Matthew Scott Giraud, born May 11, 1985, is a former contestant on American… Read Full Bio ↴Matthew Scott Giraud, born May 11, 1985, is a former contestant on American Idol 2009 from Kalamazoo, MI, US. Prior to Idol, Giraud worked as a dueling pianist, having taught himself the piano at age 19. He also plays the drums.

He auditioned in Louisville, KY, singing Gavin DeGraw's "I Don't Wanna Be." During Hollywood Week, Giraud sang "Georgia On My Mind" and received a standing ovation from the judges. He was chosen by the judges to advance to the finals as a Wildcard.

Giraud performed "Human Nature" in the top 13; "So Small" in the top 11; "Let's Get It On" in the top 10; "You Found Me" in the top 9; "Part-Time Lover" in the top 8 and "Have You Really Ever Loved A Woman" in the top 7. He received the fewest votes in top 7 week, but was saved by the judges by using the one and only save in the competition. In second top 7 week he sang "Stayin' Alive" and advanced to the top 5, where he sang "My Funny Valentine." Giraud was finally eliminated on April 29 and left in good spirit, calling himself "the cat with nine lives."

Most recently, Matt moved to L.A.

My Funny Valentine
Matt Giraud Lyrics

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My funny valentine
Sweet comic valentine
You make me smile with my heart
Your looks are laughable
Unphotographable
Yet you're my favourite work of art

Is your figure less than greek

Is your mouth a little weak
When you open it to speak
Are you smart?

But don't change a hair for me
Not if you care for me
Stay little valentine stay
Each day is valentines day

Is your figure less than greek
Is your mouth a little weak
When you open it to speak
Are you smart?

But don't you change one hair for me
Not if you care for me

Stay little valentine stay
Each day is valentines day

Overall Meaning

In the song "My Funny Valentine," Matt Giraud sings about a person who may not fit society's conventional standards of beauty and appeal, but who is still cherished and loved deeply by the singer. The opening lines of the song showcase the affectionate, endearing nature of the singer, calling his beloved a "sweet comic valentine" and expressing how the person's presence fills him with happiness. As the song continues, he notes that the person's looks are unconventional and not easily captured in photos, but to him, they remain stunning and beloved, referring to them as his favourite "work of art."

The song's middle stanza asks several rhetorical questions about the person's appearance and abilities, suggesting that they may not be traditionally attractive or articulate. However, the singer immediately reassures their beloved that they should not change for anyone, emphasizing the importance of being unapologetically oneself. The final line of the song, "Each day is valentine's day," encapsulates the feeling that one can be in love and feel loved by their partner every day, not just on the designated holiday.

Overall, "My Funny Valentine" is a song that celebrates unconditional love and acceptance, encouraging us to see beyond society's narrow definitions of beauty and romance to appreciate the unique qualities and traits that make each person special.

Line by Line Meaning

My funny valentine
You, my humorous and amusing lover

Sweet comic valentine
You, my sweet and funny love interest

You make me smile with my heart
You bring me joy and happiness deep inside

Your looks are laughable
Your physical appearance is unconventional and humorous

Unphotographable
Impossible to capture in a photograph

Yet you're my favourite work of art
But to me, you are the most beautiful art and I adore you

Is your figure less than greek
Are your body proportions not like those of idealized ancient Greek sculptures?

Is your mouth a little weak
Do you struggle to speak articulately?

When you open it to speak
When you try to express yourself through speech

Are you smart?
Are you intelligent and knowledgeable?

But don't change a hair for me
Please don't alter anything about yourself for my sake