1. Johnny Pa… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists using the name Johnny Panic.
1. Johnny Panic are a punk rock band from South London formed in 2002.
Rob Solly - Vocals & Guitar
Johnny Shock - drums
Sean Mannion - Bass & Backing vocals
Matt James - Guitar & Backing vocals.
2. Born in Arizona, raised in Florida. Johnny Panic raps and produces music and tries to get people to think about systemic political issues.
RELEASES:
Holy (2018)
Do or Die (2016)
This Time
Johnny Panic Lyrics
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This time there is no one else, this time I will be aware
Oh and this time, this time you can have it all
Empires will rise and fall, but this time I will not conform
When I call you in the middle of the night
Can you hear I'm not alright
Hear me speak of the thousand year reign that ends with whispers in a day
Oh and this time, this time watch my thoughts collide
Like the stars in the sky, my debris is seen for miles
Oh and this time, this time I'll communicate
This time it is love not hate, this time it'll be so great
When I call you in the middle of the night
Can you hear I'm not alright
Hear me speak of the thousand year reign that ends with whispers in a day
Can this dark dream be real, for tonight it's all I feel
Watch the sweat as it pierces my eyes, hope the sun can bring me to life
Oh and this time, this time I can seize the past and I know the good will last
This time I will be a match
Oh and this time, I will dream like dreams do
Turn the sky from black to blue than a thousand mile fall for you
When I call you in the middle of the night
Can you hear I'm not alright
Can this dark dream be real, for tonight it's all I feel
Watch the sweat as it pierces my eyes, hope the sun can bring me to life
And I wait and I wait and I wait and I wait and I wait
The song "This Time" by Johnny Panic is all about the idea of self-discovery and self-acceptance. The opening line sets the tone for the song, stating that "this time" the singer will be themselves, without conforming to anyone else's expectations. The message seems to be about the importance of embracing one's true self, rather than trying to be someone else just to fit in or please others. The chorus emphasizes this message by repeating the phrase "this time" and highlighting the idea that the singer is going to communicate openly, love instead of hate, and seize the past to create a better future.
The second verse of the song delves deeper into the struggles the singer is facing, suggesting that they are calling out for help in the middle of the night and experiencing intense emotions that they can't control. The reference to a "thousand year reign" that ends with whispers in a day is a powerful metaphor for the fleeting nature of power and the ultimately transient nature of all things. The singer seems to be grappling with their own mortality and the fact that everything they do in life will ultimately come to an end.
Ultimately, the song is a powerful call to action for listeners to embrace their own identities and live boldly, rather than conforming to societal norms or trying to be someone they're not. It's a message of hope and empowerment, and one that will surely resonate with anyone who has ever struggled with self-doubt or feelings of insecurity.
Line by Line Meaning
This time, this time I will be myself
I will be true to myself this time.
This time there is no one else, this time I will be aware
I won't be influenced by anyone this time and I will be fully conscious.
Oh and this time, this time you can have it all
I'm willing to give everything this time.
Empires will rise and fall, but this time I will not conform
I won't conform to societal norms this time regardless of what happens to empires.
When I call you in the middle of the night
When I feel distressed and lonely...
Can you hear I'm not alright
...can you hear that I'm struggling?
Hear me speak of the thousand year reign that ends with whispers in a day
Hear me talk about something grand that ultimately turns into nothing.
Oh and this time, this time watch my thoughts collide
This time, observe the chaos in my mind.
Like the stars in the sky, my debris is seen for miles
Like scattered debris from a collapsing star, my thoughts are everywhere and visible by all.
Oh and this time, this time I'll communicate
I'll express my feelings openly and communicate effectively this time.
This time it is love not hate, this time it'll be so great
This time, it's about love and positivity and it will be amazing.
Can this dark dream be real, for tonight it's all I feel
I wonder if this bleak scenario is actually happening because it's all I'm experiencing at the moment.
Watch the sweat as it pierces my eyes, hope the sun can bring me to life
I'm physically exhausted and emotional and I hope the new day brings new life and energy.
Oh and this time, this time I can seize the past and I know the good will last
I can learn from the past and know that the good things will endure this time.
This time I will be a match
I'll have the power and strength to overcome obstacles this time.
Oh and this time, I will dream like dreams do
This time, I'll have hopeful, fantasy-like dreams.
Turn the sky from black to blue than a thousand mile fall for you
I'll do whatever it takes, even falling a thousand miles, to make things better for you.
And I wait and I wait and I wait and I wait and I wait
I can only wait and hope for better things to come.
Contributed by Callie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.