Heart ...
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Heart ...
One of the most important things in music (and in life) is heart ... John McVey has that in spades. As a singer/songwriter, John has won national awards and thoroughly entertained audiences and listeners all over the world. His songwriting craft is recognized as among the best in the acoustic music world. His rhythmic guitar playing and soulful voice extract every possible bit of meaning from a song. Now he has added producer and engineer to his list of talents. In this realm he's as comfortable and innovative as on stage. And his heart comes through there as well.
The Artist ...
John McVey has been a performer most of his life. He's toured widely in this and several other countries. He's released two CDs. He's shared stages with Jonatha Brooke, Shawn Mullens, Ricky Lee Jones, Arlo Guthrie, Vince Gill and many more. He's won the Kerrville “New Folk” Contest and has been a finalist in every other one he entered. He's been named The National Academy of Songwriters “Artist Of The Year.” He's appeared on many TV and radio shows. He's been featured in The Performing Songwriter Magazine and reviewed (favorably!) by Rolling Stone. He's given his time and his music to national charities like Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Make A Wish, and local charities like Grand Rapids MI's God's Kitchen and Kids Food Basket programs. He is heavily influenced by The Beatles, Crosby, Stills and Nash, James Taylor, and Joni Mitchell. But also by many Motown artists, like Sly Stone, Jazz artists like Bird, Earl Klugh and Pat Matheny, and rockers like Jimi Hendrix and Van Morrison. He reads a lot. He is an art enthusiast. He loves wine.
The Producer/Engineer ...
John has recently settled in Boulder, CO. He works full time as a producer/engineer at Coupe Studios. Given that he's spent most of his life on the business end of a microphone (and still does regularly, both live and in the studio), he is now positioned perfectly to contribute to his artist clients. As a writer, he is a student of what makes a song work. As a music enthusiast, he is a student of sonic excellence. As a student of sound, he's technician and ‘gear slut.' As a player and singer, he is a student of accuracy and soulful expression. As a student of all of these things, he is able to bring his vast experience to each project in such a way as to get the most out of every performance, every instrument, and every piece of equipment. He loves his work.
The Writer ...
To find out what all the hoo-ha is about, just listen to his songs. But it doesn't end there. If you want to sell something, hire him as a commercial writer. He's written and produced commercial music for The US Ski Team, Dish Network, The Idaho Lottery, Foundation for a Better Life, and many more. In addition, he's written many songs for other artists and for many people for life events (wedding anniversaries, children, parents, etc.) that have moved their recipients beyond any other gift they could have received.
The Man ...
Heart ... that's truly the beginning and the end. John will bring it to any project, performance, event, song, recording and relationship in which he's involved. The work is important, challenging, fun and wonderful. The heart is imperative.
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
John McVey Lyrics
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I have run through the fields
Only to be with you
Only to be with you
I have run
I have crawled
I have scaled these city walls
But I still haven't found what I'm looking for
No, I still haven't found what I'm looking for
I have kissed honey lips
Felt the healing in her fingertips
It burned like fire
This burning desire
I have spoke with the tongue of angels
I have held the hand of a devil
It was warm in the night
I was cold as a stone
But I still haven't found what I'm looking for
No, I still haven't found what I'm looking for
Mm, hmm
I believe in the kingdom come
Then all the colors will bleed into one
But yes, I'm still running
You broke the bonds, you
Loosed the chains
Carried the cross of my shame
Of my shame
You know I believe it
And I still haven't found what I'm looking for
And I still haven't found what I'm looking for
And I still haven't found what I'm looking for
No, I still haven't found what I'm looking for
The lyrics of "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" by John McVey depict a search for something unattainable, despite the singer's arduous efforts. In the first verse, the singer has traversed great distances to be with their loved one, but even in their presence, they still feel unfulfilled. The second verse continues to show how they've tried everything, from experiencing physical pleasure to even dabbling with spirituality. But in the end, they still haven't found what they're looking for.
The chorus of the song, "But I still haven't found what I'm looking for," emphasizes the theme of dissatisfaction, and the repeated line carries a sense of hopelessness. The bridge of the song introduces a new element: the belief in a higher power and an impending kingdom that will unite all people. However, the singer is still running and searching, even with this belief.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a universal human experience of searching for meaning and fulfillment in life, and despite their efforts, the singer is unable to find what they're looking for. The song may resonate with listeners who have also felt a sense of dissatisfaction or a longing for something unattainable, despite their best efforts.
Line by Line Meaning
I have climbed the highest mountain
I've gone to great lengths to find what I'm looking for
I have run through the fields
I've covered a lot of ground in my search
Only to be with you
The thing I'm searching for is to be with you
Only to be with you
The thing I'm searching for is to be with you
I have run
I've made great efforts to find what I'm looking for
I have crawled
I've humbled myself to search for what I desire
I have scaled these city walls
I've gone to great heights to find what I'm looking for
Only to be with you
The thing I'm searching for is to be with you
But I still haven't found what I'm looking for
Despite my efforts, I haven't found what I'm searching for
No, I still haven't found what I'm looking for
I'm still searching for what I desire
I have kissed honey lips
I've experienced love and passion
Felt the healing in her fingertips
I've received comfort and healing from another person
It burned like fire
My passion and desire were intense
This burning desire
I have an intense desire for something
I have spoke with the tongue of angels
I have expressed myself eloquently and poetically
I have held the hand of a devil
I have experienced darkness and evil
It was warm in the night
Despite the darkness, there was a sense of comfort in that experience
I was cold as a stone
Despite the warmth, I was still unfeeling and unsatisfied
But I still haven't found what I'm looking for
Despite my experiences and efforts, I'm still searching
No, I still haven't found what I'm looking for
I'm still searching for what I desire
Mm, hmm
I believe in the kingdom come
I have faith in a better future
Then all the colors will bleed into one
The world will no longer be divided
But yes, I'm still running
But I'm still searching for what I desire
You broke the bonds, you
You have freed me from my limitations and constraints
Loosed the chains
You have removed the obstacles that were holding me back
Carried the cross of my shame
You have taken on my burdens and shame
Of my shame
The thing that was holding me back was my shame
You know I believe it
I have faith in what you've done for me
And I still haven't found what I'm looking for
Despite your help, I'm still searching for what I desire
And I still haven't found what I'm looking for
I'm still searching for what I desire
And I still haven't found what I'm looking for
Despite everything, I'm still searching for what I desire
No, I still haven't found what I'm looking for
I'm still searching for what I desire
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADAM CLAYTON, DAVE EVANS, LARRY MULLEN, PAUL DAVID HEWSON
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