1) Jón Þór… Read Full Bio ↴Jónsi is a pseudonym of, at least, two Icelandic artists:
1) Jón Þór Birgisson is the lead singer and guitarist for Sigur Rós and half of Jónsi & Alex, known for his soft falsetto voice . He released his solo debut album, Go, on April 6, 2010.
Birgisson grew up in Iceland, raised by parents who weren't particularly musical; his early memories include playing The Beatles at double speed on his turntable and listening to and playing along with Iron Maiden records. You can hear him speak at length about his musical past and loves in a recent episode of "All Songs Considered," in which Birgisson plays guest DJ. His history as Sigur Ros' singer and guitarist spans 16 years, during which time the band has released five studio albums and coined a unique sound that has yet to be matched by any act since.
2) Jón Jósep Snæbjörnsson (b. 1 Jun '77), is a singer & member of Í Svörtum Fötum ("In black clothing"). He was Iceland's Eurovision Song Contest 2004 representative, finishing 19th. He has also competed at Söngvakeppni Sjónvarpsins 2007, which is a television show to pick Iceland's song for the Eurovision Song Contest with the song Segðu Mér.
Tornado
Jónsi Lyrics
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Although disguised
I know you
You'll learn to know
You grow, you grow like tornado
You grow from the inside
Destroy from the inside
Erupt like volcano
You flow through the inside
You kill everything through
You kill from the inside
You'll
You'll learn to know
I wonder if I'm allowed ever to see
I wonder if I'm allowed to ever be free
You sound so blue
You now are gloom
You sound so blue
You now are gloom
I wonder if I'm allowed just ever to be
The lyrics to Jónsi's song Tornado are incredibly evocative, describing the growth and destruction of a powerful force like a tornado or a volcano. The song's repeated refrain - "You grow, you grow like tornado" - brings to mind images of destruction, as if the force being described is both uncontrollable and inevitable. And yet, despite the destructive power, there is also a sense of familiarity and even intimacy conveyed through the lyrics - "Although disguised, I know you", "You'll learn to know".
The second half of the song seems to shift in focus, describing the singer's own feelings of confinement and limitation - "I wonder if I'm allowed ever to see... if I'm allowed to ever be free". But even here, there is a sense of connection to the force they have been describing - "You sound so blue, you now are gloom" - as if the singer feels a kinship with the destructive power they see around them.
Line by Line Meaning
You grow, you roar
You develop and become strong, making a loud noise like a fierce animal
Although disguised
Even though you may not show your true self
I know you
I understand who you truly are
You'll learn to know
You will eventually come to understand
You grow, you grow like tornado
You develop rapidly and powerfully, like a destructive vortex
You grow from the inside
Your inner strength and potential is what fuels your growth
Destroy everything through
You have the power to destroy anything in your path
Destroy from the inside
Your inner turmoil and conflicts can cause destruction in your life
Erupt like volcano
You can suddenly and violently erupt like a volcano
You flow through the inside
Your inner emotions and thoughts can flow through your body and affect your actions
You kill everything through
Your destructive energy can harm yourself and those around you
You kill from the inside
Your internal struggles can have a detrimental effect on your mental and emotional health
I wonder if I'm allowed ever to see
I question whether or not I am permitted to experience certain things
I wonder if I'm allowed to ever be free
I question whether or not I am permitted to be completely liberated
You sound so blue
You seem sad and melancholic
You now are gloom
Your current state is one of sadness and despair
I wonder if I'm allowed just ever to be
I question whether or not I am permitted to just simply exist and be content
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JON THOR BIRGISSON
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@hannahwilkin2715
You grow, you roar
Although disguised
I know you
You'll learn to know
You grow, you grow like tornado
You grow from the inside
Destroy everything through
Destroy from the inside
Erupt like volcano
You flow through the inside
You kill everything through
You kill from the inside
You'll
You'll learn to know
I wonder if I'm allowed ever to see
I wonder if I'm allowed to ever be free
You sound so blue
You now are gloom
You sound so blue
You now are gloom
I wonder if I'm allowed just ever to be
@TheCRYSTALLURE
Just watched "Disconnect"....and all I can say is wow. Great movie and great music choice.
@mako2king609
Ikr
@TheTafjord
I tried to kill my self in a car while listening to this. It was a dark time, luckly my dad found me before it was too late, and I got help. This song means so much for me, and was played at the darkest time of my life but also was the start of something new.
@johannaanderson1031
TheTafjord I am so sorry you ever felt that pain, and possibly still feel that pain. Thank you for keep going on, much love~
@jabarishabazz5928
Glad you are still here. You are not alone.Peace and love. ❤
@TheSkilletlove
❤ hopefully there is more sunshine in your life right now
@Walou_
Everyone has to go through bad times, some more than others. Its upto each individual on how they persevere. Have hope. Things can get better. and they will get better. You'll only learn to appreciate the good things in life when you know how bad they can be. It'll get better. You aren't alone. Hopefully it has gotten better for you. Hope that you're doing great. Catch you all another day. maybe.
@lindsayhoward9441
😔😥🙏
@karinajonas12
there's just something about Jonsi's music that makes me feel like i am about to make the biggest decision of my life. by the last 30 seconds of the song, i've made that decision and it's a good one:)
@kishawnaclouds1073
2020 jonsi has such a beautiful unique voice I'm going to keep coming here each year