Hollon is originally from Cincinnati, Ohio but has relocated to the city of Los Angeles, California. His career began as a DJ on Cincinnati's WAIF and also as a DJ at a small club there called Ripley's hosting an evening of jazz, hip-hop and electronic music. He soon hooked up with New York producer DJ Osiris and Robert Curcio to produce "The Low End Sequence EP", named after his evening at Ripley's. Not long after that he met rapper Doseone in the local clubs and open mic nights and they collaborated on their first album titled Circle for Mush Records. This album grabbed the attention of John Peel and Gilles Peterson in the U.K. and soon they were a name in the British Underground Rap and Electronic scene.
The attention eventually led to Tom Brown, of Warp Records, asking Hollon to complete his first solo album for Lex Records. The album, Seed to Sun, was released in 2002. He has since released two more albums on Lex: a remix compendium entitled Corymb (2004), and most recently Blue Eyed in the Red Room (2005).
Boom Bip usually tours as full live band including drums, guitars, synths and many gadgets and machines. He has played many large festivals including: Pukkelpop, Coachella, Glastonbury and Transmusicales. He has toured with Super Furry Animals, Mice Parade, Interpol and others in the United States.
The Matter
Boom Bip Lyrics
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Then you look at me that way
Your hands hold on the railing
As we glide across the bay
With everything uncertain
It's easy to defend
But we do not talk of feelings
And you know I can't pretend
I don't believe in the power of love
I don't believe in the wisdom of stone
I don't believe in a God or the mind
La la la la
I listen to you breathing
Its steady and its slow
We lie close to the ceiling
I think of children in our home
But the quiet in the quarters
Stirs me from the thought
I might leave tommorow
To feel the joy of a new start
I don't believe in the power of love
I don't believe in the wisdom of stone
I don't believe in a God or the mind
In the morning many seabirds
On the icy wind arive
Never crowding their companions
Against the blinding sky they die
I think about you sleeping
How you'll miss the morning tide
But my stomach is uneasy
And I choose to stay outside
I don't believe in the power of love
I don't believe in the wisdom of stone
I don't believe in a God or the mind
I'm not alone
The song "The Matter" by Boom Bip appears to be a contemplative reflection on love, relationships, and the uncertainties that come with them. The first verse seems to set the scene of a couple seemingly on a boat, as they "glide across the bay." Despite the seemingly romantic moment, the lyrics suggest that there is a sadness underlying the situation, and that both parties are hesitant to talk about their feelings. The second verse highlights the singer's uncertainty about their own beliefs, as they express their disbelief in the power of love, wisdom, God, or the mind.
In the third verse, the perspective of the song shifts again, this time towards the morning and the appearance of seabirds. The singer seems to be in a state of flux, with uncertainty and anxiety about whether they should stay or go. As a whole, the song seems to examine the complexity of relationships and the difficulties that come with navigating them. The singer is grappling with their own beliefs and their own internal struggles, while also trying to understand the emotions and thoughts of their partner.
Line by Line Meaning
I know it makes you feel sad
I am aware that it makes you feel unhappy
Then you look at me that way
Then you gaze at me with that expression
Your hands hold on the railing
Your hands grasp the railing
As we glide across the bay
As we move smoothly across the bay
With everything uncertain
Despite the uncertainty of everything
It's easy to defend
It's simple to protect oneself
But we do not talk of feelings
But we avoid discussing our emotions
And you know I can't pretend
And you're aware that I cannot fake it
I don't believe in the power of love
I don't have faith in the strength of love
I don't believe in the wisdom of stone
I don't have faith in the intelligence of stone
I don't believe in a God or the mind
I lack belief in a higher power or the mind
La la la la
I listen to you breathing
I pay attention to the sound of your breath
Its steady and its slow
It's consistent and unhurried
We lie close to the ceiling
We are reclined near the ceiling
I think of children in our home
I contemplate the idea of having children in our residence
But the quiet in the quarters
However, the stillness in the living space
Stirs me from the thought
Disturbs my thinking
I might leave tommorow
I may depart the following day
To feel the joy of a new start
To experience the happiness of a fresh beginning
In the morning many seabirds
In the morning, many birds that live by the sea
On the icy wind arive
Come with the chilly wind
Never crowding their companions
Never gathering with their peers
Against the blinding sky they die
Against the glaring sky, they pass away
I think about you sleeping
I ponder about you sleeping
How you'll miss the morning tide
How you'll miss seeing the morning waters
But my stomach is uneasy
But I feel uncomfortable in my stomach
And I choose to stay outside
Thus, I decide to remain outdoors
I'm not alone
I'm not lonely
Contributed by Reagan R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@gregkuhl
this song is so underrated. it's quite amazing
@djamac360
The lyrics are wrenching, as they give a very real insight a couple in deep relationships and battle with thoughts on our partners. Its sad, but calm in the same matter. Its heard to listen to sometimes, but the music is so beautiful.
@thelunaticsings
how has this only got 377 views? Just had a moment with this song wow
@andrimar82
Boom Bip is such a highly underrated amazing and diverse artist. Always loved this song
Love artist´s like him coming from Hip Hop origins taking risks in their music making, respect for him.
@confiscator
Nina Nastasia wrote and recorded that song. Boom Bip just remixed it. He did a nice job, but give props where they're due.
@cul2cat
the oc
@elgreebo
WONDERFUL,
@confiscator
I love her version with Jim White. Great songwriter she is.
@KirbyofDarkness
...but I'm not alone
@mattbrandwich
@hotapplepipe trying to figure em out myself; I thienk for the most part its Am C G sounds like an extra chord might be thrown into the chorus