Stevens moved to Australia after success as a pop star in New Zealand in the 1970's (his best-known songs from this era are "Jezebel" and a cover of "Montego Bay"). He is most recognised for his work as the lead singer of Sydney band Noiseworks, who had major hits in the 1980's with "Take Me Back" and "Touch". Once Noiseworks disbanded, Stevens was part of two Australian productions of Jesus Christ Superstar - playing Judas on both occasions, to high acclaim.
In 2000 he followed the footsteps of Jimmy Barnes and Terence Trent D'Arby by fronting the Australian rock band INXS as a stand-in for Michael Hutchence. He and INXS released a Sydney 2000-related theme song entitled "Carry the Flame," and although he toured with the band as their singer, it wasn't until October 2002 that he was officially instated as their lead singer. He quit the band a year later before an album was released, and it wasn't until 2005 that INXS found J.D. Fortune as their lead singer.
2004 saw Jon release Ain't No Life For The Faint Hearted, a modern R&B album best known for its cruisy cover of The Doors' "Light My Fire".
In 2005, Stevens has released a new album called The Works, recorded as part of the Liberation Blue acoustic series. The album is stripped back and kept simple, showcasing Jon's powerful vocal abilities.
Stevens is the brother of New Zealand Idol host Frankie Stevens.
Stand Alone
Jon Stevens Lyrics
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Now that I've found myself without you
All those days of insanity
Are better off behind me
Time to move on, again
Now the moment is gone
I'm moving on
Ain't no going back now
Stand alone
Looking back, you don't change
You know you're just the way I remember you
When you're old and I'm grey
Will you think about what we used to do?
Was it true love in your eyes?
Or did hate make us blind?
I'm out on the highway
I'm moving on
Ain't no going back now
Stand alone
Stuck in the middle
You let me down
Ain't no going back now
Stand alone
Stand alone
Stand alone
Our mistakes in this life
Makes us wonder why
Follow faith, we'll be alright
Keep on moving on the highway
I'm out on the highway
I'm moving on
Ain't no going back now
Stand alone
Stuck in the middle
You let me down
Ain't no going back now
Stand alone
Stand alone
Stand alone, yeah
The lyrics of Jon Stevens's song "Stand Alone" highlight the theme of moving on and finding inner strength after a difficult relationship. Stevens wonders if he was ever truly loved, or if hate was the only thing between him and his partner. He's out on the highway, with the past behind him, heading towards a future that he can only anticipate. The phrase "stand alone" is repeated several times throughout the track, serving as a refrain that reinforces the central message of the song.
There is a sense of sadness and melancholy that pervades the track, but also a sense of hope and determination. Stevens acknowledges that life is full of mistakes but implies that it's our ability to keep moving on that allows us to survive and thrive. The sparse instrumentation also adds a sense of loneliness and isolation to the song, as if Stevens is on this journey by himself but is still finding the courage to keep going forward.
Overall, "Stand Alone" is a touching and introspective song that tackles themes of heartbreak, resilience, and self-discovery. It serves as a reminder that even when we feel like we're alone, we can still find the inner strength to carry on.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you know who I am
Do you truly understand my identity and my worth?
Now that I've found myself without you
After losing you, I have learned to identify and appreciate myself
All those days of insanity
All the time spent in a state of emotional distress
Are better off behind me
I am better off without those unhappy days
Time to move on, again
It's time for me to move on from this situation once more
Now the moment is gone
This opportunity has passed me by
I'm out on the highway
I am now wandering on the road of life
I'm moving on
I'm leaving my previous life behind
Ain't no going back now
I cannot turn back now
Stand alone
I am standing on my own now
Looking back, you don't change
When I reflect on our past, you have not changed and remained the same
You know you're just the way I remember you
You are exactly how I recall you to be, nothing has changed
When you're old and I'm grey
In the future, when we both are old and aging
Will you think about what we used to do?
Will you recall our past and our shared experiences?
Was it true love in your eyes?
Did you sincerely love me?
Or did hate make us blind?
Or did our animosity towards each other prevent us from truly seeing?
Stuck in the middle
I am caught in a difficult situation with no clear resolution
You let me down
You failed me when I needed support
Our mistakes in this life
Our errors in judgment in this lifetime
Make us wonder why
Cause us to ponder the reasons behind them
Follow faith, we'll be alright
Believe in faith and we will be okay
Keep on moving on the highway
Continue moving forward on life's journey
Stand alone, yeah
I am standing independently
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BURATTO, ELLIOTT, STEVENS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
wildkingdom2012
Bless. Jon is one of my favourite voices on the planet. From Canada.
C C
saw Him live at Rod Stewart concert Hes an amazing perfomer & singer,sings with passion. Was a pleasure to see him sing 💛
Phil Pomeroy
Unbelievably addictive
Jon Stevens
I have read your touching comments and I genuinely appreciate you being a fan of mine, I hope you enjoy listening to my songs?
Donna Dodson
Absolute Brilliance 🙏❤️💫
Jon Stevens
Thanks for your sincere compliment and love, I'm not complete without you as my fans i have you to be mostly to be thankful for.
Jon Stevens
Thanks for the support. It is my great pleasure to have you here, thank you for the support you have given me all these years, I hope over the years you have found joy in listening to my songs?
Philips Wilson
Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face,,,,
Robertcotton
god bless you Jon, this is brilliant thanks so much
JT
Greatest singer ever … I fucken love Jon stevens music and his voice / stage presence is second to no one ☝️ ❤️