Johnny Wanna Live
Sandra
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I got something on my mind Makes me sad and makes my cry - oh no Johnny want to live Just an ordinary day An animal will pass away - oh no Johnny want to live Who's to say he got no rights Even not a right to life Don't know why it leaves you cold Don't know how to make it show - oh no Johnny want to live Johnny want to live Got to give his skin away For coats they wear on summerdays - oh no Johnny want to live Beauty aid and all the rest Come directly from a test - oh no Johnny want to live Through his eyes i look inside his heart He can feel like me and you Can't defend himself cause he can't talk And this is why i talk you Johnny isn't just a name He stands for every creature's pain - oh no Johnny want to live Johnny want to live Go and try to look inside his heart You can find your own mistakes Try to hide them thinking he can't talk But he can read them in your face I got something on my mind It makes me sad And it makes me cry - oh no Let him live Tell me why it leaves you cold I swear I'm gonna make it show - oh no Johnny want to live Johnny want to live
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Written by: FRANK PETER, KLAUS HIRSCHBURGER, MICHAEL CRETU
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Essence"Johnny Wanna Live" is a heartfelt song by German pop singer Sandra which talks against animal cruelty and advocates animal rights.
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InspirationThe inspiration for the song came from the perspective of a pet that has been subjected to cosmetic testing and fur farming.
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Released YearThe song was released in the year 1992, a break from Sandra's usual style, reflecting her strong personal feelings towards the issue.
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AlbumThis song is from the album "Close to Seven", and was later included in her compilation album “18 Greatest Hits”.
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Collaborative WorkBoth Sandra and her then-husband, Michael Cretu were among the many artists who contributed to the album "Artists United for Nature" with the eponymous single.
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Chart Performance"Johnny Wanna Live" is one of Sandra's most successful songs, reaching the top 10 chart position in several countries, including Germany and Switzerland.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video of the song is quite impactful, showing images of cosmetic testing on animals and fur farming, solidifying its message against animal cruelty.
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DedicationInterestingly, the song "Johnny Wanna Live" is dedicated to Sandra's pet rabbit, who passed away during the making of this song.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists including U96 in 1996 with slightly altered lyrics and by Trance Voices, more recently in 2002.
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ReceptionCritics appreciated the meaningful content and message behind the song, setting it apart from Sandra's usual romantic and upbeat style. It is considered among her most significant works.
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