Johnston's role in WWE was providing the soundtrack for WWE programming, in addition to providing musical content for WWE's large output of video games, website content and entrance themes for WWE Superstars and Divas. Johnston achieved fame for producing many of the memorable entrance theme songs for the WWE Superstars, including the likes of The Undertaker, The Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Mr. McMahon amongst hundreds of other superstars, many of which have been released on commercial albums and through iTunes. In 2014, CFO$ took over responsibility for creating entrance themes and musical content for WWE's television output. This was done at the request of WWE Music Group GM Neil Lawi, who wanted to utilize the existing working relationship he had with John Alicastro and Michael Lauri. This meant a forced reduction in Johnston's input into creating new superstar entrance themes after that date.
Beyond Superstars entrance themes, Johnston composed music for the majority of WWE's pay-per-views and television productions, including show themes, music videos, vignettes, commercials, and tributes. He likens his work to that of scoring a live action movie, "A standard scenario is we get a call from our executive producer: 'We've got a new guy coming', or 'He's breaking out of a tag team and he needs music'. It's like scoring for a movie: is he a good guy or a bad guy? Is he light and svelte and quick-moving, which dictates a fast tempo, or is he a big plodding kind of a guy, in which case you need a big, heavy, the-wrath-of-God-is-coming-upon-us sound?"
Johnston has also scored several film projects for WWE's film division WWE Studios, these include The Chaperone, That's What I Am, and The Reunion. He also provided music for other WWE-affiliated products including the World Bodybuilding Federation and the XFL. He is known for writing, composing and producing all his compositions alone, in addition to playing all instruments. He occasionally recruited outside vocalists or additional musicians to contribute when the piece required, and often preferred to bring in unsigned bands and new artists to provide vocals. In 2008, Johnston publicly expressed his frustration to Billboard at the inability of WWE to secure better promotional deals with artists due to a lack of understanding of the WWE product. He said, "One of my frustrations is getting the word out about just how much music is used in our product. The labels will stumble over themselves to get on MTV, but no one's watching MTV". Conversely, WWE and Johnston have been responsible for helping to fuel a surge in sales for associated acts such as Fuel, Shinedown and Motörhead through their use in WWE productions.
It's a New Day
Jim Johnston Lyrics
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It's a new generation (It's a new generation)
It's a new day (It's a new day)
Now we never look back
No we're never looking back
Don't you ever tell us "No"
Don't you tell us where to go
They will pay more
It's our legacy
Every time I feel the past
It's always there but it can't last
Came today to find our place in time (You can't feel time is on your side)
Every day I watch the sun
Rise and fall on everyone
But today I wake and make tomorrow mine
It's a new day (It's a new day)
It's a new generation (It's a new generation)
It's a new day (It's a new day)
Now we never look back
No we're never looking back
Don't you ever tell us "No"
Don't you tell us where to go
Don't ever tell us who to be
They will pay more
It's our legacy
It's a new day (It's a new day)
It's a new generation (It's a new generation)
It's a new day (It's a new day)
Now we never look back
No we're never looking back
Don't you ever tell us "No"
Don't you tell us who to be
It's our legacy
The song "It's A New Day" is an anthem that speaks to the idea of starting fresh with a positive outlook on the world around us. The repeating chorus "It's a new day, it's a new generation" emphasizes the idea that the world is constantly evolving and changing, and that we have the power to shape our own legacy. The lyrics encourage the listener to be bold and make their own decisions without being influenced by others. The lines "Don't you ever tell us 'No,' Don't you tell us where to go" and "Don't ever tell us who to be, They will pay more, It's our legacy" suggest that sticking to your own instincts and beliefs will lead to success and create a lasting impact. The song also touches on the concept of time and the importance of making the most of every day. The lines "Every time I feel the past, It's always there but it can't last, Came today to find our place in time" suggest that while the past is an important part of our identity, it is ultimately up to us to create our own story and make the most out of the present.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a new day
Today is a fresh start and a new opportunity to make something great happen.
It's a new generation
The people and culture of today are different from those of the past, and we are ready to take on the world in our own unique way.
Now we never look back
We are not dwelling on the past, but instead are focused on moving forward and making the most of each day.
No we're never looking back
Our gaze is firmly fixed on the future, and we are determined to keep pushing forward no matter what obstacles come our way.
Don't you ever tell us "No"
We won't stand for anyone telling us that we can't achieve our dreams or be who we want to be.
Don't you tell us where to go
We believe in our own ability to make decisions about where we should be heading in life, and we won't let anyone else dictate our path.
Don't ever tell us who to be
We have our own unique identities and personalities, and we won't let anyone try to change that or tell us how to act or think.
They will pay more
Those who doubted us or held us back in the past will soon realize the mistake they made and the potential they missed out on.
It's our legacy
We are building something that will last long after we are gone, and we take pride in the mark that we are leaving on the world.
Every time I feel the past
Sometimes memories of the past creep up on us, but we know that it's important to keep moving forward and not get stuck in the past.
It's always there but it can't last
The past may always be a part of us, but we won't let it hold us back or define our future.
Came today to find our place in time (You can't feel time is on your side)
We are aware that time is short and that we need to make the most of each day in order to find our true purpose and leave our mark on the world.
Every day I watch the sun
Each new day brings new opportunities and a chance to start fresh.
Rise and fall on everyone
The sun rises and sets for all of us, no matter who we are or where we come from.
But today I wake and make tomorrow mine
We are taking charge of our own destiny and making sure that tomorrow is a day that we can look forward to with pride and excitement.
Writer(s): James A Johnston
Contributed by Jeremiah H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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It's a new day, yes it is!
Oh oh oh oh oh oh ohhhhh...
Stop looking for who you gotta pay
Let it go, it's not worth the pain
Give the world a fresh coat of paint
Looking in the mirror at who you got to change
Get back on the right road
On the right track, on the right flow
Paint a picture that we all know
Can't keep it back, gotta let it all go
The time is now, the moment is here
Get rid of your fears, no time for the tears
because we gonna make it
The future is ours, cuz we got the power
in the palm of our hands, given the chance
You know you gotta take it
And when it seems everything's wrong and the pressure is on
That's when it's time to be strong
Just look in the mirror and wipe your face
Step up to the plate, cuz it's time to be great
So c'mon and embrace the new day
C'mon and live life a new way
Don't stop til you reach the top
And while them haters keep hating, you'll be winning the race!
Oh oh oh oh oh oh ohhhhh...
Oh oh oh oh oh oh ohhhhh...
It's a new day, a new way of living
You see it and want it, you believe you can get it
Open your eyes and see your dreams in the distance
No more hoping and wishin'
We are the privileged
Through faith all things are possible
and with the power inside, ain't no stopping you
We won't hesitate to fight for a better day
Until we inevitably claim our victory
No more time for depression and stressin'
Repair despair with the power of blessin'
No fear in here, we use faith as our weapon
For a new day, a new way with no half-steppin'
Stop looking for who you gotta pay
Let it go, it's not worth the pain
Give the world a fresh coat of paint
Looking in the mirror at who you got to change
Get back on the right road
On the right track, on the right flow
Paint a picture that we all know
Can't keep it back, gotta let it all go
Salman Abbas
One of the most entertaining tag teams/stables of all time.
Arnau Puig
+tom smith Greatest thing going on today.
MasterPibb
+tom smith you're not feeling the power! FEEL THE POWER OF POSITIVITY! BIG E IS YOUR UNCLE AND YO DADDY!
Big Bruh
They shouldve been tag team of the year
E
+tom smith yeah but when ratings were down they were the only ones amuzing the audience. disagree? why did they have two segments every raw for the last 2 months of 2015?
Faster Fast
I first thought a new 3MB. I was terribly wrong.
Bryce South
This theme will never get old new day forever 🦄
Zachary Black
How's that holding up? Sour?
Maximus Keene
props to big e, kofi, and xavier from taking a stereotypical preacher gimmick to one of the most entertaining tag teams ever.
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