What does the cryptic crossword clue "Jack on fire delivering memorable tune (6)" mean?

The definition is "memorable tune". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). J (synonym="abbreviation for Jack in playing cards") + INGLE (synonym="a fire in an indoor hearth") = JINGLE; definition: "memorable tune" The answer is JINGLE.

Jack on fire delivering memorable tune (6)

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