That's My Jam (song)
| "That's My Jam" | ||||
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| Single by Relient K featuring Owl City | ||||
| from the album Collapsible Lung | ||||
| Released | July 2, 2013 | |||
| Length | 2:43 | |||
| Label | Mono vs Stereo | |||
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| "That's My Jam" on YouTube | ||||
"That's My Jam" is a song by American Christian rock band Relient K. It was released on July 2, 2013, as the lead single and bonus track from their seventh studio album Collapsible Lung. The song features Adam Young of Owl City, who co-produced the track.
Background
"That's My Jam" was first released on February 4, 2013, with a lyric video being uploaded to YouTube.[1] This version does not feature Owl City and was originally used in a Pizza Hut commercial.[2] After announcing the release date for Collapsible Lung, those who pre-ordered the album would receive a free download of a re-recorded version of "That's My Jam". This version features Adam Young of Owl City and was released on May 29, 2013.[3] The song was officially released as a single on July 2, after premiering on USA Today.[4]
Thiessen had previously worked with Young for his Owl City album Ocean Eyes, providing additional vocals and production.[5] Young agreed to do a collaboration for a Relient K song after Thiessen brought up the idea to him. Thiessen said of the collaboration, "it's cool to have it go the other way around."[6]
Composition
"That's My Jam" was written by Matt Thiessen, Matt Hoopes, Brian Lee and Sam Hollander, while production was handled by Adam Young, Emily Wright and Lee.[7] The song is an ode to the '90s, referencing names such as Smashing Pumpkins, Britney Spears, U2, Boyz II Men and Blessid Union of Souls.[8]
Critical reception
Jesus Freak Hideout wrote on the song, "there are glimmers of Thiessen's signature wit" and described it as an "entertaining bonus track."[9]
Personnel
Credits for "That's My Jam" adapted from album's liner notes.[7]
Relient K
- Matt Thiessen – vocals, acoustic piano, synthesizers, keyboards, guitars
- Matt Hoopes – guitars, backing vocals
- Jon Schneck – guitars, backing vocals
- John Warne – bass guitar, backing vocals
- Ethan Luck – drums, percussion
Additional musicians
- Adam Young – featured artist, vocals
Production
- Adam Young – producer
- Emily Wright – producer
- Brian Lee – producer
Charts
| Chart (2013) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Christian Digital Song Sales (Billboard)[10] | 8 |
Release history
| Region | Date | Format | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various | July 2, 2013 | Digital download | Mono vs Stereo | [11] |
References
- ^ Brandon J (February 4, 2013). "Relient K - That's My Jam". Indie Vision Music. Retrieved July 7, 2025.
- ^ "Relient K - That's My Jam - Lyric Video". YouTube. February 4, 2013. Retrieved July 7, 2025.
- ^ Whitt, Cassie (May 29, 2013). "UPDATE: New Relient K album out July 2; stream new song, "Lost Boy"". Alternative Press. Archived from the original on March 18, 2016. Retrieved July 7, 2025.
- ^ Taylor Rhea Smith (July 2, 2013). "Relient K debuts at No. 1 on iTunes, releases bonus track, 'That's My Jam'". HM. Retrieved July 12, 2025.
- ^ "Web Exclusive: A conversation with Matt Thiessen of Relient K". Alternative Press. October 14, 2009. Retrieved July 24, 2025.
- ^ Melissa Sanchez. "The Hook-Men Cometh". HM. Retrieved July 7, 2025.
- ^ a b Collapsible Lung digital album booklet via Apple Music. Mono vs Stereo (Media notes).
- ^ Brian Mansfield (July 1, 2013). "Listen: Relient K and Owl City's 'That's My Jam'". USA Today. Retrieved July 11, 2025.
- ^ Roger Gelwicks, Cortney Warner (July 1, 2013). "JFH Music Review: Relient K – Collapsible Lung". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved July 12, 2025.
- ^ "Relient K Chart History (Christian Digital Song Sales)". Billboard. Retrieved July 7, 2025.
- ^ Taylor Rhea Smith (May 30, 2013). "Relient K to release new studio album 'Collapsible Lung'". HM. Retrieved July 12, 2025.