The duo gained attention with the release of a 1996 concert "Live at Luther College". VH1 recorded a 1999 performance to air as part of the program "Storytellers."
During the Dave Matthews & Friends tours, Dave and Tim opened with an acoustic set; however, they have played midset at some more recent shows.
Recently, the duo embarked on their first tour of Europe, marking their first tour outside of the States, as well as their first extended tour since the Winter 2003 tour.
Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds have most recently released "Live at Radio City", a 2DVD/2CD album on August 14th, 2007 recorded in April of the same year.
Satellite
Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds Lyrics
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Like a diamond in the sky
How I wonder.
Satellite strung from the moon
And the world your balloon
Peeping tom for the mother station
[Chorus]
And the calm away by the storm is chasing
Everything good needs replacing
Look up, look down all around, hey satellite
Satellite, headlines read
Someone's secrets you've seen
Eyes and ears have been
Satellite dish in my yard
Tell me more, tell me more
Who's the king of your satellite castle?
[Chorus]
Rest high above the clouds no restrictions
Television we bounce 'round the world
And while I spend these hours
Five senses reeling,
I laugh about the weatherman's satellite eyes.
Satellite in my eyes
Like a diamond in the sky
How I wonder.
Satellite strung from the moon
And the world your balloon
Peeping tom for the mother station
[Chorus]
Rest high above the clouds no restrictions
Television you bounce from the world
And while I spend these hours
Five senses reeling
I laugh about this world in my satellite eyes.
The song "Satellite" by Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds is a reflection on the role that technology plays in our lives. The opening lyrics describe the image of a satellite in the sky, comparable to a diamond shining above. The song then goes on to describe the function of satellites, acting as peeping toms for the mother station by transmitting information from faraway places, including secrets. The chorus of the song then talks about the fleeting nature of time and how everything good must eventually be replaced.
The second verse contemplates the role of the satellite dish in the presenter's backyard as a means of accessing information from the larger network. Throughout the song, there is a sense of wonder and awe towards technology and its ability to connect people around the world. The final verses express an appreciation for the freedom offered by technology, allowing us to transcend boundaries and to laugh about the world as seen through the eyes of a satellite.
Line by Line Meaning
Satellite in my eyes
I am looking at the satellite above me, appearing like a shining diamond in the sky
Like a diamond in the sky
The satellite appears like a gem in the sky, glittering and glowing
How I wonder.
I am curious about the satellite and its activities
Satellite strung from the moon
The satellite is connected to the moon and hung from it
And the world your balloon
The earth appears like a balloon to the satellite, small and hanging below it
Peeping tom for the mother station
The satellite acts like a curious observer, spying on the earth for its central station
[Chorus]
Refrain of the song
Winter's cold spring erases
The spring season replaces the winter season, erasing its coldness
And the calm away by the storm is chasing
The calmness is interrupted by the storm that is approaching
Everything good needs replacing
Good things do not last forever; they need to be replaced
Look up, look down all around, hey satellite
I am urging the satellite to look everywhere and observe every aspect of the earth
Satellite, headlines read
The news headlines talk about the satellite and its activities
Someone's secrets you've seen
The satellite has captured someone's secrets through its spying activities
Eyes and ears have been
The satellite has become the eyes and ears of its central station
Satellite dish in my yard
I have a dish installed in my yard to receive signals from the satellite
Tell me more, tell me more
I am eager to know more about the satellite and its activities
Who's the king of your satellite castle?
I am asking who controls the satellite and its operations
[Chorus]
Refrain of the song
Rest high above the clouds no restrictions
The satellite is free to move high above the clouds, without any restrictions
Television we bounce 'round the world
Television signals are transmitted through the satellite to bounce around the globe
And while I spend these hours
As I spend my time observing the satellite and its activities
Five senses reeling,
I am overwhelmed and engrossed using all five of my senses to observe the satellite
I laugh about the weatherman's satellite eyes.
I find it amusing that even the weatherman is now using satellite technology to predict the weather
Satellite in my eyes
I am looking at the satellite above me, appearing like a shining diamond in the sky
Like a diamond in the sky
The satellite appears like a gem in the sky, glittering and glowing
How I wonder.
I am curious about the satellite and its activities
Satellite strung from the moon
The satellite is connected to the moon and hung from it
And the world your balloon
The earth appears like a balloon to the satellite, small and hanging below it
Peeping tom for the mother station
The satellite acts like a curious observer, spying on the earth for its central station
[Chorus]
Refrain of the song
Rest high above the clouds no restrictions
The satellite is free to move high above the clouds, without any restrictions
Television you bounce from the world
Television signals are transmitted through the satellite to bounce around the globe
And while I spend these hours
As I spend my time observing the satellite and its activities
Five senses reeling
I am overwhelmed and engrossed using all five of my senses to observe the satellite
I laugh about this world in my satellite eyes.
I find it amusing to observe the earth and its activities through satellite technology
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVID JOHN MATTHEWS
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TheZMom
His voice and talent have only gotten better since he started. Was looking back at some of his first live performances and though I was in love with him then, it doesnt even COMPARE to what he does now! He is amazing!
Thelonious Coltrane
They wrote off Dave Matthews; but he'll always be one
of the great acoustic guitar songwriters ever...
James Konkle
Incredible. Dave and Tim a concert. But I also miss the rest.
sanderaa
This song changed my life. I was a sad, sad boy in California, but then I heard this song, and I gave my mom a big hug. Since then, I have been a die hard DMB fan.
Leaduke
Dave + Tim= Greatness
Chickenjuggle
I have such a hard time following their playing in this song without the drums.
jake summer
The melody is key but the non linial drum line is the best part of this song for me,
Putman Brothers Music
classic!
Jamie Sly
I like almost every Dave song better when its Dave and Tim. This is an exception. Seems like he's doing too much.
Shirley Porter
Lovely!