The original Urge lineup debuted in 1989 with the cassette-only Bust Me Dat Forty, followed a year later by the LP Puttin' the Backbone Back. After the addition of trombonist Matt Kwiatkowski, the group released 1992's Magically Delicious; later the group added trombonist/keyboardist Todd Painter and saxophonist/keyboardist Bill Reiter, and in 1993 recorded the live LP Fat Babies in the Mix. After Herschel and Malecek left the band in 1994, guitarist Jerry Jost and drummer John Pessoni joined the lineup, and subsequent touring with 311 helped The Urge win a number of new fans. The 1995 release of Receiving the Gift of Flavor was so successful that it brought the band to the attention of Epic's Immortal imprint, which reissued the LP in 1996.
After constant touring with the likes of labelmates Korn and Incubus, Master of Styles was released in 1998, containing the hit "Jump Right In" which featured singer Nick Hexum of 311.
Following the release of Too Much Stereo in mid 2000, the band toured for nearly a year before calling it quits. After the annual St. Louis Christmas shows, the Urge disbanded for the first time since they formed in 1987.
The band played several Midwest reunion shows from 2003-2005 that included a headlining spot at Pointfest, a large semi-annual outdoor rock festival in St. Louis. Frontman Steve Ewing has made several solo records while guitarist Jerry Jost formed LucaBrasi, featuring former members of Adair and Helmet. The other members still resided in St. Louis and are involved in several musical projects.
On July 15, 2011, St. Louis' KPNT 105.7 FM proclaimed that the Urge would be headlining Pointfest XXIX on September 10, 2011, marking their sixth festival appearance. The Urge also confirmed that they are once again an active band and they have been recording new music in the studio for several months.
It's My Turn to Fly
The Urge Lyrics
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I'm proving ground tonight
Try to be the best that I can
Grown to be a man
Only human can understand
I fill my lungs with fear and I Exhale!
It's my turn to fly
I'm right on target (keep your dream alive)
It's my turn to fly
Gotta prove this tonight
Deep in 3043, the refugees survived
The whole of humanity lies in my hand
Give me the chance to tonight
I'll prove to you what's in my eyes
Bring us to victory
Our dreams become reality
It's my turn to fly
Father be with me tonight
I'm right on target (keep your dream alive)
It's my turn to fly
Gotta prove this tonight
The Urge's song "It's My Turn to Fly" is an empowering anthem that speaks to the journey of becoming an adult and taking on new challenges. The singer in the song is ready to take on the world, and he acknowledges the difficulties that come with pushing oneself out of their comfort zone. He sings that he's filling his lungs with fear (presumably to face it head-on), but he knows that he's only human, and that others can understand his predicament.
The chorus of the song resonates with a feeling of determination and insistence on success. The phrase "It's my turn to fly" is repeated multiple times, serving as a kind of mantra for the singer. He's focused on proving himself, and he's asking for his father's blessing and guidance as he takes on this challenge.
The second half of the song takes on a slightly different tone, with references to refugees and "the whole of humanity" lying in the singer's hands. This section seems to imply that whatever the challenge is that he's facing is something important and bigger than himself. He believes that success will not only benefit him but possibly have an impact on others as well. The final line reaffirms the belief that the singer will succeed, and his dreams will become a reality.
Line by Line Meaning
It's my turn to fly
I finally have the opportunity to succeed and achieve my goals.
I'm proving ground tonight
Tonight is my chance to show what I'm capable of and prove myself.
Try to be the best that I can
I will strive to do my best.
Grown to be a man
I have matured and become responsible.
Only human can understand
I am not perfect, but only someone who is human can truly understand that.
I fill my lungs with fear and I Exhale!
I am nervous, but I will breathe through it and overcome my fears.
Father be with me tonight
I ask for guidance and support from my father figure or higher power.
I'm right on target (keep your dream alive)
I am focused and on track to achieving my dreams.
Gotta prove this tonight
I have to impress and prove myself tonight.
Deep in 3043, the refugees survived
In a distant future, refugees have managed to survive against all odds.
The whole of humanity lies in my hand
The success of humanity depends on my actions tonight.
Give me the chance to tonight
Please give me the opportunity to prove myself tonight.
I'll prove to you what's in my eyes
I will demonstrate my dedication and passion through my actions.
Bring us to victory
Let's win together.
Our dreams become reality
We can achieve our dreams and make them a reality.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CLIF MAGNESS, JERRY JOST, JOHN PESSONI, STEVE EWING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@GikamesShadow
loperspest
Dude
You are comparing this to the LOTR animated movie?
What is wrong with you?
I mean i dont care if it is the original movie of that kind of story but i watched the LOTR and you clearly dont wanna know what i think about that movie
But lets just say it like that:
LOTR Animated is on the same level as Clone Wars for me
It doesnt reach the point of Epicness that Titan AE already went miles past
(In case you dont understand the last thing there: I mean that Titan AE set a new point for epicness that was way higher then any animated movie could ever reach. Of course only in that certain genre)
@shadywalker2159
It's my turn to fly
I'm proving ground tonight
Try to be the best that I can
Grown to be a man
Only human can understand
I fill my lungs with fear, and I exhale
It's my turn to fly
Father, be with me tonight
Uh, I'm right on target (keep that dream alive)
It's my turn to fly
Gotta prove this tonight
Deep in 3043, the refugees survived
The whole of humanity lies in my hand
Give me the chance to tonight
I'll prove to you what's in my eyes
Bring us to victory
Our dreams become reality
It's my turn to fly
Father be with me tonight
Uh, I'm right on target
It's my turn to fly
Father, be with me tonight
Uh, I'm right on target (keep that dream alive)
It's my turn to fly
Gotta prove this tonight (let's do this together)
It's my turn to fly
Father, be with me tonight
Uh, I'm right on target (keep the dream alive)
It's my turn to fly
Gotta prove this tonight (keep that dream alive)
Let's do it, let's do it, do it, do it
@jaredduperrett1620
If you still listen to this in 2023 you’re a legend
@Subgero-kd8jo
I tip my hat to you
@theodorehawkwood6594
Agreed
@kurtmcconnell4473
2022 baby
@katsurimu
2022 hi
@remythomas7023
Never forget our classics 🤘
@bloodykills7509
This movie is a underrated masterpiece. :')
@Kidozy
DAMN STRAIT! The movie is from my child hood. and it's still good compared to this day and age standards, and I'll be-damned if I'm no longer able to watch it!
@micahschmitz859
KidozyGAME yep
@DaBigNiggaa
This movie was released in 2000...