Peter Bjorn and John were formed in Stockholm, Sweden in 1999. Made up of m… Read Full Bio ↴Peter Bjorn and John were formed in Stockholm, Sweden in 1999. Made up of members Peter Morén on vocals, guitar, and harmonica; Björn Yttling on vocals, bass, and keyboards; and John Eriksson on drums, percussion, and vocals. The band has released six albums: "Peter Bjorn and John" (2002), "Falling Out" (2004), "Writer's Block" (2006), "Seaside Rock" (2008), "Living Thing" (2009) and "Gimme Some" (2011). The band is influenced by the sounds of classic '60s baroque pop, power pop, and new wave

The band gained recognition in the United Kingdom and United States during 2006 and 2007 due to the success of their single "Young Folks", whilst staying virtually unknown in their homeland, Sweden.

Sick and Tired
Peter Bjorn and John Lyrics

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I'm sick and tired of the comical, ooh
It won't be funny for a long time
I'm sick and tired of the cynical, ooh
Because I'm always on the wrong side

You're going on and on, ooh
Like only shadows do
And when you're gone, gone, gone, ooh

It's getting black and blue
Is there a way to make it okay?
Is there a way to make it right?

Watching the tide come rolling in
Everybody's changing tune
Watching the tide come rolling in
Everybody's changing tune, changing

Don't wanna know why you're not around, ooh
Don't wanna know why you departed
Don't tell me where you been hanging out, ooh
I can't do anything about it

You're going on and on, ooh
Like only shadows do
And when you're gone, gone, gone, ooh
It's getting black and blue
Is there a way to make it okay?
Is there a way to make it right?

Watching the tide come rolling in
Everybody's changing tune
Watching the tide come rolling in
Everybody's changing tune, changing

Don't need to fight it
You can't deny it
Nowhere you can hide
It's getting overrided
Don't get too excited
Heaven's getting crowded
Once you're inside it
You'll be feeling lifeless

Watching the tide come rolling in
Everybody's changing tune
Watching the tide come rolling in
Everybody's changing tune
Watching the tide come rolling in
Everybody's changing tune
Watching the tide come rolling in
Everybody's changing tune

Watching the tide come rolling in
Don't need to find no medicine
Watching the tide come rolling in
Changing tune

Don't need to find no medicine
Everybody's changing tune, changing

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Sick and Tired" by Peter Bjorn and John convey a sense of frustration and exhaustion with certain aspects of life and relationships. The singer expresses being weary of the comical and cynical attitudes that surround them, indicating that what once may have seemed amusing or witty now feels tiring and draining. This feeling is further emphasized by the imagery of being on the wrong side and feeling like shadows when certain individuals are present.

The repetition of the phrase "Is there a way to make it okay? Is there a way to make it right?" suggests a longing for resolution and stability in the midst of confusion and disarray. The theme of change is also prevalent in the song, with references to watching the tide roll in and everyone changing tune. This could symbolize the inevitable shifts and transitions that occur in life and relationships, and the difficulty of keeping up with these changes.

The lyrics also touch on feelings of abandonment and helplessness, with the singer expressing a reluctance to know where someone has been or why they are no longer around. This sense of being left in the dark and unable to control certain circumstances adds to the overall feeling of frustration and resignation that permeates the song.

Towards the end of the song, there is a shift towards acceptance of the changing nature of things, even if it may be difficult or disheartening. The lines about not needing to fight it and the inevitability of change suggest a resignation to the natural progression of life and relationships, even if it may be painful or unsettling. The repeated refrain of "Watching the tide come rolling in, everybody's changing tune" reinforces the idea of constant flux and adaptation that is a part of the human experience.

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Written by: Peter Moren, Bjorn Yttling, John Eriksson

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