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.
I Wish You Were Here
Matchbook Romance Lyrics
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From me to you, I know I can't feel a thing
Oh, sing me to sleep
I won't fight it when you leave
Oh, I wish you were here
I wish you were here
I wish you were here, oh.
Desperate it seems but I can't breathe
Are you real?
Are you real?
I can't feel a thing
And this machine won't stop
Be here when I wake
Sing me to sleep
I won't fight it when you leave
Sing me to sleep
I won't fight it
Oh, I wish you were here
I wish you were here
I wish you were here, oh.
In Matchbook Romance's song 1, the singer is expressing their profound longing for someone they deeply miss. The singer acknowledges that their need for this person may seem shallow, yet it remains an intense and urgent desire. Even though the singer can't connect with this person emotionally, they still yearn for their presence and comfort. Throughout the song, the repetition of "sing me to sleep" highlights the singer's desperation for the soothing presence of their loved one.
The lyrics "I wish you were here" are repeated throughout the song, further emphasizing the singer's yearning for this person. The lines "Desperate it seems but I can't breathe / Are you real? Are you real?" suggest that the singer is struggling to distinguish between reality and their own perception of things, which seems to be heavily influenced by their longing for this person. The machine mentioned in the lyrics may be a reference to medical equipment, hinting that the singer is in a fragile or vulnerable state.
In summary, 1 is a heartfelt song about the ache of missing someone so much that it feels like it's consuming every aspect of the singer's life. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and desperation, highlighting the importance of human connection and emotional support.
Line by Line Meaning
Shallow it seems but I need you here
Although it may seem superficial, I deeply crave your presence
From me to you, I know I can't feel a thing
Despite my efforts, I am unable to experience any emotion in your absence
Oh, sing me to sleep
Please comfort me with your soothing voice until I fall asleep
I won't fight it when you leave
I accept that you will eventually depart and won't attempt to hold you back
Oh, I wish you were here
I deeply yearn for your physical presence with me at this moment
Desperate it seems but I can't breathe
I feel an overwhelming desperation for your company that's leaving me breathless
Are you real?
I question whether you truly exist or if you're just a figment of my imagination
I can't feel a thing
I'm unable to experience any sensation or emotion without you
And this machine won't stop
The world keeps turning despite my personal distress and desire for it to cease
Be here when I wake
I hope that you'll still be present when I wake up from my slumber
Sing me to sleep
Please send me off into a peaceful slumber with your sweet melody
I won't fight it when you leave
I understand that you need to leave and won't resist your departure
Oh, I wish you were here
My heart aches for your physical presence to be by my side
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Inti Paz L
I started listening to Matchbook Romance when I was very young, now they are gone and the kid that listened to them is dead, but some part of him still lives in me, crying and suffering, and I belive that part will never truly die.
Darwin Skylar
@Jaxx Kameron no problem :D
Jaxx Kameron
@Darwin Skylar It did the trick and I now got access to my account again. I'm so happy!
Thanks so much, you saved my account :D
Jaxx Kameron
@Darwin Skylar I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and I'm trying it out atm.
Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
Darwin Skylar
@Jaxx Kameron instablaster =)
Jaxx Kameron
you prolly dont care but does someone know of a method to log back into an Instagram account..?
I was stupid lost the account password. I appreciate any tips you can offer me!
Daniel Gozdan
The time was 2005, the place was Rochester Ny... it was the Epitaph tour! With MBR and Motion City Soundtrack and holy shit, That show was something I'll remember for the rest of my life.... thank you! Here I am in 2020 with 4 children and quarantined.... just remembering the times in my life that were so beautifully carefree!
Priscila Romero
<3 love it
roodierivera
great song. very moving
Jazz Wilton
Anyone still here? Trying to live life to the very best, it's tough but we can all get though this together. Stay safe everyone 💖👍🏼🎶