Between April 2017 and March 2018, JP Saxe released the singles, "Changed", "Anybody Else" and "The Few Things". In November 2018, he released "25 in Barcelona" as the lead single from his debut EP. He released his debut EP, Both Can Be True: Part 1, on November 8, 2018.
He released the singles "Same Room" and "Women Who Look Like You" between June and August 2019. He released "If the World Was Ending" as the lead single from his second EP. He released "Sad Corny Fuck" as the second single from his second EP, in February 2020. He released his second EP, Hold It Together, on February 7, 2020. It peaked at number 53 on the Canadian Albums Chart. He features on Lennon Stella's single "Golf on TV". In April 2020, JP Saxe and Julia Michaels, re-released "If the World Was Ending" with other artists including Sam Smith, H.E.R., Alessia Cara, Niall Horan, Keith Urban and Finneas O'Connell, who produced the song. Each artist filmed their part on their phones from their homes while self-isolating and features on the music video. All proceeds benefit Doctors Without Borders, and the video ends with a special message from a participating doctor about the impact of COVID-19 on countries where many of the doctors are stationed. In a statement, Saxe and Michaels said, "We are so grateful for the incredible work being done by those on the frontlines during this global pandemic. At a time when it can sometimes feel like 'the world is ending', we thank all of the healthcare workers, first responders, and essential workers who are helping so many people in need. Please stay home, stay safe (and don't actually go over!)"
His song "Same Room" was shortlisted for the 2020 SOCAN Songwriting Prize.
If The World Was Ending
JP Saxe Lyrics
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And in traffic
I didn't feel it
When the earthquake happened
But it really got me thinkin'
Were you out drinkin'?
Were you in the living room
Chillin' watchin' television?
Think I've figured out how
How to let you go and let communication die out
I know, you know, we know
You weren't down for forever and it's fine
I know, you know, we know
We weren't meant for each other and it's fine
But if the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
You'd come over and you'd stay the night
Would you love me for the hell of it?
All our fears would be irrelevant
If the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
The sky'd be falling and I'd hold you tight
And there wouldn't be a reason why
We would even have to say goodbye
If the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
Right?
If the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
Right?
I tried to imagine
Your reaction
It didn't scare me when the earthquake happened
But it really got me thinkin'
That night we went drinkin'
Stumbled in the house
And didn't make it past the kitchen
Ah, it's been a year now
Think I've figured out how
How to think about you without it rippin' my heart out
I know, you know, we know
You weren't down for forever and it's fine
I know, you know, we know
We weren't meant for each other and it's fine
But if the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
You'd come over and you'd stay the night
Would you love me for the hell of it?
All our fears would be irrelevant
If the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
The sky'd be falling while I'd hold you tight
No, there wouldn't be a reason why
We would even have to say goodbye
If the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
You'd come over, right?
You'd come over, you'd come over, you'd come over, right?
I know, you know, we know
You weren't down for forever and it's fine
I know, you know, we know
We weren't meant for each other and it's fine
But if the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
You'd come over and you'd stay the night
Would you love me for the hell of it?
All our fears would be irrelevant
If the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
The sky'd be falling while I hold you tight
No, there wouldn't be a reason why
We would even have to say goodbye
If the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
You'd come over, you'd come over, you'd come over, right?
If the world was ending
You'd come over, right?
The song "If The World Was Ending" by JP Saxe is a reflective piece that focuses on the idea of what would happen if the world were to end. The verses talk about everyday life - being distracted in traffic, spending time with someone, and trying to imagine their reaction. It then evolves to the idea of the end of the world, and how those people would react during that time. The chorus of the song, 'if the world was ending, you'd come over, right?' emphasizes the idea of the end of the world being the only thing that would bring two people back together.
The lyrics, on the other hand, do not indicate whether or not the singer wants the person to come over because they want to be together, or because the end of the world has made them lonely or scared. It's an emotional and thought-provoking song that explores the idea of what is important when all things that were important are gone. The song can be interpreted as a call to action to reconnect with the people you care for before it's too late.
Line by Line Meaning
I was distracted
I was preoccupied and not paying attention
And in traffic
And stuck in congestion on the road
I didn't feel it
I didn't physically feel the earthquake
When the earthquake happened
When a sudden shaking of the earth occurred
But it really got me thinkin'
But it made me ponder deeply
Were you out drinkin'?
Were you drinking alcohol outside your home?
Were you in the living room
Were you present in the lounge area
Chillin' watchin' television?
Relaxing while watching TV?
It's been a year now
One full year has passed since then
Think I've figured out how
I believe I have discovered a way
How to let you go and let communication die out
The process of moving on from our relationship and letting it fade away
You weren't down for forever and it's fine
You weren't committed to being together for eternity, and it's okay
We weren't meant for each other and it's fine
We weren't destined to be together and it's alright
But if the world was ending
However, if the world was about to end
You'd come over, right?
Would you come to me in that situation?
You'd come over and you'd stay the night
You would come and spend the last moments with me
Would you love me for the hell of it?
Would you love me just because it's the end of the world?
All our fears would be irrelevant
All our worries and fears would be unimportant
The sky'd be falling and I'd hold you tight
The sky would be collapsing, and I would embrace you tightly
And there wouldn't be a reason why
There wouldn't be a need for an explanation
We would even have to say goodbye
We wouldn't have to say farewell
You'd come over, you'd come over, you'd come over, right?
Would you come to me, would you come to me, would you come to me, in this situation?
I tried to imagine
I attempted to envision
Your reaction
Your response to such a scenario
Stumbled in the house
Entered the house while unsteady and unstable
And didn't make it past the kitchen
However, we didn't manage to get further than the kitchen
How to think about you without it rippin' my heart out
Thinking about you without feeling heartbroken
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jonathan Percy Saxe, Julia Michaels
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jpsaxe
MY DEBUT ALBUM IS OUT!! doesn’t feel real. been working towards today since I was a kid. this is the most myself i’ve ever felt in my music https://jpsaxe.lnk.to/DangerousLevelsofIntrospection
@mellgz83
💞💞💕💕 me encanta 🥰 tu voz y tus canciones feeeling
@pop5tudi0ozmix21
Keep in mind that, whatever the success, you're up there ...world class!
@hlengiwesimamane5038
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@johnjones8821
Good job
@seni_lp
Felicitaciones, es "Encantador", una mezcla de calma y optimismo. Precioso 💖
@goofy_gooner888
“We weren’t meant for each other and it’s fine”
That shit hurted
@bulb9134
Bruh use laxatives
@akfam4848
It hit home
@Blue-69-666
hurt* it works as both present and past tense