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.
Save Me
Dave Matthews Lyrics
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Who told me of his crazy plan
He'd been walking there for twenty days
He was going to walk on
For twenty more
Said "How about a drink or a bite to eat?"
He said "No, my faith is all I need"
So then, save me
If you can
You don't need to prove a thing to me
Just give me faith, make me believe
Come on, save me
Save me Mister walking man
If you can
Come on, save me
Save me Mister stranger
If you please save me
Save me
Stranger, if you please
Or am I too far gone
I see to get back home
To get back home
How about you take a ride with me
We could kill some time, shoot the breeze
He said "every whispering wind and second counts"
Oh, maybe if you walk, but you should drive around
Save me
Save me
Mr. walking man, if you can
Come on, save me
Save me Mr. stranger, if you please
Save me, save me
Stranger, if you please
Or am I too far gone
To get back home
To get back home
I don't need you to stall for some time, no
I don't need you to turn water into wine, no
I don't need you to, to fly
I'm just asking you to save me
(Might try saving yourself)
I'm going to save me
(Might try saving yourself)
I swear those lips shine
(Might try saving yourself)
As it, the moon, the moon it shines
(Might try saving yourself)
Why don't you, save me
(Might try saving yourself)
Come on and save me
(Might try saving yourself)
The song "Save Me" by Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds tells the story of encountering a stranger in the desert who has been walking alone for twenty days without food or drink. This man refused any help or assistance and claimed that his faith was enough to keep him going. The singer then urges the stranger to save him, not necessarily physically but through providing hope and faith. The repeated chorus emphasizes this plea for help, with the singer asking for salvation from both the mister walking man and the stranger.
The song reflects on the difficulties of life and the desire for comfort and guidance. The singer seems to be lost both physically and emotionally, and seeks help from someone who appears to have a greater sense of purpose and faith. The stranger represents a possible source of hope and guidance, and the singer is desperately seeking salvation from him.
Overall, "Save Me" is a song about hope and the search for something bigger than oneself. It also acknowledges the challenges of life and the need for assistance, whether it comes in the form of faith or another person.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm driving through the desert I, met a man
While traveling through the desert, the singer encounters a man.
Who told me of his crazy plan
The man shares with the singer his seemingly illogical plan.
He'd been walking there for twenty days
The man had already spent 20 days walking in the desert.
He was going to walk on
Despite the harsh conditions, the man intends to continue walking.
For twenty more
He plans to walk an additional 20 days.
Said "How about a drink or a bite to eat?"
The singer offers the man hospitality.
He said "No, my faith is all I need"
The man declines, stating that his faith sustains him.
So then, save me
Save me mister walking man
If you can
The singer pleads for the man to save him if he is able.
You don't need to prove a thing to me
Just give me faith, make me believe
The singer doesn't need proof, only faith to believe.
Come on, save me
Save me Mister walking man
If you can
Come on, save me
Save me Mister stranger
If you please save me
Save me
Stranger, if you please
The singer continues to ask for salvation from either the man or anyone else who can save him.
Or am I too far gone
I see to get back home
To get back home
He wonders if he's too lost to return home.
How about you take a ride with me
We could kill some time, shoot the breeze
The singer offers to take the man on a ride to pass the time.
He said "every whispering wind and second counts"
Oh, maybe if you walk, but you should drive around
The man emphasizes the importance of not wasting time but also suggests driving instead of walking.
I don't need you to stall for some time, no
I don't need you to turn water into wine, no
I don't need you to, to fly
I'm just asking you to save me
The singer clarifies that he doesn't need a miracle, only salvation.
(Might try saving yourself)
I'm going to save me
(Might try saving yourself)
I swear those lips shine
(Might try saving yourself)
As it, the moon, the moon it shines
(Might try saving yourself)
Why don't you, save me
(Might try saving yourself)
Come on and save me
(Might try saving yourself)
The singer encourages the man to consider saving himself while also continuing to ask for his own salvation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID JOHN MATTHEWS
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Driving through the desert I met a man
Who told me of his crazy plan
He'd been walking there for 20 days
He was gonna walk on for 20 more
I said, "How 'bout a drink or a bite to eat"
He said, "No, my faith is all I need"
So then, save me, save me
Mister walking man, if you can
You don't need to prove a thing to me
Just give me faith make me believe
C'mon save me, save me
Mister walking man, if you can
C'mon save me, save me
I said, "Stranger if you please"
Save me, save me
Stranger if you please
Or am I too far gone?
I said, "to get back home"
How 'bout you take a ride with me
We could kill some time, shoot the breeze
He said, "every whispering wind and second counts"
Oh, maybe if you walk but you should drive around
Save me, save me
Mister walking man, if you can
C'mon save me, save me
I said, "stranger, if you please"
Save me, save me
Stranger, if you please
Or am I too far gone?
To get back home
I don't need you to stop the sunshine, no
I don't need you to turn water into wine, no
I don't need you to, to fly
I'm just asking you to save me
I'm gonna save me
(You might try savin' yourself)
I swear those lips shine
(You might try savin' yourself)
As it, the, the moon it shines
(You might try savin' yourself)
Why don't you, save me
(You might try savin' yourself)
Come on and save me
(You might try savin' yourself)
Oh, oh, oh, oh
(You might try savin' yourself)
Why don't ya save me
(You might try savin' yourself)
Why don't ya save me
Save me, save me
@CarolineChiasson
This man saved my life with his music. Thank you for saving me Mr. Music Man :)
@ba2981
I wanna tap
@JacobMichaelC
A flat out musical genius. I wish I had more words to describe Dave, and this album, but words fail me.
@pattiloughrey3544
It was my daughter that introduced to DMB.. forever grateful ... 8 cd's and seen them twice my life will never be the same.. thank you Stacey
@brianmahoney4181
I've walked a lonely, trying, stressful life with more rough times than good but, this song made me think differently about life and how other people have it worse than me and when I used to wish someone would save me, I realized I was somebody....thank you DMB
@NeverHeard033
I'm glad I've had the ability to have grown up my literal whole life (since they started in the early 1990s and I was born in 1999) listening to this band. Thanks mom <3
@jessejames7116
same here... except, born in 1993. thanks dad <3
@tonymullins8687
Sarcasm & Lies they were around in the early 90s buddy. I was lucky enough to meet Dave in I believe in 94 @ the down home in Johnson City TN. really a nice guy. If I remember right it was Dave Mathews band was opening for Blues Traveler.
@joanpaul5953
@Tony Mullins I love Dave Matthew borned in59 my awesome son turned me on love This man and band thanks Timothy
@sakcee
Flawless !! indeed, what a master peiece of work!
Some Devil is an awesome Studio Album!!!