Just for Now

Imogen Heap

About Just for Now

"Just for Now" is a song by English recording artist and producer Imogen Heap, from her second studio album, Speak for Yourself (2005). Written and produced by Heap, the song was originally written for the second-season episode of the television series The O. C. entitled "The Chrismukkah That Almost Wasn't", but was deemed too dark for the episode. "Just for Now" is an electronica song about a constant mayhem within a holiday environment, in which the singer sings to set aside the disarray for a short time of peace. Heap has performed the song in live performances, which she invites the audience to participate on it. "Just for Now" was covered by American recording artist Kelly Clarkson, for her sixth studio album Wrapped in Red (2013). Her version of the song, produced by Greg Kurstin, musically quotes the Christmas standard "Carol of the Bells" and was met with positive reviews. The song was also sampled in Clams Casino's composition I'm God, featured on both Instrumentals and Lil B's 6 Kiss, and was covered by Pentatonix on their 2015 deluxe edition of their Christmas album That's Christmas to Me. 


Year:
2005
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Just for now
Just for now
Just for now
Just for now
Just for now
Just for now

It's that time of year
Leave all our hopelessness's aside
If just for a little while
Just stop right here
I know we've followed a bumpy ride.
I'm sinking along your side

How did you know?
It's what I always wanted
Could never have too many of these
Well you, quit kicking me under the table
I'm trying; will somebody make her shut up about it?
Can we settle down please?

It's that time of year
Leave all our hopelessness's aside
If just for a little while
Just stop right here
I know we've followed a bumpy ride.
I'm sinking along your side

Lie down
Deep breaths
Count to ten
Nod your head

I think something is burning
Now you've ruined the whole thing
Might fool the smoke alarm
Whoever put on this music?
Better quick sharp remove it
Pour me another
Oh, don't wag your finger at me

It's that time of year
Leave all our hopelessness's aside
If just for a little while
Just stop right here
I know we've followed a bumpy ride.
I'm sinking along your side

Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here
Get me outta here

Just for now
Just for now.

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Imogen Heap

Imogen Jennifer Jane Heap ( /ˈɪmədʒɨn ˈhiːp/; born 9 December 1977 in the London Borough of Havering) is a Grammy Award-winning English singer, composer and songwriter from Havering, London. She is known for her work as part of the musical duo Frou Frou and her solo albums, which she writes, produces, and mixes. She has produced three solo albums, the latest of which is 2009's Ellipse, which was a North American chart success and earned Heap two Grammy nominations, winning Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical. more »

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Written by: IMOGEN JENNIFER HEAP

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2 facts about this song

Imogen Heap Version
1. Genre Classification: "Just for Now" by Imogen Heap is often described as electro-pop, an interesting hybrid of electronic music and pop. 2. Release Date: This track was first released on November 7, 2005. 3. Album Information: "Just for Now" is included in Imogen Heap's second studio album entitled "Speak for Yourself." 4. Music Composition: The stellar composition of the song is accredited to Imogen Heap herself. It showcases her knack for producing synthetic sounds evocative of diverse and palpable emotions. 5. Techno-human Theme: The track is prominent for its techno-human theme, signifying Heap's recurring exploration of the relationship between technology and humanity in her music. 6. Song Inspiration: "Just for Now" was derived from a family argument during Christmas, capturing the tension and temporary peace during familial gatherings. 7. Global Recognition: Imogen Heap's "Just For Now" has achieved global recognition, exhibiting her musical genius beyond the boundaries of her native England. 8. Use in Media: Additionally, "Just for Now" was used in several TV shows, like The O.C., and in movies, such as The Holiday, amplifying its popular reach.
Pentatonix Version
1. Genre Classification: The Pentatonix's rendition of "Just for Now" is classified as acapella pop due to the group's unique vocal arrangements and harmonic strength. 2. Release Date: Pentatonix's cover was uploaded on YouTube on December 7, 2012. 3. Viral Performance: The YouTube video swiftly went viral, accumulating millions of views and underscoring the group’s popularity and talent. 4. Beatboxing Element: Unlike the original version, Pentatonix enlivened the song by introducing a beatboxing element performed by Kevin Olusola, adding a unique touch to their cover. 5. Recognition: The cover further propelled the group to fame and cemented their place as one of the prominent figures in the a capella music industry. 6. Performance: The song is known for the impressive blend of the group's five distinct voices which seamlessly lyrically tell the story while mastering the complex musical arrangement. 7. Visual Presentation: The accompanying music video was equally compelling with a minimalistic and intimate setting that complimented the song's emotive content.

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