JOHNNYSWIM is a Nashville based duo composed of Amanda Sudano and Abner Ram… Read Full Bio ↴JOHNNYSWIM is a Nashville based duo composed of Amanda Sudano and Abner Ramirez. The two began writing and singing together in the spring of 2006 and found that their similar influences of folk, soul, and rock blended together lusciously. Nashville newspaper "the Tennesean" describes JOHNNYSWIM as ,"A mix of Lauryn Hill and John Mayer." Influences are, Stevie Wonder, Johnny Cash, Thom Yorke, Coldplay, John Legend, John Mayer, Bob Dylan, Feist, Robin Thicke, Shangrala.

HEART BEATS
Johnnyswim Lyrics

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I wanna run
Where no one else can follow me
Find a calm from the wreckage
And the danger of this swelling sea
Oh-uh-oh

I'm just a girl
From dust I came and I'll return

So please don't spare your mercy
I need your love at every turn

I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
Oh-uh-oh

I wanna go
Where they tell me it's impossible
Fan the flame and walk on the water
I got Heaven locked up in these bones

Oh, I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats

I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats

I feel it coursing through my veins like fire
And I feel you coursing through my veins like fire
I feel it coursing through my veins like fire
And I feel you coursing through my veins like fire

Oh, I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats

I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time, yea every time

Oh, I'm just a girl
From dust I came and I'll return

So please don't spare your mercy
I need your love at every turn

Overall Meaning

The song "Heart Beats" by Johnnyswim opens up with the desire to find a place where one can be alone, a place where no one can follow. The singer wants to find a calmness away from the chaos, the wreckage, and the danger of a "swelling sea." She then goes on to talk about where she came from, acknowledging that she is just a girl who will eventually return to dust, pleading for mercy and love at every turn. As the song progresses, she talks about achieving the impossible and having heaven locked up in her bones. She finds solace in her heartbeats, experiencing a feeling coursing through her veins like fire, and feeling connected to someone else coursing through her like fire.

In essence, the song's lyrics explore the need to escape earthly troubles and look for something beyond the physical, for a divine calming force that flows through everything, the firelike spark we feel inside. At the same time, it showcases the human vulnerability and dependence on the power outside us.

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Line by Line Meaning

I wanna run
I want to escape my current situation

Where no one else can follow me
I want to be alone

Find a calm from the wreckage
I need peace in the midst of chaos

And the danger of this swelling sea
I need protection from harm

Oh-uh-oh
Vocalization

I'm just a girl
I am a human being

From dust I came and I'll return
I am mortal

So please don't spare your mercy
Please be kind to me

I need your love at every turn
I need your help and support constantly

I feel it when my heart beats
I am aware of my emotions

Every time my heart beats
All the time

I wanna go
I want to explore

Where they tell me it's impossible
Where others think is unreachable

Fan the flame and walk on the water
I want to overcome obstacles

I got Heaven locked up in these bones
I am filled with hope and faith

I feel it coursing through my veins like fire
I feel passion strongly

And I feel you coursing through my veins like fire
I feel a strong connection with someone else

Every time, yea every time
Every single moment

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Karla Anfoso

I wanna run
Where no one else can follow me
Find a calm from the wreckage
And the danger of this swelling sea
Oh-uh-oh

I'm just a girl
From dust I came and I'll return
So please don't spare your mercy
I need your love at every turn

I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
Oh-uh-oh

I wanna go
Where they tell me it's impossible
Fan the flame and walk on the water
I got Heaven locked up in these bones

Oh, I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats

I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats

I feel it coursing through my veins like fire
And I feel you coursing through my veins like fire
I feel it coursing through my veins like fire
And I feel you coursing through my veins like fire

Oh, I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats

I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time, yea every time

Oh, I'm just a girl
From dust I came and I'll return
So please don't spare your mercy
I need your love at every turn

Marsha Creary

Heart Beats"

[VERSE 1:]
I wanna run where no one else can follow me
Find a calm from the wreckage and the danger of this swelling sea
Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh
I'm just a girl from dust I came and I'll return
So please don't spare your mercy
I need your love at every turn

[CHORUS:]
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
I feel it when my heart beats
Every time my heart beats
Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh Ooh

[VERSE 2:]
I'm born to go where they tell me it's impossible
Fan the flame and walk on the water
I've got heaven locked up in these bones

[CHORUS 2X]

[VERSE 3:]
I feel it coursing through my veins like fire
And I
feel you coursing through my veins like fire
I feel it coursing through my veins like fire
And I
feel you coursing through my veins like fire

I FEEL IT WHEN MY HEARTS BEATS

[CHORUS]

I'm just a girl from dust I came and I'll return
So please don't spare your mercy
I need your love at every turn

All comments from YouTube:

Marcene Ogawa

1y↑6

My song for my year 38! “I’m just a girl. From dust I came and I’ll return, so please don’t spare your mercy. I need your LOVE at every turn.” Thank you A&A💗✝️👩🏾‍🦱👑

jova

1y↑14

I remember the first time I heard it all those years ago, it was so different than anything else coming out. I love them together. They're incredible

Morgan Lovejoy

2y↑23

Its so hard to believe this song is 8 years old. I feel like I'm hearing for the first time and it still makes feel like crying, even today

Ti Kinlock

Will never get old

derek diana johnson

2y↑7

all these years later and this song still holds up it's incredibly underrated <3

Joy Mechell

5y↑40

2019 and this song is still underrated , chills still run through my veins, and I can still feel it ( the nostalgia) when my heart beats . Take me back to simpler times , when I thought trying to turn the tv down low enough so my parents wouldn't hear me and my sister listening to VH1 playing while we got dressed for school .

LaNeise Coles

5y↑1

Joy Mechell forreeeaaaal girl

Key

3y↑6

Been singing this all day. Pops into my head every few years. Something about "I'm just a girl from dust I came and I'll return," just gets to me. We only here for a moment of time. Don't hold back on anything I want the full effect.

Andrew Barella

11y↑15

I feel Jesus when my heart beats! Thank you for a song that has moved my heart!!!! You two are seriously the most talented duo/couple/band/Jesus lovers I have ever had the privilege of hearing! Amazing video it was worth the wait:) May God keep blessing you!

Mecctacular

11y↑5

They are one the best looking married couples in music... and one of the most talented. Those voices are breathtaking!

Jazmin C

11y

There voices are both amazing , this song is something fresh and new , it's something we needed in the music bussness

Ti Kinlock

2y↑1

I love this song. Never gets old.

LaBelleObamafan4life

10y↑78

Donna Summer, thank you for giving birth to Amanda Sudano-Ramirez. You definitely passed down some of your powerful vocal talent to her. She met her wonderful husband & now they are singing together making you proud up there in heaven. I know you are their GUARDIAN ANGEL.

Jaila Felts

5y↑2

LaBelleObamafan4life Exactly

Janath

LaBelleObamafan4life I too agree with your view. I am a fan of late Ms. Donna Summer. Sorry about the late comment.

Nasiha Rose

11y↑1

Fell in love with this song after hearing it on vh1! I wasn't initially paying attention to the TV, but when this song came on I was immediately captivated by your voices, chemistry, & song lyrics! Had to look you both up! Love it!

Brianna Rios

11y

This is such a wonderful song. Being an artist i really can appreciate the subtle pain in her voice.

Gary Kelly

11y↑2

I think I figured out the message to this song. I think it's their plea to God, wanting more of Him. This is such a beautiful song. Both of them have ridiculously amazing voices. This is the way a husband and a wife are supposed to be united: putting God first, and everything else falling into place :]

Young Shark

9y↑332

Who else thinks this song should have millions of views.

Gothstav

9y↑3

I do it's amazing

jhopes rebornnursery

8y↑3

This definitely should have a few million. People are missing out.

Jyoti Verma

8y↑2

It's inching closer to a million

eh

7y↑3

Young Shark We've finally made it past a million.

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SaneOne96

10y↑43

Every time I play this song I feel it coursing through my veins like fire.

Arianna Mireya

lol

Judaah

One of the best songs ever created 🔥❤💯

Kara Says

Let me just say as an aspiring producer, singer, etc. This song is literally powerful. When I had extreme Vertigo I couldnt sleep let alone move. And I couldnt play any other artist except Piano or Guitar instrumentals but this song was the only song I could actually fall asleep to. And to know this was written in response to finding out my Role Model Donna Summer was diagnosed with cancer just makes me feel closer to her. Specifically, since Amanda is her daughter and Abner her son-n-law. Great job Johnny Swim. If you can listen to my snippet of not finding another woman like Donna Summer on soundcloud and other songs various genres there. I would appreciate it or anyone who's interested. https://soundcloud.com/kar_free/cant-find-her-donna-freestyle

Mel

11y

Wow.. I love this song. It's soo peaceful. I really hope no one disturbs it. Nothing better than real positive music in the video and in lyrics:)

LANIE

11y

this is one if the greatest songs ive heard in a long long time. Johnnyswim are an amazing group of people

Lise Rene

5y↑3

This will forever and always be one of my most favorite songs...not just of yours, but of any. Pure magic. ❤️

Brent Campbell

11y

Thank God for you two. Bringing art back to a generation that has turned music into the epitome of "easy listening". Love you guys! Such an inspiration!

AJbara

Just saw them in concert oooooh WE WERE NOT DISAPPOINTED. They sound just as amazing in person and of course he is my pretend boyfriend (sorry Amanda). The performance was personal, a couple of surprises. We had in AWESOME spot (side stage). I can't speak on their voices enough. Amazing

jakey reppeto

11y↑6

Whoever wrote this song, wow. Beautiful. Johnnyswim, one of the best groups ever assembled! You go guys!

Brittany R

11y

This song is so beautiful I thankfully walked in on my mom watching Hollywood exes and heard it. Their voices are so prefect together

ashley

11y

Finally something different from all the shitty sounds people call music nowadays, this truly saved me, this is just perfect omg. The lyrics are just ❤❤❤

Laura Calligan

2y↑2

Love this masterpiece

Victoria

11y↑6

I love this song. This is definitely my type of music, I am really lookong forward to what these two beautiful people create

Scottwilkie18

5y↑3

Abners part sends chills and he delivered it with such passion

Karla Anfoso

Ash Fortin

11y

You two are so talented. I saw you at Bonnaroo and I had no idea who you were before that. Now I can't get enough. You're chemistry is beautiful and I can't wait to keep hearing new music from you two.

LEAH GIBBS

11y

BEAUTIFUL SONG...I'M COMPLETELY IN TUNE WITH BOTH THE LYRICS AND THE MELODY!!! #ThisIsWhatIcallREALmusic

Dorian Winters

11y

This song haunts my soul and I love every second of it.

Sabrina Ball

11y

Astonishingly and involuntarily in love with this song. And by calling it just a song, I am doing it the worst injustice!

Keith Howard

11y

You two just get better with each release. Congratulations, I'll be adding this to my collection!

Jessie J-R

11y

What a breath of fresh air, its just honest music so organic. Great album!

Loyda L

Just amazing. Nothing else can describe how much I love this song and this duo.

kathryn5790

11y

Amazing talent, this is what music should sound like. Even better that try are married it just adds to the soul and emotion of their voices. Best kept secret (;

behindthecurtaintv

11y

wow. a little feel of The Civil Wars and shades of Adele's phrasing combined in a beautiful mix of something fresh & unique on the scene. Thank you. Love the song, love the instrumentation, and their combined voices w/ this storytelling concept does it all justice. very nice.

BeautifullyBlessed❤

11y

Please continue to make this beautiful music. It's inspiring.

Toni

11y

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS SONG.. Saw it on VH1+. This is an AMAZING song.. I have it on repeat! && I love the video, its goes so chillingly well with the song. Omg, amazing!

princessk1980

11y

I love y'all more and more as time passes!!!! Keep writing great music and come back to Jax ASAP.

Ashley Larios

11y

I love the video and the song! So much you guys are amazing !

Deborah Metts

2y↑1

This song is still my SH##!!!! I remember watching them perform this live, front row.. I had NO IDEA who they were then but I haven't looked back since🤎🤎🤎

Kimberly Rising

11y

The music and the imagery are filled with emotion. Just beautiful through and through. Love it.

Marsha Creary

Adam AJ Tolliver

11y↑1

This song shows real music is still very much alive

Jess

11y

Amazing gorgeous awesome beautiful,these words don't even come close to how great this song!! Keep up the great work guys

Wes Harrison Films

10y↑11

Wonderful performance Abner and Amanda. Once again a prime example of God given talent. It's so refreshing to see young people " our generation" putting out unique, an yet wholesome music! There is such a purity, an peace in your soulful music. It's folk touch, with blues an pop are brilliant. So proud of you two! And to Anthony who shot this video, congratulations! Very smooth, an beautiful cinema photography. All of this just it's own breed, and so happy to see johnnyswim coming to life!
Jeremiah 29:11-13

darnesha robinson

11y

this song make me feel so alive and goose bumps o yea i get them her voice is so rich and different i love it they are a great couple and compliment each well this is my favorite song thanks to VH1 i have to listen to its at least every 2 hours to keep me going !!!!!!

Mathilde

9y↑1

Love your music, guys!! It's beautiful and cheerful !
"Heart beat" is one of my favorite song now! :)

LibbyFreedom Minzo

10y

I cherish this song , they have this undeniable affection for each other..infinite

Goldie Rem

11y

its about time when people true talent speaks for its self. this song touches my soul I heard it on love and hip hop goggle you guys and been listening to it and passing your song on wish you the guys the best

Jazzy Tingz

11y

you guys are amazing, i love your songs. your awesome in church and out god bless with love

Concious Grein

Their music is harmony, balance, life, deserves a million and beyond, love love love love this beautiful duo

Dan Zena

As a Puerto Rican/Latino, I like seeing us Latinos make different type of music other than raggaeton, trap, hip-hop and us being noticed for that in the music industry. Its cool to see us showcase our talents in different genres of music. Not trying to make it about just only us latinos, as music is for everyone, of course. So I'm not trying to exclude us but I'm just saying, its cool to see fellow Latinos make amazing music in other genres.

Stefanie Richardson

11y

I LOVE THIS SONG!!!! I can't stop listening to it.

Roxy Rox

3y↑1

Took me all day to remember the name of this song. I remembered the video so vividly. Such a timeless song!!!

Ashley Booker

11y

LOVE IT! LOVE YOU GUYS! You two were born for this!

ebonye76

11y

Just saw them live. They were perfect!

moved to incudoll

11y

Ever since I heard this song on Vh1..I just became so obsessed with this song..I play this every single day...now this is music.

TheBtrim

11y↑2

Amazing, I love the fact that this song reflects the love that you two have for one another. I watched all of your vids and have been to a few of your shows. This song directly reflects the chemistry that is apparent on stage, and the deep fufilling love that is remembered with each heartbeat. Great work, and beautiful song. I cant wait for more.

htowngurl17

7y↑34

This song is still🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 should have more views than it does their voices are so beautiful

prepboymusik

11y

Damn this is an amazingly great song, grammy potential. Ive just became an instant fan

arianna skye

11y

I love both voices!

JdScribner

11y↑1

Love this song!!!

Jordi Lopez

11y

Flawless and chic! It deserves full media exposure, Your sound is so fresh.... :))

Minimah Billings

8y↑12

I adore this song!!!
I first saw them in concert Christmas before last. They were amazing and charismatic. I first heard them on the movie soundtrack for Unconditional (such a beautiful movie). Amanda and Abner have been married for several years now and their baby boy is adorable. BTW: Amanda is one of the daughters of the late Donna Summers. #InterracialMarriages #Love #Music #Life

JASMiiNE0708

11y

Absolutely amazing lyrics & video! Loved it!

Diahnet Santos

11y↑5

BEAUTIFUL, this is music right here. Both of them sing AMAZING. "I'm just a girl from dust I came and I'll return so please don't spare Your mercy I need Your love at every turn" UGH BEAUTIFUL and the guy's part AMAZING I kept rewinding back to it. This is art!!!! I just bought the EP! GO GET IT! Best $5 I've spent.

Jasmine M.

11y

I am in love with this duo. Amazing music.

NATASHA ALETH

11y

loving this song!! what a beautiful duo u guyszz are AWESOME...

TallDocK

11y

Reminds me of the golden age of videos during the 80's to early 90's. Back when MTV meant MUSIC!!!! And they had some. Great song and visuals. Much success.

Erica Minta

They are so beautiful and amazing !!!! I have been listening to this song for years , I never stop .

Rocío

11y↑1

Absolutely love this song

Timothy Makeups

10y↑39

never gets old.

DockworthyDame

46w↑2

They are beautiful together, in every way

Dee Cee

11y

Oh my goodness this is BEAUTIFUL! Such an amazing song

Aaron Deel

Just made it to my "Favorites" list!!!! Incredible voices!

Sabina Demidovich

11y

You two are an amazing inspiration, love you both! <3

Stanley Johnson

10y

This song should have more views it's amazing

kaleb7895

10y

Amazing talent!!! This song touches the soul, very powerful. <3

TheMekaBunnie

11y

Their voices are such a great pair. It's perfect! Keep it up you two. ♥

V Nese

11y

Love love love it! Amazing song!

Jordene Lewin

11y↑1

this songs is amazing and the video is amazing so congrats to johnnyswim for givin us the best of both worlds

Kori Majhor

11y

First heard this song on Hollywood Exes......I love that show, because they display great new artist. This song makes me STOP and look around trying to understand the life I'm living. ITS ok if it gets messy!

K Walton

10y

Awesomeness, love their music!!!

Renee Brown

11y↑2

Thank you Donna Summer for giving us you daughter and her amazing voice.

lost child

11y

this song deserves WAY more attention

Mark222

11y

Great video you guys! How do you making falling look SO EPIC!!?! haha Love you guys!

Katherina Feliciano

11y

I LOVE THIS SONG...I HAD THE LOVE OF MY LIFE DISAPPEAR...THIS SONG HELPED ME DEAL....I AM FOREVER THANKFUL!!!

CC Carignan

7y↑4

Still my very favorite I come back to it time and time again, thank you Johnny Swim, I loved seeing you in Hollywood last season I hope to see you both again.. Keep doing what you do..

Natasia Deleon

11y

I absolutely love this song from the 1st moment I heard it.

auralinda

11y

i have to watch it over and over. cant get enough of it. it hits so close.

jabril lloyd

11y

It's crazy this song only has 32,125 views it needs to have at least 102 million views this is a great song !

iLoveeTinkk

11y

This song is actual perfection.

SpiritNPeace

11y

What a captivating song! ♥

Beautiful Enigma

11y

Im totally addicted to this song. Makes me feel some type of way. #OriginalQuality

abel meza

11y

This is such a strong song can't believe it isn't in the top 20 songs you know on channel 30 on Saturdays xD

L J

10y↑2

This song is so beautiful and peaceful..I love it!

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