Discover the story behind Hastings Traditional Jack in the Green in this imaginative Podcast. Written by Patrick J. A. Knight with respect for the history and folklore of and around Jack in the Green. Supplemented with the beautiful music of Gravity Noir. During the 13 episodes story we are introduced to all kinds of mystical, magical and, above all colorful, imaginative individuals. In this way, the chimney sweeps, the green men, the milkmaids and the red drummer boy also get their own story told in a playful way.

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Part 13 of Jack in the Green,

Once the parade made it to the top of the hill, Jack was lifted upon the stage by the bogies. “What shall we do with Jack in the green? “, the bogies asked the excited crowd. “Slay him, Slay him!”, the crowd chanted. The bogies started to strike Jack in the green with large sticks. Thousands of ivy leaves started to fly up in the air and over the cheerful crowd. Every single person got hold of precisely one leaf. Spring made her appearance and told the good folk of Hastings, “This single leaf you are holding will protect you and bring you luck”. She added “Those who were greedy and have kept more than one leaf, will get the same as Jack and will turn into a walking talking bush until next year and have to wait to be slain”. Luckily no-one had grabbed more than one leaf and if they did, they would pass it on to someone else who hadn’t caught one. Giving them even more luck for the year. So spring was very happy indeed and kept her promise. Jack was left unharmed and again he was the young man his parents were so proud of. His mother said “You might not have noticed Jack, but you are still completely naked. Good job I brought one of your pants”. The crowd all laughed and Jack just giggled shyly. Spring made sure Jack’s mum wonfirst prize with this year’s garland contest. After all, the crown she had made was the most beautiful one she had ever seen. And Jack’s dad started receiving loads and loads of orders to sweep people’s chimneys. Their business was booming again and it never been so busy. They made so much money that year, including the prize money they had won. They could finally afford to get everything fixed in their cottage, including Jack’s bedroom curtains! And now that this story is coming to an end... The good people of Hastings traditionally celebrate their Jack in the green at the beginning of May each year. Keeping the story alive.

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Sing-a-long with song 'Get in your pants, Jack old boy':

(Verse 1)

Jack in the green, feeling giggly and shy,

Standing nude in front of the crowd, oh my!

The villagers cheer, with laughter and glee,

As Jack tries to hide, behind a big tree.

(Chorus)

Get in your pants, Jack old boy,

Hide that bottom for everyone to see.

Get in your pants, Jack old boy,

Oh, what a funny sight, you must agree.

(Verse 2)

His mum brought him pants, but they were too tight,

Jack struggled and wriggled with all his might.

He tried to pull them up, but they wouldn't go,

His cheeky bottom made it quite a show.

(Chorus)

Get in your pants, Jack old boy,

Hide that bottom for everyone to see.

Get in your pants, Jack old boy,

Oh, what a funny sight, you must agree.

(Bridge)

Joyce his girlfriend, with a giggle and a grin,

Watching Jack's antics, as he tried to fit in.

She cheered him on, with a playful shout,

"Come on, Jack, you can figure it out!"

(Repeat Chorus)

(Verse 3)

He tried to use a rope, to pull them up high,

But the pants got stuck, oh what a try!

He even tried butter, to slide them on,

But Jack's cheeky bottom just wouldn't be gone.

(Chorus)

Get in your pants, Jack old boy,

Hide that bottom for everyone to see.

Get in your pants, Jack old boy,

Oh, what a funny sight, you must agree.

(Outro)

So Jack in the green, with a laugh and a cheer,

Finally got his pants on, and the crowd did cheer.

With Joyce by his side, and a smile so bright,

Jack in the green, was a funny sight.

(Repeat Chorus)

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Part 12 of Jack in the Green,

Also just outside of Hastings, there lived a little boy named Tommy. He was very poor and didn't have much, but he did have a little drum that he loved dearly. Every day, he would play his drum as he searched for leftovers in garbage cans and animal troughs to fill his hungry tummy. On the day of the parade, as Tommy was wandering through the village, he spotted a large barrel filled with ripe, juicy tomatoes. His curiosity got the best of him, and he just had to take a closer look. The barrel was so big that Tommy had to climb on top to see inside. As he peered into the barrel, Tommy lost his balance and slipped! With a loud splash, he fell right into the barrel of tomatoes. When he finally managed to climb out, he was completely covered in tomato juice, turning him bright red from head to toe. Tommy couldn't help but laugh at himself. He picked up his drum and started playing a cheerful tune as he walked back to the village. The villagers were still cheering on the parade when they saw Tommy, the little red drummer, marching through the streets. The sight of Tommy, all red and playing his drum, was so funny that the villagers couldn't stop laughing. They gathered around him, clapping and cheering. Some of them even started throwing coins to the little red drummer, finding his performance delightful. Tommy was overjoyed! He had never seen so much money in his life. With the coins he collected, he was able to buy himself some decent food and even shared some with other children in the village. From that day on, Tommy became known as the little red drummer who brought laughter and joy to the village. And every time he played his drum, the villagers would remember the funny sight of Tommy covered in tomatoes and smile.

Sing-a-long with the 'The Little Red Drummer Song':

(Verse 1)

Just outside of Hastings, lived a boy named Tommy,

He was very poor, but his drum made him jolly.

Every day he'd play, searching high and low,

For leftovers in garbage cans, to help his tummy grow.

(Chorus)

Little red drummer boy, marching through the town,

Covered in tomatoes, never wearing a frown.

Little red drummer boy, playing with delight,

Bringing joy and laughter, always looking bright.

(Verse 2)

On the day of the parade, Tommy wandered near,

He saw a barrel of tomatoes, juicy and clear.

Curiosity got him, he climbed up to peek,

But he slipped and fell in, with a splash and a squeak!

(Chorus)

Little red drummer boy, marching through the town,

Covered in tomatoes, never wearing a frown.

Little red drummer boy, playing with delight,

Bringing joy and laughter, such a funny sight.

(Bridge)

Tommy climbed out, all red from head to toe,

He laughed at himself, and started to go.

Playing his drum, with a cheerful tune,

The villagers saw him, and laughed all afternoon.

(Chorus)

Little red drummer boy, marching through the town,

Covered in tomatoes, never wearing a frown.

Little red drummer boy, playing with delight,

Bringing joy and laughter, always looking bright.

(Verse 3)

The villagers gathered, clapping with glee,

Throwing coins to Tommy, what a sight to see.

With the money he earned, he bought food to share,

With other children in the village, showing he cared.

(Chorus)

Little red drummer boy, marching through the town,

Covered in tomatoes, never wearing a frown.

Little red drummer boy, playing with delight,

Bringing joy and laughter, such a funny sight.

(Outro)

From that day on, Tommy was known,

As the little red drummer, who brought joy alone.

Every time he played, the villagers would smile,

Remembering the funny sight, that lasted for a while.

(Chorus)

Little red drummer boy, marching through the town,

Covered in tomatoes, never wearing a frown.

Little red drummer boy, playing with delight,

Bringing joy and laughter, such a funny sight

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