Johnny recorded as a member of the 1980's southern rock band The Johnny Van Zant Band which released albums in 1980, 1981 and 1982. The band shortened its name to Van Zant for the release of its fourth album in 1985, the eponymous Van Zant, which saw some chart success with "You've Got to Believe in Love" and "I'm a Fighter". However, this band was not the same as the current version of Van Zant and did not include brother Donnie.
Johnny released another album under his full name in 1990, but spent most of his time in that period singing for the Lynyrd Skynyrd reunion group. He joined up with Donnie, and they revived the Van Zant name to release an album in 1998, which led to a follow up album in 2001. They have also released two albums to the country music format: 2005's Get Right with the Man and 2007's My Kind of Country. Overall, the group has had two singles on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks charts (the prior incarnation of Van Zant also had two), and six on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts.
Danger Zone
Van Zant Lyrics
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Took a shot at the easy way
Saw life as a place in line
Just another show to play
But when the facts were known
I saw a never ending road
That's when the music
We're livin' in a danger zone
Yes, we are
We're livin' in a danger zone
Oh, you know we are
We're livin' in a danger zone
I look to the people
To survive yet another day
Couldn't find no peace of mind
It was hell on the highway
I turned a one-way man
With a certain kind of plan
Things get mean behind the scenes
They've gotten out of hand
We're livin' in a danger zone
Yes, we are
We're livin' in a danger zone
Oh, you know we are
We're livin' in a danger zone
[?] danger zone
You gonna look out
Ooh, livin' in a danger zone
Yes, we are
Look what's goin' on
It's the start of another day
Everybody's feeling right
Every thing's okay
Look to the past
With a pain that's sure to last
Livin' life was just a fight
I was livin' life so fast
We're livin' in a danger zone
Yes, we are
We're livin' in a danger zone
Oh, you know we are
We're livin' in a danger zone
Play one more time yeah, yeah
The song "Danger Zone" by Van Zant starts off with the singer expressing his initial perspective on life - he used to go for the good times and the easy way out and saw life as just another show to play. However, he soon realized that there is much more to life than just seeking momentary pleasure. He saw that life is an endless journey and it was at this point that music took control of his life.
As the song progresses, the singer explains that life isn't always easy and at times we get trapped in a vicious cycle of survival. Life can be a danger zone, with people turning into one-way men just trying to survive. Behind the scenes, things can get mean and out of hand, and it's important to be aware of the danger zone we're living in.
The final verse of the song shows that despite the difficulties of life, there is hope. Another day is starting and people are feeling good - everything seems okay. However, it's essential to look to the past and learn from the pain and struggles that we've endured. Life might seem like a fight, but it's important to take control and never forget the danger zone we're living in.
Overall, this song highlights the importance of living life consciously, being aware of the potential dangers, and moving forward with hope, despite the difficulties that we may face.
Line by Line Meaning
I took to the good times
I enjoyed the good times of life
Took a shot at the easy way
I tried to take the easy way out
Saw life as a place in line
I saw life as just another routine
Just another show to play
Just another performance to give
But when the facts were known
But when I found out the truth
I saw a never ending road
I realized there's no end to the struggles of life
That's when the music
That's when I found comfort in music
Just took control
That's when music took over my emotions
We're livin' in a danger zone
We're living in a risky situation
Yes, we are
It's true, we are
Oh, you know we are
You're aware that we're in a risky situation
I look to the people
I look up to others for support
To survive yet another day
To endure another day
Couldn't find no peace of mind
Couldn't find any mental peace
It was hell on the highway
Driving on the highway was dreadful
I turned a one-way man
I became someone with a single mindset
With a certain kind of plan
With a specific strategy in mind
Things get mean behind the scenes
Things can be harsh when they're hidden from view
They've gotten out of hand
They've become uncontrollable
[?] danger zone
Unclear, cannot provide insight
You gonna look out
Be alert
Ooh, livin' in a danger zone
Oh, we're in a risky situation
Look what's goin' on
Observe what's happening around you
It's the start of another day
It's the beginning of another day
Everybody's feeling right
Everyone's feeling good
Every thing's okay
Everything's fine
Look to the past
Reflect on what happened previously
With a pain that's sure to last
With a pain that's long-lasting
Livin' life was just a fight
Life was a constant struggle
I was livin' life so fast
I was living life too quickly
Play one more time yeah, yeah
Play the music one more time, yes, yes
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ERIK LUNDGREN, JOHNNY ROY VAN ZANT, LARRY STEELE
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