Matt Corby has certainly carved a unique path for someone that started his career aged 16 on a reality TV talent show in 2007. In 2009, he independently released his debut EP 'Song For...' before relocating to London and signing with renowned UK indie label Communion after capturing the attention of the label's owner; Ben Lovett of Mumford and Sons fame.
Matt Corby’s songs and vocals elicit a sensation that is nothing short of captivating. Having previously been compared to legendary artists such as Nick Drake and Jeff Buckley, Matt’s songs continue to deliver a uniqueness and maturity well beyond his years while his live performances have become renowned for bringing large audiences to a complete stand still.
After recording with Ian Grimble (The Libertines, Seasick Steve) and releasing his hauntingly beautiful EP 'Transition To Colour' in late 2010, Matt has been busy engaging audiences with his live shows. Matt spent the earlier part of 2011 playing sold out shows in London and showcasing at SXSW in Austin, Texas in February before coming back to Australia to play a string of intimate “Secret Garden” shows in fans’ backyards. He soon after joined UK band Elbow as the main support on their national tour of sold out Splendour sideshows in July.
On 1 October 2015, Matt released his first song in two years, 'Monday' from his debut album, 'Telluric'. The song was described as containing "lush, transcendent harmonies, wailing falsetto, folky boom-claps and heartbreaking lyrics", and later voted 53 in the Triple J Hottest 100 of 2015. 'Telluric' was eventually released on 11 March 2016.
On 7 September 2018, Matt announced his 2nd studio album 'Rainbow Valley', released 2 November 2018.
Personally, Matt enjoys surfing and reading, and became a father with his first child in early 2018.
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Big Eyes
Matt Corby Lyrics
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Maybe you're tired fall
Or stone cold
You fumble and fight
With all the time you spend alone
Cause it's only fair
And darkness is all you'll ever know
If I don't love you more
A keep in your cage
Withered by aging eyes and skin
You call this your home
A colorful dragging dried up drone
Cause it's only fair
It's love and war
And darkness is all you'll ever know
Oh darkness is all you'll ever know
Darkness is all you'll ever know
If I don't love you more
Loveless sorrow kindly borrowed
The only thing my soul's now hollow
Loveless sorrow kindly borrowed
The only thing my soul's now hollow
Cause it's only fair
It's love and war (ooh)
And darkness is all you'll ever know
If I don't love you more
The lyrics of Matt Corby's song "Big Eyes" appear to depict a person who is struggling with their inner demons and are confined to a life of isolation and darkness. The opening line "Blackout the light" suggests that the person is tired or overwhelmed and wants to shut themselves off from the outside world. The next line "Maybe you're tired fall, or stone cold" implies that the person is exhausted but is still fighting to survive. They are not willing to give up yet because they know that darkness is all they'll ever know if they don't try to fight.
The lyrics continue with "With all the time you spend alone" which highlights the person's loneliness and their inability to connect with others. They feel trapped and isolated, and the reference to being kept in a cage withered by aging eyes and skin suggests that they have been confined for a long time. The line "Cause it's only fair, it's love and war" suggests that they see their situation as a battle with themselves and the world around them.
The chorus "And darkness is all you'll ever know if I don't love you more" is a plea to whoever is listening, to help them out of their darkness. They need love to overcome their pain and suffering. The song seems to be a call to those who may be struggling with their mental health to seek help and not suffer alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Blackout the light
Turn off the light, make it dark.
Maybe you're tired fall
Perhaps you're exhausted and need to rest.
Or stone cold
Or you may be feeling numb or emotionless.
You fumble and fight
You struggle and grapple with something.
With all the time you spend alone
When you're by yourself most of the time.
Cause it's only fair
Because it's reasonable or justifiable.
It's love and war
It's a situation of fighting and battling with your feelings.
And darkness is all you'll ever know
You'll always live in a place of obscurity or lack of clarity.
If I don't love you more
If my affection for you doesn't grow stronger.
A keep in your cage
A place where you're kept confined or restricted.
Withered by aging eyes and skin
Your body and eyesight are deteriorated by age.
You call this your home
You consider this place your residence.
A colorful dragging dried up drone
A boring and dull life that feels lifeless and tiring.
Loveless sorrow kindly borrowed
Borrowed sadness or grief without any real love or affection behind it.
The only thing my soul's now hollow
My heart and spirit feel empty now.
Cause it's only fair
Because it's reasonable or justifiable.
It's love and war (ooh)
It's a situation of fighting and battling with your feelings.
And darkness is all you'll ever know
You'll always live in a place of obscurity or lack of clarity.
If I don't love you more
If my affection for you doesn't grow stronger.
Contributed by Caleb M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@micheledanielaperezrios9234
Blackout the light
Maybe you're tired fall
Or stone cold
You fumble and fight
With all the time you spend alone
Cause it's only fair
It's love and war
And darkness is all you'll ever know
If I don't love you more
Keep in your cage
Withered by aging eyes and skin
You call this your home
A colourful dragging dried up drone
Cause it's only fair
It's love and war
And darkness is all you'll ever know
Oh darkness is all you'll ever know
Darkness is all you'll ever know
If I don't love you more
Loveless sorrow kindly borrowed
Only thing my soul's now hollow
Loveless sorrow kindly borrowed
Only thing my soul's now hollow
Cause it's only fair
It's love and war (ooh)
And darkness is all you'll ever know
If I don't love you more
@VerbalHellDog007
This version of Big Eyes is incredible. Matt, you should put this up on Spotify.
@Nickodeemuss
My body turned into one giant goosebump when she started singing.
@jimhaz7694
The thing about songs like this is that you know that you'll appreciate them for the rest of your life. For me, so far Matt so far has about 6 or so songs like that.
@damonh8127
Big Eyes, My False, Untitled, Runaway, Coloured Stones & Walls and Brother
@Celon.
I love to just lay down on floor , spread my self on soft blanket , close my eyes , shove the earphones in my ears and just enjoy in this masterpiece.
@probablysomebody
Like peanut butter?
@christophermartin6751
Matt Corby is so lucky... That's a really nice hat. I'd wear a hat like that. I bet it feels great.
@tylercollins7297
+Christopher Martin I've read this comment at least 20 times and it's funny every time. Just figured it was time I comment on it. lol
@zoetsahai
+Christopher Martin hhahahahahahh why does this crack me up hahaha
@martinalvarez4868
Thank you hahahahaha