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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Where Are You Going
Dave Matthews Band Lyrics
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With your long face
Pullin' down
Don't hide away,
Like an ocean
That you can't see
But you can smell
And the sound of waves crash down.
I have no reasons for you.
I am no hero,
Aw that for sure,
But I do know one thing,
That's where you are is where I belong.
I do know
Where you go,
Is where I wanta be.
Where are you going,
Where do you go.
Are you looking for answers,
To questions, under the stars
Well if along the way,
You are grown weary,
You can rest with me
Until a brighter day
When you ok.
I am no superman,
I have no answers for you.
I am no hero,
And that's for sure.
But I know one thing,
That's where you are, is where I belong.
I do know
Where you go,
Is where I want to be.
Where are you going
Where do you go.
Where do you go.
Where are you going,
Where do you go.
I am no Superman
I have no answers,
For you.
I am no hero,
Aw that's for sure.
But I do know one thing,
That's where are,
Is where I belong.
I do know
Where you go,
Is where I wanta be.
Where are you going
Where do you go.
And a where are you going.
Where...lets go!
The song "Where Are You Going" by Dave Matthews Band is a romantic tune that speaks to the idea of love and devotion. The lyrics depict a person who is asking their partner where they are going with a long face, looking sad and withdrawing from their presence. They are compared to an ocean that the singer can't see but can feel through the sound of waves crashing down. The singer is no superman or hero but knows that where the other person is, is where they belong. They want to be with the other person wherever they go and in all their ups and downs.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is deeply in love with his partner and is willing to follow them anywhere they go. They express an unconditional devotion to their beloved and a willingness to wait until a brighter day if the other person is feeling tired or weary. The song acknowledges the struggles that relationships can face but assures the listener that love can conquer all.
Line by Line Meaning
Where are you going
Asking where the person is headed in life
With your long face
Observing that the person seems sad
Pullin' down
Commenting on how the person seems weighed down by their sadness
Don't hide away
Encouragement for the person to not isolate themselves because of their sadness
Like an ocean
Comparing the person's emotions to the vastness of the ocean
That you can't see
Acknowledging that the person may not fully understand their own emotions
But you can smell
Suggesting that the person is aware of their emotions on some level
And the sound of waves crash down.
Imagery of the ocean and its sounds are simply providing a background for the emotions being described
I am no superman
Admitting that the songwriter is not perfect
I have no reasons for you.
Acknowledging that the songwriter does not have all the answers for the person's situation
I am no hero
Admitting that the songwriter cannot save the day
Aw that for sure,
Strengthening the admission that the songwriter is not a hero
But I do know one thing,
Offering one small piece of insight
That's where you are is where I belong.
Expressing a strong desire to be close to the person at all times
I do know
Repeating the previous sentiment
Where you go,
Stating that the songwriter wants to follow the person
Is where I wanta be.
Emphasizing the strong desire to be with the person
Are you looking for answers,
Directly asking the person if they are searching for meaning in their life
To questions, under the stars
Asking if the person is looking for answers in the mysteries of the universe
Well if along the way,
Offering help if the person needs it during their journey
You are grown weary,
Recognizing that the journey of life can be tiring and difficult
You can rest with me
Offering companionship and support during the difficult times
Until a brighter day
Encouraging the person to keep hope and look forward to better times
When you ok.
Offering assurance that the person will be okay
And a where are you going.
Repeating the opening question to emphasize its importance
Where...lets go!
Closing the song with the desire to join the person's journey
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID JOHN MATTHEWS
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Where are you going?
With your long face
Pulling down
Don't hide away
Like an ocean
That you can't see but you can smell
And the sound of waves crash down
I am no Superman
I have no reasons for you
I am no hero
Oh, that's for sure
But I do know one thing
Is where you are is where I belong
I do know where you go
That's where I want to be
Where are you going?
Where do you go?
Are you looking for answers
To questions under the stars?
Well, if along the way
You are grown weary
You can rest with me until
A brighter day and you're okay
I am no Superman
I have no answers for you
I am no hero
Oh, that's for sure
But I do know one thing
And that's where you are, is where I belong
I do know where you go
Is where I want to be
Where are you going?
Where do you go?
Where do you go?
Where are you going?
Where do you go?
I am no Superman
I have no answers for you
I am no hero
Oh, that's for sure
But I do know one thing
That's where you are, is where I belong
I do know where you go
Is where I want to be
Where are you going?
Where do you go?
Where are you going?
Where?
Well, let's go
@normapadro420
This song reminds me of a time in my life where I was trying to figure out where I was going in life. I am where I belong right now.
@sdm1568
Ok? Whats your next profound statement, einstein? water is wet? The sky is blue? Brilliant! Deep! 😂
@Ilovejonandsarah
Just found out that my sister passed away, this one goes out to her. I love you so much my older sister. ♥️
@a.j.4317
Sorry for your loss
@goalie2998
Sorry for your loss. May she fly high .
@lisaconnolly6467
😢 So , sorry 😢
@tatianabarnett5541
I'm so sorry!!! I hope your ok right now!!
@healyourheart8
I will never ever ever get sick of this song ❤
@IsangDipangLangit
My wedding march song. Thank you so much Dave Matthews for your music ❤
@Alisibeth_Talia212
Dave, you may never read this, but I wanted to thank you for so many years of great music and childhood memories of just sitting in my room and listening to your songs on my MP3 player when I had a stressful day. Listening to this song brought tears to my eyes, and it reminded me that there are still some good things in life that are worth living for, like listening to your music for instance. Your songs still spark this child-like wonder in me when I listen to them, and it's wonderful experience. Thank you so much for being there for me when times were tough on me.