He's most well known for his collaborations with Magic The Gathering, Beyblade, Ernie Ball, Dragon Ball, Three Days Grace, Jason Paige, Caleb Hyles, and Tre Watson.
He currently leads a production agency known as "Villainous Music"
Land of the Living
Jonathan Young Lyrics
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Feeling like I'm walking in my sleep
They bought and sold me, then they told me what I'm worth
Now everything I do just feels so cheap
I feel like I'm malfunctioning,
All this world's conditioning
I didn't know that scars could run so deep
They say I've gotta get back to the land of the living
Gotta try to disconnect,
But when I live in the land of the living
I feel like I'm already dead
We're just insects lost within this human hive
It's funny how we act like we're above
Our synthetic, apathetic little lives
Thirsting for the chemical of love
Am I wrong, to feel this way?
Get down on your knees and pray
And hope this angry god thinks you're enough
They say I've gotta get back to the land of the living
Gotta try to disconnect,
But when I live in the land of the living
I feel like I'm already dead
I think that hell would be better
Dance in the fire forever
Then maybe I could get some rest
I cannot fight how I feel
If angels ever were real,
They'd take this broken heart out of my chest
They say I've gotta get back to the land of the living
Gotta try to disconnect,
But when I live in the land of the living
I feel like I'm already dead
The lyrics of Jonathan Young's song "Land of the Living" express frustration and disillusionment with society and the modern world. The singer feels trapped in a system that devalues and exploits them, leading to a sense of disconnection and despair. The first verse describes a feeling of living in a dreamlike state, disconnected from reality, as if walking in one's sleep. The lyrics use imagery of being bought and sold, highlighting how people are treated as commodities in a capitalist system.
The chorus presents a paradoxical situation, where the singer is told they need to "get back to the land of the living" and disconnect, but they feel like they're already dead. This suggests a deep sense of hopelessness and a lack of faith in the possibilities of change or personal growth. The second verse employs an extended metaphor of humans as insects within a hive, emphasizing the sense of helplessness and lack of agency. This is followed by a criticism of the way people prioritize shallow and fleeting pleasures over deeper connections and real love.
The bridge takes a darker turn, with the singer expressing a desire for an alternative to the current state of existence. They suggest that even hell might be preferable, as it's at least a definable state, unlike the endless cycle of numbness and despair they feel trapped in. Finally, the lyrics suggest that the singer's heart is broken and cannot be fixed by any external means, including religion or an imagined supernatural rescue.
Overall, the lyrics of "Land of the Living" express a feeling of disconnection and despair, colored by a deep sense of frustration and disillusionment with modern society.
Line by Line Meaning
I get so sick of trying to live on planet earth
Being alive on this planet has taken a toll on me
Feeling like I'm walking in my sleep
I am not fully conscious of my actions
They bought and sold me, then they told me what I'm worth
I am treated like a commodity and my worth is decided by others
Now everything I do just feels so cheap
I feel like I am not doing anything of much value
I feel like I'm malfunctioning,
I donât feel right, like something is not working as it should
All this world's conditioning
The expectations and norms of society have shaped me
I didn't know that scars could run so deep
I am surprised by how much past experiences have affected me
They say I've gotta get back to the land of the living
People advise me to be more present and engaged in life
Gotta try to disconnect,
I should disengage from the negative aspects of the world
But when I live in the land of the living
Despite trying, I still feel disconnected
I feel like I'm already dead
I feel like I am not truly living
We're just insects lost within this human hive
We are insignificant and struggling to find our place in society
It's funny how we act like we're above
We pretend to be superior to nature and other beings
Our synthetic, apathetic little lives
Our fake and indifferent existence
Thirsting for the chemical of love
We are desperate for the feeling of love and connection
Am I wrong, to feel this way?
I question the validity of my emotions
Get down on your knees and pray
I should turn to religion for guidance
And hope this angry god thinks you're enough
And hope that God accepts me despite my flaws
I think that hell would be better
I would prefer an existence in hell
Dance in the fire forever
To me, an eternal punishment is better than this life
Then maybe I could get some rest
Then maybe I could finally be at peace
I cannot fight how I feel
I am unable to control my emotions
If angels ever were real,
If some higher power existed
They'd take this broken heart out of my chest
They would heal my emotional wounds
Lyrics Š Wixen Music Publishing, Sentric Music
Written by: Jonathan Young, Howard Benson, Neil Sanderson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@CalebHyles
Take this broken heart out of my chest, Jon âĽ
@Alpha_Core
Caleb my man when is the wedding? im sure jon will look good in a dress XD
@jonathanymusic
<3 bro
@mokurai6663
This song is fire caleb should've been in it too probably just schedule issues
@dgpkira9440
@@mokurai6663 There's an entire album incoming, plenty of opportunities that I hope that they take.
@user-js1zp4vp9y
@@jonathanymusic Next time Fire Force Inferno please
@jonathanymusic
Howard & Neil's music was part of what got me into rock & metal music in the first place back in high school, so getting the chance to work alongside them really felt like coming full circle for me. Don't forget to check them out & grab the song here: https://smarturl.it/JYlandoftheliving
Also special thanks to Rachel from @RichaadEB's channel for the help with editing this video!
@Cheems_borgir
What did they think of the song? And I hope that the music won't stop now that the circle is complete! Love ya man! â¤ď¸
@FearfulHeroine
You're going places, John! I'm so happy to see you doing what you love and getting to work with people like this!! Just remember it's only up from here and we're all ready to back you through all the ups and downs!
@bucketman_1337
Young I say this over and over again and I could say it for all eternity and it still wouldn't get through to your properly, Your style is unmatched and one of a kind. Your a savage and I'm so pumped to see what else you have coming!