Maltese has always nailed lonesome provocations with idiosyncratic dry wit but "madhouse" reckons with those emotions in a way the half Brittish, half Canadian hasn't yet fully explored until now. "I've found that sometimes the majority of the emotional journey of love and life is actually the search for an understanding of it. And these songs try and make peace with all of that, poke fun at it and, ultimately, embrace it."
Good Morning
Matt Maltese Lyrics
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A sunny day, follow sorrow
"Hi," said the friends at the gallows
We burnt the witch but we still feel shallow
Armageddon is nothing
Compared to this
Well, well, aren't you smart?
You look so nice with your hair done up
And you keep pushing all your demons away
I'll help you push your demons away
(Good, good morning)
(Good morning)
(Good, good, good morning)
Good morning, it's April something
Heavy clouds with a chance of crying
"Hi," said the Queen to the nation
A million dead and the music's playing
Island living is nothing
Compared to this
Shut up, don't be smart
It's as simple as this, you have a heart
And you keep pushing all your demons away
I'll help you push your demons away
You keep pushing all your demons away
I'll help you push your demons away
Matt Maltese's "Good Morning" is a song that is steeped in irony. The lyrics describe a world that is in chaos, where people are being executed, Armageddon is looming, and the Queen is speaking to a nation that has just experienced a million deaths. This imagery is juxtaposed with a catchy, upbeat melody that is reminiscent of a 1950s bubblegum pop song. The opening lines, "Good morning, it's now tomorrow, a sunny day follows sorrow," are a clever play on words that highlight the paradoxical nature of the song.
The chorus, "And you keep pushing all your demons away, I'll help you push your demons away," provides a ray of hope in an otherwise dark song. It speaks to the idea that no matter how bad things get, there is always someone who is willing to help us through our darkest moments. It is a powerful message of resilience and determination, and one that is likely to resonate with anyone who has ever struggled with their inner demons.
Overall, "Good Morning" is a song that is both haunting and uplifting at the same time. It is a testament to Matt Maltese's ability to craft lyrics that are both poignant and thought-provoking.
Line by Line Meaning
Good morning, it's now tomorrow
The start of a new day and a chance to move on from the past
A sunny day, follow sorrow
Today may be bright and optimistic, but it's important to not forget what caused pain yesterday
"Hi," said the friends at the gallows
Even in dark moments, friends can lift each other up with greetings and acknowledgement
We burnt the witch but we still feel shallow
Even though we may have carried out justice, it doesn't always leave us feeling fulfilled
Armageddon is nothing Compared to this
The end of the world would pale in comparison to the depths of sadness and despair felt in this moment
Well, well, aren't you smart?
Sarcastic comment made to someone who may be dismissing or ignoring the pain of others
You look so nice with your hair done up
Empty compliments given to someone who may not feel good inside
And you keep pushing all your demons away
You try to ignore or hide from your fears and inner demons
I'll help you push your demons away
A promise to provide support and understanding to those fighting their inner battles
(Good, good morning)
A repetition of the start of the song, emphasizing the importance of new beginnings
(Good morning)
A simple greeting to welcome the start of a new day
(Good, good, good morning)
An upbeat version of the greeting, to signal hope and positivity
Good morning, it's April something
A specific date in time, reminding us that life moves forward regardless of our emotional state
Heavy clouds with a chance of crying
The weather reflects the mood, and tears may be shed today
"Hi," said the Queen to the nation
Leaders can offer encouragement and support during times of national distress
A million dead and the music's playing
Even in the face of tragedy, life goes on, and the world continues to spin
Island living is nothing Compared to this
An idyllic life may be desirable, but it doesn't compare to the emotions experienced in this moment
Shut up, don't be smart
A sharp retort to someone who may be minimizing the struggles that others are going through
It's as simple as this, you have a heart
A reminder of the basic human empathy we should show towards others
You keep pushing all your demons away
The same sentiment expressed earlier, emphasizing how easy it is to ignore our issues
I'll help you push your demons away
The promise of assistance and understanding offered once again
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Matthew Jonathan Gordon Maltese
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@emanuel1373
He really wrote 'Heavy clouds with a chance of crying' and we let him go through with it 😭
@CHAOSKNIGHT-gk1tk
shut up man just listen to the song
@emanuel1373
@@CHAOSKNIGHT-gk1tk tf?? When people write that it means they admire their songwriting skills, I'm not actually complaining, I'm impressed.
@zcwan5349
@@CHAOSKNIGHT-gk1tk so why don't you shut up and listen to the song then lol
@CHAOSKNIGHT-gk1tk
@@emanuel1373 sorry man
@raphaelharvey9735
@@CHAOSKNIGHT-gk1tk at least you apologised.
@peaches5765
Your songs make me feel things and things make me confused but hey, its better than nothing. I love you <3
@mackpilgrim2926
That's edgy...
@clairesboyzd3933
@@mackpilgrim2926 it’s true
@spookyman5ever
this was an amazing notification to wake up to 😭