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.
Now
Matt & Kim Lyrics
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Or sometimes you just make me loose my mind
But if you died I'd die right by your side
Yeah, if you died I'd die right by your side
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl
You're the troubles that I always find
Oh, you're the trouble that I always find
But if you died I'd die right by your side
Yeah, if you died I'd die right by your side
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl
(When you die I'd die right by your si-)
(If you died I'd die right by your side)
We always win the fight
You left hood and my right
But if this took good time
I'll be by your side
We always win the fight
You left hood and my right
But if this took good time
I'll be by your side
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl (if you died I'd die right by your side)
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl (if you died I'd die right by your side)
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl (when you die, if-if you die)
(If you die I'd die right by your side)
The song 'Now' by Matt & Kim revolves around the theme of a tumultuous relationship between two people who can't seem to live without each other. The lyrics repeat the phrase 'sometimes you just make me lose my mind,' indicating that the relationship is not always stable. Despite that, the chorus emphasizes that if the person they are addressing in the song were to die, they would die right by their side. The refrain of 'hey now, hey now, hey now girl' repeats throughout the song, creating a sense of urgency and passion in the lyrics.
The bridge of the song seems to suggest that even though there may be problems in the relationship, the two individuals will always come out on top. The line 'we always win the fight, you left hood and my right' implies that they are a strong team and will always have each other's backs. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, driving home the point that even in death, they will be together.
Overall, the lyrics of 'Now' convey a sense of intense love and devotion, despite the ups and downs of the relationship. The repetition of the chorus and bridge emphasizes the message of unwavering loyalty.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes you just make me loose my mind
At times, you make me so crazy that I lose my mind.
Or sometimes you just make me loose my mind
Or sometimes, you make me so happy that I lose my mind.
But if you died I'd die right by your side
However, if you were to leave me forever, I would choose to join you.
Yeah, if you died I'd die right by your side
Yes, I am so dependent on you that if you were gone, I would not survive.
You're the troubles that I always find
You are the one who brings problems into my life, and I still want you.
Oh, you're the trouble that I always find
You are the source of all my problems, but I still crave you.
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl
Hey now, hey now, hey now, girl.
(If you died I'd die right by your side)
If you ever left me, I would die along with you.
We always win the fight
No matter what, we always come out on top.
You left hood and my right
You are my partner in crime; we fight together.
But if this took good time
But if we need more time to keep fighting,
I'll be by your side
I will be there with you, no matter the time or the fight.
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl (if you died I'd die right by your side)
Hey now, hey now, hey now, girl. (If you ever left me, I would die along with you.)
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl (if you died I'd die right by your side)
Hey now, hey now, hey now, girl. (If you ever left me, I would die along with you.)
Hey now, hey now, hey now girl (when you die, if-if you die)
Hey now, hey now, hey now, girl. (If and when you die,)
(If you die I'd die right by your side)
(I would die along with you.)
Lyrics Ā© WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Spirit Music Group
Written by: KIMBERLY ANN SCHIFINO, LARS STALFORS, MATT JOHNSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
pretzelshawty
This is seriously the best song ever. Matt & Kim have and always will be my absolute all-time favorite band.
Goldie6434
This has a good essence of Dubstep, the 'drop', the half step chorus, the occasional jitters, I LOVE it.
ItsPronouncedJ
I've been a strictly hip hop head since the 80s. Been to a ton of Rap/Rock shows throughout the years and hands down the best live show I've ever seen was Matt and Kim. I could not believe the energy these two brought! Fan Fo Eva.
BKtheCreator
I've been contemplating the idea of buying tickets to see them play at their US Tour. This song made my mind up. Can't wait to see them live.
Layna Hayes
This song is so inspiring. It's like everyday you say tomorrow, but no you need to start now. I need to start working on my goal now! At least that's what I get from this song. Also, it's great and I love it.
Reanne Acosta
You can tell this song will be AMAZING live!!! :D
The4Genie
Just saw them in concert! This song was so intense when everyone was chanting "Now!"
Yorkshire Gamer
just seen this live in Leeds, UK. kim smashing drums and matt smashing Vocals. Best Live performance ever, trust fam
k k
it was sogooddd
Satori
Just think about how rockin this song will be live... goosebumps.