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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What Will Become of Me
Dave Matthews Band Lyrics
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I'm so out of place
What will become...
What will become of us
When were all poured away
I'm spilling out, always
Overflowing out to me
What will become of us
I'm spilling out all my love away
Where are we going from here
The lyrics of Dave Matthews Band's What Will Become of Me convey a sense of being lost and disconnected, with the singer feeling out of place and wondering about the future. The repeated line "I'm spilling out" suggests a sense of overflow or excess, as though the singer is unable to contain their emotions or thoughts. At the same time, the question "What will become of us?" highlights a feeling of uncertainty and trepidation about what the future holds.
The repetition of the phrase "When were all poured away" also suggests a sense of impermanence or transience, as though the singer is recognizing that everything is ultimately temporary and will eventually come to an end. The overall mood of the song is melancholic and introspective, inviting the listener to reflect on their own sense of place and purpose in the world.
Overall, the lyrics of What Will Become of Me are a poignant reflection on the universal human experience of feeling lost and uncertain about the future, and the sense of impermanence that underlies all of our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm spilling out
My emotions are overflowing and I can no longer contain them.
I'm so out of place
I feel like I do not belong or fit in with my surroundings.
What will become...
I am uncertain about the future and what it holds for me.
What will become of us
I am unsure of the outcome for all of us together as a whole.
When were all poured away
When everything we have is taken from us or lost completely.
I'm spilling out, always
I am constantly overflowing with my thoughts and feelings.
Overflowing out to me
I can no longer keep my emotions inside and they are spilling out uncontrollably.
What will become of us
I am questioning what the future holds for our collective future.
When were all poured away
If everything we have is lost or taken from us, what is left?
I'm spilling out all my love away
I am giving away all of my love and emotions to others without reservation.
Where are we going from here
I am lost and uncertain as to what direction we should be heading in for the future.
Contributed by Anthony B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nola Rob
Rest in peace darlin, I know how much you loved this song.
filmtress
I love this rendition, it has an organic feel. The views is steady growing. As of right now it's 4,726 views. Let's keep the faith.
Dylan Eliot
It's 23,609 now 6 years later! What a beautiful tribute to what Dave brings to everyone who listens!
Colton Retzloff
yeah i always listened to jimi thing and never knew that the outro was an actual song, i thought it was just a one time thing for that concert. i absolutely love this song, and i think it sounds better on the Luther college CD.
Ryan Christopher
When I listen to this song, it's generally at night when I'm trying to go to sleep. I get lost thinking about past memories, especially those with my dad and brothers as a kid. I always end up crying longing to redo my childhood and all my regrets. Now find another song like that.
Alicia G
It’s been 11 years since you posted this but I still had to comment. Makes me feel the exact same way. Regret, wishing to redo things...
Max Kapur
man i wish i was at that concert
Rafael Garcia
im glad to know that us dave fans share great passion for his music, im sure he is just as glad
Chrissy Leversha
Dave always gets to the soul of the matter........
Nathan Cruz
this is my favorite song when I'm "kissing whiskey" the guitar is so mellow and the sorrow is such that it soothes your soul and when he hits that high pitch, you can feel it in your chest