As he suddenly had plenty of time (no candle light dinners anymore), he picked up the instrument one evening and soon became fond of it. It took him considerable time to discover that the "guitar" was actually an ukulele and it took a massive effort to learn to play the instrument. In the beginning his aim was learning to play the ukulele and he mostly covered other artists' songs. His first public performance was at a friend's birthday, when he sang a song he wrote about him to the melody of an already existing song. The reception he got was encouraging and inspired him to write more lyrics. During this period he also started to compose and became fascinated with the whole process of creating music. The idea of producing and distributing his own material started to take form.
Throughout the learning process he took constant ridicule from his friends who claimed that the ukulele didn't suit the rock songs he attempted to write. His friends' limited belief in his vocal and instrumental qualities was an inspiration, so he made a promise to produce a CD with his own songs under the artist name J-uke ("J" for Jon and "uke" for, you guessed correctly, ukulele!). His friends were still skeptical; hence the title "Told you". Enjoy!
Daybreak
J-uke Lyrics
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Waiting all day for the night to fall
Waiting in line, looking for a sign
See who hides behind it all
Trying to resign from the heartache
Trying to invite better days to come
It ain’t worthwhile trying to reconcile
With the man that I’ve become
When I’m gonna back down
Like I know it’s no use waiting for
You to turn around
These wings are never gonna fly straight
Always in search of a better view
With or without always was in doubt
When it came to me and you
One of these days’ll be too late
Never get back what was once before
Live and let live, if you can’t forgive
Or hold your peace forevermore
And you know it’s no use asking
When I’m gonna back down
Like I know it’s no use waiting for
You to turn around
If I go down
It’s not without a fight
And not ‘cause I was wrong
But maybe you were right
But I’ve found
At the end of every night
Another day will break
Another day will break
And one day I just might
Still here waiting for the night to fall
When my regrets come out to play
No one’s talkin ‘bout forever
All I ask is one more day
If I go down
It’s not without a fight
And not ‘cause I was wrong
But maybe you were right
But I’ve found
At the end of every night
Another day will break
Another day will break
The day that I go down
It’s not without a fight
And not ‘cause I was wrong
But maybe you were right
But I’ve found
At the end of every night
Another day will break
And one day I just might
The lyrics to J-uke's song "Daybreak" portray a sense of longing and inner turmoil. The song delves into the emotions of waiting for change, seeking redemption, and questioning the path taken. It begins with the singer expressing their longing for the daybreak, symbolizing a fresh start or a new beginning. They have been waiting all night and all day, emphasizing the desperation and hope for a significant shift in their life. The line "See who hides behind it all" suggests that they are searching for answers and trying to uncover the true meaning behind their struggles.
The lyrics then touch upon the singer's attempt to overcome heartache and invite better days into their life. However, they acknowledge the futility of trying to reconcile with the person they have become. There is a sense of resignation and acceptance of their flaws and mistakes. The singer acknowledges that their wings may never fly straight, suggesting a constant search for a better perspective or a happier state of being. The doubt regarding their relationship is also expressed, hinting at a challenging dynamic between the singer and another person.
Amidst the longing and uncertainty, there is a sense of determination and resilience. The singer declares that they will not go down without a fight, even if they may not necessarily be in the wrong. They have discovered that at the end of every night, another day will break, providing a glimmer of hope for a brighter future. The final line suggests that one day, they might finally find the resolution and closure they seek.
Line by Line Meaning
Waiting all night for the daybreak
Anticipating the arrival of a new day, hoping for a fresh start
Waiting all day for the night to fall
Longing for the end of the day, seeking solace in darkness
Waiting in line, looking for a sign
Patiently seeking guidance, searching for a symbol of hope
See who hides behind it all
Discovering the true identity of those who manipulate or deceive
Trying to resign from the heartache
Attempting to let go of emotional pain and move on
Trying to invite better days to come
Actively inviting positive experiences and outcomes in the future
It ain’t worthwhile trying to reconcile
Realizing that it's not worth trying to mend a broken relationship
With the man that I’ve become
Accepting the person one has become, despite flaws or mistakes
And you know it’s no use asking
Acknowledging that seeking answers or explanations is futile
When I’m gonna back down
Predicting that one will not give in or yield easily
Like I know it’s no use waiting for
Having the awareness that waiting for someone's change of heart is pointless
You to turn around
Hoping for a reversal of someone's attitude or actions
These wings are never gonna fly straight
Feeling restless and constantly seeking new perspectives and experiences
Always in search of a better view
Continually longing for a better understanding or outlook on life
With or without always was in doubt
Uncertain whether something or someone is needed for happiness
When it came to me and you
When considering the state of the relationship between the artist and another person
One of these days’ll be too late
Realizing that there will come a time when it is too late to mend things
Never get back what was once before
Understanding that what is lost cannot be fully regained
Live and let live, if you can’t forgive
Choosing to live harmoniously, even if forgiveness is not possible
Or hold your peace forevermore
Accepting that inner tranquility may be elusive indefinitely
If I go down
In the face of adversity, if I face defeat
It’s not without a fight
I will resist and stand up for myself
And not ‘cause I was wrong
But because I believe in my cause or perspective
But maybe you were right
Considering the possibility that the other person's viewpoint was correct
But I’ve found
However, I have come to realize
At the end of every night
After each challenging or difficult period
Another day will break
A new opportunity for change and growth will arise
And one day I just might
Suggesting that someday, things may finally go well
Still here waiting for the night to fall
Remaining stuck in a state of longing or melancholy
When my regrets come out to play
When past mistakes and remorse become prominent in my thoughts
No one’s talkin ‘bout forever
Recognizing that discussions about permanent commitment are absent
All I ask is one more day
Requesting a chance to make things right, even briefly
The day that I go down
The day I face defeat or failure
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Jonathan Hicks
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