After their first two record deals, the band eventually had an identity crisis, “We had bad promotion, a bad record release—bad everything,” recalls Congé. And without ever really taking off, they crashed—and out of those ashes rose the band Savages, which was the brainchild of guitarist Gemma Thompson, who played with John and Jehn. Jehnny became their lead singer, and Johnny stayed on as their producer; with his darkly quiet sound as a solo artist was integral to the band’s development.
Although still together, and not officially defunct as John & Jehn, both spend most of their current time on their other projects.
20 L 07
John & Jehn Lyrics
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My sweetest friend said
Love should be full of suspense
He offered flowers and a night in a hotel
That′s the kind of love
We're both gonna share
John Johnny
Is waiting for my call a night in spring
Windows open he can hear the train
When the phone suddenly rang
20 is for your age
L is for you, love
7 for heaven, 20L07
20 is for your age
L is for you, love
7 for heaven, 20L07
So Johnny, my husband
Proposed to me a life full of suspense
He offered a thousands of flowers
Roses and daffodils
Roses and daffodils
Roses and daffodils
Roses and daffodils
Roses and daffodils
20 is for your age
L is for you, love
7 for heaven, 20L07
20 is for your age
L is for you, love
7 for heaven, 20L07
20 is for your age
L is for you, love
7 for heaven, 20L07
John, Johnny, Johnny, Johnny...
20 is for your age
L is for you, love
7 for heaven, 20L07
In the song "20 L 07" by John & Jehn, the lyrics revolve around a story of love and suspense. The singer, who refers to their loved one as "John Johnny," recalls how their friend advised them that love should be filled with excitement and anticipation. John Johnny offers flowers and a night in a hotel, symbolizing the kind of thrilling love they both desire.
The lyrics also mention how John Johnny patiently waits for the singer's call on a spring night, with open windows allowing the sound of passing trains to permeate their surroundings. However, the calmness is suddenly disrupted by the ringing phone, injecting a sense of tension into the narrative.
Later in the song, it is revealed that John Johnny is now the singer's husband. He proposes a life filled with suspense and offers thousands of flowers, specifically roses and daffodils. The repetition of "Roses and daffodils" could signify the beauty and fragility of their love.
The recurring line "20 is for your age, L is for you, love, 7 for heaven, 20L07" serves as a symbolic representation of the significance of the relationship. The numbers combine to create a code that represents their connection, with 20 representing age, L representing love, and 7 symbolizing heaven.
Overall, the lyrics of "20 L 07" explore the desire for an exciting and mysterious love, portrayed through the relationship between the singer and John Johnny.
Line by Line Meaning
John Johnny
Addressing someone named John Johnny
My sweetest friend said
A close friend of mine once told me
Love should be full of suspense
Love should be exciting and unpredictable
He offered flowers and a night in a hotel
He gave me flowers and the promise of a special night at a hotel
That's the kind of love
That's the type of love
We're both gonna share
We will share together
My dearest friend
A beloved friend
Is waiting for my call a night in spring
Is eagerly anticipating my phone call one night in spring
Windows open he can hear the train
His windows are open and he can hear the sound of a passing train
When the phone suddenly rang
At that moment, the phone suddenly started ringing
20 is for your age
The number 20 represents your age
L is for you, love
The letter L represents you and love
7 for heaven, 20L07
The number 7 symbolizes heaven, creating the combination 20L07
So Johnny, my husband
Therefore, Johnny, my spouse
Proposed to me a life full of suspense
Suggested to me a life filled with excitement and unpredictability
He offered a thousands of flowers
He presented me with countless flowers
Roses and daffodils
Specifically, roses and daffodils
20 is for your age
The number 20 represents your age
L is for you, love
The letter L represents you and love
7 for heaven, 20L07
The number 7 symbolizes heaven, creating the combination 20L07
20 is for your age
The number 20 represents your age
L is for you, love
The letter L represents you and love
7 for heaven, 20L07
The number 7 symbolizes heaven, creating the combination 20L07
20 is for your age
The number 20 represents your age
L is for you, love
The letter L represents you and love
7 for heaven, 20L07
The number 7 symbolizes heaven, creating the combination 20L07
John, Johnny, Johnny, Johnny...
Repeating the names John and Johnny
20 is for your age
The number 20 represents your age
L is for you, love
The letter L represents you and love
7 for heaven, 20L07
The number 7 symbolizes heaven, creating the combination 20L07
Writer(s): Camille Berthomier, Nicolas Conge
Contributed by Liliana H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@pascalfety6681
Je vous ai retrouvé , merci youtube .... jehnny beth je t'adore , grande artiste éclectique
@monsieurpointmort
I discovered this song with my girlfriend. We used to listen it together. We won't do it anymore. Amazing song..
@AcsMtz
jizas, i am still listening to this.
@reiglanaught
Just discovered this band today as I was on a Hallowe'en search. Who says the French don't make great music huh? Fantastic - so exciting!
@lynseyyan
aw im lovin these dudes ... sweetest song ive heard in a long while
@friendoflola
love this song and video love this band since yesterday :) thank you, john and jehn
@vicinidominique1412
En live ils sont terrible, Toulon 2008
@pitchikaru
Cette chanson me fascine !!
@skyemcleod1
love the chorus-so cute
@brunodelandev
whaou!! merci malik (le chanteur de moon pallas) sans qui je n'aurais pas découvert cette perle. Vivement le concert du 9 juin à la maro