Jeris Johnson - John (Official Video)
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- čas přidán 7. 03. 2024
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Lyrics:
I met a man as he walked on the edge of the sky
He gave me the keys to his castle and started to cry
He said all of these days that escaped
Led me to you and I’m suffocating
My last breath that I take
I give to you
Just don’t let me down
It’s too late for me
But not for you
Go and make me proud
And do more than I
Could ever do
I stood alone with his words but without his goodbye
I’ll walk the path that he paved if it takes my whole life
I know all of the places I’ll go
I’m never alone but I’ll always lonely
Feels like forever ago
But I still hear you
Just don’t let me down
It’s too late for me
But not for you
Go and make me proud
And do more than I
Could ever do
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About “John”…
This was the first song I wrote for this upcoming album. Really set the stage for the types of stories I wanted to tell. This particular story goes all the way back to when I was about 14 years old. I had been pounding away on the walmart drum set my parents bought me and they were ready get me some “real drums” because I showed so much promise and dedication. So we found my future kit on craigslist. We show up to this guys house and a nice old man answered the door. He was a Vietnam vet struggling with some physical health conditions and was looking for the right person to take his lifelong drum kit off his hands as he was unable to physically play them anymore. When I sat down to give them a test, he cried. He told me he knew I was supposed to have them, and that it was very bittersweet that he had finally found a good home for them. The whole thing really struck a chord with me and I remember driving home with my brand new drum set in the back of my dads van, filled with more complicated emotions then I was ever expecting when I first showed up. A couple months later, it was Christmas day and a mysteriously large vehicle shows up in my driveway. Out walks the nice old guy that we bought my drum kit from, and right there on the spot he gifts me the entire rest of musical collection. Drums, cymbals, books, cds, equipment… everything. That day I sat with him in my garage and he told me his entire life story front to back. I was awestruck. Him and my dad had organized the whole thing prior and I was just so insanely grateful. But like every great story, there’s always a twist. I was thinking that after a couple of very meaningful and impactful interactions I had with this man, that he would stick around and maybe become somewhat of a mentor to me. But instead, after that Christmas day, he completely disappeared without a trace. There were no more “moments”, no “drum lessons”, nothing. We tried to get ahold of him over and over again throughout the next year and with zero luck. Like an angel come to deliver a gift and a message, I watched him float away and leave me with only a memory. His name was John. So this song is for him, and for my Dad who sacrificed so much to allow me to pursue this dream.
Got to hear this a bit early, on Octane. Fanf🤘ckingtastic work. Thank you for the song. Thank you for the explanation. Keep doing good work.
Such a beautiful story❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thanks for sharing that story❤
Killer story! Keep making great music and follow your path, I will be listening.
Amazing story, everything always happens for a reason. I love this legacy you have involved us in and pouring it into your music, can’t wait for the Album! Always legendary!⚔️❤️
Jeris, what a truly beautiful tribute to John. I happened to hear your intro on Octane... I'm 62 yrs young and when I heard your backstory to lyrics... I fell in love with everything about you and your song. Thank you so much for sharing. I'm trying desperately to sing and play it on a 5 string bass. I will do it proud some day. Retired usaf. Scott ❤
Приятно видеть истинно благодарного человека...респект!
Thank you for your service sir. I have many military members in my family and some are air force. I plan to follow in service with the USNS( United States Navy Seals) when I get older so I can show people who doubt me that if you wish to achieve something with your mind it can be your reality.
I will 100% be honest. I’ve listened to this for the first time 3 days ago. I have now listened to this for the 1000th time
Same buddy same 🤘🏻
My father was a Vietnam marine vet and hearing how this song was about a former Vietnam vet made me cry so much I lost him 9/11/21 and mom 4/3/22 and I swear when I heard this song it made me think of my dad instantly. He always told me it was too late for him but not for me and when I heard those words it really hit home. I've listened to your music since you've started and this is the best by far
They're heroes til this day
The kind of real music that tells a story, that the world needs more of
Jeris the future of rock
He is incredible
Yes bro
💯!!!
He gives you that feel of early-mid 2000s The Used style Punk Rock, Blink 182 Emo Punk Rock, mixed with some heavier Nu Metal linkin park vibes. It's taken me back to my 12-16yr old iPad playlist lol
lol
All hail the King Arthur of Rock Music 🗡🔥🗡🔥🗡🔥
Before I saw his explanation, I thought this song was about John from the Bible. I know he didn’t mean to make it that way, but I broke out in chills when I heard this
Beautiful thing about this song is that the lyrics can easily be seen as Jesus telling John to carry on and make him proud
Never thought of it that way. That's cool though!
This is the first thing I thought too
Thank you, John.
If I ever want a song sang at my funeral. This would be the first I'd want. 😢 so beautiful. So heartwarming.
This is officially my new favorite song. Must have listened to it a hundred times now and it never gets less emotional
my dad appreciated your music before he passed in june of 2023. he enjoyed the use and respect behind the samples and the reimagining. thank you jeris . this song makes him feel a little closer. he would have loved it.
i love you pops.
Ight ❤❤❤❤❤
Holy shit my dad passed July 2023 and loved Jeris’s stuff too and he was a blind musician who knew his shit he would’ve LOVED this one
When people ask what I love about rock music this will be the song I'll point them to. Everything about this song is perfect. The lyrics, music, chorus, the video, and how you can feel it.
I heard the back story of this song..before I actually heard the song. When I heard it, I got a little teary eyed. What a beautiful tribute. John would be proud of your success!
I heard this on my way to work this morning. I sincerely balled my eyes out for the whole 45 minute drive listening to this over and over.
Made me think about my dad's passing.
The mistakes he made. The wisdom and love he shared.
I work harder than should to live up to an expectation I think he would have. I still made the same mistakes he did.
I think he was proud of me just because I was me. I didn't need to be him.
Thank you, man. I love the song.
This song just left me speechless and in tears. It’s so damn beautiful. I’m so filled with emotions right now that I can’t even think. Unbelievable song. Wow, I can’t stop crying.
I’m right there with you man ❤️ God Bless
I have listened to this song several times today lol. It’s just beautiful. I like it more every single time I hear it. Beautiful melody.
That drummers energy is INSANE btw that’s awesome
Once again another song by Jeri’s Johnson that makes me cry and rings true for me.
I heard this song on octane a few days ago for the first time and my eyes balled up.my uncle John who was like a father figure to me,said those same words to me.i miss him and this song put a smile on my face.thank you i needed this song.
First time hearing it in my car right now. Love it
What a chorus man. Chills
The chorus is just breathtaking. I haven’t been touched by a song like this in a long time. I needed this.
First time listening to you, and I'm hooked. Amazing song. 👏
Never heard this band before, sounds like one of my new favorites 👍👍👍👍 thanks for the tunes, dudes!!!!!!!
Listening to Jeris’s story behind him buying the drum set from that man really makes this song and video more special I have never felt so connected to a song in a long time thank you
where can i find the backstory of the song?
This song hits me down deep in the feelers😢my dad was also a vietnam vet I lost back in 2008, so made me cry lol!❤❤❤
Swear his voice in this song gives me chills and the story about how he wrote this all just give me CHILLS JERIS YOU FOREVER HAVE MY HEART
Holy shit, that was one of the best songs I've ever heard. Thank you for this masterpiece.
This song took my soul into the clouds and dropped it back down quick for a rush that I really needed to feel!
Not gonna lie, this is straight up giving me Sick Puppies vibes. And I’m here for it.
Jerris Johnson, Kid Brunswick, and PoorStacy would be one HELL of a show 😭
... I CANT GET THIS DAMN SONG OUT OF MY HEAD!!!!!!!
Can't wait for this Sunday!!!
I know the show is gonna be great!!!!
A truly beautiful tribute, you have a lovely voice and to be honest out of all your songs I love this one touches me the most. Beautiful song.
Finding your music has truly changed my life for the better, thank you. ❤
Made me cry bro
He's got great songs but I think this one puts him on the map for the whole rock world
I didn’t love this song initially when I heard it because I followed Jeris for his crazy switch ups. Then, I realized that this is just a catchy emotional song that I really love. I have put it on repeat the past couple of days. Probably have listened to it about 30 times so far.
Stick around
SiriusXM Octane brought me here, and I absolutely ADORE YOU GUYS, AND THIS SONG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is so very melodically beautiful, in so many ways!!! You guys rock!! 🤘🏻🫶🏼💜🖤🩶
A few seconds in, and I'm speechless
Jeris...... you've saved this soul brother. Your Voice Your cadence every song I hear is pure gold. Truly keep up what your doing. You deserve all good things lol.
It’s a wonderful back story for this song. He talks about it on Sirius/xm. As a vet myself, his passing on his love of music really touched me. Thanks for this gift.
great song Jeris
SOOO AMAZING
Don’t stop rocking jeris. You’ll do great things with other great people as you’ve already started to do. ✊🏽🤘🏽
Great song. Those drum tracks are ON POINT.
❤cette chanson vient du plus profond de tes entrailles !!!
this song has stuck so close to my heart this past month. i am on the verge of losing my family and kids due to separation, I sit and cry listening to this, envisioning the lyrics to my my oldest son and his siblings, knowing i wont be in their lives much anymore this is the words i want to leave with them. "Just don't let me down, it's too late for me, but not for you, go and make me proud, its more than i could ever do".
thank you @JerisJohnson this song has hit my heartstrings more than you could ever imagine.
I met you on TikTok because of the Last Resort cover. I was so exited when I saw you did the cover with them after it.
This proofs TikTok is not only "empty trash", you can also find amazing talented people there too
May God bless you brother ❤You've made me proud and brought tears of joy to theses broken eyes.
It's too late for me. But not for you...
Really love this song and the story of John.
⭐⭐⭐show music ..jeris ⚔️CONGRATULATIONS⚔️👍😁🇧🇷
Such a great story Jeris, you never know who your going to meet in your life that leaves a lasting impression on you.
Such a beautiful, yet powerful song. Left me with tears running down my cheeks.
My John❤️🥺
😊
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This song goes so hard man. The story behind it makes it that much better.
I could say a lot of things but I will sum it all up by saying, you deserve so much more man. You’re killing it.
Discovered you from Octane SXM. Instantly listened on repeat. As a fellow Oregonian, rock on Jeris!!
This song is absolutely stunning! The vocals, the instruments..the video all working in harmony to make utter perfection. Thank you for all your hard work to bring such amazing music to us!
WOW! After hearing your back story of this song, I just realized how incredibly beautiful and tragic the symbolism is. "It's too late for me, but not for you" is John giving you his entire life's joy & memories, full well knowing he will never be able to play again BUT you can. What an unbelievable and selfless gift. Seriously makes me tear up. Just beautifully touching Jeris!
I just had a dance to this on my birthday. Thank you for the music, sir. 🤘🏻
This is such a good song and story. And I loveeee that cymbal pattern.
What a wonderful tribute to him.
❤❤❤
This song is so full of soul.
I love this song.
I spend all day teaching young boys how to be men. We bleed togather and die togather every single day. An every day I watch them grow. Something in this song speaks to my heart. I didn't have anyone to show me how to be a man. Nobody handed me the keys, so I started making my own.
everything about this song is solid AF. Easily the best unsigned artist out there right now
Easily!! But based off his story when he was bound to a contract, it sounds like he’s better off without because there’s nothing they could do better than he’s doing right now!
Truth here.love the direction. Future of rock is changing by your hands.
Whoah, this song is so beautiful!!! I adore the message in it and story behind!!!
I love this, definitely adding to my playlist!
You give me Smile Empty Soul vibes. I love that raspy singing that you Do. Your latest songs have been amazing
Amazing.🤘 cuts deep.
Been a fan for 3 years since the first time I heard the song "My Sword". This though isn't just a song it's a masterpiece! The future of rock looks bright!
i first heard this song on octane when it previewed, i enjoyed it
hearing it only a few times since looking on YT for this song and i listening to it more it makes me think of my gramps who we lost suddenly this january from cancer.
this song is a wonder to world 🙏
Same here heard this on octane looking for the song name and it was my name 😂
This guy continues to get better with each song released. Amazing work with this one. Favorite so far! I think I played it 20 times today after purchasing on iTunes
So glad ive been a fan of jeris since my sword. This is completely different than what he used to sing. But its still incredible. Well written too.
Amazing message to that guy.
It's early morning here in India.Thankyou for the good music ,dude.cant stop playing it🔥
My heart ❤️ oh your so incredible the whole band the voice the sounds its so perfectly beautiful ❤️ thank you
Repeat… repeat… repeat
John would have been extremely proud; this song is a masterpiece
YES!!!!!! if something ain't baroque don't fix it :)
After listening to your songs all these years this one right here hits the Soul please keep up the great work and have a blessed year!!!
These comments crack me up every one getting butt hurt over rock need I remind you that the essence of rock and metal is to be different to change and to be new those who follow trends in my opinion are not staying true to the genre jerris does his own thing and that right there is what rock is about
This song hits. You can feel the love and pain in his voice. It has a true meaning behind it. He is a damn good sing song writer.
Great background story on this song . The first time I heard it it immediately grabbed my attention as a song with a story and great arrangement. As a senior citizen I really enjoyed this as Jeris's style continues to entertain me.
Loved you all at the rave
It's not to late for you either 🥰 I love your music 🖤🔥🤟
😢 this song is more emotional than I thought
He is the future of rock hands-down his vocal are nasty really really good. Keep it up bud. 💯 I got the see u in concert and you are the beast 🔥 🔥💯💪💪💪💪💪
Absolutely amazing song man I'm gonna listen on repeat for probably the next 2 hours
Is it just me or are drummers the coolest member of the band
wow, you have a amazing voice. im glad i found you,.
Hermoso video, una canción sin duda bella, con una instrumental genial. Fino señores 🧐
Saludos desde Uruguay 👋
Song stories are the best! Bravo!
Best Work Yet! Keep 'em comin'!
Love jeris ❤😊
Beautiful : ' )
Keep going man you are killing it me lorde
Absolutely loved this song, Thank you for sharing and being such a great artist!
not what i was expecting.... and i LOVE IT!!!!
What an amazing song and tribute!
Great song❤❤