Early 1990s
In the early 1990s, the band established a cult following through relentless touring with weekly stops at Virginia clubs known as Trax and Floodzone, an active taping community, and an independent LP, Remember Two Things. (Keyboardist Griesar left the band in 1993, shortly before the release of "Remember Two Things".) After signing to RCA Records, Dave Matthews Band, under the direction of producer Steve Lillywhite, released Under the Table and Dreaming in 1994, a critical and popular smash that firmly established the band's style of pop-rock with improvisational leanings. Under the Table and Dreaming would be the first of three albums released under Lillywhite's direction. This was followed by Crash (1996). For most of America, Crash was the record that put the Dave Matthews Band on the map. Featuring the hit single "Crash Into Me", as well as fan-favorites such as "Two Step", "Tripping Billies", and the Grammy-winning "So Much to Say", Crash would go on to be the band's best selling album.
The Mercy Songfacts reports that Lillywhite lent his skills to their 2012 album Away From The World. Lillywhite hadn't worked with the band since a series of unreleased recordings in 2000, which led to the leaked Lillywhite Sessions.
History
David John Matthews was born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1967. Two years later, his family moved to Westchester County, NY. His father was a physicist and worked for IBM at the time. He has two sisters (Anne and Jane) and a brother (Peter). After living in New York, his family moved to Cambridge, England in the early '70s. The family returned to New York where his father died in 1977. In 1980, the family moved to South Africa where the young Matthews went to several schools and "got more wise about the evils of government, there and in general." He first played at a club in Charlottesville (Miller's) where he worked as a bartender. He admitted to Playboy magazine that he was really never that good at bartending, but loved getting customers...well..."drunk as hell!" He was first discovered in a demo tape that he recorded with a couple of current band members. This all came about when he decided to put together a demo tape and decided that he needed some musical accompaniment; which ended up as the Dave Matthews Band. In 1994, his sister Anne died in a domestic tragedy at her home in South Africa. The Grammy nominated album "Under The Table and Dreaming" is dedicated to her.
Community
Dave Matthews Band is highly involved in giving a helping hand. In 2003, the Band held a concert entitled, "The Central Park Concert" which was held in New York City's Central Park. The concert helped New York City Public Schools, the band is a big supporter of education.
The band also held a concert that helped victims of Katrina.
Sadly, Leroi Moore passed away in 2008. After being seriously injured in an ATV accident in Virginia, Moore succumbed to his injuries on August 19, 2008. He was replaced by Jeff Coffin, famous for his work with Béla Fleck and the Flecktones.
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Break Free
Dave Matthews Band Lyrics
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Yes, she does
She says I'll make you wanna climb right out yourself
She said to break free
Might have to give up your life
But I was thinking
I'd love to get inside you
You make me crazy, baby, don't let up
'Cause if I'm falling, I don't wanna stop
I'll give up everything to have your love
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
Dry your tears don't you cry, cry, cry, cry
She is a wicked high
Yes, she is
She goes down so hard
She might never come back
She's gonna break free
The way she loves to laugh
But I was thinking
I'd like to get some of that, girl
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
You make me crazy, baby, don't let up
'Cause if I'm falling, I don't wanna stop
I'll give up everything to have your love
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
But dry your tears, don't you cry, cry, cry, cry
I say I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
Dry your tears don't you cry, cry, cry, cry
The way she does me
The way she hates and loves me
And if you fill the cup, I'll drink you up, baby
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
You make me crazy, baby, don't let up
'Cause if I'm falling, I don't wanna stop
I'll give up everything to have your love
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
But dry your tears, don't you cry, cry, cry, cry
The lyrics to Dave Matthews Band's song Break Free are about a woman who is dangerous and seductive. The singer describes how he is drawn to her and willing to give up everything just to be with her. She has a wicked ride and says she can make him feel like he wants to climb out of his own skin, but he would have to give up his life to be with her. Despite this, the singer is still tempted and wants to get inside her. He is so obsessed with her, he would even drink her poison if she filled the cup.
The singer talks about how she is a wicked heart and goes down so hard that she might never come back. She is going to break free and he loves the way she laughs. He still wants to be with her, even though he knows she will break free from him eventually. He would do anything for her, even if it means he has to give up everything else in his life. In the end, he continues to praise her and expresses how she is like the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, someone who he cannot resist.
Overall, the song is about the dangerous appeal of a seductive woman, and how someone is willing to give up their entire life to be with her. The lyrics touch on themes of obsession, temptation and addiction.
Line by Line Meaning
She gives a wicked ride
Referring to a woman's sexual prowess and ability to create intense feelings in a man
Yes she does
Affirming the statement made about the woman in the previous line
She says "I make you wanna climb right out yourself"
The woman has the ability to awaken deep feelings in a man and make him feel alive
Break free
The idea of letting go of inhibitions and submitting oneself to the intense emotions that the woman invokes
But have to give up your life
The man will have to sacrifice his normal life to experience the intense emotions that the woman can provide
But I was thinking
Despite the consequences, the man is still thinking about pursuing the woman
I love to get inside you
The man desires to have a deep, intimate connection with the woman
I drink your poison if you fill the cup
The man is willing to endure any pain or suffering caused by the woman if it means he can experience her love and passion
You make me crazy baby, don't let up
The woman's intense emotions are driving the man insane with desire, and he wants her to continue
And if I'm fallin' I don't want to stop
The man is willing to risk everything to experience the intense feelings and emotions the woman can provide
I give up everything to have your love
The man is willing to make sacrifices and change his life to be with the woman he desires
I drink your tears but don't you Cry cry, cry cry
The man is willing to comfort the woman and help her through difficult times, but he wants her to also experience the joy and passion that comes with their love
She is a wicked heart
The woman has the ability to create intense, sometimes negative, emotions in those around her
Yes she is
The man is once again reaffirming his belief in the woman's power and allure
She goes down so hard, She might never come back
The woman is able to fully embrace her emotions and desires, but this can also lead to pain and heartbreak
She's gonna break free
The woman desires to let go of her inhibitions and live life to the fullest
She loves to laugh
Despite the intense emotions that she can create, the woman is still able to find joy and happiness in life
But I was thinkin' I'd love to get some of that, girl
Despite being aware of the risks and challenges, the man still desires to pursue a relationship with the woman
The way she does me
The intense emotions and experiences that the man feels when he is with the woman
The way she hates to love me
The woman may have conflicting emotions about the man and their relationship
You fill the cup, I drink you up, baby
The man is fully committed to pursuing a relationship with the woman, even if it leads to pain or heartbreak
She's on the side, missing
The woman may be absent or distant from the man's life, but he still desires her
And all that I could go
The man is willing to do whatever it takes to be with the woman
The pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, baby
The woman represents the ultimate prize for the man, and he desires her above all else
She gonna lock eyes with me
The man believes that he and the woman have a deep, emotional connection
Flies away off of me
Despite the intense emotions and experiences they have shared, the relationship between the man and the woman may not last
Oh ya
An expression of affirmation or excitement from the man
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Boyd C. Tinsley, Carter A. Beauford, David John Matthews, Leroi H. Moore, Mark Christopher Batson, Stefan K. Lessard
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@pincushin69
She gives a wicked ride
Yes, she does
She says I'll make you wanna climb right out yourself
She said to break free
Might have to give up your life
But I was thinking
I'd love to get inside you
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
You make me crazy, baby, don't let up
'Cause if I'm falling, I don't wanna stop
I'll give up everything to have your love
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
Dry your tears, don't you cry, cry, cry, cry
She is a wicked heart
Yes, she is
She goes down so hard, she might never come back
She's gonna break free
The way she loves to laugh
But I was thinking
I'd like to get some of that girl
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
You make me crazy, baby, don't let up
'Cause if I'm falling, I don't wanna stop
I'll give up everything to have your love
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
But dry your tears, don't you cry, cry, cry, cry
I say, I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
Dry your tears, don't you cry, cry, cry, cry
The way she does me
The way she hates and loves me
And if you fill the cup, I'll drink you up, baby
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
You make me crazy, baby, don't let up
'Cause if I'm falling, I don't wanna stop
I'll give up everything to have your love
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
But dry your tears, don't you cry, cry, cry, cry
I'll drink your poison if you fill the cup
@ericglass1270
The live version of this song from Fenway in 2006 has been my absolute favorite song of theirs for the last 10 years
@Danny_On_Wheels44
06 Saw this at SPAC, was fucking amazing! Got the show too so i listen often.
@theskatefam430
Just heard this song for the first time a few days ago. Have listened nonstop ever since. Now I need to go to that live version.
@rugbyreferee-smb
Me too bro
@unifyinghealthsolutions9721
Yaaas it was!!!!!
@bindyplease
19 years later and it makes it in the studio lol dmb is so wild sometimes
@hettbeans
Lmao I didn't believe it could actually be that long but a quick glance at the almanac proves it. 17 god damn years.
@johncollins636
Yeah I’m so confused right now. Making me feel crazy over here
@laststop3h
Only DMB can take a song that was first written 17 years ago and make it sound incredible when they record it.
@FefaRizzo
I love older Dave!!
30 yrs…. Album after album this man/band still speaks /sings my heart.
Love this man!!