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.
Hit The Ground Runnin
Jonny Lang Lyrics
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I let you go
And now I can't survive without your touch
I need you so
But baby all you've got to do
Is tell me that you need me too
I hit the ground running
I hit the ground running back to you
Oh well I'd rather die a thousand deaths
Than to lose your love
But now I'm drowning in my loneliness
I can rise above, yeah again
Well just forgive me this one last time
And tell me baby you're still mine
I hit the ground running
I hit the ground running baby yeah
I hit the ground running back to you
Oh I hit the ground running
I hit the ground running
I hit the ground running back to you
Ah you know I'm coming
I'm coming back for you by now baby
So if you don't want me baby
Lock your doors cause here I come
In this song, Jonny Lang expresses the regret and the heartache of losing someone he loves and the urgent need to have that person back in his life. He acknowledges that he made a mistake by letting them go and now he is suffering the consequences. He is in a desperate situation and is willing to go through anything to get that person back.
He talks about how he would rather die a thousand deaths than lose this love and how he is drowning in his loneliness. He is aware that the only way he will get through this is if that person forgives him and gives him another chance. He promises to run back to them and never let them go again if he is given the opportunity.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of urgency, vulnerability, and a deep desire for reconciliation. It speaks to anyone who has lost someone they love and the pain that comes with that loss. It also captures the hope that comes with the possibility of redemption and getting that person back.
Line by Line Meaning
The biggest fool there ever was
I made a foolish mistake by letting you go.
I let you go
I allowed you to leave and now I regret it.
And now I can't survive without your touch
I am unable to live without your love and affection.
I need you so
I am desperate for your presence and cannot imagine my life without you.
But baby all you've got to do
All you need to do is express your need for me as well.
Is tell me that you need me too
If you confirm that you need me as well, everything will be alright.
I hit the ground running
I am moving quickly and with determination to return to you.
I hit the ground running back to you
I am taking swift action to be reunited with you.
Oh well I'd rather die a thousand deaths
I would rather endure immense pain and suffering than lose your love forever.
Than to lose your love
Your affection and devotion are too valuable to me to lose.
But now I'm drowning in my loneliness
I am overwhelmed and consumed by my feelings of isolation and despair.
I can rise above, yeah again
I have the strength and resilience to overcome this hardship once more.
Well just forgive me this one last time
Please grant me forgiveness for my mistake on this one final occasion.
And tell me baby you're still mine
Assure me that despite our past, you still belong to me.
I hit the ground running baby yeah
I am moving swiftly and determinedly towards you with great anticipation and excitement.
Ah you know I'm coming
You should be aware that my imminent return to you is inevitable.
I'm coming back for you by now baby
You should expect me to be coming back to you soon, as I cannot stay away from you any longer.
So if you don't want me baby
If you do not desire me any longer,
Lock your doors cause here I come
Be prepared to barricade yourself in because I will not relent in my efforts to be with you.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JEFF SILBAR, MICHAEL GERALD LUNN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Pz 100
My son-in-law told me about Jonny Lang when I was back in my mid-forties and I listen and I think he is as good as my hero BB King. I am now 69 and when I get down I listen to Jonny. Thank you for making my dark days brighter just by playing your guitar!
Stone Hinge
Jonny Lang one bad ass guitar player he was only 17 years old when he made this album
cath salazar
Damn he’s so damn hot great guitarist & singer those chick singers gotta f en go ugh 🤮
Robin Gregory
Dang! The drums are stellar.
Moon River
Bass too! All of it!
Élisa Charbonneau
They say everything can be replaced
They say every distance is not near
So I remember every face
Of every man who put me here
I see my light come shining
From the west down to the east
Any day now, any day now
I shall be released
They say every man needs protection
They say that every man must fall
Yet I swear I see my reflection
Somewhere so high above this wall
I see my light come shining
From the west down to the east
Any day now, any day now
I shall be released
Now, yonder stands a man in this lonely crowd
A man who swears he's not to blame
All day long I hear him shouting so loud
Just crying out that he was framed
I see my light come shining
From the west down to the east
Any day now, any day now
I shall be released
Scotty G
I was at the first concert he ever played in Detroit
John Viglione
The best ever at 16 come on SRV would of loved him! Johnny viggs sic 1998 love him
Johnny Kat
Jonny Lang Hit the ground running
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hit the dirt