Matt Coleman began his musical career singing church hymns around the famil… Read Full Bio ↴Matt Coleman began his musical career singing church hymns around the family piano. It wasn’t until college that Matt picked up the guitar...and his pen. Developing his soulful, laid back style, he frequented Inland Empire open mics, and met his first band mate, Marquis Howell. Joe Perez (also of Big Sandy and his Fly Rite Boys) joined on drums, and completed the upbeat Inland Empire institution known as Hobo Jazz. Concurrently, Matt continued to develop his songwriting skills as a solo singer, culminating in the 2007 production of his first solo album titled "Grin of Livin’." An artist with a relentless performance schedule, he enjoys residency at two Redlands, Ca., bars: Vault Martini Bar, and Time in a Bottle. He hosts and performs in Singer/Songwriter Showcases on a regular basis at both.

Likened to Jack Johnson and James Taylor, Matt Coleman has an eclectic, jazzy edge on his debut. His current projects and upcoming album are what he describes as “swampier” and “muddy.”

INTRODUCTION
Matt Coleman Lyrics

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Take a ride
On the wild side
Let’s take a ride
On the wild side

Be sincere
Don’t do it
Be sincere

I’m crazy
Don’t do it

Don’t do it
I’m crazy
Don’t do it
Don’t do it
I’m crazy

Be sincere

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Matt Coleman's song Introduction seem to be a reflection of the artist's inner-dialogue. He invites the listener to join him on a wild ride, which might be interpreted as a metaphor for his artistic journey. He then asks the listener to be sincere, implying that he values authenticity in both himself and in his relationships with others. There's a sense of urgency in his tone, as he repeats the phrase "Don't do it" multiple times, perhaps indicating that he is hesitant to fully expose himself or the listener to the wild ride that he is proposing.

The repetition of the phrase "I'm crazy" towards the end of the song could be a nod to the artist's own self-doubt, as he grapples with the risks of putting his art out into the world. Overall, these lyrics suggest a level of vulnerability and exploration that is both thrilling and daunting at the same time.

Line by Line Meaning

Take a ride
Let's do something exciting and adventurous

On the wild side
Let's do something out of the ordinary and daring

Let's take a ride
Let's enjoy something thrilling together

Be sincere
Be honest with yourself and others about your true feelings

Don't do it
Don't pretend or hide your true self

I'm crazy
I'm unpredictable and unconventional

Don't do it
Don't pretend or hide your true self

I'm crazy
I'm unpredictable and unconventional

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MATTHIJS ROOK, DARIEN DEWAYNE BROCKINGTON, PHONTE LYSHOD COLEMAN

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