably can't be objective.  I used to love Van Morrison, and I suppose I still do, but several songs off this album are just played to death.  Years ago, it would have been a "10" for sure.  Between RP and my local alterna-station (hey, I haven't figured out how to stream RP in my car yet), I hear something off of this album two or more times a day.

That's just too often for me.
Posted 15 years ago by silvergirl    [ Reply ]
 macadavy wrote:
First one of the Grateful Dead's best, now this? (Singing) "And you've stoned meee!"
 
I was just thinking similar thoughts. God, the good times I've had to these two artist's music! Good times! {#Cheers}
Posted 15 years ago by toterola    [ Reply ]
777 ratings at 8.4 today. good luck?
Posted 16 years ago by fuh2    [ Reply ]
I always like to hear Van! There is never an incorrect time!
Posted 16 years ago by jagdriver    [ Reply ]
First one of the Grateful Dead's best, now this? (Singing) "And you've stoned meee!"

Posted 16 years ago by macadavy    [ Reply ]
It always interests me to see how another artists' interpretation can change my perception of a song I thought was already worked over. The Jerry Garcia Band used to play this in concert, in a much more languorous manner (Garcia did like to slow things down, way down, sometimes). But, this allowed the words to come through in a way I had never experienced. It really deepened my appreciation of the song.

Posted 16 years ago by bam23    [ Reply ]
MLavender wrote:
I've been thinking the same for years. Good call.
I went to a memorial service last month, and this song was played. I had a very hard time keeping it together.
Posted 16 years ago by rtrudeau    [ Reply ]
Alpine wrote:
"Into the Mystic" will be played at my funeral.
I've been thinking the same for years. Good call.
Posted 17 years ago by MLavender    [ Reply ]
Alpine wrote:
"Into the Mystic" will be played at my funeral. 10
WOW, what a great way to go!
Posted 17 years ago by DrCyKosis    [ Reply ]
huh... It sounds a lot like a song from "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat"... https://www.josephthemusical.com/ Click on "Any Dream Will Do"... so similar!
Posted 17 years ago by smilestoomuch    [ Reply ]
Van Morrison. So under rated and under appreciated. His work is very good. I've always liked everything he has done. This album in particular is awesome. "Into the Mystic" will be played at my funeral. 10
Posted 17 years ago by Alpine    [ Reply ]
Not a huge VM fan, but this is pretty great.
Posted 17 years ago by Odyzzeuz    [ Reply ]
Give the horn section some. Perfect.
Posted 17 years ago by E_A_D_G    [ Reply ]
Me too...
Posted 17 years ago by HazzeSwede    [ Reply ]
I used to think this was Outstanding, but who am I kidding? It's Godlike.
Posted 17 years ago by meydele    [ Reply ]
What up folks... Just registered to comment on this. I too wondered for years about the Jelly Roll reference in "And It Stoned Me"... Just to get the answer right for yez... It is a Reference to Jelly Roll Morton... The FIRST True composer of Jazz Music, especially on piano. When heard for the first time... It is said to have "Stoned" people. LOL As you'll notice in the lyrics... It stoned me just like Jelly Roll, the reference is capitolized... Thus the name! Peace Y'all
Posted 17 years ago by jamler    [ Reply ]
Amazing how some songs cannot be identified with an era. This song fits in any decade.
Posted 17 years ago by spotcheckbilly    [ Reply ]
Van is the Man
Posted 17 years ago by maxmox    [ Reply ]
Just saw Van in Phoenix in September of 06'. He's still got it! A classic performer that will remain through time. : notworthy:
Posted 17 years ago by dawnejazz    [ Reply ]
Never gets old...absolutely TIMELESS.
Posted 17 years ago by Sunman    [ Reply ]
slowhand wrote:
I loved it when I heard Robbie Robertson scream "Vans' the Man" after Van performed live one night.. Sweet memory!
''Van performed live one night'' indeed. You are likely referring to VM's appearance in The Last Waltz, in which Van was but one of many R+R stars performing ''live.''
Posted 17 years ago by ThePoose    [ Reply ]
Three 10's in a row - keep 'em coming !
Posted 17 years ago by teknomike    [ Reply ]
kazuma wrote:
... ...
Posted 17 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
Posted 17 years ago by kazuma    [ Reply ]
Dusk wrote:
Sublime
Get it myself from the mountain stream
Posted 18 years ago by ScottN    [ Reply ]
I loved it when I heard Robbie Robertson scream "Vans' the Man" after Van performed live one night.. Sweet memory!
Posted 18 years ago by slowhand    [ Reply ]
stabby wrote:
yup, agreed. is 'sublimity' really a word? if not, it should be
Haha... I was gonna say if it is, it shouldn't be. That said, if there is an artist who deserves new words being invented to describe his brilliance, Van is it.
Posted 18 years ago by RobK    [ Reply ]
lmic wrote:
I know Van is Christian, yet this song always has a lovely Zen quality to me... The sublimity of simply being alive.
yup, agreed. is 'sublimity' really a word? if not, it should be
Posted 18 years ago by stabby    [ Reply ]
bryan199 wrote:
Great track from a great album (Moondance). This remains the only album i have owned on 3 formats - vinyl, cassette, cd.
In addition to those 3 formats, I had it on 8-track as well ...
Posted 18 years ago by teknomike    [ Reply ]
ohh the water, ohh the water, ohh the water let it run all over me timeless
Posted 18 years ago by stabby    [ Reply ]
I know Van is Christian, yet this song always has a lovely Zen quality to me... The sublimity of simply being alive.
Posted 18 years ago by lmic    [ Reply ]
Thanks Van ...and thank you Bill!
Posted 18 years ago by go_ski_mully    [ Reply ]
Glorious
Posted 18 years ago by Tony0600    [ Reply ]
Again, some songs just are natural meant to last the ages. This is one of them.
Posted 18 years ago by eastcoast    [ Reply ]
Sublime
Posted 18 years ago by Dusk    [ Reply ]
Bill, you're on a roll this morning - thank you!!
Posted 18 years ago by liser    [ Reply ]
One of the biggest rifts between me and my wife is the appreciation of Van Morrison. I lack it and she doesn't. I guess if that's our biggest problem, we're ahead of the curve...
Posted 18 years ago by Tireux_De_Roche    [ Reply ]
algrif wrote:
Definitively best Dead followed by definitvely best Van
2 10s in a row. Whodathunk?
Posted 18 years ago by birdland    [ Reply ]
Well, all potential allusions aside, it just seems like a great phrase to put in there -- "stoned me just like Jelly Roll." Why the hell not?
Posted 18 years ago by jeffhtuner    [ Reply ]
algrif wrote:
Definitivly best Dead followed by definively best Van
What I was thinking!
Posted 18 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
Hannio wrote:
I love this song. But what the hell does "stoned me just like jelly roll" mean? I can't help thinking of being pelted with donuts.
"Jelly roll" is old blues slang for the female genitalia. I guess that only half answers the question: maybe it's obvious, but "stoned" here means "impressed favorably." :-)
Posted 18 years ago by Duffalo    [ Reply ]
GregK wrote:
Van's voice and playing is like a sweet cup of coffee with heavy cream. Smooth and satisfying. Enriching my day with it's velvet like goodness, with just enough spice to make it interesting.
What he said...
Posted 18 years ago by Zarba    [ Reply ]
Van's voice and playing is like a sweet cup of coffee with heavy cream. Smooth and satisfying. Enriching my day with it's velvet like goodness, with just enough spice to make it interesting.
Posted 18 years ago by GregK    [ Reply ]
Really superb saxamaphone in this.
Posted 18 years ago by Hannio    [ Reply ]