Matthews also released a solo CD, Some Devil, in 2003 joined by guitarists Tim Reynolds, Trey Anastasio, drummer Brady Blade, and bassist Tony Hall. This group and keyboardist Ray Paczkowski tours as "Dave Matthews & Friends."
Dave also plays some events solo, such as the Benaroya Hall concert, Farm Aid, and various other events.
Dave Matthews also plays acoustic gigs with long time friend Tim Reynolds.
In recent years he has also shown his acting talents, most recently guesting as a savant pianist in the series 'House M.D.' and a non-speaking role as a homosexual fashion advisor in the Adam Sandler film Chuck and Larry. He was also In Don't Mess With the Zohan.
An' Another Thing
Dave Matthews Lyrics
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It's my broken heart just where you leave me
Now I say to you, “ooooh boy.”
Weight on my head
You won't go up, oh
Weight on my head
Oooh ooh my babe...
Stay a minute just to hear you waitin',
And no one confine her
Sweet and tender won't you go out again?
Oh, rain on my head
Wouldn't you
Rain on my head?
Oh, someone take off a
Weight all alone
Ahh, I met a girl recently.
All in a sudden, all a suddenly
Nobody deal for the woe of the world
Wait, all a sudden, all a suddenly
It will all would be, all would be over
Wait, come on rain on my head.
Water water!
Dates,
Many, many dates how you all die.
Oh rain money,
Grow a war at heart
And in the fire,
One out of a million.
.. wait a minute,
Touch your look on me
Denial, denial
Touch your work with me
Do not deny
Rain on my head
Rain on my head
Rain on my head
Rain on my head
The lyrics of "An' Another Thing" by Dave Matthews seem to be about the singer getting over a heartbreak or an emotional weight that is affecting them. The singer is asking for rain to fall on their head, which can be seen as a metaphor for cleansing or purifying oneself. They mention the weight on their head, which they can't seem to shake off, making them feel stuck or trapped. The singer also talks about meeting a girl recently and how suddenly things changed. They mention the girl being sweet and tender and wanting her to go out again, suggesting the possibility of a new love. The last lines may refer to the transient nature of life, with many people dying and the world moving on.
The use of rain as a metaphor in the lyrics adds depth and emotion to the words. Rain is often associated with cleansing and renewing, which makes sense in the context of the song - the singer is asking for rain to wash away their pain and heartbreak. The weight on their head adds to the feeling of being trapped and unable to move on from whatever is troubling them.
The sudden shift in the lyrics when the singer mentions meeting a girl is interesting, as it introduces the possibility of new hope and happiness. This could be seen as a contrast to the sadness and despair of the previous lines.
Overall, the song seems to be about the ups and downs of life, the pain of heartbreak, and the hope for new beginnings. The use of rain as a metaphor adds a beautiful and introspective touch to the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Rain for me oh you but called me
I want the rain to come down on me, just like you promised, but you never did. This has broken my heart and left me feeling abandoned.
It's my broken heart just where you leave me
You left me with a broken heart and I am stuck here trying to pick up the pieces by myself.
Now I say to you, “ooooh boy.”
I want you to know that you have hurt me deeply and I am feeling frustrated and upset with you.
Weight on my head
I feel a heavy burden on my head, possibly from stress or worry.
You won't go up, oh
The weight on my head is not going away, no matter what I do.
Oooh ooh my babe...
Even though I am struggling, I still have affection for you and want to be with you.
Stay a minute just to hear you waitin',
I want you to stay with me for just a little while longer so I can enjoy your company and hear the sound of your voice.
And no one confine her
I want you to be free to make your own choices and not feel restricted by anyone, including me.
Sweet and tender won't you go out again?
I want to experience your kind and loving nature again, and hope that you will spend time with me once more.
Oh, rain on my head
I am asking for the rain to fall on my head, almost as if it will wash away my problems and cleanse me.
Wouldn't you
I am pleading with the rain to come down and help me feel better.
Someone take off a
I need someone to come and take some of the weight off my shoulders, whether that be emotional or physical.
Weight all alone
I am feeling the weight of my problems alone and it is too much to bear.
Ahh, I met a girl recently.
I have recently met a girl and she has made an impression on me.
All in a sudden, all a suddenly
Things have changed suddenly and unexpectedly in my life.
Nobody deal for the woe of the world
No one seems to care about the problems and troubles in the world.
Wait, all a sudden, all a suddenly
I am still trying to process the sudden changes in my life and come to terms with them.
It will all would be, all would be over
I am hoping that one day all of my problems and worries will disappear and I will be able to move on.
Wait, come on rain on my head.
I am once again asking for the rain to fall on my head and help wash away my troubles.
Water water!
I am excitedly calling for the rain to come and cleanse me.
Dates,
This could be a reference to dates on a calendar, possibly meaning that time is passing by quickly and he is getting older.
Many, many dates how you all die.
The passing of time can be depressing, as it reminds us that everything eventually comes to an end and we will all die one day.
Oh rain money,
He may be referring to the idea of 'making it rain' money, showing off his wealth and power.
Grow a war at heart
He may be feeling internal conflict or turmoil, or possibly commenting on the larger idea of war and violence in the world.
And in the fire,
The intensity of the situation is causing him to feel a sense of urgency and anxiety.
One out of a million.
He may be feeling like an outsider or that he is alone in his experiences and feelings.
.. wait a minute,
He is pausing to reflect and gather his thoughts.
Touch your look on me
He wants someone to touch him or reach out to him, possibly for emotional support or comfort.
Denial, denial
He may be feeling rejected or ignored by someone he cares about.
Touch your work with me
He is asking for someone to connect with him and share their experiences and feelings with him.
Do not deny
He is pleading with someone not to reject him or push him away.
Rain on my head
Once again, he is asking for the rain to come and cleanse him of his problems and worries.
Rain on my head
He is emphasizing his desire for the rain to come and help him.
Rain on my head
He is repeating his plea for the rain to come and wash away his troubles.
Rain on my head
He is still hoping for the rain to come and provide him with relief and a sense of renewal.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID JOHN MATTHEWS
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