1) Justin Ka… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists by the name of Justin Young:
1) Justin Kawika Young an American artist from Hawaii
2) Justin James Hayward-Young, a British artist who recorded as Jay Jay Pistolet and is now with The Vaccines.
1) Rising from the beautiful beaches and warm tropical atmosphere of the Hawaiian Islands, comes a young, poised, local recording artist with national appeal, potential, and aspirations. Justin Kawika Young is a gifted singer/song writer who, at this young age, has already experienced success in the Hawaiian music scene. After winning first place in a song writing contest in 1995, Justin was given the opportunity to record a local album. Working on the project, Justin gained experience and knowledge in all aspects of the recording process. Showing his versatility as a musician, Justin played keyboards, guitar, and ukulele, and wrote six of the ten songs on the record.
In March, 1996, Justin's debut album released at number three at Tower Records for Hawaiian albums and remained in the top ten for six weeks. Three of Justin's original songs were released, and each spent several weeks as one of the five most requested songs of the day on local radio stations. While promoting his album, Justin performed throughout the Islands. Most notable, was a performance at the Waikiki Shell in front of thousands while opening for the national Reggae group, Big Mountain. Justin has established a reputation in the Islands for his good music and gentle character.
In September of 1997, Justin released his much anticipated sophomore album "Soothe You". The album produced four number one radio hits across the Island chain. At the end of the year Justin was picked by one radio station as the number one new artist of 1997. He also received three Hawaiian Music Award including: "Best Performance By A Rhythm & Blues Artist", "New Artist of the Year", and Honorable Recognition for his version of the classic song "Crazy Love". In July of ‘98, Justin was selected by Brian McKnight to be one of two local opening acts for his Hawai`i concert.
Justin's third album, "My Eyes Adore You", shows his continued growth as a vocalist and songwriter. Many original songs appear on the album including a beautiful acoustic ballad called "Was It Loneliness", and a Hawaiian falsetto song inspired by his home called "E Kailua E". Justin also brings a fresh vibe to John Denver's "Leaving On A Jet Plane", new lyrics to Frankie Vallie's classic "My Eyes Adore You", and a smooth R&B flow to the Bee Gees' and Hui Ohana's "Come On Over". Another highlight is an acoustic reggae collaboration with local recording group Pure Heart.
Justin's success in Hawaii has not lessened his desire to reach his ultimate goal. Justin's dream is to have the opportunity to share his unique, soothing music on a national level. His musical inspirations include: Stevie Wonder, Boyz II Men, Babyface, Brian McKnight. Justin also holds great admiration for the artistry and lyricism of Sarah McLachlan, Jewel and Fiona Apple. These influences combine with Justin's own expressions to create a distinct style. Shades of the laid-back lifestyle of the islands can be sensed in his mellow, relaxing, and soulful songs that combine old and new sounds.
Outside of music, Justin is a well rounded individual. As a senior in high school, Justin managed to maintain a 4.00 grade point average while recording his first album. He also received a scholarship from the Hawai`i Academy of Recording Arts which allowed him to take classes at the University of Hawai`i. Justin also enjoys athletic activities and recently completed the Tin Man Triathlon. Justin is raised by his single mother and he hopes to take some of her financial burden soon through music.
2) Justin James Hayward-Young is a British artist who recorded as Jay Jay Pistolet and is now with The Vaccines.
Haunted
Justin Young Lyrics
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To ever sleeping easy
Again at night
Given up on being alone
Cause my conscience is the loudest company
When no one's home
And i still can't believe how quick it happened
From momentary lapse to chain reaction
After all these years
I can't out run your tears
I'll turn 98
Still saying sorry everyday
I need you to know that you're all that i wanted
And that i'm still haunted
I've been losing track of time
Lost in thoughts of a life
That that would not be mine
How many bottles will it take
To wash down the toughest pill
That i'll have to take
I wonder how far we could have seen it
Can one foolish man leave fate defeated
After all these years
I can't out run your tears
I'll turn 98
Still saying sorry everyday
I need you to know that you're all that i wanted
And that i'm still haunted
The song "Haunted" by Justin Young revolves around the theme of regret and the overwhelming feeling of guilt that haunts the singer. He admits that he has forfeited his right to ever sleep easily again, implying that he has done something wrong which now troubles him mentally. The singer has given up on being alone as his conscience is the loudest company when no one is home. This shows that he is stuck with his thoughts, and he can't escape them even when he's alone.
The singer then talks about a momentary lapse that quickly turns into a chain reaction, emphasizing how he can't believe how quickly everything transpired. He further reveals that after all these years, he can't outrun their tears, which suggests that he had hurt someone close to him in the past, and their tears continue to haunt him. As the song progresses, the singer reveals that he will continue to say sorry every day, even when he is 98 years old. He acknowledges that the person he hurt is all that he wanted, and he still feels haunted by his actions.
Overall, the song does an excellent job of conveying the message that mistakes made in the past can continue to have a significant impact on a person's present and future. The singer regrets his choices and can't escape the guilt that comes with them, even though he desperately wants to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
I've forfeited my right
I have given up my right
To ever sleeping easy
To never be able to sleep peacefully again
Again at night
Like I used to do at night
Given up on being alone
I no longer want to be alone
Cause my conscience is the loudest company
Because my conscience is louder than any other companion
When no one's home
Especially when nobody is around
And i still can't believe how quick it happened
I am still amazed at how fast things changed
From momentary lapse to chain reaction
From a momentary mistake to a series of unfortunate events
After all these years
Even after so much time has passed
I can't out run your tears
I can't escape from the memories of your sadness
I'll turn 98
Even when I am very old
Still saying sorry everyday
I will still apologize every day
I need you to know that you're all that i wanted
I want you to know that you were everything to me
And that i'm still haunted
But I am still haunted by my mistakes
I've been losing track of time
I have lost track of the passing of time
Lost in thoughts of a life
Thinking about a life that could have been
That that would not be mine
But unfortunately, it was not meant for me
How many bottles will it take
How much alcohol should I consume
To wash down the toughest pill
To numb the pain of the hardest truth
That i'll have to take
That I have to face
I wonder how far we could have seen it
I am curious about how far we could have gone
Can one foolish man leave fate defeated
Can one person's mistake cause an irreversible outcome
And that i'm still haunted
And I am still haunted by my past
Contributed by Abigail B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@einc70
he's still good... thx for sharing brah!!! like i miss jawaiian music...
@mypeoplesdance
i loveeee justine young <3
@mypeoplesdance
oops i meant JUSTIN!!!