In 1997, at the age of 15, he released his major-label debut, 'Lie to Me'. Though it picked up mixed critical reviews, the album served as a commercial breakthrough, with single "Lie to Me" particularly receiving much airplay and earning the #12 slot on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart. That blues rock track continues to be beloved by Lang's fan-base.
Lang followed with 'Wander This World', released on October 20, 1998. Broadening his sound somewhat with influences from classic soul and modern rock, the release experienced widespread success. His singles, "Wander This World" and "Still Rainin'", did particularly well, the latter tune reaching the #8 slot on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart.
Several releases and constant touring later, Lang's latest work is 'Fight For My Soul', released on September 2, 2013. The album has received critical acclaim from publications such has Allmusic, with the reviewers remarking that Lang "dives headfirst into classic soul and R&B, its elastic, funky grooves allowing the guitarist plenty of space to solo". It also hit the #20 slot on Billboard's 'Top Rock Albums' chart, selling extremely well.
Part of his success has been due to a voice that sounds somewhat like that of a 40-year-old blues veteran, containing what fans have seen as a harshness tempered by a fine falsetto that has taken prominence in his newest albums. Another part of his success is his scorching, electrifying guitar solos, which display a prodigious natural talent honed by years of practice and playing. Whatever the secret to his success, the youngster has quickly become a fixture in the blues world, drawing crowds wherever he goes.
Lang has drawn deeply from the wellspring of influences from the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan, Albert King, Luther Allison, and Albert Collins. Many blues artists have also been encouraged to pick up the guitar from his example. As he becomes more confident in his role as a musical veteran instead of a boy wonder, one can see the possibilities he has yet to share with his fans.
A Quiter Never Wins
Jonny Lang Lyrics
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One day you've got it all and then it disappears so fast
[Chorus:]
And you know our love is on and off again
Well I know you want to quit me, baby
But a quitter never wins
But I've stayed through thick and thin
After all that we've been through baby
You gonna tell me it's the end
[Chorus]
Seems like now days love is a word that no one means
You said you'd never leave me
Then you upped and walked right out on me
[Chorus] [x 2]
In Jonny Lang's song "A Quiter Never Wins", the lyrics speak to the struggle of relationships that seem to be falling apart. The song begins by acknowledging the fleeting nature of things in today's world. Nothing is meant to last, even something as important as love. However, the chorus of the song focuses on the idea that quitting is not an option. Love may be on and off, but it cannot be simply given up on. This sentiment is emphasized in the repetition of the line "a quitter never wins".
The verses speak directly to a specific relationship that is struggling to stay together. The singer has stayed loyal through difficult times, while the other person has walked out on the love they shared. Despite the betrayal and heartache, the singer pleads for the relationship to continue. They cannot imagine a future where the love is gone, as it has been through thick and thin. The final verse expresses disappointment in the word "love", which is thrown around without real meaning. The other person has promised to never leave but has done just that, leaving the singer longing for a love that endures.
Line by Line Meaning
Seems like now days ain't nothing meant to last
Lately, it feels like nothing in life is permanent.
One day you've got it all and then it disappears so fast
As quickly as you obtain something, it can be taken away from you.
And you know our love is on and off again
Our relationship is inconsistent, with ups and downs.
Well I know you want to quit me, baby
I am aware that you desire to end our relationship.
But a quitter never wins
Leaving before pushing through tough times is not victorious.
Well, you've walked out on our loving
You have left our relationship behind.
But I've stayed through thick and thin
I have remained committed through difficult times.
After all that we've been through baby
Considering everything we've experienced together.
You gonna tell me it's the end
Are you really going to tell me that it's all over?
Seems like now days love is a word that no one means
Love has lost its significance in today's society.
You said you'd never leave me
You promised that you would never abandon me.
Then you upped and walked right out on me
Despite your word, you left me abruptly.
Chorus
Repeating the previous message that our relationship is unstable, but quitting is not the solution.
Chorus
Repeating the previous message that our relationship is unstable, but quitting is not the solution.
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on Red Light
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