When live he has a loop pedal that allows him to record a loop live and then sing/play over the top of the loop. Watch this YouTube video for an idea.
Aside from solo performance he is also well known for the many bands he has been involved with - most notably Totally Gourdgeous, Oxo Cubans and Bomba.
Lots of his songs are available free as MP3 on his Myspace and his website: http://www.malwebb.com/
"You're a freak" said Ani DiFranco of Mal (really!)
"He's like Bobby McFerrin, Aphex Twin and Cole Porter playing scrabble" - B.Freely
Anytime
Mal Webb Lyrics
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Anytime this year
Anytime this century
Get round to it eventually
There's no need for haste
I've got time to waste
Don't rush on my behalf, my dear
I'll be here/ Whatever happens, I'll be happy
Whenever you sort out your stuff is soon enough
Anytime this month
Anytime this year
Anytime this century
Depending on longevity
Take it nice and slow
Watch my patience grow
Just go at your own pace, my dear
I'll be here...
The lyrics to Mal Webb's song "Anytime" convey a feeling of patience and understanding. The singer is telling their loved one that they don't need to rush to fix their problems or make decisions because they have all the time in the world. The repetition of "anytime this month, anytime this year, anytime this century" reinforces the idea that there is no deadline or urgency to take action. The singer even says, "don't make it snappy," indicating that they are not pressuring their loved one to hurry up.
The phrase "depending on longevity" acknowledges the possibility that the loved one may take a long time to get things sorted out. However, the singer is not bothered by this and instead encourages their loved one to "take it nice and slow." The final line, "just go at your own pace, my dear," is a gentle reminder that the singer will be there waiting whenever their loved one is ready.
Line by Line Meaning
Anytime this month
I am willing to wait for you to do what you need to do at any point during the current month.
Anytime this year
I am willing to wait for you to do what you need to do at any point during the current year.
Anytime this century
I am willing to wait for you to do what you need to do at any point during the current century.
Get round to it eventually
I am not in a rush and understand that you will do what you need to do when you are able to.
There's no need for haste
I do not expect you to rush in getting things done.
I've got time to waste
I am willing to be patient and wait for you to complete your tasks when you are ready.
Don't rush on my behalf, my dear
There is no need for you to rush just for my sake.
I'll be here/ Whatever happens, I'll be happy
I will still be around and content no matter what transpires.
Don't make it snappy
I do not expect you to rush and get things done quickly.
Whenever you sort out your stuff is soon enough
I understand that you have other things going on and will be content whenever you are able to complete your tasks.
Depending on longevity
Whenever you are able to get things done depends on how long you live for.
Take it nice and slow
Just pace yourself and do not rush - things will get done eventually.
Watch my patience grow
As time goes on and I wait, I will become more patient.
Just go at your own pace, my dear
You should do things at your own pace and not feel pressured or rushed.
I'll be here...
I will still be around waiting patienlty.
Contributed by Muhammad V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.