Alexz Johnson (Born on November 4th, 1986, in New Westminster, British Colu… Read Full Bio ↴Alexz Johnson (Born on November 4th, 1986, in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada) is never quite what you'd think: she is always, instead, a surprise. While she writes intimate, down-to-earth lyrics, they’re delivered with a larger-than-life, crystalline voice. “Growing up I was afraid of it,” she says, about realizing she could sing big as a small child- the sixth in a brood of ten-- in Vancouver. “I thought it would blow me away.” And while at first she might be able to blend into the sea of other fresh-faced, struggling artists on the streets of her current hometown of New York City, she’s actually an entertainment veteran with fifteen years in the industry and a Gemini Award under her belt.

When Instant Star wrapped after four seasons (2005-2008), Alexz endured her share of off-camera drama in her music career, when both Capitol and Epic, respectively, ended up shelving her records due to internal conflicts . "It’s been tough,” she says, “but something always keeps me going. Even with no money in my pocket, things land where they land and you keep moving.” Johnson had completed a full length record entitled Weight in 2008, and was set to release it in September the next year.

Alexz independently released her debut album, Voodoo in 2010 and remixed it in 2011 as Reloaded. She released a compilation of unheard demos in the form of The Basement Recordings (2011), while prepping to release her first EP, Skipping Stone in January 2012. She has also released one live album, Live from the Skipping Stone Tour in December 2012. Johnson later continued to release two more demo compilations, The Basement Recordings 2 and The Basement Recordings 3 in 2012 and 2013, respectively.

Finding success and a loyal fanbase through her independent releases, Johnson's 2014 EP, Heart and sophomore album Let 'Em Eat Cake were both funded through the crowdfunding service Pledgemusic. Heart and Let 'Em Eat Cake both showcase a different side of Johnson, tackling subjects such as heartbreak and loss. The two releases include tracks produced by David Kahne, who has worked with Lana Del Rey, Kelly Clarkson, Regina Spektor, and other artists.

My Sweet Time
Alexz Johnson Lyrics

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Late at night I hear the song,
Spinnin in my head,
And I know I won't sleep at all,
Thinkin' 'bout all my stuff,
Missin' my own bed,
And all my friends, but it's too late to call.

Hanging out all day at the Holiday Inn,

Waiting's such a drag 'til the band kicks in.

I don't know where the next road goes,
Wanna feel the wheels goin' down the road,
Take my sweet time, I'm gettin' it back again.
What matters most will carry me,
Through the night,
You're were I wanna be baby.
Take my sweet time.
Oh, I'll be home again in my sweet time.

Goin' out at night,
And it feels so good,
How it works is a mystery!
I believe in my heart,
I'm doing what I should,
All these lost souls following!

Waitin' all day until this begins,
I love how it feels when the band kicks in.
Yeah! Yeah!

I don't know where the next road goes,
Wanna feel the wheels goin' down the road,
Take my sweet time, I'm gettin' it back again.
What matters most will carry me,
Through the night,
You're were I wanna be baby.
Take my sweet time.
Oh, I'll be home again in my sweet time.

Baby, when this is over I understand,
Oh, what I've got right here in my hands, yeah!

Baby...oh! Ooooooo! Yeah yeah yeah! Oh! Oh!

I don't know where the next road goes,
Wanna feel the wheels goin' down the road,
Take my sweet time, I'm gettin' it back again.
What matters most will carry me,
Through the night,
You're were I wanna be baby.
Take my sweet time.
Oh, I'll be home again in my sweet time.

Yeah yeah, in my own sweet time, yeah yeah, in my own sweet time, yeah!

Overall Meaning

In Alexz Johnson's song "My Sweet Time", she talks about the feeling of missing her home and friends while she's away on the road. She hears a song late at night that's stuck in her head, and she can't sleep because she's thinking about her life and everything that's important to her. However, she finds solace in going out at night and performing with her band, which brings her joy and makes her feel like she's doing what she's supposed to be doing. Johnson sings about taking her time to get back to what's important to her, and knowing that she'll eventually return home on her own terms.

The chorus of the song speaks to Johnson's desire to feel the freedom of being on the road, but also the comfort of coming back to what matters most. She acknowledges that she doesn't know where the next road will take her, but she's determined to feel the wheels moving beneath her feet and take her sweet time to get there. She also makes it clear that the person she wants to be with is her lover, who is her home and her safe haven.

Line by Line Meaning

Late at night I hear the song,
I can't sleep and I'm overwhelmed with thoughts

Spinnin in my head,
My thoughts are racing and I can't calm down

And I know I won't sleep at all,
I'm already resigned to not sleeping tonight

Thinkin' 'bout all my stuff,
I'm reflecting on the things that matter most to me

Missin' my own bed,
I'm feeling homesick and longing for my own space

And all my friends, but it's too late to call.
I miss my loved ones but it's too late at night to reach out to them

Hanging out all day at the Holiday Inn,
I'm killing time in a lonely place

Waiting's such a drag 'til the band kicks in.
I'm bored and waiting for entertainment

I don't know where the next road goes,
I'm unsure of where my life will take me next

Wanna feel the wheels goin' down the road,
I want to experience the thrill of new experiences and adventure

Take my sweet time, I'm gettin' it back again.
I want to feel in control of my life and take things at my own pace

What matters most will carry me,
My priorities and values will guide me

Through the night,
I will persevere through the dark and uncertain times

You're were I wanna be baby.
I know where I belong and who I love

Baby, when this is over I understand,
I know that this challenging time will eventually end

Oh, what I've got right here in my hands, yeah!
I am grateful for what I have in my life

Goin' out at night,
I am seeking enjoyment and new experiences

And it feels so good,
I am enjoying myself and my surroundings

How it works is a mystery!
I don't fully understand how everything in life falls into place

I believe in my heart,
I have faith in myself and my values

I'm doing what I should,
I am making the right choices for my life

All these lost souls following!
Others are drawn to my positive energy and outlook on life

Waitin' all day until this begins,
I'm eagerly anticipating something exciting

I love how it feels when the band kicks in.
I enjoy the rush of excitement when a performance begins

Oh, I'll be home again in my sweet time.
I know I'll eventually return home on my terms

Yeah yeah, in my own sweet time, yeah yeah, in my own sweet time, yeah!
I am confident in my ability to navigate my life at my own pace

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER WARD, ROBERT BRIEN WELLS

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