The Remedy

Jason Mraz

About The Remedy

"The Remedy (I Won't Worry)" is the debut single released by American singer-songwriter Jason Mraz from his debut album Waiting for My Rocket to Come in 2002. The song is about a good friend of Jason's, Charlie Mingroni, being struck with cancer and how it changed Jason's outlook on life. Occasionally, while performing this song during his shows, Jason would include a singalong with the audience to Oasis's "Wonderwall." This song was his first top-forty hit, reaching number 15 on the US Billboard Hot 100. He would not have a second until 2008's "I'm Yours." Outside the United States, the song reached number 32 in New Zealand and became a minor hit in Australia, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. 


Year:
2009
6:21
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I saw fireworks from the freeway and behind closed eyes I cannot make them go away
Cause you were born on the fourth of July, freedom ring
now something on the surface it stings
that something on the surface it kind of makes me nervous who says that you deserve this
and what kind of god would serve this? We will cure this dirty old disease
if you've got the poison I've got the remedy

the remedy is the experience It is a dangerous liaison
I say the comedy is that its serious Which is a strange enough new play on words
I say the tragedy is how you're gonna spend the rest of your nights with the light on
So shine the light on all of your friends because it all amounts to nothing in the end

I won't worry my life away
I won't worry my life away

I heard two men talking on the radio in a cross fire kind of new reality show
Uncovering the ways to plan the next big attack
they were counting down the days to stab the brother in the be right back after this
the unavoidable kiss, where the minty fresh death breath is sure to outlast his catastrophe
dance with me, because if you've got the poison, I've got the remedy

the remedy is the experience It is a dangerous liaison
I say the comedy is that its serious Which is a strange enough new play on words
I say the tragedy is how you're gonna spend the rest of your nights with the light on
So shine the light on all of your friends because it all amounts to nothing in the end

I won't worry my life away
I won't worry my life away

When I fall in love I take my time
There's no need to hurry when I'm making up my mind
You can turn off the sun but I'm still gonna shine and I'll tell you why
Because

the remedy is the experience It is a dangerous liaison
I say the comedy is that its serious Which is a strange enough new play on words
I say the tragedy is how you're gonna spend the rest of your nights with the light on
So shine the light on all of your friends because it all amounts to nothing in the end

I won't worry my life away
I won't worry my life away
I won't and I won't and I won't

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Jason Mraz

Jason Thomas Mraz ( /məˈræz/; born June 23, 1977) is an American singer-songwriter. Mraz first came to prominence on the San Diego coffee house scene in 2000. At one of these coffee houses, Mraz met percussionist Toca Rivera and released Live at Java Joe's. He released his debut album, Waiting for My Rocket to Come, which contained the hit single "The Remedy (I Won't Worry)", in 2002, but it was not until the release of his second album, Mr. A-Z, in 2005, that Mraz achieved major commercial success. The album peaked at number five on the Billboard 200 and sold over 100,000 copies in the US. In 2008, Mraz released his third studio album, We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things. The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and was a commercial success worl… more »

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Written by: Lauren Christy, Graham Edwards, Scott Spock, Jason Mraz

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Goo-Eyed Music

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10 facts about this song

BACKGROUND
"The Remedy (I Won't Worry)" is a song by American singer-songwriter Jason Mraz, from his second studio album "Waiting for My Rocket to Come," released in 2002.
CHART PERFORMANCE
The song achieved considerable success, reaching number 15 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and being Mraz's first single to enter the charts.
INSPIRATION
The song was inspired by Mraz's friend, Charlie Mingroni, who was diagnosed with cancer. Instead of letting it break him down, his friend decided to fight it with a positive attitude that greatly impressed Mraz.
CO-WRITER
The song was co-written with music producers The Matrix, who have worked with various other artists like Avril Lavigne and Britney Spears.
GENRE
The genre of "The Remedy (I Won't Worry)" is pop rock, characterized by its uplifting beat and catchy melody.
LYRICS
The song's lyrics encourages its listeners to not worry too much about the problems they face and to live in the moment.
VIDEO CONCEPT
The music video for "The Remedy" involves Mraz and his band performing at a Japanese game show, inspired by his love for Japanese culture.
CRITICAL RECEPTION
Critics were favorable towards "The Remedy." They praised its upbeat nature and positive message, although some felt that it was a bit too radio-friendly.
LIVE PERFORMANCES
Jason Mraz has regularly performed "The Remedy" at his concerts. The song's crowd-pleasing nature makes it a staple of his live shows.
VERSIONS AND COVERS
Many artists, including American Idol contestant Chris Richardson, have covered the track, showcasing its continued relevance and popularity.

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