The Story of Jer

Prologue:

Jer Coons grew up in Vermont, a sm… Read Full Bio ↴The Story of Jer

Prologue:

Jer Coons grew up in Vermont, a small rural state that did not have television until 2004 (or internet until 2008 … hoping to get high speed this year). In 2000, at age 11, an impressionable young Jer went to visit his cousins and saw something on their “picture box” that would change his life forever. That of course was the MTV music video for “Bye Bye Bye” from ‘N Sync’s platinum selling album, “No Strings Attached.”

Was it Justin Timberlake’s piercing brown eyes? Or Lance Bass’ frosted tips? Maybe it was the group’s dazzling dance moves? One thing is for sure, after seeing “Bye Bye Bye,” Jer Coons knew he had to be a musician.

Story:

For the next eight years, following his first ‘N SYNC experience (a time now simply referred to as the revelation), Jer went through various phases of self-exploration. For a time he studied Scientology under Tom Cruise (also an ‘N Sync fan), spent many days contemplating Freud, watched the Jersey shore, learned guitar, dated some girls and eventually found himself with enough songs to record an album in 2009.

That album, Speak, dropped last fall, and you may have heard his song “Legs” when your iPod broke and you had to listen to the radio. It is also possible that you heard it while buying some fresh digs at Hollister, grabbing some fresh produce at various chain supermarkets, picking out some fresh paint at Home Depot, purchasing some non-expired (hopefully fresh) contraceptives in CVS pharmacy, taking a nap on a comfy mattress at Big Lots or even while eating The Endless Lunch for only $6.99 at T.G.I. Fridays. Basically, the only way you could have not heard “Legs,” is if you shop at Whole Foods or Lowes.

Today, Jer and his live performances are superior to virtually all singer-songwriters for one important reason:

• Most singer-songwriters suck. Especially the ones pushing middle age who have seen no real success and now hang by a thread shopping at Urban Outfitters in an attempt to look ten years younger.

Armed with drop dead catchy melodies, boyish good looks and a charm equal to or greater than Paris Hilton, Jer could wear pleated pants from Eddie Bauer and still look good.

Epilogue:

Jer often receives comparisons to many singer-songwriters and performers. Before jumping to any conclusions, take a look at these facts:

Ke$ha
Similarities: Jer and Ke$ha both like to wear Zebra print cat suits.
Differences: Jer brushes his teeth with Crest (plus added whitening), not Jack Daniels.

Jason Mraz
Similarities: They both have a huge vocal range and can sing many words in a short amount of time with few pauses
Differences: Guys actually listen to Jer Coons

Justin Bieber
Similarities: Jer is from Vermont, which many highly educated people still think is a part of Canada (which of course is where Justin Bieber is from).
Differences: Jer’s voice improved after puberty.

Taylor Swift
Similarities:They are both young, tall, thin, attractive singer-songwriters with blondish hair (Jer’s gets blonder in the summer).
Differences:Jer was cheer captain (Taylor was on the bleachers).

Lil Wayne
Similarities: Growing up, both Jer Coons and Lil Wayne spent time in “time out.”
Differences: Jer Coons has never spent time in prison.

Howie Day
Similarities: Both play killer live shows with full bands, or solo acoustic with loop pedals.
Differences: When Jer gets a tour bus, he won’t lock any fans in its bathroom.
Also, Jer has never been addicted to heroin, gone to rehab or dated Brittany Spears in rehab.

John Mayer
John Mayer is probably better than Jer Coons.

Bono
Similarities: Jer can count in Spanish.
Differences: Jer’s real name is good enough to be his performance name unlike Paul David Hewson.

Damien Rice
Similarities: Jer has traces of Irish in him.
Differences: You don’t need Zoloft to listen to Jer.

Kanye West
Similarities: Kanye now tries to sing, which we can only assume is because he wants to be like Jer.
Differences: Jer is totally modest.

I Want You Back
Jer Coons Lyrics

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When I had you to myself
I didn't want you around
Those pretty faces always made you
Stand out in a crowd
Someone picked you from the bunch
One glance was all it took
Now it's much too late for me
To take a second look

Oh baby, give me one more chance
To show you that I love you
Won't you please take me
Back in your heart
And oh, darling, I was blind to let you go
Let you go, baby
Now when I see you in his arms
I want you back
Oh oh, baby
I want you back
Oh now, darling
I want you back
Oh oh, baby
I want you back
Oh now, darling

Trying to live without your love
Is one long sleepless night
Let me show you, girl
That I know wrong from right
Every street you walked on
I leave tear stains on the ground
Following the girl
I didn't even want around

Oh baby, give me one more chance
To show you that I love you
Won't you please take me
Back in your heart
Oh darling, I was blind to let you go
Let you go, baby
Now when I see you in his arms
I want you back
Oh oh, baby
I want you back
Oh now, darling
I want you back
Oh oh, baby
I want you back
Oh now, darling

Oh baby, give me one more chance
To show you that I love you
Won't you please take me
Back in your heart
Oh darling, I was blind to let you go
Let you go, baby
Now when I see you in his arms
I want you back
Oh oh, baby
I want you back
Oh now, darling
I want you back
Oh oh, baby

I want you back
Oh now, darling

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jer Coons's "I Want You Back" speak about regret and longing for a lost love. The singer admits that when they were together, they took their partner for granted and didn't appreciate them. They allowed other people's opinions to influence their feelings instead of seeing their partner's worth. Now that they have lost their love, they are experiencing suffering and insomnia. The singer is begging for a second chance to prove their love and to undo the mistake of letting go of the person they truly love.

This song is relatable to anyone who has lost a love that they didn't appreciate when they had it. It is a reminder to cherish what we have before it is too late. Additionally, the song has a catchy and upbeat melody that contrasts with the lyrics, emphasizing the singer's desperate and sorrowful plea for their love.

Line by Line Meaning

When I had you to myself
During the time when I had exclusive access to you

I didn't want you around
I didn't appreciate your presence

Those pretty faces always made you
The attention you received from others

Stand out in a crowd
Made you noticeable among other people

Someone picked you from the bunch
Someone else won your heart

One glance was all it took
They fell in love with you immediately

Now it's much too late for me
The opportunity to win you back has passed

To take a second look
To reconsider my feelings for you

Trying to live without your love
Living without your affection is unbearable

Is one long sleepless night
A never-ending nightmarish experience

Let me show you, girl
Allow me to demonstrate