1) An early 70's progr… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists using the name Jonesy:
1) An early 70's progressive rock band
2) A Norwegian rapper
3) A Canadian sleaze punk band formed in 2015.
1)
Jonesy were an early 70's band in the style of King Crimson but with the unusual element of electric trumpet from Alan Bown. Other band members were John Evan-Jones - guitar & backing vocals, Jamie Kaleth - lead vocals & keyboards (including some excellent Mellotron), Gypsy Jones - lead vocals, bass guitar & recorders and Plug Thomas - percussion and backing vocals.
They recorded three albums on the Dawn Label "No Alternative", "Keeping Up" and "Growing". All are strong with the aforementioned KING CRIMSON influences. All can be approached with a degree of assurity but "Keeping Up" is probably the strongest of the three. All were reissued on CD by Korean label S-Wan.
2)
Jonesy is a Norwegian rapper based in Kristiansand.
Children
Jonesy Lyrics
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Today's front page of sorrow
Tomorrow's history
Children from the ashes
Wonders of a scientific world patrol the sky
In concrete bunkers miles below
Are those about to die
So go take your future in blistered hands
Our war to end all wars, the war to end all man
But see the dawn arriving for a better day
Try not to judge too harshly
Those who lost their way
Children of the future, what will your fortune be
Age cured us of our youth
And you your destiny
Children from the ashes
Jonesy's song "Children" portrays a glimpse of the future, where the children of the world are presented with a gloomy and uncertain future. The lyrics "Children of the future, what will your fortune be?" questions what destiny holds for the young generation. Today's news presents a sorrowful picture which is ought to be recorded in history, and the tomorrow which is now today will become the history of the future. The lyrics depict that the current global situation could alter the future of the present-day children permanently, leading to disastrous outcomes. Jonesy implies that the contemporary world needs radical change, and the young generation has the responsibility to take hold of the future in their blistered hands, as the present generation has failed to create a better world for them.
The second stanza of the song reflects an image of the advancements made in science and technology while humankind still struggles for peace. The line "In concrete bunkers miles below, Are those about to die" represent the underground bunkers constructed to provide safety against missiles and other weapons of mass destruction. The lyrics carry a tone of hopelessness and remind the listener of the dangerous world we all live in, where even young children could become targets or casualties of war. As the song ends, the emphasis shifts to hope in the future, as the dawn arrives for a better day. Jonesy urges the listener to avoid judging those who lost their way and embrace change by believing in youths' ability to transform the world for good. The final lyrics indicate that the present generation has aged, but the destiny of the children lies in their ability to shape a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
Children of the future, what will your fortune be
Addressing the youth of the future, what do they hope their future holds
Today's front page of sorrow
Today's news is full of tragedy and sadness
Tomorrow's history
Tomorrow's events will be recorded in history for future generations
Children from the ashes
Addressing the children that will rise from the destruction of the past
Wonders of a scientific world patrol the sky
Technological advancements are seen in the sky above us
In concrete bunkers miles below
Yet there are people hiding miles below the surface, in bunkers made of concrete
Are those about to die
These people are in grave danger and may not survive
Children from the ashes
Again, addressing the children who will rise from the destruction of the past
So go take your future in blistered hands
Take control of your future, despite challenges and adversity
Our war to end all wars, the war to end all man
Reference to the belief that a war could end all wars, and even humanity itself
But see the dawn arriving for a better day
Despite past tragedies, look towards a brighter future
Try not to judge too harshly
Be empathetic towards those who may have lost their way in the past
Those who lost their way
Referencing those who made mistakes and faced consequences in the past
Age cured us of our youth
As we age, we lose the optimism and energy of youth
And you your destiny
The youth of the future will have their own paths and futures to forge
Children from the ashes
Reinforcing the idea of hopeful children rising from the destruction of the past
Contributed by Eva R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.