For the 2008 Presidential Election, he cropped up again singing "Yes we can save the world" on Nas' 'Black President' found on Nas' deviously "Unitiled" album and the DJ Green Lantern, Russel Simmons 'Yes We Can' Mixtape.
While on tour with the, Nas, they played dates at The ROXY, The House Of Blues and the Rock The Bells Festival as well as a televised performance at BET's "Inaugural Ball" in support of that record into 2009. Also in 2009, Johnny dropped his own EP, 'Group Hug' on Invasion Records distributed by The Orchard -- then headed back in the studio for a follow up.
A teaser of his newest release came out the week before valentines day on HBO's 'How To Make It In America' mixtape hosted by Kid CuDi with the original cut of The Riot Song. CuDi states over the opening track that Johnny is "... one of the illest up and coming artists. We did a remix to this song so look for that soon."
Johnny re-emerges with his album, 'Rebel Without Applause' and an artful, stop motion music video for 'The Riot Song' that garnered wide spread online support. Guest appearances on 'Rebel Without Applause' include Kid CuDi, Amanda Diva, and Gabe Real. He makes another appearance on the Dead Prez song, NYDP off their album 'Pulse of the People' also featured on the "Brooklyn's Finest" soundtrack (From the director of Training Day, Antoine Fuqua). The movie Brooklyn's Finest hit theatres March 5, 2010.
Free tracks, leaks, news, pictures and more can be found on his official website, www.johnnyfuckinpolygon.com.
The Fall
Johnny Polygon Lyrics
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Get up
Get up
(It′s not the house that's haunted, it′s yourself)
Mind over matter
I don't mind, it don't matter
Bang bang, blood splatter
Brand new apartment, renovated, renovated
Shout out to the world, I intimidated bitches
Regret half the girls that I penetrated, penetrated
Lyrically and physically, I demonstrated
Chivalry ain′t dead, you just told it it was thirsty
Worst thing that happened to your love life was the internet
Drown your phone, read a book and get a pet
You need some r-e-s-p-e-c-t, no disrespect
I can see the future on some Cleo shit
Got these white girls goin' crazy on some PO shit
I am not the one, I′m not Neo
No-one played your game
That's why they called you Neo-Geo
Got some blow from Mexico, baby
Because I only do drugs from the 80′s
Sometimes, the fall comes first
Get up!
I am not what I am, I am a monster
People think I'm special but I′m just an impostor
I killed a man cuz he hurt my sister
He's somewhere, probably don't miss her
Fuck it! I′ll go to hell before I go to jail
I burn a bridge before I give a shit
And while I′m standing on it, I'll take a piss
Cuz I′m serious bout my craziness
Have you ever believed in something?
For no reason other than wanting
To kill that everyday normalness
That's still present, that kills legends
I think about death with every breath
Not sure what′s right, so what's left?
That′s a question, don't answer all at once
The life is in the weed and the cancer's in the blunts
Sometimes, the fall comes first
Get up!
And everyone′s responsible
(It′s not the house that's haunted, it′s yourself)
Mind over matter, guess I never mattered to you
Oh, mind over matter, guess I never mattered to you
Everyone's so predictable
Even me, Mister Despicable
Sometimes, the fall comes first
The lyrics of Johnny Polygon's "The Fall" are complex and layered, exploring themes of self-identity, substance abuse, and existential struggle. The first line, "Sometimes, the fall comes first" sets the tone for the rest of the song, suggesting that struggles and hardships can come before success or triumph. This line is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the idea that perseverance and resilience are important qualities to have.
The next few lines are a mixture of bravado and self-effacing humor. Lines like "Mind over matter, I don't mind, it don't matter" and "Got some blow from Mexico, baby / Because I only do drugs from the 80s" are examples of Johnny Polygon's wry sense of humor and willingness to poke fun at himself. However, these lines are also contrasted with darker ones, like "I killed a man cuz he hurt my sister / He's somewhere, probably don't miss her." These lyrics reveal a troubled, conflicted individual who may be grappling with feelings of guilt, pain, and regret.
The final lines of the song contrast the idea of individual struggle with a message of collective responsibility: "And everyone's responsible / (It's not the house that's haunted, it's yourself)." This line suggests that we are all responsible for our own actions, and that our past experiences and traumas can haunt us if we don't confront them. The song as a whole offers a complex reflection on life's challenges and the ways in which we can emerge from them.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes, the fall comes first
Life has its ups and downs, and sometimes the hard times come before the good
Get up!
Don't stay down when life knocks you over, get up and keep going
Get up!
Sometimes it takes multiple tries to get back up, but keep trying
(It's not the house that's haunted, it's yourself)
The things that bother us aren't always external, sometimes they come from within
Mind over matter
Your thoughts have power over your actions and emotions
I don't mind, it don't matter
I'm not worried about it, it doesn't affect me
Bang bang, blood splatter
Violence and chaos surrounds me
On my mom's new carpet
My actions have a negative impact on those around me
Brand new apartment, renovated, renovated
I've made some changes in my life, but some things are still the same
Shout out to the world, I intimidated bitches
I have a reputation for being tough and intimidating
Regret half the girls that I penetrated, penetrated
I have mixed feelings about some of the women I've been with
Lyrically and physically, I demonstrated
I've proven myself through my words and my actions
Chivalry ain't dead, you just told it it was thirsty
Chivalry and respect are still important, some people have just lost sight of that
Worst thing that happened to your love life was the internet
Technology has changed the dating world, and not always for the better
Drown your phone, read a book and get a pet
Take a break from technology and focus on other aspects of life
You need some r-e-s-p-e-c-t, no disrespect
Everyone deserves respect, but it's also important to show respect to others
I can see the future on some Cleo shit
I have a sense of what's to come, like a psychic
Got these white girls goin' crazy on some PO shit
I have an effect on people, even to the point of driving them crazy
I am not the one, I'm not Neo
I'm not the chosen one, I'm just a regular person
No-one played your game
You're not the only one with problems
That's why they called you Neo-Geo
You're not as special as you think you are
Got some blow from Mexico, baby
I use drugs, specifically those from the 80's
Because I only do drugs from the 80's
I have a preference for specific types of drugs
I am not what I am, I am a monster
I have done terrible things and can be seen as a monster
People think I'm special but I'm just an impostor
I have a reputation for being special, but it's just a persona
I killed a man cuz he hurt my sister
I've done something terrible to protect someone I care about
He's somewhere, probably don't miss her
The person I killed probably doesn't feel any remorse
Fuck it! I'll go to hell before I go to jail
I'd rather die than be punished for my actions
I burn a bridge before I give a shit
I cut ties with people who don't matter to me
And while I'm standing on it, I'll take a piss
I don't care about the consequences of my actions
Cuz I'm serious bout my craziness
I'm committed to being reckless and volatile
Have you ever believed in something?
Have you ever had a strong conviction?
For no reason other than wanting
For absolutely no logical reason
To kill that everyday normalness
To rebel against mundane, ordinary life
That's still present, that kills legends
The monotony of life can bring down even the greatest people
I think about death with every breath
Death is constantly on my mind
Not sure what's right, so what's left?
I don't have all the answers, so what do I do?
That's a question, don't answer all at once
It's a rhetorical question, I don't expect an immediate answer
The life is in the weed and the cancer's in the blunts
Marijuana can bring enjoyment to life, but it can also have negative effects on health
And everyone's responsible
Everyone has a part to play in the world around them
(It's not the house that's haunted, it's yourself)
The things that bother us aren't always external, sometimes they come from within
Guess I never mattered to you
You didn't care about me or my feelings
Everyone's so predictable
People are boring, they all act the same
Even me, Mister Despicable
Even I am not immune to being predictable and boring
Sometimes, the fall comes first
Life has its ups and downs, and sometimes the hard times come before the good
Contributed by Victoria J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Damahr
Hi Johnny, I just found your music, I realize I'm a little late to the party, however, I love your work. Please keep it up man, found you on spotify via your 'Teddy Bear Massacre, Vol 1.' album. I love it man, don't stop what you're doing, keep your heart in it, you got this.
Jeppe
This track is the only one that truly explains how I feel from time to time.
Matthew Patterson
Annoying when artists this good don't get the views they should
bulabulable
Matt Patt There's a certain comfort that comes with obscurity.
TorNatoTato
My favorite thing is to show folks artists like Johnny. Seeing people really enjoy good music that they probably never would have found otherwise is the best.
Lucas Robertson
This and Goodbye literally helped me stay alive after my mom passed last year. I fuckin owe ya more than one Johnny. Thanks man...
Fair Weather Friends
Lucas Robertson his best two
J King
Man! You are the shit! This song hit my heart so hard. I feel what you sing. Pure poetry ... You are the next big thing brother
M Hale
bravo johnny! your shit just keeps getting better. keep that shit up!!
Justin Johnson
The world’s not ready for this level of authenticity