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.
Future Life
Pete Yorn Lyrics
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Still attached to being the new kid in town
No family, no real responsibilities
In my friends, they're diving in deep
To all this holy matrimony
House, a dog, two kids and a van
Good jobs in real estate, a firemanWhy the hell does it scare the shit out of me
Am I different, am I afraid
Life's been great to me
Oh yeah, it feels a little sad
Gotta break out of here
Appreciate what I have
Life's been great to me
It feels a little sad
Gotta break out of here
Appreciate what I have
Why do I want what I haven't got
So planted on the things that I want
Making pretty all these memories
'Cause it's easy to get stuck
The spirit lives been guiding me out
A love so strong, erasing all of my doubt
I see a future that was made for me
Wherever I may go
Life's been great to me
It feels a little sad
Gotta break out of hereAppreciate what I have
Life's been great to me
Oh, yeah, it feels a little sad
Gotta break out of here
Appreciate what I have
'Cause it's easy to get stuck
It happens a lot
Cause it's easy to get stuck
It happens
I can't avoid anything
Gotta take it all in
Take a battle stance
I know that I can win
It's cliche of time, I know it must be true
When what you want is what you have
Then you know you found you
Life's been great to me
Oh, yeah, it feels a little sad
Gotta break out of here
Appreciate what I have
Life's been great to me
Oh, yeah, it feels a little sad
Gotta break out of here
Appreciate what I have
Life's been great to me
Life's been great
Life's been great to me
Life's been great
Oh, oh
Life's been great to me
Life
The lyrics of Pete Yorn's Future Life are introspective and thoughts-provoking. The song highlights a common conflict that individuals face when transitioning into adulthood. The singer is anxious and grappling with the idea of settling down and embracing a routine life. He is struggling with the concept of growing up and taking on adult responsibilities. He is still attached to the youthful and carefree days of being a new kid in town, where life was full of possibilities, and he had no real obligations. However, his friends are moving on and diving deep into the world of marriage, owning homes, having kids, and holding good jobs.
The singer is suffering from FOMO as he wonders why he's different, why he's afraid of settling down when everyone else seems to be ok with it. He is making 'pretty memories' and is afraid of getting stuck in a rut because he knows it is easy to become stagnant in life. However, he realizes that he is blessed, and life has been good to him despite feeling a little sad. At the same time, he has a newfound confidence in himself and his abilities, knowing that he can take on anything that comes his way.
Overall, the song touches on a dilemma that many adults face- the fear of settling down and missing out on all the other possibilities life has to offer. The singer is torn between wanting to pursue his own dreams and the pressure to conform to society's expectations. However, he finds a balance in appreciating what he has while still pursuing his aspirations. Future Life is a song for anyone facing the challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
This future life's been freaking me out
I am anxious about the life that lies ahead
Still attached to being the new kid in town
I am unable to let go of the past
No family, no real responsibilities
I am free from obligations and ties
In my friends, they're diving in deep
My friends are settling down and starting families
To all this holy matrimony
To the sanctity of marriage
House, a dog, two kids and a van
A typical, traditional family life
Good jobs in real estate, a fireman
Stable, secure and respectable jobs
Why the hell does it scare the shit out of me
Why am I terrified at the prospect of settling down?
Am I different, am I afraid
Am I abnormal or just scared?
Life's been great to me
I am grateful for everything in my life thus far
Oh yeah, it feels a little sad
However, I still feel a tinge of sadness
Gotta break out of here
I need to break free from this situation
Appreciate what I have
I should be grateful for what I currently possess
Why do I want what I haven't got
Why do I always desire what I do not have?
So planted on the things that I want
I am fixated on my wants and desires
Making pretty all these memories
I am idealizing and romanticizing my memories
'Cause it's easy to get stuck
It is effortless to become stagnant
The spirit lives been guiding me out
My intuition is leading me towards a better path
A love so strong, erasing all of my doubt
A powerful love is eroding my fears and uncertainties
I see a future that was made for me
I envision a future that suits me perfectly
Wherever I may go
I am free to go wherever I want
It happens a lot
Getting trapped is a common occurrence
I can't avoid anything
I have to deal with everything that comes my way
Gotta take it all in
I have to absorb all experiences
Take a battle stance
I need to stand strong and face my fears
I know that I can win
I am confident of succeeding
It's cliche of time, I know it must be true
It is a cliche that time heals all wounds, but it is true
When what you want is what you have
When you finally have what you desire
Then you know you found you
Then you have found your true self
Life's been great
Overall, my life has been wonderful
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Peter J. Yorn
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