The band formed in 1997, constisting of Andrew Jordan (vocals & guitar), Ryan "Judas" DePaolo (backing vocals & guitar), Ryan Kienle (bass) and Aaron Stern (drums).
They have released two albums: Stories and Alibis (2003) and Voices (2006), one EP named West for Wishing (2003) and one split EP with Motion City Soundtrack .
Matchbook Romance headlined the Epitaph Tour in early 2005, playing alongside their label mates Motion City Soundtrack, From First to Last, The Matches and Scatter the Ashes.
As of March 12, 2007, Matchbook Romance have parted ways and have gone on an indefinite hiatus.
As of March 12, 2009, Matchbook Romance have announced that they are reuniting and have 3 tour dates up with more dates and news to come.
12. The Greatest Fall Of All Time
Matchbook Romance Lyrics
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In times when I got the best of you
We made promises we couldn't keep
And every night we couldn't sleep.
I didn't know why, but didn't ask questions
Because it was the first time in my life, yeah the first time in my life
Where I, did something right.
I set myself up for the greatest fall of all time
You pick me apart
While I search for witty things to say (In my defense)
"You'll never amount to anything anyway"
(Don't press your luck, don't press your luck)
And think that I'm impressed with your one night stands
And your contagious kiss
I'm trying to get this right
Yeah, cause I'm ridiculous like that
I set myself up for the greatest fall of all time
I set myself up for the greatest fall of all time
I'll keep this as
A constant reminder
Of the nights I spent holding onto her
And rest assured I'm moving on
I miss you less, with each day you're gone (you're gone)
I set myself up for the greatest fall of all time
I set myself up for the greatest fall of all time
I set myself up for the greatest fall of all time
[in EP it is repeated 2 times, not 3]
The lyrics of "The Greatest Fall of All Time" by Matchbook Romance reflect on a past relationship and the consequences of certain actions. The song starts with the singer contemplating the moments when they had control over the situation and recalls the promises they made but never kept. The lyrics seem regretful and melancholic as the singer expresses their inability to sleep and their lack of desire to question what went wrong. However, it also suggests that these moments were the first time things went right in their life.
The second verse shifts the narrative towards the other person in the relationship. Here, the singer addresses the criticisms and negativity that they received from their partner. They also speak about the other person's promiscuity as they search for something witty to say in response. However, the singer is still hopeful and trying to make things work even though everything seems ridiculous. The chorus of the song highlights the biggest mistake of the singer - setting oneself up for the greatest fall of all time. The repeated line emphasizes the pain and regret the singer feels as a result of their actions.
Overall, the song addresses the struggles that come with failed relationships and how they can affect a person's self-worth. The lyrics emphasize the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions.
Line by Line Meaning
The hand of my clock strikes two
It's late at night and I'm reflecting on a past relationship.
In times when I got the best of you
During the relationship, I may have had power over my partner.
We made promises we couldn't keep
Commitments were made, but were ultimately unfulfilled.
And every night we couldn't sleep.
The relationship caused restlessness and turmoil.
I didn't know why, but didn't ask questions
I didn't dig deeper into the relationship's problems, possibly due to fear or uncertainty.
Because it was the first time in my life, yeah the first time in my life
I was inexperienced and naive in the relationship.
Where I, did something right.
Despite the downsides, being in the relationship made me feel like I was doing something right in life.
You pick me apart
My partner criticized and judged me constantly.
While I search for witty things to say (In my defense)
I tried to come up with clever comebacks to defend myself.
"You'll never amount to anything anyway"
My partner had no faith in my future success.
(Don't press your luck, don't press your luck)
Don't push me too hard or you'll regret it.
And think that I'm impressed with your one night stands
My partner boasted about their one night stands, thinking it would impress me.
And your contagious kiss
My partner had a charming personality that drew people in.
I'm trying to get this right
I want to make things work, but it's difficult.
Yeah, cause I'm ridiculous like that
I admit that I may be foolish for holding onto hope for the relationship.
I'll keep this as a constant reminder
I will remember the struggles of the relationship to prevent making similar mistakes in the future.
Of the nights I spent holding onto her
Memories of the time spent together remain strong in my mind.
And rest assured I'm moving on
I am letting go of the relationship and moving forward with my life.
I miss you less, with each day you're gone (you're gone)
Over time, I am healing from the pain of the breakup and missing my partner less and less.
I set myself up for the greatest fall of all time
I allowed myself to be caught up in a toxic relationship that ultimately ended in failure.
[in EP it is repeated 2 times, not 3]
The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the theme of self-sabotage in relationships.
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George Peterson
What would You say
If I asked You not to go?
To forget everyone, forget everything
And start over with me
Would you take my hand and never let me go
Promise me you'll never let me go
And now the stars aren't out tonight
But neither are we to look up at them
Why does Hello feel like Goodbye?
And these memories can't replace
These wishes I wished and dreams I've chased
Take this broken heart and make it right
I feel like I've lost everything when You're gone Left remembering what it's like
To have you here with me
I thought you should know
You're not making this easy
I never thought I'd be the one to say
Please don't, well please don't leave me
I feel like I've lost everything when You're gone
Left remembering what it's like
To have you here with me
I thought you should know
You're not making this easy
You're not making this easy(easy, easy, easy)
Take my hand, and never let me go
Take my hand, and never let me go
Promise me...
You'll never let go
Never let me go
Never let me go
You'll never let me go
I feel like I've lost everything when You're gone
Left remembering what it's like
To have you here with me
I thought you should know
You're not making this easy(x5)
I'll fall asleep tonight, cause
That brings me closer to You
Chris Axelson
I'm mostly a death metal type guy who was in his early 20s when this kinda of emo was popular, and I liked a good amount of it. Taking Back Sunday, Brand New, Fall Out Boy, ect. I always appreciated songs that were catchy.
Let me tell you something: this is one of the greatest songs I've ever heard. The dynamics, the arrangement. It's fucken unreal. The chorus is so epic, it's punishing with the double kicks. The whole instrumental is heavy as fuck. It's just the perfect song. 1000000000/10 absolutely phenomenal.
TCSwizz2
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EyelessCrown7
I totally agree with you man! Not only this song, but there are lots of other matchbook romance songs I could say the same thing about. I wish they would come back
Phil R
Yeah they're good mate. Im 37, married, 3 kids, mortgage, working 70hrs a week. Living the fuckin dream.. i only really listen to them when im drunk, reminiscing thinking i should have tried a little harder with this chick or that chick and how my life would be different. Probably not, same shit different bitch
jsvmusic
It's March 2020 and I still love this song.
Ty Lucas
June 2020 and kicks so much ass
the_gift 182
March 2021. Midnight. Damn. What am I doing? š
Anne Almazan
Me too
Lex Norwood
May 2021 and I fell down the emo rabbit hole šš
6xxluixx6
Its November 2022, and I still luv this song too <3