Pennywise's current line-up consists of Jim Lindberg (vocals), Fletcher Dragge (guitars), Randy Bradbury (bass) and Byron McMackin (drums). They had kept their original line-up together until bassist Jason Thirsk died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound in 1996, due to issues with his alcoholism, after which Bradbury joined as his replacement. In August 2009, Lindberg decided to leave the band; he was replaced in February 2010 by Ignite singer Zoli Téglás. With Téglás, the band recorded their tenth studio album All or Nothing, which was released on May 1, 2012. Lindberg rejoined the band later that year after Téglás was sidelined by a back injury.
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Studio albums
Pennywise (1991)
Unknown Road (1993)
About Time (1995)
Full Circle (1997)
Straight Ahead (1999)
Land of the Free? (2001)
From the Ashes (2003)
The Fuse (2005)
Reason to Believe (2008)
All or Nothing (2012)
Yesterdays (2014)
Never Gonna Die (2018)
Thanksgiving
Pennywise Lyrics
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What's your story? what's your problem?
In your head tangled inside are distorted images
Images telling you what it should be instead of what is
Think about all that you have
Not about what you can't get
Think about all that you have
Not about what you can't get
Or not living at all
You're lucky and you should see how many good things come your way
If you don't you won't make life a fun and pleasant stay
If you don't feel good enough about life you should be shot
I've got better things to do than worry about what is not
I've got so many things to see yeah places to go yeah people to meet
I got so many things to see yeah places to go and things to be
Think about all that you have
Not about what you can't get
Pennywise's "Thanksgiving" is a song that encourages people to focus on their blessings rather than the things they lack. The song points out that everyone has problems and distorted images in their minds; however, they should look at what they already have in life and appreciate it. The lyrics explain that if people don't appreciate the good things in life, they won't be able to enjoy it to the fullest. The singer asks his listener to reflect on how much worse their life could be if they were not as lucky and blessed as they already are. The song's message advocates for a positive attitude and optimistic outlook on life, reminding people to appreciate what they already have and not to focus on what they don't instead.
Throughout the song, Pennywise employs a straightforward and honest tone to reach the listener. They don't sugarcoat the message and directly tell the listeners what they need to hear. The lyrics aim to help people see the good in their life and be more grateful for what they have. Instead of wallowing in what's not going well in their life, the singer urges the listener to focus on the wealth of positivity and opportunities they have. Ultimately, "Thanksgiving" is a song that communicates people should appreciate and find value in their lives, and it is a reminder to perceive and experience life positively.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Listen. take a look around and tell me
Stop and observe your surroundings, and discuss your life with me
What's your story? what's your problem?
What is the history of your life, and what are the things you're struggling with?
In your head tangled inside are distorted images
You have an internal conflict between what you envision and what is real
Images telling you what it should be instead of what is
The ideas that you have in your mind are preventing you from seeing things as they truly are
Think about all that you have
Reflect on the positive aspects of your life
Not about what you can't get
Don't dwell on the things that you don't have
Quick question: Don't you realize how worse off you could be living?
Have you considered how difficult life could be if you were in a worse position?
Or not living at all
At the very least, acknowledge that you are alive and able to experience life
You're lucky and you should see how many good things come your way
You have been fortunate in life, and you should recognize the positive experiences that come your way
If you don't you won't make life a fun and pleasant stay
If you don't appreciate life, you won't be able to enjoy it to the fullest
If you don't feel good enough about life you should be shot
If you cannot find happiness in life, it will be difficult to live a fulfilling existence
I've got better things to do than worry about what is not
I have more important things to focus on than things that do not matter
I've got so many things to see yeah places to go yeah people to meet
I have an abundance of opportunities to explore, new places to visit and people to encounter
I got so many things to see yeah places to go and things to be
I have so much potential for the future - places to go, things to do, and goals to achieve
Think about all that you have
Reflect on the positive aspects of your life
Not about what you can't get
Don't dwell on the things that you don't have
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BYRON C. MCMACKIN, FLETCHER DOUGLAS DRAGGE, JAMES WILLIAM LINDBERG, JASON MATTHEW THIRSK, RANDY JAMES BRADBURY
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Пёсий
Hey, listen, take a look around and tell me
What’s your story? What’s your problem?
In your head tangled inside are distorted images
Images telling you what it should be instead of what is
Think about all that you have
Not about what you can’t get
Think about all that you have
Not about what you can’t get
People!
Quick question:
Don’t you realize how worse off you could be living
Or not living at all?
You’re lucky and you should see how many good things come your way
If you don’t you won’t make life a fun and pleasant stay
Think about all that you have
Not about what you can’t get
Think about all that you have
Not about what you can’t get
If you don’t feel good enough about life you should be shot
I’ve got better things to do than worry about what is not
I’ve got so many things to do yeah places to go and things to be
I got so many things to see, places to go, things to be
Well I’ve got so many things to see, places to go yeah people to meet
I got so many things to see, places to go, things to be
Yeah
Think about all that you have
Not about what you can’t get
Think about all that you have
Not about what you can’t get
No, not about what you can get, people!
Thanksgiving
RenegadeRouser
This song always brings me back down to earth and reality. I've got everything I need. Happiness is a myth.
Joseph Von Meisthal
Depression is a hard illness, thank you pennywise for your songs
Keep rocking guy
Don Cobb
Thank you for sharing, helps me make a purchase, wish more bands and labels understood how this helps, keep on rockin'
Patrick Portland
One of their most overlooked albums..just great.
Joseph Morales
best track on new album
PepsiMaxGuitarCovers
This album is SO good!
Enzio Meixedo Chiarelli
it is curious to read the comments and find that the feelings are the same no matter the location, gender, age, country. Pennywise keeps people together for good vibes and good messages! god save pennywise! greetings from Brazil!
Muhammad Rofi'e
Perfect combination of Stoicism and Punk stuff 🔥🔥
Adrián Mančìk
This song tells everything i ever thought
Coldblood
Thanks god for Pennywise !!