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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Jimi Thing
Dave Matthews Band Lyrics
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A remedy is what I'm seeking
Take a taste of what's below
Come away to something better
What I want is what I've not got
But what I need is all around me
Reaching searching never stop
And I'll say...
If you could keep me floating just for a while
'Til I get to the end of this tunnel called...mummy
If you could keep me floating just for a while
I'll get back to you
Take a Jimi Thing
Just to keep me swingin'
I'd like to show you what's inside
I shouldn't care if you don't like it
Brother chaos rules all about
Sometimes I walk there
Sometimes, God knows, I take a bus there
I shouldn't care I shouldn't care bereaved as
I'm feeling
Day is gone I'm on my back
Staring up at the ceiling
I take a drink sit back relax
Smoke my mind makes me feel
Better for a short time
What I want is what I've not got
What I need is all around me
Reaching searching never stop
And I'll say
If you could keep me floating just for a while
Til I get to the end of this tunnel called...Jimi
If you could keep me floating just for a while
I'll get back to you
In Dave Matthews Band's song "Jimi Thing," the lyrics paint a picture of a person who is looking for a way to feel better. They are feeling low and seeking a remedy. The person wants something they don't have but needs what is all around them. They are reaching and searching, but never stop trying to find what they are looking for. The chorus talks about being kept afloat until they reach the end of the tunnel, represented by either "mummy" or "Jimi," depending on the verse.
The lyrics also mention taking a Jimi Thing to keep the person swinging. It's unclear what a Jimi Thing is, but it's likely referring to Jimi Hendrix, an influential guitarist from the '60s. The verse talks about brother chaos ruling and sometimes walking to chaos while other times taking a bus there. The person doesn't care if someone else doesn't like what they have to show, but they are feeling bereaved. The song ends with the person taking a drink, relaxing and feeling better for a short while. Overall, the song is about seeking a remedy and finding a way to stay afloat until they find what they are looking for.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately I've been feeling low
Recently I have been experiencing a sense of sadness and melancholy.
A remedy is what I'm seeking
I am in search of something to help me feel better and alleviate my negative emotions.
Take a taste of what's below
Try something new, something different from what I am used to.
Come away to something better
Escape from my current situation and find something more positive and fulfilling.
What I want is what I've not got
I desire something that I do not currently possess.
But what I need is all around me
What I truly need is readily available to me, but I may not be recognizing or appreciating it.
Reaching searching never stop
I will continue to strive and search until I find what I am looking for.
And I'll say...
The following is what I would express.
If you could keep me floating just for a while
If you could help me stay afloat and keep my head above water for a little bit longer.
'Til I get to the end of this tunnel called...mummy
Until I reach the end of this difficult situation, which feels like going through a tunnel with no end.
If you could keep me floating just for a while
Once again, if you could provide me with some temporary relief or assistance.
I'll get back to you
I will return to you and show my appreciation for your help when I am in a better place.
Take a Jimi Thing
Take something unique and out of the ordinary, like a Jimi Hendrix-style experience.
Just to keep me swingin'
To maintain my positive outlook and keep me moving forward.
I'd like to show you what's inside
I would like to share my true self and feelings with you.
I shouldn't care if you don't like it
I should not worry about your opinions or judgments because this is who I am.
Brother chaos rules all about
There is disorder and confusion all around me.
Sometimes I walk there
Sometimes I engage with this chaos and confusion.
Sometimes, God knows, I take a bus there
Other times, I try to find a way to escape that chaos and confusion.
I shouldn't care I shouldn't care bereaved as I'm feeling
Again, I should not care about the judgments of others, especially as I am currently feeling quite sad and distressed.
Day is gone I'm on my back
The day is over and I am lying down, possibly feeling overwhelmed or defeated.
Staring up at the ceiling
Looking up at the ceiling, lost in thought or contemplation.
I take a drink sit back relax
I try to calm myself and find some peace by having a drink and taking a moment to relax.
Smoke my mind makes me feel
I use smoking as a way to alter my mental state and feel differently, even if only temporarily.
Better for a short time
Although smoking may provide me with a temporary relief or distraction from my problems, it is not a long-term solution.
What I want is what I've not got
Once again, I desire something that is currently out of my reach.
What I need is all around me
Nevertheless, what I truly need is readily available to me.
Reaching searching never stop
I will continue to seek and strive until I find what I am looking for.
And I'll say...
Once again, the following is what I would express.
If you could keep me floating just for a while
Yet again, if you could provide me with some temporary relief or assistance.
Til I get to the end of this tunnel called...Jimi
Until I emerge from this difficult situation, which feels like going through another tunnel, this time called Jimi (possibly referring to Jimi Hendrix or his music).
If you could keep me floating just for a while
One final time, if you could keep me afloat and help me through this challenging time.
I'll get back to you
I will return and show my appreciation for your help once I have found my way out of this tunnel, so to speak.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID JOHN MATTHEWS
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@markadkins673
America needs this energy again. Bless all.
@SoberIrishman
Music is dead in this country, on purpose. When the music goes, soon does the country. Its art that displays the health of a nation.
@InAtlasAtLast
@@SoberIrishman eh, the circle goes round, man
@SnookOnTheFly
America needs an exorcism.
@taylormichaelholt
It’s in me. Check out the jam sessions I just pushed through. Yeah boy.
@donnaidontwanna
Blessed be DMB
@andrewdewar5543
Little does this crowd realize that they’re about to witness the greatest scat in DMB history.
@justinallen9637
And guitar solo!
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