Since releasing his debut album and receiving nation-wide exposure through itunes, Bryant has toured relentlessly throughout North America. After a successful first year, (ECMA, Music Nova Scotia and Covenant award nominations and three cross Canada tours) 2011 proved to be the first step towards a very bright future.
Described as like a watercolor painting, Bryant's music is beautiful in its melancholy, strength and character conveyed through nicely contrasting styles. His live set aims to hit spiritual and often comedic highs as well as sweet, somber lows. Bryant actively tours throughout Canada. His full length follow-up album entitled "What Takes You", was released in 2012.
Superstition
Jon Bryant Lyrics
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You can't fear what you don't know
Until you stop and see the wreckage
I steered my heart where it shouldn't go
I steered my heart where it shouldn't go
Holy roller, superstition
Keep me guessing, keep me wishing
'Til I get over this superstition
I wanna feel that young again
Oh, I wanna have you 'til it ends
I put my faith in four leaf clovers
I carved our names into that tree
I picked the leaves before they wavered
I bit my tongue like it wouldn't bleed
I held my breath 'til I couldn't breathe
Holy roller, superstition
Keep me guessing, keep me wishing
Lay me down in sweet submission
'Til I get over this superstition
I wanna feel that young again
Oh, I wanna have you 'til it ends
And if I fall, I could be certain
I'd bring it all into the light
But I'm afraid of what my tough is
So let's keep it out of sight
Holy roller, superstition
Keep me guessing, keep me wishing
Lay me down in sweet submission
'Til I get over this superstition
Holy roller, superstition
Keep me guessing, keep me wishing
Lay me down in sweet submission
'Til I get over this superstition
I wanna feel that young again
Oh, I wanna have you 'til it ends
The lyrics of Jon Bryant's song "Superstition" reflect the struggles of the singer who believed in superstitions and rituals to gain love, friendship, and happiness. In his youth, he was reckless and adventurous, and he did not fear what he did not know. However, as he grew older, he realized that his actions had caused wreckage, and he steered his heart where it should never go. The first verse describes his yearning to feel young again, and he acknowledges his belief in superstition by mentioning the carving of names on a tree, picking the leaves of the four-leaf clovers before they wavered and biting his tongue until it bled.
The chorus of the song reveals the singer's desire to let go of his superstitions and be free of their hold on him. The term "holy roller" refers to someone who is deeply religious or spiritual, and the singer acknowledges that his superstitious behavior and belief have caused confusion and kept him guessing. He wants to lay down his superstition and have a sense of sweet submission until he regains his youthful spirit. However, the fear of failure and vulnerability holds him back, and he prefers to keep his thoughts hidden.
In summary, Jon Bryant's "Superstition" is a poignant reflection on belief, superstition, and youthful recklessness. The song's lyrics describe the journey that many people take as they grow older and realize the costs of their past actions. The desire to regain youth and release the hold of superstition is palpable throughout the song.
Line by Line Meaning
In my youth, I was reckless
When I was younger, I was careless and didn't think about the consequences of my actions.
You can't fear what you don't know
It's impossible to be afraid of something you have no knowledge or understanding of.
Until you stop and see the wreckage
It's only after experiencing the negative effects of your actions that you realize the damage you've caused.
I steered my heart where it shouldn't go
I directed my emotions and feelings towards something or someone that was not good for me.
Holy roller, superstition
Referring to religion and the irrational belief in supernatural or magical influences on events.
Keep me guessing, keep me wishing
I want to be kept in suspense and hope for the best outcome.
Lay me down in sweet submission
I want to be vulnerable and passive, letting go of control.
'Til I get over this superstition
Until I can let go of my irrational beliefs and behaviors.
I wanna feel that young again
I want to experience the feeling of carefree youth again.
Oh, I wanna have you 'til it ends
I want to be with you until the end of our time together.
I put my faith in four leaf clovers
I relied on a lucky charm to bring me good fortune.
I carved our names into that tree
I made a permanent mark of our relationship on a tree, symbolizing our love and commitment.
I picked the leaves before they wavered
I acted impulsively and took something before it was too late or gone.
I bit my tongue like it wouldn't bleed
I held back my words or feelings, even though they were causing me emotional pain or discomfort.
I held my breath 'til I couldn't breathe
I endured a difficult or uncomfortable situation for as long as I could, until I couldn't take it anymore.
And if I fall, I could be certain
If I fail or make a mistake, I know I'll face the consequences.
I'd bring it all into the light
I would acknowledge and take responsibility for my mistakes and face them openly.
But I'm afraid of what my tough is
I'm scared of what I might discover or feel if I explore my thoughts and feelings too deeply.
So let's keep it out of sight
Let's avoid discussing or confronting our issues and fears, and keep them hidden from view.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Aron Wright, Jon Bryant
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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