22 Jacks All started from the Break up of Wax. In Late 95, Joe Sib, the lea… Read Full Bio ↴22 Jacks All started from the Break up of Wax. In Late 95, Joe Sib, the lead singer of Wax, descided to get together with long time friend Steve Soto (Who you may remember from such groups as the Adolesents, and Agent Orange) and write some material. They started writing songs and soon noticed that something special was taking place. They soon gathered together a few other friends to complete the Lineup for the Soon to be 22 Jacks. These Friends were Sandy Hanson, also of the Adolescents, Scott Shifflet of Face to Face, and Jason Cropper of the original Weezer. In February of 96 22 Jacks went to The Sandbox studio in L.A. and recorded 12 songs which became the "Uncle Bob" record. With the three final additions to the Jacks already having prior commitments, Sib and Soto went on a search for replacements to solidify the lineup. They found Kelly Lemieux, formerly of FEAR, Jose Medeles, from Los Infernos, and Bill Fraenza, who was both a writer and player on the "Uncle Bob" CD, and they are more then able to fill the holes.

The CD is put out on Side 1 recordings.

Over the Past year 22 Jacks has been doing alot of tour. Whieher it is opening shows for other bands, the warped tour, or their own shows they leave behind them in there wake huge amounts of great times and excelent reviews. They have toured with popular bands such as Reel Big Fish, the Bloodhound Gang, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Goldfinger, Social Distortion, Bouncinig Souls, Unwritten Law, Face to Face, Voodoo Glow Skulls, and 10 Foot Pole. One of there greatest feets though of all time would be singing back up with Joey Ramone on a song for the Cheap Trick Tribute album. This help spark a friendship that has lead to Joey Ramone show up at 22 Jacks concerts and even singing a song or two with them.

Sky
22 Jacks Lyrics

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Woke up to the sound of your fall. No one wants to hear that call.
Your eyes are speaking things that you
Can melt into the books that you stamp. Yes,
Our flings must slowly break from what we have to what we make.
Stood in line, and saved a spot for you.
And I dont want the sky to fall down on me.
Its been so easy lately. I like being free.
And I dont want the sky to fall...

Down, down on me.
Put your hand tight around mine. Pretend its safe, and break for time.
The sun is right behind the door. So many skies from wanting more.
Yes, our flings must slowly break from what we have to what we make.
Stood in line and saved a spot for you.
And I dont want the sky to fall down on me.
Its been so easy lately. I like being free.
And I dont want the sky to fall...
Down, down on me.
No one wants to think its them. They all take one and wish for ten.
And no one wants to tjink its them.

They all take one and wish for ten.
Dont let the sky fall down on me...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Sky" by 22 Jacks seem to be recounting a story about waking up to some kind of distressing news or event, potentially related to a breakup or a personal struggle. The singer is preoccupied with the idea of the sky falling down on them, perhaps as a metaphor for feeling overwhelmed or caught in a cycle of negative thoughts. Throughout the song, there are references to the passage of time and the idea of moving on from a past relationship or experience. The lines "our flings must slowly break from what we have to what we make" suggest a desire to move forward and create something new and positive out of a difficult situation.

The repetition of the phrase "I don't want the sky to fall down on me" creates a sense of urgency and fear, as though the singer is worried about being crushed under the weight of some kind of emotional turmoil. The line "no one wants to think it's them" points to a broader human tendency to avoid taking responsibility for our own problems, instead wishing for things to magically improve without effort or self-reflection.

Overall, "Sky" is a song that explores the theme of personal growth and resilience in the face of adversity. By acknowledging the pain of the past but also recognizing the potential for change and renewal, the lyrics offer a message of hope and determination.

Line by Line Meaning

Woke up to the sound of your fall. No one wants to hear that call.
I woke up to the sound of you losing yourself. No one wants to hear the sound of someone falling apart.

Your eyes are speaking things that you. Can melt into the books that you stamp. Yes,
Your eyes are saying things that you can't speak. You escape reality by losing yourself in books.

Our flings must slowly break from what we have to what we make. Stood in line, and saved a spot for you.
Our temporary love affairs must transition from being just something we have to something we create together. I waited in line for you, hoping that we can build something real.

And I dont want the sky to fall down on me. Its been so easy lately. I like being free.
I don't want everything to come crashing down on me. Life has been easy and I enjoy the freedom.

Put your hand tight around mine. Pretend its safe, and break for time. The sun is right behind the door. So many skies from wanting more.
Hold my hand tightly and pretend that we are safe, let's take a moment to catch our breath. Opportunity is within reach but there are too many options to choose from.

And no one wants to think its them. They all take one and wish for ten.
No one wants to believe they are the problem, they all take what they have and wish for more.

Don't let the sky fall down on me...
Please don't let everything come crashing down on me.

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