It's Immaterial - Driving Away from Home (Jim's Tune) Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When was 'Driving Away from Home (Jim's Tune)' released?

   'Driving Away from Home (Jim's Tune)' was released as a single in March 1986.

2. What position did 'Driving Away from Home (Jim's Tune)' reach on the UK Singles Chart?

   The song reached number 18 on the UK Singles Chart in April 1986.

3. Who is the 'Jim' mentioned in the title of the song?

   'Jim's Tune' refers to Jim Lieber, a harmonica player in a blues band that It's Immaterial encountered in Milwaukee. His contribution to the song was highly valued, leading to his name being included in the title.

4. Which band member of Talking Heads was involved in the initial recording of the song?

   Jerry Harrison from the band Talking Heads was involved in the initial recording of 'Driving Away from Home (Jim's Tune)' in Milwaukee.

5. Why did It's Immaterial re-record 'Driving Away from Home (Jim's Tune)' in England?

   The band was unhappy with Jerry Harrison's idea of making the song a country and western pastiche and decided to record a new version with producer Dave Bascombe in England.

6. Which album features the song 'Driving Away from Home (Jim's Tune)'?

   The song 'Driving Away from Home (Jim's Tune)' is featured on It's Immaterial's debut album, 'Life's Hard and Then You Die,' released in September 1986.