I'm the Man (Joe Jackson song)

"I'm the Man" is a song written and performed by Joe Jackson, appearing on the album of the same name. Written for the album's "spiv rock" theme, the song is a new wave rock track with humorous lyrics.

"I'm the Man"
Single by Joe Jackson
from the album I'm the Man
B-side"Come On"
ReleasedSeptember 1979
RecordedMarch 1979
TW Studios, Fulham, London
GenreNew wave, punk rock, spiv rock
Length3:58
LabelA&M Records
Songwriter(s)Joe Jackson
Producer(s)David Kershenbaum
Joe Jackson singles chronology
"Fools in Love"
(1979)
"I'm the Man"
(1979)
"It's Different for Girls"
(1979)

"I'm the Man" was released as the album's first single, failing to chart in the UK or US but reaching number 23 in Canada. The song has since seen positive critical reception and has appeared on multiple Jackson compilation albums.

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