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.
Visions
Jon Bryant Lyrics
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smiles and visions, bought and borrowed
wind and waters guide me true
so i can, make my way by the stars
so I kept searching far and lonely.
In my dreams I'd asked if only,
I could be her wildest story
Pre.
But then I found
those writings on the wall
were never clear at all
but her song was my northern star.
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
And she sang
Oh-h-h
No matter how long,
I will follow her song
Lost my way up north of nowhere
met a man who lived without care
said my son, "go west to find her
and never fear who you are."
and then you'll find
Your passion will be sparked
and that fire is your heart
It will burns and it burns til the end.
And I sang
Ohh-h-h
And I sang
Ohh-h-h
And I sang
Oh-h-h
No matter how long,
I will follow her song
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
No matter, no matter how long
I'lll follow her song
No matter how long,
I will follow her song.
The song Visions by Jon Bryant is about a person's journey to find their purpose in life, with the help of someone they admire. The first verse depicts the struggles the singer has faced in their journey, with their hopes and dreams being "bought and borrowed." However, they are guided by the wind and waters, indicating a sense of self-awareness and resilience. They keep searching for purpose while keeping their admiration for a certain someone in mind, wishing to be their "wildest story" and write their name in their heart.
In the second verse, the singer meets a man who advises them to go west to find what they're looking for. Upon following the advice, they discover their passion, and that becomes the burning fire in their heart that they continue to follow by the guidance of the admired person's song. The repetition of "And she sang" in the chorus emphasizes that the song is the singer's guiding star, and even though they lost their way in a place called "north of nowhere," the person's song never fails to guide them.
Overall, the song is a beautiful tribute to finding purpose and following one's passion. With the help of a guiding person or perhaps an ideal, one can navigate through life's struggles, and the fire that the passion brings will never die out as long as there is a clear guiding star.
Line by Line Meaning
I washed up on banks of sorrow
I found myself in a place of sadness
smiles and visions, bought and borrowed
People and things appeared happy, but their joy wasn't genuine
wind and waters guide me true
Nature is my trustworthy guide
so i can, make my way by the stars
I navigate based on the light of the stars
so I kept searching far and lonely.
I continued my pursuit, often feeling isolated and without companionship
In my dreams I'd asked if only,
I would imagine my deepest desires while asleep
I could be her wildest story
To be someone's most exciting adventure, I would do anything
I would write my name on her heart.
I want to leave an indelible mark on her memory
those writings on the wall
The messages and signals I received
were never clear at all
They were difficult to interpret
but her song was my northern star.
Her music provided me with direction and motivation
No matter how long, I will follow her song
I am resolute in pursuing her path
Lost my way up north of nowhere
I got lost in a desolate place
met a man who lived without care
Encountered an easy-going man
said my son, "go west to find her
The man advised me to go west to find my goal
and never fear who you are."
He encouraged me to be true to myself
Your passion will be sparked
You will find the inspiration you need
and that fire is your heart
It will ignite your soul
It will burns and it burns til the end.
This fire will never be extinguished
And she sang
Her music continued
No matter, no matter how long
No matter how much time passes
I'lll follow her song
I will always stick to her path
No matter how long,
Regardless of the duration
I will follow her song.
I am committed to following her music
Contributed by Samuel V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mike Franklin
Beautiful song. Here are the lyrics so everyone can sing along :)
I washed up on banks of sorrow
Smiles and visions, bought and borrowed
Wind and waters guide me true
So i can, make my way by the stars
So I kept searching far and lonely.
In my dreams I'd asked if only,
I could be her wildest story
I would write my name on her heart.
But then I found
Those writings on the wall
Were never clear at all
But her song was my northern star.
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
No matter how long,
I will follow her song
Lost my way up north of nowhere
Met a man who lived without care
Said "my son, go west to find her
And never fear who you are."
And then you'll find
Your passion will be sparked
And that fire is your heart
It will burns and it burns til the end.
And I sang
Ohh-h-h
And I sang
Ohh-h-h
And I sang
Ohh-h-h
No matter how long,
I will follow her song
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
No matter, no matter how long
I'lll follow her song
No matter how long,
I will follow her song.
Mike Franklin
Beautiful song. Here are the lyrics so everyone can sing along :)
I washed up on banks of sorrow
Smiles and visions, bought and borrowed
Wind and waters guide me true
So i can, make my way by the stars
So I kept searching far and lonely.
In my dreams I'd asked if only,
I could be her wildest story
I would write my name on her heart.
But then I found
Those writings on the wall
Were never clear at all
But her song was my northern star.
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
No matter how long,
I will follow her song
Lost my way up north of nowhere
Met a man who lived without care
Said "my son, go west to find her
And never fear who you are."
And then you'll find
Your passion will be sparked
And that fire is your heart
It will burns and it burns til the end.
And I sang
Ohh-h-h
And I sang
Ohh-h-h
And I sang
Ohh-h-h
No matter how long,
I will follow her song
And she sang
Ohh-h-h
No matter, no matter how long
I'lll follow her song
No matter how long,
I will follow her song.
Blue_jay888 M.
😍😘 thank you!!!!
Donald Gollihue
Awesome song. I've got WOGN on random, and these gems just keep popping up. Love it.
Carissa Hadwen
Really love this song, and Jon Bryants other songs too
Jessica Atwell
Words can't describe how beautiful this is once again...<3
Meghan
This song is so soothing😍
amr kardany
i stumbled upon this channel and my god how thankful i am !! keep up man
Blue_jay888 M.
🙀😻💓 wow! So impressive and love your voice.
TheTwtebrd
Love your soul Jon 😍
Neil E Mac
Would like to believe t'was me who encouraged Jon to "never fear who you are." Delights me Jon dared to follow his heart; all of us listening receive blessings from his brilliantly performed musical compositions. Voice straight for his heart, too; have known & admired Jon's delightful presence and poise [with hugs] since his early teenage 'daze' volunteering Sunday evenings in a church hall feeding hungry indigent folk in 'the fax.' Thanks, WOGN. Hope Jon's 'cool' with this exposure. Am willing more blessings for you, Jon, and the lot of us, like indeed Jon would. ;-)