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.
June
Pete Yorn Lyrics
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How do you respect your room?
If you hadn't gone tomorrow
You could have stayed on 'til June.
It's alright if I was older
It's ok to lose your age
And I, want to follow youI do, I do
It's another I could trust you
It's another thing to swear
I'm ok with all the others
It's just her I cannot stand
I'm old enough to feel the way I do
And I know that you are true
It's just a part of my genes
And I want you to know
It's hard to wait on
I'll swallow you whole
Wait kindly in the next room
And you have stayed
A mile away from me
And you will stay a mile away from me
If you know what's good for you
You could have stayed until June
The opening lines of "June" by Pete Yorn evoke a sense of nostalgia and reflection. The image of indestructible pots and pans juxtaposed with the question, "How do you respect your room?" suggests that the singer is considering the permanence of objects versus the impermanence of people and experiences. The line, "If you hadn't gone tomorrow, you could have stayed on 'til June," further emphasizes this idea, as if the singer is regretting a missed opportunity to prolong a moment or relationship.
The chorus, "It's alright if I was older, it's ok to lose your age, and I want to follow you, I do, I do," could be interpreted as the singer reflecting on the passage of time and the desire to recapture youth and innocence. The repetition of "I do, I do" emphasizes the sincerity of the singer's desire to follow someone or something.
The second verse introduces the theme of trust and the conflict that arises when trust is broken. The line, "It's another I could trust you, it's another thing to swear," suggests that while the singer may be willing to trust, being asked to swear or make a concrete commitment is more difficult. The line, "It's just her I cannot stand" adds a layer of complexity, hinting at a potential love triangle or rivalry. The final lines of the song, "If you know what's good for you, you could have stayed until June," leave the listener with a sense of loss and missed opportunity.
Overall, "June" is a poignant and introspective song, exploring themes of time, regret, trust, and desire. The lyrics are open to interpretation and can resonate with listeners in different ways.
Line by Line Meaning
Pots and pans are indestructible
Some things never fade or break, unlike human feelings and emotions.
How do you respect your room?
How well do you appreciate and value your personal space and emotional boundaries?
If you hadn't gone tomorrow
If you hadn't left so soon, we could have had more time together.
You could have stayed on 'til June.
It would have been great if your departure was delayed until June.
It's alright if I was older
It would be easier to accept the realities of the situation if I was more mature or experienced.
It's ok to lose your age
It's okay to let go of the typical concerns or expectations associated with your age or stage in life.
And I, want to follow you
I have a strong desire to be with you and follow your lead.
I do, I do
I am certain and emphatic about this desire and commitment.
It's another I could trust you
I knew I could rely on you compared to others.
It's another thing to swear
Making promises or oaths is different and can have more serious implications or consequences.
I'm ok with all the others
I feel neutral or indifferent about others in my life.
It's just her I cannot stand
This one particular person is difficult for me to tolerate or accept.
I'm old enough to feel the way I do
I have enough life experiences to understand and feel how I feel.
And I know that you are true
I have no doubts that you are genuine and sincere.
It's just a part of my genes
It's likely that my personality traits or emotional tendencies are inherited or genetic.
And I want you to know
I want to communicate and express myself to you.
It's hard to wait on
It's difficult for me to be patient or delay my desires.
I'll swallow you whole
I'll take all of you in completely and enthusiastically.
Wait kindly in the next room
Please wait patiently and respectfully in a nearby area.
And you have stayed
Despite challenges or difficulties, you have remained faithful and present.
A mile away from me
Our relationship or connection is distant or emotionally separated.
And you will stay a mile away from me
You have chosen or are required to keep your distance from me.
If you know what's good for you
If you are aware of the potential consequences or outcomes, you will make the right choice.
You could have stayed until June
If only you had stayed longer, things could have been better or more satisfying.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Peter J. Yorn
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@PeteYornOfficial
This was the first video i ever made. Shot in 2000. It was lost for years cos it never got digitized for the youtube era for some reason. Director Steven Oritt was kind enough to find it and send it to us, now up on my youtube channel. I got buried alive for this video literally. I keep getting murdered. It’s a metaphor for something. #peteyorn #june
@DominionMovementDotOrg
Pete, are you going to play crystal village in st Louis this may?
@DreamingInTechnicolor
It’s like a visualization of my family’s fears whenever I order a Uber or Lyft and a tiny reminder to order mace. 😂
@graham1745
At least these psychos let you keep your guitar, Pete….👍🏴🎸🇺🇸
@ilikeditbetterbefore
My god! I never knew this had a video!!! I LOOOOOOOOVE THIS SONG
@brianmendez4068
Same!
@h.c.962
One of my favorites❤🥰🔥 Thank you for the music, Mr. Pete Yorn. 🙏🏼❤
@acerockollaa
You're an amazing artist who deserved more airtime!
@sandysprings7777
One of my favorites! It reminds me of those Sunday afternoon's when the radio station would play singer songwriter hours. Just beautiful music from Pete.
@mamajamamo
and you will stay, a mile away from me. If you know what's good for you. As a teenager that was always one of my favorite lines. Musicforthemorningafter is one of the greatest albums ever made, if you don't agree...you must stay a mile away from me