Sinéad O’Connor - Jump in the River Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When was 'Jump in the River' by Sinéad O’Connor released?

   'Jump in the River' was first released in 1988. It appeared on the soundtrack for the film Married to the Mob and was also released as a single that same year.

2. Is there a notable remix of 'Jump in the River'?

   Yes, a remixed version of 'Jump in the River' features American performance artist Karen Finley. This remix, included in a 12" maxi-single, features a sexually explicit spoken-word section by Finley.

3. Which album later included 'Jump in the River'?

   A remix of 'Jump in the River' was later included in Sinéad O'Connor's second studio album, 'I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got,' released in 1990.

4. Who collaborated with Sinéad O’Connor on the remix of 'Jump in the River'?

   The remix of 'Jump in the River' featured performance artist Karen Finley, who contributed a spoken-word section to the track.

5. How did Robert Christgau describe Karen Finley's contribution to the remix?

   Village Voice rock critic Robert Christgau described Karen Finley as the 'voice of mad lust' on the remix of 'Jump in the River,' highlighting her intense and passionate contribution to the track.

6. What is the connection between 'Jump in the River' and 'Nothing Compares 2 U'?

   The song 'Jump in the River' was included as a B-side on the 7" single release of 'Nothing Compares 2 U,' the lead single from O'Connor's 1990 album 'I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got.'