Singer-songwriter Jonathan Clay grew up in Magnolia TX. He released his fir… Read Full Bio ↴Singer-songwriter Jonathan Clay grew up in Magnolia TX. He released his first EP Whole New Me in 2006 on iTunes. Atlantic Records signed Clay to a development deal in 2007. In June 2007 Clay released his second album Back to Good. MTV music supervisors found his work on MySpace. The Hills, Newport Harbor and The Real World all used Jonathan Clay songs in episodes. ABC Family used Clay's After all in Lincoln Heights in 2008. Levi's and True Anthem sponsored Clay's give away of 140,000 downloads of Acoustic Sessions in 2008. In 2010 Clay recorded Everything She wants with producer Kevin Kadish. "Gypsy Woman", a cut off that album, was used in Sons of Anarchy in 2011. Late in 2010 Clay formed a new band called Jamestown Revival. The duo teamed Clay with his childhood friend Zach Chance. Within 6 months of forming the band Clay and Chance were featured in Rolling Stone magazine for the Cover of the Rolling Stone contest.

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December
Jonathan Clay Lyrics

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I've been climbing mountains
I've been climbing mountains for awhile
And I've been swimming oceans
I've been swimming oceans for awhile

I'm just trying to get around
I'm trying to say that I have finally found my way
And I guess I'm doing fine

But I think it's time I draw the line today
Today

And I've been chasing daylight
I've been chasing daylight for awhile
For awhile
And I've been trying reason
I've been searching for a reason for awhile

I'm just trying to get around
I'm trying to say that I have finally found my way
And I guess I'm doing fine
But I think it's time I draw the line today
Today

-Instrumental Solo-

I'm in love with a dreamer
Been in love with a dreamer for awhile
For awhile
Everything is sweeter
Everything's been sweeter for awhile

I'm just trying to get around
I'm trying to say that I have finally found my way
And I guess I'm doing fine
But I think it's time I draw the line today
Today, today, oh today

I'm just trying to get around
I'm trying to say that I have finally found my way, found my way
Oh I guess I'm doing fine

But I think it's time I draw the line today
Today

Overall Meaning

The song "December" by Jonathan Clay is a reflection of the journey of self-discovery and the realization of personal growth. The opening lines, "I've been climbing mountains, I've been swimming oceans for a while," suggest the hardships and challenges the singer has encountered in his life. The subsequent lines, "I'm just trying to get around, I'm trying to say that I have finally found my way," are an affirmation of the singer's efforts to overcome these difficulties and find his way.

The next verse, "And I've been chasing daylight, I've been trying reason for a while," suggests that the singer has been attempting to make sense of his life and find his purpose. He acknowledges that everything has been sweeter in life and that he has been in love with a dreamer. The instrumental solo that follows this verse is representative of the singer's journey of reflection, as he tries to make sense of the world around him.

Line by Line Meaning

I've been climbing mountains
I have faced numerous challenges and difficulties

I've been swimming oceans
I have gone through vast and deep experiences

I'm just trying to get around
I am attempting to navigate through life

I'm trying to say that I have finally found my way
I believe that I have discovered my purpose or direction

And I guess I'm doing fine
I feel content with my current situation

But I think it's time I draw the line today
I have decided to set boundaries and take control of my life

And I've been chasing daylight
I have been pursuing opportunities and growth

I've been searching for a reason for awhile
I have been seeking a valid explanation for my actions and experiences

I'm in love with a dreamer
I am attached to someone with imaginative aspirations

Everything is sweeter
Life feels more enjoyable and satisfying

Today, today, oh today
Emphasizing the significance of the present moment