Episode 41: Jessie's Girl | From Stained Glass to No. 1

Send us Fan MailThis week marks the 45th anniversary of Rick Springfield's "Jessie's Girl" reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it the perfect time to take a deep dive into one of the biggest songs of the 1980s.What do a stained glass class, a mystery woman, and one of rock's most iconic songs have in common?In this episode of "Who Ordered the Pie?", Christopher uncovers the incredible true story behind "Jessie's Girl."Discover how a chance encounter with another man's girlfriend inspired the song, why it almost became "Gary's Girl" or "Randy's Girl," how legendary producer Keith Olsen and guitarist Neil Giraldo helped shape the record, and why RCA Records almost missed the biggest hit of Rick Springfield's career.You'll also hear the surprising connection to "General Hospital," the song's remarkable 19-week climb to No. 1, the mystery of the real "Jessie's Girl," and a personal story about how Rick Springfield inspired Christopher to pierce his left ear after seeing the cover of "Living in Oz."As always, the episode ends with a featured cocktail inspired by the story. This week, it's "The Stained Glass," a bright, refreshing drink celebrating the unexpected moment that changed music history.Here's to loud riffs, quiet sips, and the stories in between.Support the showWho Ordered the Pie? a music history podcast with custom cocktail pairings. Show notes, recipes, and extras: WhoOrderedThePie.com Follow: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube • Instagram