Two Step
Dave Matthews Band Lyrics
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You laid down and gave to me just what I'm seeking
Say love, you drive me to distraction
Oh hey my love do you believe that we might last a thousand years
Or more if not for this
Our flesh and blood
It ties you and me right up
Tie me down
Oh well, celebrate we will
Because life is short but sweet for certain
We're climbing two by two
To be sure these days continue
These things we cannot change
Hey, my love, you came to me like wine comes to this mouth
Grown tired of water all the time
You quench my heart and you quench my mind
Celebrate we will
Because life is short but
Sweet for certain
We're climbing two by two
To be sure these days continue
The things we cannot
Celebrate, you and me, climbing two by two, to be sure
These days continue, things we cannot change
Oh, my love I came to you
With best intentions
You laid down and gave to me
Just what I'm seeking
Celebrate we will
Because life is short
But sweet for certain
We're climbing two by two
To be sure these days continue
Things we cannot change
Things we cannot change
In the song Two Step by Dave Matthews Band, the singer is expressing his love and adoration for his partner. He starts by saying that he came to her with good intentions and she gave him what he was seeking. The man is so in love that his partner drives him to distraction. The chorus of the song talks about celebrating life because it is short but sweet for sure, and that they are climbing two by two to ensure these good days continue. He expresses that life is uncertain and full of things that they cannot change, but they will cherish and make the most of what they have.
The song talks about the beauty of life and how it should be celebrated. It speaks of a love that is passionate and deep, one that offers nourishment to body, heart and mind. The lyrics reflect the joy of living in the moment and cherishing what we have, even though there is so much that we can't control. The use of "two by two" throughout the song implies that the singer and his partner are united and connected as they journey through life together.
Line by Line Meaning
Say, my love, I came to you with best intentions
Addressing the significance of one's intentions upon approaching their lover
You laid down and gave to me just what I'm seeking
Acknowledging how their partner fulfilled their needs and desires
Say love, you drive me to distraction
Expressing the power of their love and how it affects their focus
Oh hey my love do you believe that we might last a thousand years
Questioning the idea of an eternal, everlasting love
Or more if not for this
Exploring the possibility of obstacles in the way of eternal love
Our flesh and blood
Highlighting the physical limitations of the human experience
It ties you and me right up
Pointing out how the physical limits of our existence may bind us
Tie me down
Expressing a willingness to be bound by love
Oh well, celebrate we will
Marking an occasion for celebration
Because life is short but sweet for certain
Reflecting on the fleeting but enjoyable nature of life
We're climbing two by two
Describing an intimate journey taken by two individuals
To be sure these days continue
Acknowledging the importance of maintaining the happiness they have found
These things we cannot change
Reminding us of the inevitability of certain aspects of life
Hey, my love, you came to me like wine comes to this mouth
An analogy of the satisfaction and intoxication of love
Grown tired of water all the time
Comparing the mundane quality of love to drinking water
You quench my heart and you quench my mind
Describing how the love of their partner provides a fulfilling and satisfying experience
Celebrate, you and me, climbing two by two, to be sure
Highlighting that the two lovers will embark on a journey of celebration together
These days continue, things we cannot change
Reiterating that the good times will inevitably continue, despite life's challenges
Oh, my love I came to you
Reaffirming the intentionality and purpose behind their love and approach to their partner
With best intentions
Emphasizing the pure, genuine nature of their love
You laid down and gave to me
Recalling how their partner provided what they needed
Just what I'm seeking
Stressing the significance of how their partner fulfilled their needs
Celebrate we will
Ending the song by repeating the same sentiment of marking an occasion for jubilation
Because life is short
Emphasizing how fleeting and finite life is, and how important it is to celebrate its joys
But sweet for certain
Highlighting the sweetness and beauty of all that life has to offer, despite its brevity
Things we cannot change
Concluding with a reminder of the permanent nature of certain aspects of life, and the importance of embracing it all with joy and celebration.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: David John Matthews
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@clarkdubya2
I was at this concert, about 50 feet from the stage, it was incredible, a show for the ages.
@solangesandel5667
Me too..I was right in front of the stage. Waited for hours, so worth it, and every time I listen to this, it takes me back to that moment. The most amazing concert ever.
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I was the guy in front of you in the big cowboy hat. 🤠
@Just_a_guy093
This not having 10 million plus is a shock.. this is music. This moves the soul and talks to it. Dave comes through arizona most years. I’m going this year… period. I love you Dave!!
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68 and still Dave and Metallica my best memories
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The best 18 minutes of music I’ve heard in my life.
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Answer is, you're absolutely right. They are out of this world
@CDRNR
My God what is this? They are not from this planet. Bass, chords, theme, drums... One of the best performances ever! 👏👏👏
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Go deep!!! They are insane