Yorn started as a drummer who also played guitar. In 1990, he was drumming for his band in a high school talent contest when someone suggested he sing the Replacements song "Talent Show." That went over so well, a competing band asked him to sing Neil Young’s "Rockin' In the Free World" with them.
He was first recognized when the Farrelly brothers picked "Strange Condition" for their film Me, Myself & Irene.
He has gained increasing popularity following the use of his song "Just Another" on popular WB television show Dawson's Creek.
Another of his songs, Murray was used in the credits of the film Igby Goes Down
The song "Undercover" was used in the first Spiderman movie and appears on the soundtrack.
The song "Lose You" was used in the closing of an episode of House on Fox.
Always
Pete Yorn Lyrics
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It was like out of the blue
All of my friends they say "What you do, so much to see"
But I know they felt it too
Bring it on
Take it all on
All the things we're gonna doBring it on
Take it all on
It will always be with you
I was wrecking all the other sounds I never made
I was aching for the truth
When my only world was I was born and I was old
Ain't the fortune coming true
Bring it on
Take it all on
All the things we're gonna lose
Bring it on
Take it all on
I will always be with you
Always, always, always, always
Bring it on
Take it all on
All the things we're gonna lose
Bring it on
Take it all on
I will always know the truth
Always, always, always, always
Always,
Always
The song "Always" by Pete Yorn is a reflection on the artist's experience with burnout and disillusionment with the "scene" and his desire to find the truth. Yorn describes how he "burned out on the scene" and how his friends encouraged him to continue exploring, as they still felt the excitement of it all. However, Yorn, while acknowledging his friends' interest, had already grown tired and disillusioned with it. He yearns for an escape from this life when he says, "All the things we're gonna lose".
Amidst the weariness and cynicism, Yorn tries to find hope and meaning. He feels the need to push on irrespective of the sacrifices that come with this journey. He is ready to take on new challenges and experiences and is inviting others to join him. Yorn's use of the refrain "Bring it on, take it all on, all the things we're gonna do" is a statement of his readiness to leave one chapter behind and explore something new. Yorn makes it clear that despite feeling burnt out on the surrounding scene, he will always keep his love for the truth and try to make it his reality.
Overall, "Always" is a song of reflection and contemplation on life, its ups and downs, the search for the truth, and the willingness to never stop exploring despite the frustrations along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you know I burned out on the scene
I got tired of the hype and repetition in the music industry.
It was like out of the blue
It happened suddenly and unexpectedly.
All of my friends they say "What you do, so much to see"
My friends try to convince me to stay and keep playing music, but I feel restless and need a change.
But I know they felt it too
Deep down, my friends also feel a sense of dissatisfaction with the music scene.
Bring it on
Take it all on
All the things we're gonna do
I'm ready to face new challenges and embrace new experiences.
It will always be with you
No matter what changes in my life, I'll always carry the memories and lessons learned with me.
I was wrecking all the other sounds I never made
I was restless and looking for new sounds to explore.
I was aching for the truth
I was searching for authenticity and honesty in my music.
When my only world was I was born and I was old
It felt like I was stuck in a never-ending cycle of birth and death, and my music was the only escape.
Ain't the fortune coming true
Despite my efforts, I wasn't making much money or gaining much recognition for my music.
All the things we're gonna lose
In pursuing new experiences and adventures, we must be willing to let go of some things.
I will always be with you
Always, always, always, always
Even if I physically leave the music scene or pursue other things, my passion for music will always be a part of me.
I will always know the truth
No matter where life takes me, I will always strive to be authentic and true to myself.
Always,
Always
Reaffirming the message of the song that music will always be a part of me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Peter J. Yorn
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