Theme Song
The show used a rollicking theme song, sung by a bunch of early 19th century barflies. The tune and lyrics are based on numerous period songs, such as the "Marines' Hymn" and "Yankee Doodle". The theme song was nominated for the "Outstanding Main Theme Title Song" Emmy in 2000, but lost to The West Wing.
- In eighteen-hundred-one the Revolution had been won
- And Uncle Sam’s favorite son had a job he needed done
- Which brought Jack to a lady, both beautiful and smart
- Who found his mix intriguing; a scoundrel with a heart!
- From the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli
- There was never a leatherneck braver, a Daring Dragoon is he
- He’ll halt the bold advance of Napoleon’s attack
- There ain’t a French or pirate rogue who don’t... know Jack!
- From the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli
- Sailin’ ’round the bloody world to defend democracy
- And when ya need a fightin’ man ya’d trust to watch yer back
- Just ask the bloke right next ta ya – (parrot: "Damn right!") – it’s… Jack!
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