After departing The Guthries to embark on a solo career, Mays released his self-titled debut which maintained the rootsy, laid-back feel of his earlier work but also had a decidedly more rock vibe. The solo debut caused quite a stir across Canada and went on to be nominated to two Juno Awards (New Artist & Adult Alternative Album).
Mays followed this up with the first Matt Mays & El Torpedo album, recorded with the live band he had formed to tour in support of the Matt Mays album. Matt Mays & El Torpedo had quickly evolved into one of Canada’s best live acts. Produced with Grammy Award-winner Don Smith (Tom Petty, Keith Richards), the album’s first single “Cocaine Cowgirl” was a massive hit and the album went on to win four East Coast Music Awards in 2006. The band began working in the US as well, the highlight of which was an appearance on the Conan O’Brien show.
Just when everyone had him tagged as a Tom Petty inspired rock and roller Mays veered off in another direction, producing the music for ill-fated When the Angels Make Contact film. While it confounded many fans the album was a critical success and went on to be nominated for another Juno in the Adult Alternative Album of the Year category. Matt put together an eight piece band to tour the music and visuals from When The Angels Make Contact.
2008 saw the return of El Torpedo and the Terminal Romance album. Produced in the UK with producer Chris Tsangarides (Thin Lizzy, Judas Priest, Anvil) the album features the singles “Tall Trees”, “Building A Boat”, and the epic title track. Terminal Romance won the ECMA for Rock Album of the Year in 2008 and was nominated for a Juno in the same category.
Mays is back in solo mode now, working on material when not on the road with a new band performing material from all four albums.
Your Heart
Matt Mays Lyrics
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Follow me outside this party don't seem right for you
Your boyfriend's drunk, he's passed out on the ground
So follow me out to where nobody's around
Your heart and mine should really spend some time together
The blood'll be flowing through our veins like a stream in stormy weather
From the end of my toes to the very back of my brain
Your boyfriend's drunk, he's passed out on the ground
So follow me out to where nobody's around
Your heart and mine should really spend some time together
The blood'll be flowing through our veins like a stream in stormy weather
You're done with this due and I do believe it's done with you
But if you're leaving now, would you mind if I came along too
'Cause everybody's drunk, they're passed out on the ground
We could go out to where nobody's around
Your heart and mine should really spend some time together
The blood'll be flowing through our veins like a stream in stormy weather
(repeat)
Blood'll be flowing through our veins
Blood'll be flowing through our veins
Blood'll be flowing through our veins like a stream in stormy weather
It should be better
The lyrics of "Your Heart" by Matt Mays tell the story of two people who are at a party where things are not going well. The boyfriend of the girl is drunk and passed out on the ground, and the singer urges her to follow him outside to a quiet place where they can spend time together. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency, with the singer feeling a strong connection with the girl and a desire to be with her.
The lyrics are metaphorical, with the "blood flowing through our veins like a stream in stormy weather" representing the strong emotions that the singer feels for the girl. The stormy weather may represent the tumultuous nature of their relationship, but the singer is willing to weather this storm for a chance to be with her.
The song is musically simple, with a repeating chord progression and a catchy, sing-along chorus. The simplicity of the music allows the lyrics to take center stage and convey the urgency of the situation.
Overall, "Your Heart" by Matt Mays is a powerful love song that conveys a sense of urgency and a strong desire to be with someone.
Line by Line Meaning
Do me a favour if you got nothing to do
If you have nothing to do, could you please do me a favor?
Follow me outside this party don't seem right for you
It seems like this party isn't the right place for you, so would you please follow me outside?
Your boyfriend's drunk, he's passed out on the ground
Your boyfriend is very drunk and has fallen unconscious on the ground.
So follow me out to where nobody's around
Let's go somewhere alone where nobody is around.
Your heart and mine should really spend some time together
We should spend some time together and get closer.
The blood'll be flowing through our veins like a stream in stormy weather
Our blood will be flowing through our veins with intensity, like a stream during a storm.
I feel it in my blood and in every one of my veins
I can feel this attraction deep in my body and it's coursing through my veins.
From the end of my toes to the very back of my brain
This feeling is so strong that it's present in every inch of my body, from my toes to my brain.
You're done with this due and I do believe it's done with you
It seems like you're finished with this party and it no longer interests you.
But if you're leaving now, would you mind if I came along too
If you're leaving now, do you mind if I come with you?
'Cause everybody's drunk, they're passed out on the ground
Everyone here is very drunk and is passed out on the ground.
We could go out to where nobody's around
If you want, we could go somewhere alone where nobody is around.
Blood'll be flowing through our veins
Our blood will be flowing fast and intense through our veins.
It should be better
This situation should be better than it currently is.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Matt Mays
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Donald Bottomley
I played this on a show I did at CJSR University of Alberta Campus Radio, called Musical Tapas, back in 2007. Was the highlight of my day
dwight listmayer
Really nice song, heard it on CBC!
snaggletooth 70
Love ya matt, from ur canadian brother