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.
I Can See You
John & Jehn Lyrics
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That's the only kind that means a thing to me. (Ah-Pow-Pow)
Don't want a love you have to tell me about. (Ah-Pow-Pow)
That kind of loving I can sure do without. (I can sure do without)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
I want a love I can feel. (Doo-Doo)
Don't want to be quoted by something I heard now. (Doo-Doo)
'Cause baby action speaks louder than words. (Ah, louder than words)
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I want a love that's mine. (I want a love, that's mine)
In the rain or in sun, sun, sunshine. (I want a love, that's mine)
A love to keep warm when it's cold. (I want a love, that's mine)
The kind of love that will never grow old. (Never grow old)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, oh-uh-huh
(Don't you know I want a love)
(Why don't you know I want a love)
(Why don't you know I want a love)
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Want a love I can see. (I wanna love I can see)
The kind of love you can give to me. (Give to me)
The kind of kisses to make, make me melt. (Ooo, make me melt)
The kind of love that can really be felt, now. (Really be felt)
Yeah, yeah, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby... I
Yeah, I want her love now.
The kind of love that can be felt.
Uh-huh. Yeah
Yeah, yeah, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby... I
Yeah
No I, I, I, I... I wanna love her.
Uh-huh. Yeah
In John & Jehn's song "I Can See You," the lyrics express a desire for a tangible and genuine love experience. The repetition of "I want a love I can see" emphasizes the longing for a love that is visible and real, rather than abstract or intangible. The lyrics suggest that a love that needs to be explained or talked about is not satisfying or fulfilling. Instead, the singer desires a love that can be felt, one that is based on actions rather than mere words.
The lyrics also highlight the importance of authenticity and intimacy in love. The lines "Don't want to be quoted by something I heard now / 'Cause baby action speaks louder than words" evoke the need for actions to back up the words of love. The singer craves a love that is demonstrated through gestures, physical touch, and genuine connection. The desire for a love that is long-lasting and enduring is also evident in the lyrics, as the singer yearns for a love that will never grow old.
Line by Line Meaning
I want a love I can see. (Ah-Pow-Pow)
I desire a love that is tangible and visible.
That's the only kind that means a thing to me. (Ah-Pow-Pow)
This is the only type of love that holds significance for me.
Don't want a love you have to tell me about. (Ah-Pow-Pow)
I do not want to rely on words or hearsay to understand the love.
That kind of loving I can sure do without. (I can sure do without)
I can definitely live without that kind of affection.
I want a love I can feel. (Doo-Doo)
I crave an emotional connection in love.
That's the only kind of loving I think it's real. (Doo-Doo)
This is the only type of affection that I believe is genuine.
Don't want to be quoted by something I heard now. (Doo-Doo)
I do not want my understanding of love based on rumors or second-hand information.
'Cause baby action speaks louder than words. (Ah, louder than words)
Because actions have a stronger impact than mere words in expressing love.
I want a love that's mine. (I want a love, that's mine)
I desire a love that is exclusively mine.
In the rain or in sun, sun, sunshine. (I want a love, that's mine)
No matter the circumstances, I want a love that belongs to me.
A love to keep warm when it's cold. (I want a love, that's mine)
I long for a love that provides comfort and warmth during difficult times.
The kind of love that will never grow old. (Never grow old)
I seek a love that remains timeless and everlasting.
Want a love I can see. (I wanna love I can see)
I yearn for a love that is visible and evident.
The kind of love you can give to me. (Give to me)
I want the kind of love that you are capable of giving.
The kind of kisses to make, make me melt. (Ooo, make me melt)
I desire affectionate gestures like kisses that can evoke intense emotions.
The kind of love that can really be felt, now. (Really be felt)
I am looking for a love that is truly experienced and sensed.
Yeah, I want her love now.
Yes, I currently crave her affection.
The kind of love that can be felt.
I desire a love that is tangible and emotionally impactful.
Uh-huh. Yeah
Expressing affirmation and agreement.
No I, I, I, I... I wanna love her.
It's not about me, I want to love her.
Uh-huh. Yeah
Expressing affirmation and agreement.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SMOKEY ROBINSON, WILLIAM ROBINSON JR.
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