The lyrics explore themes of mortality and the finality of death through a narrative of sudden violence. The protagonist, Johnny, experiences an abrupt demise signified by a bullet wound, emblematic of street violence and its irreversible consequences. His death is portrayed with a somber acknowledgment, as he contemplates familial connections, namely his parents, yet remains beyond their aid—a poignant commentary on the helplessness and grief that often accompany such tragic losses. The repeated sounds mimic his last moments, emphasizing the inevitability of his fate. Furthermore, the live setting accentuates the performative aspect of storytelling, blending dark humor with grim reality to underscore a critique of societal indifference. This ephemeral yet realistic portrayal serves as a moment of reflection on the fragility of life and the pervasive impact of violence. #Mortality #StreetViolence #SocialCommentary
Johnny's Dead AKA Vincent Mason (Live from the BK Lounge)
Lyrics
This one is, um
A short rendition
In which, uh, me and a pianist mate of mine
By the name of Prince Paul
I shall not relieve, I mean reveal, my, uh
Identity
So, I, I think we will begin like this
Are you ready, Prince Paul?
Yo
You're fuckin' us up, man
Yo, swear to God, I'm good, man
You're fuckin' us up, man
As we begin again
Rude interruption from the audience
Here we go
Oh, Johnny
You got a bullet in your forehead, boy
Don't you understand? You dead
Buried six feet under the concrete
"Ooh, whoa, whoa"
That's the noise he made when he got shot
But Johnny's still dead
Still dead
Thought about his mama
Thought about his father Josephine
But nobody could help the boy when he hit the concrete
"Ooh, whoa, whoa"
The last words said by Johnny
But now he's six feet under and he's dead
Our next song we'll play is called "Jenifa"
And we'll be back in a minute
Writer(s): David Jolicoeur, Kelvin Mercer, Paul Huston, Paul E. Huston, Vincent Mason
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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