They recorded a demo (which now circulates as 'The Original Demos') and eventually an album, 'The Fatherless and the Widow' for R.E.X. Records in 1993. The record featured Chris Dodds (of Slocum's band Love Coma) on drums. Shortly after the release of the album, Slocum left Love Coma to pursue Sixpence full time. The band added Tess Wiley (guitar), J.J. Plasencio (bass) and Dale Baker (drums) for 1995's 'This Beautiful Mess'. Both albums, with featured the group's early explicit Christian contemporary music sound, were produced by Armand John Petri.
In 1997, the group signed to Steve Taylor's Squint Entertainment and prepared for the release of a self-titled album, with their work slowly began garnering attention from a wider audience. In 1999, "Kiss Me" was released as a single, propelling Sixpence into the national pop spotlight. This song was also notably used in the romantic comedy film 'She's All That'. The next year, the band recorded a cover of Britpop originators The La's "There She Goes", which became their second hit single. This recording was added to Sixpence's self-titled album, an album that received several releases, as a 13th track.
'Sixpence None the Richer', featuring a confessional, melodic sound reminiscent of contemporary power pop bands as well as the softer side of earlier classic rock groups, provided both a critical and commercial breakthrough for the band. The group, made up then of Leigh Nash with Dale Baker, Matt Slocum, Sean Kelly, and Justin Cary, had both "Kiss Me" and "There She Goes" as top 40 hits receiving lasting airplay, and the parent album took the #1 slot on Billboard's 'Top Contemporary Christian' chart. In terms of the group's religiously inspired melodies and lyrics, they had evolved to even more of a subtle, emotionally minded focus based on personal storytelling rather than proselytizing.
The band had a follow up album ready to release, but Squint Entertainment started to fall apart. Though leaving the band in limbo for several years, they still toured to an enthusiastic fan-base. Finally, Squint Entertainment was taken over by Word Records, allowing Sixpence None the Richer to record the album 'Divine Discontent', which was released in October of 2002. It differed significantly from the first pre-release version of the album that had circulated, with five songs removed and six added, but still received some positive critical reviews.
On February 26, 2004, Matt Slocum announced via a letter to CCM Magazine that the group had disbanded. That same year, Best of was released, which also collected some of the Divine Discontent outtakes, and tracks from compilations.
Matt Slocum has started a new band, the Astronaut Pushers which released their debut EP in 2005. He has also recorded and performed with the seminal ambient rock group Hammock. Leigh Nash released her debut Solo Album Blue on Blue on 15 August 2006 on her personal label, One Son Records. The first single, My Idea of Heaven, was released to USA radio the week of 14 July 2006.
In November 2007, Sixpence None the Richer reunited. The band has released a new EP, entitled My Dear Machine, with tour dates planned throughout 2008 in the States and Europe. In October 2008, they released their first Christmas album entitled, The Dawn of Grace.
Website: http://www.sixpencehq.com/
Kiss Me
Sixpence None the Richer Lyrics
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Nightly, beside the green, green grass
Swing, swing, (swing, swing) swing the spinning step
You wear those shoes and I will wear that dress
Oh, kiss me, beneath the milky twilight
Lead me out on the moonlit floor
Lift your open hand
Strike up the band and make the fireflies dance
Silver moon's sparkling
So kiss me
Kiss me, (kiss me) down by the broken tree house
Swing me, (swing me) upon its hanging tire
Bring, bring, (bring, bring) bring your flowered hat
We'll take the trail marked on your father's map
Oh, kiss me, beneath the milky twilight
Lead me out on the moonlit floor
Lift your open hand
Strike up the band and make the fireflies dance
Silver moon's sparkling
So kiss me
Kiss me, beneath the milky twilight
Lead me out on the moonlit floor
Lift your open hand
Strike up the band and make the fireflies dance
Silver moon's sparkling
So kiss me
So kiss me
So kiss me
So kiss me
The lyrics to "Kiss Me" by Sixpence None the Richer are a romantic and whimsical invitation for a kiss beneath the starry night sky. The song describes a couple in a natural setting, surrounded by green grass, silver moons, and fireflies. The bearded barley and flowered hats evoke a sense of nostalgia for a simpler time. The swinging tire and broken tree house add an element of childhood adventure to the scene. The repeated refrain of "kiss me" emphasizes the passion and urgency of the speaker's desire for their partner.
The second verse introduces the moonlit dance floor as a new location for the couple to share a moment of intimacy. The image of the open hand and the band striking up suggest a formal dance environment, while the references to fireflies and sparkling moons remind us of the natural beauty surrounding the couple. The final verse recalls the wildness and spontaneity of youth by referencing the father's map and the broken treehouse. All three verses share a sense of wonder and a desire to connect on a deeper level with the person being addressed.
Overall, "Kiss Me" is a sweet and romantic song that captures the magic of a summer night. It invites the listener to imagine themselves in the scenario described and feel the thrill of a first kiss.
Line by Line Meaning
Kiss me, out of the bearded barley
Please kiss me, even if we are in the middle of a field with tall, bearded barley.
Nightly, beside the green, green grass
Every night, I want to be close to you, surrounded by the lush green grass.
Swing, swing, (swing, swing) swing the spinning step
Let's dance and spin around together, enjoying the moment.
You wear those shoes and I will wear that dress
We can dress up and look our best for each other.
Oh, kiss me, beneath the milky twilight
Oh, please kiss me under the soft, glowing light of the stars at twilight.
Lead me out on the moonlit floor
Take my hand and guide me to the dance floor lit by the moon.
Lift your open hand
Hold your hand up and take mine in yours.
Strike up the band and make the fireflies dance
Let's start the music, create a magical moment and watch the fireflies flicker and glow to the rhythm.
Silver moon's sparkling
The silver moon is shining brightly, adding to the beauty of the night.
So kiss me
So please, just kiss me.
Kiss me, (kiss me) down by the broken tree house
Kiss me near the tree house that might be a little run down or broken, but we'll be happy to be together.
Swing me, (swing me) upon its hanging tire
Swing me on the hanging tire by the tree house, having fun together.
Bring, bring, (bring, bring) bring your flowered hat
Bring your flowered hat and let's continue the adventure together.
We'll take the trail marked on your father's map
Let's take the path shown on the map made by your father and continue exploring together.
So kiss me
So please, just kiss me.
So kiss me
So please, just kiss me.
So kiss me
So please, just kiss me.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Matthew Preston Slocum
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Lyrics
Kiss me, out of the bearded barley
Nightly, beside the green, green grass
Swing, swing, (swing, swing) swing the spinning step
You wear those shoes and I will wear that dress
Oh, kiss me, beneath the milky twilight
Lead me out on the moonlit floor
Lift your open hand
Strike up the band and make the fireflies dance
Silver moon's sparkling
So kiss me
Kiss me, (kiss me) down by the broken tree house
Swing me, (swing me) upon its hanging tire
Bring, bring, (bring, bring) bring your flowered hat
We'll take the trail marked on your father's map
Oh, kiss me, beneath the milky twilight
Lead me out on the moonlit floor
Lift your open hand
Strike up the band and make the fireflies dance
Silver moon's sparkling
So kiss me
Kiss me, beneath the milky twilight
Lead me out on the moonlit floor
Lift your open hand
Strike up the band and make the fireflies dance
Silver moon's sparkling
So kiss me
So kiss me
So kiss me
So kiss me
ljcool17
This one of those magical songs that make you feel something or remember a memory that never existed.
Brian Bullington
I agree. I feel this way about the song "somewhere only we know" as well. It is like a friend of mine once said about Belle and Sevastian: "it makes you feel nastalgic for a decade that never existed."
Charlie Garrett
@Brian Bullington totally get it from both songs too
Ridwan Ardian Wijaya
wow thats what i feel man
Shen Doodles
It makes me hear the voices of long-dead loved ones calling out to leave quickly
Tobology
I was 27 when I first saw this video. I was getting ready for work, at 3:40am, and making sure Mom was okay. As, I was walking towards her room, I heard her singing this song. Instantly a large smile spread across my face, and I bounced into her room singing with her. Every time she'd sing "Kiss Me" I'd bend down and kiss her on the cheek. She had been diagnosed with lung cancer just 3 months previously. So any, and every time her spirits were up became a 'trigger', for me, to raise the roof! I could care less about what time it was, or who was sleeping! Mom was happy & feeling good! I'd dance and sing, keeping the good vibes going until I had to go to work, or Mom tired out. Then we'd laugh until I had to leave. And, you know that that song played every work day at about the same time for at least 6 or 7 weeks! It was AWESOME!
riyah f
thank you for sharing your beautiful story ❤ music brings people together
Devansh Dwivedi
Thank you for sharing this, it was a beautiful read
Alex Crawford
Tobology: Aww, that’s so sweet.
melissa garcia
yes thank you for sharing 🥰😇