While Jonah is a classically-trained guitarist, his musical talents extend well beyond the realm of strings. Drawing inspiration from a wide array of musicians such as Noah Kahan, Ed Sheeran, Anson Seabra, Julia Michaels, Lost Frequencies, RÜFÜS DU SOL, and Kygo, Jonah creates music meant to transcend genre-norms.
When he's not creating music, Jonah is either escaping into nature, trying to convince someone to let him pet their dog, or watching horror movies.
graveyard shift
jonah kagen Lyrics
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I dream of places that I′ve never been
I turn a to ghost into a friend
I dream of seeing you again
Oo-o-o-ooh
Your mind's racing
Oo-o-o-ooh
Down deep down down
Down down deep down down
There′s a sorrow in your soul that I recognize
I've been followed by the same ghosts for all my life
Darling I hate to see you cry like this
No matter how dark it gets
I'll take the graveyard shift
The graveyard shift
Your thoughts are out of your control
They take you places that you′re never meant to go
You don′t have to feel alone
We could walk each other home
Oo-o-o-ooh
Your mind's racing
Oo-o-o-ooh
Dragging you down
Down deep down down
Six feet under ground
There′s a sorrow in your soul that I recognize
I've been followed by the same ghosts for all my life
Darling I hate to see you cry like this
No matter how dark it gets
I′ll take the graveyard shift
Tell me what's heavy on you
Please don′t apologize
I live to be the one you call in the dead of night
There's not a place I wouldn't meet you in
No matter how dark it gets
I′ll take the graveyard shift
I′ll take the graveyard shift
In "Graveyard Shift," Jonah Kagen sings about being there for someone who is struggling emotionally. He starts with imagery of wandering and dreaming of new places, leading into the chorus where he recognizes the heaviness in his listener's soul. He tells them they do not need to feel alone and offers to be there for them, even in the darkest times. The repetition of "graveyard shift" emphasizes the idea of being available at any hour, no matter what time of night it may be.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of feeling lost and overwhelmed, and Kagen shows empathy towards someone who is struggling with their thoughts and emotions. The phrase "Your thoughts are out of your control" reflects the feeling of being unable to quiet a racing mind. He reassures the listener that they do not have to apologize for their pain and that he lives to be the one they call in the dead of night.
"Graveyard Shift" offers a message of support and comfort during difficult times. Kagen shows an understanding of the despair that some may feel and offers an emotional lifeline to those who need it most.
Line by Line Meaning
I take the road until it ends
I keep moving forward without knowing where I'm going.
I dream of places that I've never been
I have a great desire to explore new locations.
I turn a ghost into a friend
I am not afraid of the unknown or the supernatural.
I dream of seeing you again
I long for someone who is no longer with me.
Your mind's racing
You are overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions.
Dragging you down
Your thoughts and emotions are negatively impacting you.
Down deep down down
Your struggles are felt on a deep and profound level.
There's a sorrow in your soul that I recognize
I understand the pain you are experiencing.
I've been followed by the same ghosts for all my life
I have my own demons that haunt me constantly.
Darling I hate to see you cry like this
I empathize with your sadness and despair.
No matter how dark it gets
Regardless of how difficult the situation becomes.
I'll take the graveyard shift
I will be there for you, even in your darkest hours.
Your thoughts are out of your control
You feel powerless to stop the incessant flow of negative thoughts.
They take you places that you're never meant to go
Your thoughts can lead you to dark, dangerous places.
You don't have to feel alone
I am here for you and will support you through anything.
We could walk each other home
We can help each other through life's challenges.
Six feet under ground
A reference to death and despair.
Tell me what's heavy on you
Share your struggles with me, I am here to listen.
Please don't apologize
You have nothing to be sorry for, I am here to support you.
I live to be the one you call in the dead of night
I am always available to help, even in the darkest of times.
There's not a place I wouldn't meet you in
I am willing to go to great lengths to be there for you.
I'll take the graveyard shift
I will be there for you, even when everyone else is asleep.
Writer(s): Maggie Chapman, Joe Janiak, Jonah Kagen
Contributed by Jayce G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dina Alassaad
LYRICS😍
I take the road until it ends
I dream of places that I've never been
I turn a ghost into a friend
I dream of seeing you again
Oo-o-o-ooh
Your mind's racing
Oo-o-o-ooh
Dragging you down
Down deep down down
Down down deep down down
There's a sorrow in your soul that I recognize
I've been followed by the same ghosts for all my life
Darling I hate to see you cry like this
No matter how dark it gets
I'll take the graveyard shift
The graveyard shift
Your thoughts are out of your control
They take you places that you're never meant to go
You don't have to feel alone
We could walk each other home
Oo-o-o-ooh
Your mind's racing
Oo-o-o-ooh
Dragging you down
Down deep down down
Six feet under ground
There's a sorrow in your soul that I recognize
I've been followed by the same ghosts for all my life
Darling I hate to see you cry like this
No matter how dark it gets
I'll take the graveyard shift
Tell me what's heavy on you
Please don't apologize
I live to be the one you call in the dead of night
There's not a place I wouldn't meet you in
No matter how dark it gets
I'll take the graveyard shift
I'll take the graveyard shift
Betsy Sherman
The fact he wrote this song from some notes on a wall, is insane. This guy has talent. Can't wait for more of his music!
Dr. Sarda
This guy is a genius. I pity all those people who haven't discovered him yet. I'm so damn proud to have known him for over a year already <333
Manisha Sharma
Strongly agree with you
KarmAddict
Oh my god…I was having a bad day recently and this song literally make me feel better now. So glad I’ve met his every songs❤
Muthu Chennai_city
🤣🤣
Wesley Nysm
This is the best song so far in 2022. AMAZING WORK JONAH. YOU ARE INSANE.
Camila Hernández Maya
Amo esta canción tanto como las otras. Sin duda es un gran cantante Jonah❤
Yoloa888 As
Ja sicher, es gibt schon so einige tolle süsse Typen, an die man immer wieder gerne denkt.🤩😍💕❤🍀👍
Dina Alassaad
LYRICS😍
I take the road until it ends
I dream of places that I've never been
I turn a ghost into a friend
I dream of seeing you again
Oo-o-o-ooh
Your mind's racing
Oo-o-o-ooh
Dragging you down
Down deep down down
Down down deep down down
There's a sorrow in your soul that I recognize
I've been followed by the same ghosts for all my life
Darling I hate to see you cry like this
No matter how dark it gets
I'll take the graveyard shift
The graveyard shift
Your thoughts are out of your control
They take you places that you're never meant to go
You don't have to feel alone
We could walk each other home
Oo-o-o-ooh
Your mind's racing
Oo-o-o-ooh
Dragging you down
Down deep down down
Six feet under ground
There's a sorrow in your soul that I recognize
I've been followed by the same ghosts for all my life
Darling I hate to see you cry like this
No matter how dark it gets
I'll take the graveyard shift
Tell me what's heavy on you
Please don't apologize
I live to be the one you call in the dead of night
There's not a place I wouldn't meet you in
No matter how dark it gets
I'll take the graveyard shift
I'll take the graveyard shift
Thomas Ray
I literally discovered his other songs TODAY. What a good ending to a bad day