Jack learned to play the guitar at age 14, but was a professional surfer until an accident at Pipeline in which his front teeth were knocked out and he received more than 150 stitches. While he was recovering in bed, he spent his time writing songs and playing guitar. However, Jack didn't seriously pursue a career in the arts until his college years at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Jack Johnson also played rhythm guitar for the party band "Soil" in 1999, and graduated with a degree in film.
He has written, recorded, and released the albums Brushfire Fairytales (2001), On And On (2003), In Between Dreams (2005), Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George (2006), Sleep Through the Static (2008) and To The Sea (2010), he has also been on 3 soundtracks "September Sessions" from the film The September Sessions, "Thicker Than Water" from the film Thicker Than Water, "Sprout", "A Broke Down Melody" Ep and "Some Live Songs EP". Several of his songs are also featured in the movie "Out Cold". His latest album - Sleep Through The Static - reached the top 10 of the US charts.
In (2009) A live album and DVD of Jack's (2008) world tour to promote the release of Sleep Through The Static album. The DVD entitled En Concert, was released on October 27, 2009. The DVD was directed by Emmett Malloy.
On June 1, 2010, Johnson released his fifth studio album, To The Sea, on Brushfire Records/Universal Republic, which was recorded using Solar Powered energy at his Mango Tree Studio in Hawaii, and the Plastic Plant in LA . To The Sea was co produced by Robert Carranza, Jack Johnson, and his bandmates Merlo Podlewski, Zach Gill and Adam Topol and features guest appearances from G. Love, and Paula Fuga.
Jack Johnson is currently on a world tour promoting To The Sea while continually encouraging his concert attendees to pay greater respect for our planet. An active promoter of environmental causes like Explore.org and One Percent For The Planet, Johnson's 2010 world tour will continue to collaborate with local non-profit groups around the world, according to his website. He will once again donate 100% of his tour profits to support environmental, art, and music education. Learn more about Jack Johnson's current environmental commitments to our planet at: www.AllAtOnce.org.
Jack just cancelled the remaining balance of his Japanese tour on March 12, 2011 in sympathy of the victims of Tohoku Earthquake. Join Jack in supporting this disaster relief by donating to Global Giving Japan, and he encourages others to join this effort. Johnson's Ohana Charitable Foundation has also supported Little Kids Rock, a national nonprofit that works to restore and revitalize music education in disadvantaged U.S. public schools. He also decorated a guitar for Little Kids Rock to auction to raise funds for its program.
On September 22, 2012, he donated his time to play a few songs at Farm Aid 2012 in Hershey, PA. Later in 2012, Jack donated $50,000 for Hurricane Sandy relief and added links on his website for others to donate:
"After years of touring and surfing along the East Coast, I have made so many great friends. It is heartbreaking to see the images and hear their stories. I just made donations to help recover and relief efforts for Hurricane Sandy. Below is a list of groups you can support. If you can't donate money, you can donate food, supplies, or your time. Our East Coast family, friends, and neighbors need our help. Aloha"
Johnson released From Here to Now to You with his band on September 17, 2013. On June 15, 2013, Jack and the Band performed as headliners at the 2013 Bonnaroo in Tennessee. He also played two acoustic concerts, one at London's Tabernacle in Notting Hill and the other at New York City's Allen Room at Lincoln Center overlooking Central Park, featuring songs from his upcoming album. The From Here to Now to You Tour ran from March through September 2014.
In February 2017, Johnson announced a U.S. tour beginning in Chicago at the Huntington Bank Pavilion on Northerly Island on June 1 and ending with two Kōkua Hawai'i Foundation benefit concerts at the Waikiki Shell on August 4 & 5. Also, he revealed plans to release an album in the summer of 2017. Later, he added a September 10 concert for the 2017 Ohana Fest at Doheny State Beach, Dana Point, California. On September 8, 2017, Jack released his seventh studio album All the Light Above It Too, and peaked at number 13 on the Billboard chart's "Artist 100." In July 2018, Johnson released his greatest hits album "Jack Johnson: The Essentials" in Japan only.
In late 2019, Johnson released a single "New Axe", which was featured in the This Warm December Vol. 3 album. He then did a "Together at Home" Instagram Live stream concert on March 28, 2020. His concert was the third most watched on the Global Citizen YouTube. He then also performed at the "One World: Together at Home" special, and a live version of "Better Together" was featured on the One World: Together at Home album. On May 1, 2020, he was featured on Milky Chance's new single "Don't Let Me Down". On September 26, 2020, Johnson performed the opening set at Farm Aid: On the Road.
On December 4, 2020, Johnson released a new single titled "The Captain Is Drunk". On April 16, 2021, Johnson released a song titled "If Ever" with Paula Fuga and Ben Harper. The song appeared on Fuga's new album Rain on Sunday, which will be featured on Johnson's record label.
On June 24, 2022, Johnson released his eighth studio album, Meet the Moonlight, his first full-length record in five years. It was produced by Blake Mills, engineered by Joseph Lorge, and recorded both in Los Angeles (at Sound City Studios and EastWest Studios) and at The Mango Tree (Johnson's home studio) in Hawaii. The album's lead single is titled "One Step Ahead".
To coincide with his new album release, Johnson embarked on the Meet the Moonlight Tour with 35 stops at major venues across the United States (including Hawaii) and Canada. He was accompanied by various artists including Grammy-award winner (and personal friend) Ziggy Marley. In November, Johnson will tour the album in Australia and New Zealand, his first overseas concerts since 2019.
On July 22, 2000, Johnson married his college girlfriend, Kim Baker. They have three children: two boys and a girl. Johnson lives on the North Shore of the island of Oahu in Hawaii. In an interview with Johnson, Ann Donahue from Billboard described Johnson's family life by saying "There is often trouble in balancing the life of an artist, environmentalist, and family man, but Johnson seems to have the niche for such a challenge. This time around, he's found a pace that agrees with him...bringing his family along so he can spend mornings with them sightseeing." Both Johnson and his wife declined to talk about or release any intimate information concerning their children.
With my own two hands
Jack Johnson Lyrics
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Make it a better place, oh, with my own two hands
Make it a kinder place, with my own two hands
With my own
With my own two hands
I can make peace on earth, oh with my own two hands
I can clean up the earth, with my own two hands
With my own
With my own two hands
With my own
With my own two hands
I'm gonna make it a brighter place, oh, with my own two hands
I'm gonna make it a safer place, Oh with my own two hands
I'm gonna help Jah human race, yes oh with my own two hands
With my own
With my own two hands
With my own
With my own two hands
Now I can, I can hold you, oh with my own two hands
And I, and I can comfort you, with my own two hands
But you got, got to use, oh use your own two hands
Use your own, use your own two hands
You got to use your own, oh use your own two hands
With our own, with our own two hands
With our own
With our own
Two hands
With my own
With my own
Two hands
The lyrics to Jack Johnson & Ben Harper's song With my own two hands convey a powerful message about the capacity for a single individual to make a positive impact on the world. The repetition of the phrase “with my own two hands” throughout the song emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and agency in enacting change.
The opening lines of the song state, “I can change the world, with my own two hands / Make it a better place, oh, with my own two hands." These lines emphasize the power of a single individual to affect positive change, rather than relying on others or larger entities. The following lines then expand on this, highlighting potential avenues for change such as making the world a kinder place, cleaning up the earth, or making peace.
The refrain “I'm gonna make it a brighter place, oh, with my own two hands / I'm gonna make it a safer place, Oh with my own two hands / I'm gonna help Jah human race, yes oh with my own two hands” further emphasizes this theme of individual empowerment and responsibility, with a nod to the idea of global unity and harmony. The final lines of the song then urge listeners to use their own hands to contribute to positive change, with the repetition of “use your own, use your own two hands.”
Overall, With my own two hands offers a hopeful and inspiring message about the capacity for individuals to create meaningful change in the world, with a call to action for everyone to take responsibility for their own role in this process.
Line by Line Meaning
I can change the world, with my own two hands
I believe in my own power to bring about global change.
Make it a better place, oh, with my own two hands
I want to use my abilities to improve the world we live in.
Make it a kinder place, with my own two hands
I strive to bring more kindness into the world through my actions.
With my own
I have the power within myself
With my own two hands
to use my physical and mental capabilities to make a difference.
I can make peace on earth, oh with my own two hands
I have the capability to bring about peace in the world.
I can clean up the earth, with my own two hands
I will work hard to do my part in taking care of our planet.
I can reach out to you, with my own two hands
I am not afraid to reach out and help those in need.
I'm gonna make it a brighter place, oh, with my own two hands
I am determined to bring light and positivity into the world.
I'm gonna make it a safer place, Oh with my own two hands
I will do everything in my power to ensure the safety of others around me.
I'm gonna help Jah human race, yes oh with my own two hands
I want to use my abilities to make a positive impact on humanity.
Now I can, I can hold you, oh with my own two hands
I am capable of providing comfort and support to those in need.
And I, and I can comfort you, with my own two hands
I will not hesitate to be a source of comfort for those who need it.
But you got, got to use, oh use your own two hands
I encourage others to also use their own power to create change.
Use your own, use your own two hands
It is important for individuals to take responsibility for their own actions.
You got to use your own, oh use your own two hands
We all have the ability to make a positive impact on the world, no matter how small.
With our own, with our own two hands
Together, we can create meaningful change.
With our own
By working together
With our own
to use our own unique capabilities
Two hands
and make a positive impact on the world.
With my own
I have the power within myself
With my own
to use my physical and mental capabilities to make a difference.
Two hands
and create a better world for all.
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Written by: Benjamin Harper
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@jessepope2610
This song was played at my 63 year olds friends funeral the other day. It fit his life to a tee. He was a farmer that loved the soil, his animals and his fellow man.
@channahsorah
"heart."
@jessepope2610
@@channahsorah Thanks for the acknowledgement.
@ikanderson
I remember this from elementary school. Now I wish I could be in elementary school again. Life was good then.
@destinymcintire2188
I remember seeing this song on TV when I was younger as a commercial for PBS. It's stuck with me ever since :)
@TheWarriorPoet
This IS a Ben Harper song. I always thought it was very cool that Ben and Jack Johnson were such great friends. They're two really good people.
@amiezyla9772
hi i love you
@rosehiptea100
So wonderful! May we sing it every single day of our lives. <3
@EHorvath10
We need this song right now.
@caitlynadams7714
I used to always listen to jack Johnson when I was about 6 years old hear I am 9 years later and still remember them 😂