Matt and Kim released their first album, Matt & Kim, on October 26, 2006. The album sold modestly, primarily at live shows. Many indie fans praised their music, and the two gained popularity through their many outgoing tours. Following the release of their first album, Matt and Kim began playing high profile music festivals, such as The Siren Music Festival and Lollapalooza. The duo signed with Fader Label and their second album, Grand, recorded in Matt's childhood bedroom at his parents' home in Vermont, was released on January 20, 2009. A video for one of the album's highlights, "Lessons Learned", in which the duo strips nude in Times Square, was shot during a very cold winter day in February 2009.
On November 2, 2010, the duo released their third album, Sidewalks. Co-produced by Ben Allen, Oliver Strauss and Matt, the album as a whole adopted a more refined, yet dense hip-hop influence in comparison to the previous two, while still maintaining the upbeat and party-esque style they are known for. Matt and Kim headlined two U.S. tours in support, in Fall 2010 and again during May/June 2011. They also played numerous festivals including Australia's Big Day Out, Japan's Fuji and V in the UK. In addition, they played at many American colleges, worked extensively through Europe and South America and, in Fall 2011, they supported Blink-182 and My Chemical Romance on select dates. Although not officially released as a single, the song "Good for Great" received significant airplay in some markets, and was ranked #65 on Boston station WFNX's Top 101 of 2011 list.
On June 22, 2012, Matt and Kim issued a brand new track, "Let's Go" as a digital single, meanwhile, the band put finishing touches on their fourth full length album, Lightning, released on October 2, 2012. The single, "Let's Go", peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart. On June 25, 2012, the duo uploaded a video to their YouTube channel featuring ball handler Pat the Roc performing basketball tricks as "Let's Go" plays in full. Then on September 4, 2012, the duo released a lyric video for another new song on the album, "Now". On October 1, 2012, "Overexposed", "Not That Bad", "Much Too Late", "Ten Dollars I Found", "Tonight", "It's Alright", "I Said" and "I Wonder" were released on YouTube as official first listens. Matt and Kim premiered their official music video for "Let's Go" via the Funny or Die website in November.
The full-length album got a digital/CD/vinyl release on October 2, 2012 and the band began their official US Fall Lightning Tour the next day in Burlington, Vermont. On February 5, 2013, Matt and Kim kicked off their US tour with Passion Pit. While on tour, the official music video for "It's Alright" was released on February 25, 2013, featuring Matt and Kim in a choreographed dance routine in bed. In March 2013 Matt and Kim wrapped their US tour and performed at Ultra Music Festival in Miami, Florida before heading to Australia for a three-week tour at the end of April.
In May, Matt and Kim announced their touring schedule for summer 2013, starting with a show at the Great GoogaMooga in Brooklyn, NY on May 18, 2013. In June, Matt and Kim performed at Free Press Summer Fest, Sandy Parts Festival, Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, Firefly Music Festival, Summerfest and Party in the Park. In July, they played at the Keloha Music & Arts Fest and the Forecastle Festival. In August, they played at Lollapalooza in Chicago. In October, they played at Corona Capital, in Mexico City.
On January 13, 2015, Matt and Kim released the single "Get It" in promotion of their fifth album. Along with this, they also released Spring tour dates, an album pre-order, and a lyric video to accompany the single. "Get It" received mixed reviews from fans as it ventures away from their past DIY sound. On February 10, 2015 Matt and Kim released the promotional video for the single "Hey Now" through their official VEVO Youtube account. On February 24, 2015, the band released "Hoodie On" through their official VEVO account. On April 7, 2015, Matt and Kim released the full album and held an in store performance at Amoeba Music's Hollywood store to celebrate.
Bonus Track
Matt & Kim Lyrics
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That I think maybe
Things might work out this time
I'm wondering if I'm saving
All my love, waiting
For you to return it this time
No
I don't know
No, I don't have the answers
I'm seeking candor
Something to push me off shore
Cuz I know that I'm worthy
And I think maybe
I can get what I've asked for
This time
This time
Cuz I know
There's beauty in the unknown door
Unknown door
And I know
I know that there's something
Waiting on the other shore
And I want more
Anyway
Mmmm
Oh I'm all for adventure
You call, I'll answer
That's something I'll wake up for
All I know is yearning
I'm always burning
For something I'll look back on
With pride
In time
Cuz I know
There's beauty in the unknown door
Unknown door
And I know
I know that there's something
Waiting on the other shore
And I want more
I wanna be the one to get outta here
I wanna be labeled girlfriend of the year
I wanna make it easier to feel something
Something real
Something
Help me heal
Still wondering if I'm crazy
That I think maybe
Things might work out
This time
The lyrics of "Bonus Track" by Matt & Kim explore themes of self-doubt, hope, and the desire for something more. The singer questions their own sanity, wondering if they are crazy for believing that things might work out this time. They express a longing to save all their love, hoping for it to be reciprocated by someone they care about. Despite not having all the answers, they seek honesty and authenticity in their interactions with others, hoping that it will provide the courage to take risks and step into the unknown.
The chorus emphasizes the belief in the beauty of the unknown and the potential for something better on the other side. The singer acknowledges their worthiness and expresses a desire to receive what they have asked for this time. They are all for adventure and open to answering the call of unknown possibilities. There is a yearning for something meaningful that they can look back on with pride. The lyrics ultimately convey the singer's aspiration for growth, healing, and the pursuit of genuine connections.
Overall, "Bonus Track" captures the ambivalence of hope and doubt, the search for something more fulfilling, and the willingness to take chances despite uncertainties. It's an introspective exploration of human emotions and the desire for personal growth and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm wondering if I'm crazy
I am questioning my sanity
That I think maybe
That I am hopeful
Things might work out this time
That things have a chance of going well for once
I'm wondering if I'm saving
I am contemplating if I am reserving
All my love, waiting
All my affection, patiently anticipating
For you to return it this time
For you to reciprocate it in this instance
No
No, I do not
I don't know
I am uncertain
Hmm
Hmm
No, I don't have the answers
No, I lack the solutions
I'm seeking candor
I am searching for honesty
Something to push me off shore
Something to propel me away from familiarity
Cuz I know that I'm worthy
Because I am aware of my own value
And I think maybe
And I believe, perhaps
I can get what I've asked for
I can obtain what I have requested
This time
This particular occasion
This time
This time around
Cuz I know
Because I am aware
There's beauty in the unknown door
There is charm in the unfamiliar path
Unknown door
Undiscovered entrance
And I know
And I am certain
I know that there's something
I am aware that there is something
Waiting on the other shore
Anticipating on the opposite side
And I want more
And I desire additional fulfillment
Anyway
Regardless
Mmmm
Mmmm
Oh I'm all for adventure
Oh, I am completely in favor of excitement
You call, I'll answer
You reach out, I will respond
That's something I'll wake up for
That is something I will be motivated for
All I know is yearning
All I am familiar with is longing
I'm always burning
I am constantly aflame
For something I'll look back on
For something I will reflect upon
With pride
With a sense of accomplishment
In time
Eventually
Cuz I know
Because I am aware
There's beauty in the unknown door
There is charm in the unfamiliar path
Unknown door
Undiscovered entrance
And I know
And I am certain
I know that there's something
I am aware that there is something
Waiting on the other shore
Anticipating on the opposite side
And I want more
And I desire additional fulfillment
I wanna be the one to get outta here
I desire to be the individual to depart from this place
I wanna be labeled girlfriend of the year
I strive to be recognized as the most outstanding girlfriend of the year
I wanna make it easier to feel something
I aspire to facilitate the experience of emotions
Something real
Something genuine
Something
Something
Help me heal
Aid me in my recovery
Still wondering if I'm crazy
Continuing to question my sanity
That I think maybe
That I am hopeful
Things might work out
Situations could potentially be successful
This time
On this occasion
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Written by: Kim McClay
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