Jan is a graduate of law studies at the Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań. He worked with Jerzy Grotowski's Theater Laboratory in the late 1970s and created the Orchestra of the Eighth Day in 1977. He recorded his first album "Music For The End," in 1982 for Flying Fish Records (Chicago). In 1989 he moved to Los Angeles. His music was released by Sony Classical, Decca, Varese Sarabande, Milan and Savitor Records. He gives concerts in the USA and in Europe.
In 2005 Jan Kaczmarek received an Oscar for the music (score) in Finding Neverland, directed by Marc Forster. J.A.P.K. also won The National Board of Review award for Best Score of the Year, and was nominated for both a Golden Globe and BAFTA's Anthony Asquith Award for Achievement in Film Music. In addition to his work in films, Jan was commissioned to write two symphonic and choral pieces for two important national occasions in Poland. “Cantata for Freedom” (2005) to celebrate 25th anniversary of Solidarity movement, and "Oratorio 1956” (2006) to commemorate 50th anniversary of bloody uprising against totalitarian government in Poznan, Poland. Both premiers were broadcast live on national television.
Jan A.P. Kaczmarek is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Jan is also setting up an Institute inspired by the Sundance Institute, in his home country of Poland, as a European center for development of new work in the areas of film, theatre, music and new media. The Institute website (currently under construction) is: http://rozbitek.org. It is anticipated that Rozbitek Institute will be officially open in 2008.
The Attack
Jan A.P. Kaczmarek Lyrics
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Alone in the dark, but it's still too loud
All by myself, no one's around
'Cause I can't shut it off, 'cause I don't know how
50 million thoughts runnin' through my brain
I try to stay calm and I try to maintain
It don't make sense so I can't explain
I think a brother like me is goin' insane
I think a brother like me is goin' insane
I think a brother like me is goin' insane
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
No time to react before your mind's collapsed
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Gonna run out of time before your mind reacts
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
And today, I'm movin' on and on, on and on
The way I'm feelin' is so good so far
But this won't last too long, too long, long, long
Right when I get it, then it's gone, gone, gone, gone, gone
I think a brother like me is goin' insane
I think a brother like me is goin' insane
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
No time to react before your mind's collapsed
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Gonna run out of time before your mind reacts
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
Today, I'm movin' on
Today, I'm movin' on
Today, I'm movin' on
Right when I get it, then it's gone, gone, gone, gone, gone
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
No time to react before your mind's collapsed
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Gonna run out of time before your mind reacts
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
The song "The Attack" by Jan A.P. Kaczmarek delves into the experience of a panic attack or anxiety attack. The first verse sets the tone for the song as the singer describes how, despite being alone in the dark, he can hear voices that sound like a crowd, making it "too loud" for him. He feels isolated and unable to shut off the multitude of thoughts that run through his mind, causing him to feel like he is "going insane." The chorus further emphasizes the intense and sudden onset of the panic attack, with no time to react before the mind "collapses." The singer tries to move on, but the cycle repeats itself, leaving him feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope.
The song accurately portrays the experience of those who suffer from panic attacks, a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. The lyrics describe the feeling of being overwhelmed, isolated, and helpless, with thoughts racing through the mind, and an intense fear of the unknown.
Overall, Jan A.P. Kaczmarek's "The Attack" is a poignant and insightful portrayal of the experience of panic attacks, bringing awareness to an often-overlooked mental health condition.
Line by Line Meaning
All these voices sound like a crowd
The overwhelming amount of thoughts in my head feel like they are all talking at once.
Alone in the dark, but it's still too loud
Even when I'm alone in a quiet room, my thoughts still feel like they are too loud and overwhelming.
All by myself, no one's around
I feel completely isolated with my thoughts and there is no one to help me.
'Cause I can't shut it off, 'cause I don't know how
I am unable to stop my rapid, racing thoughts and I don't know how to calm down.
50 million thoughts runnin' through my brain
My mind is so cluttered with thoughts, it feels like there are 50 million running through my head at the same time.
I try to stay calm and I try to maintain
I am attempting to stay calm and in control but it's a struggle.
It don't make sense so I can't explain
My thoughts are so jumbled and senseless that I can't put them into words.
I think a brother like me is goin' insane
I feel like I'm losing my mind and going crazy.
It's a panic attack, it's a panic attack
The intense and overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety has triggered a panic attack.
No time to react before your mind's collapsed
The panic attack hits so suddenly that there is no time to react before it completely takes over.
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
My mind has been taken over by the intense feelings of fear and anxiety, and I can't control my thoughts and emotions.
Gonna run out of time before your mind reacts
The panic attack is so intense and fast-paced that it feels like there won't be enough time to recover before it's over.
And today, I'm movin' on and on, on and on
Despite the intense panic attack, I am trying to move forward with my day and push through it.
The way I'm feelin' is so good so far
Despite the current panic attack, I am feeling relatively good up until this moment.
But this won't last too long, too long, long, long
I know that this feeling of calm won't last for very long and the panic attack will soon take over.
Right when I get it, then it's gone, gone, gone, gone, gone
The brief moments of calm always seem to disappear quickly and are immediately followed by the intense panic again.
Today, I'm movin' on
Despite the panic attack, I am still trying to move forward with my day and not let it completely take over.
Infected telep' with the mental hijack
My mind and thoughts have been completely taken over by the panic attack and I am unable to control them.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Jason Merris Bell, Jordan Rand Miller, Marcos Curiel, Sonny Sandoval, Traa Daniels, Wub Bernardo
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