Matt Pond PA has performed with Ted Leo and the Pharmacists, Nickel Creek, Youth Group, Mae, Keane, Guster, Dios Malos, Neko Case, Straylight Run, and Liz Phair.
The band's music has been included in the soundtrack for the FOX television program The O.C., specifically cover versions of Oasis' "Champagne Supernova" and Neutral Milk Hotel's "In the Aeroplane Over the Sea."
As of late 2007, the lineup consists of Matt Pond on vocals and guitar, Dan Crowell on drums, Steve Jewett on guitar, Matthew Daniel Siskin on bass, and Chris Hansen on keyboards, guitar, and vocals.
Albums
* Deer Apartments (1998)
* Measure (2000)
* The Green Fury (2002)
* The Nature of Maps (2002)
* Emblems (2004)
* Several Arrows Later (2005)
* Last Light (2007)
* The Dark Leaves (2010)
EPs & Singles
* I Thought You Were Sleeping EP (2001)
* This Is Not the Green Fury (2001)
* Four Songs EP (2004)
* Lily Two (Single) (2004)
* Winter Songs EP (2005)
* Snow Day (Single) (2005)
* Halloween (Single) (2006)
* Champagne Supernova EP (2006)
* Several Arrows Later (Single) (2006)
* If You Want Blood (2007)
* People Have A Way (Single) (2007)
* Sunlight (Single) (2007)
* The Freeep (2008)
* The Threeep - Part I - Starting (2009)
Lily Two
Matt Pond PA Lyrics
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Lily you don't have to when you see the moon
You trust it's light
The crickets sing loud
Lily you can hear it in their voices how you've made them proud
At the top of your voice there is no doing wrong I swear
Lily you be just who you are
Don't keep appointments
With disappointment
Hiding in a hiding place you don't have to look away
The Mississippi brings new water every day
Look at the sun how it glows in a million waves
Lily there are just as many ways
At the top of your voice there is no doing wrong I swear
Lily you be just who you are
Southern skies
Lily you're connected to the stars and to the world tonight
The night is fair
Lily it can promise that the next day there'll be
So much there
The song "Lily Two" by Matt Pond PA is an upbeat and positive tune with encouraging lyrics about being true to oneself and finding beauty in life's simple moments. The opening lines "Who knows what's right, Lily you don't have to when you see the moon, you trust it's light" suggest that sometimes we don't necessarily need to know the answers to every question, but rather trust our intuition and the things we see and feel. The reference to the moon is a recurring theme throughout the song, representing a source of guidance and a reminder that even in the dark, there is always a light to follow.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of being authentic and true to oneself, even if it means going against societal expectations or norms. "At the top of your voice, there is no doing wrong I swear, Lily you be just who you are" encourages listeners to speak up and embrace their individuality. The verses that follow offer further guidance on how to navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience. "Don't keep appointments with disappointment; hiding in a hiding place, you don't have to look away" suggest that by facing our fears and limitations head on, we can find strength and overcome obstacles.
The song also makes reference to the natural world, with lyrics like "The Mississippi brings new water every day, look at the sun how it glows in a million waves, Lily there are just as many ways." These lines suggest that in nature, there is always renewal and beauty, and that there are infinite possibilities for growth and exploration.
Overall, "Lily Two" is an uplifting and optimistic song with lyrics that encourage listeners to embrace their true selves, trust their instincts, and find joy in life's simple pleasures.
Line by Line Meaning
Who knows what's right
No one can be certain of what is right in life.
Lily you don't have to when you see the moon
Just like how you trust the moon's light, you don't always have to know what's right to move forward.
You trust it's light
You believe in something that may not be certain but provides guidance anyway.
The crickets sing loud
Nature can provide a sense of pride and joy.
Lily you can hear it in their voices how you've made them proud
Your presence and actions have an impact on the world around you, and it's for the better.
At the top of your voice there is no doing wrong I swear
When you shout with conviction, you can't go wrong or make a mistake.
Lily you be just who you are
Don't worry about fitting in or changing yourself to please others - be true to yourself.
Don't keep appointments
Don't constantly plan for disappointment and missed expectations.
With disappointment
Don't focus on the negative things in life.
Hiding in a hiding place you don't have to look away
There's no need to hide from difficult situations - you can face them head on.
The Mississippi brings new water every day
Change is constant and inevitable, just like how the river brings new water each day.
Look at the sun how it glows in a million waves
The sun can be seen in many different lights and perspectives, just like life.
Lily there are just as many ways
There are countless ways to live and experience life.
Southern skies
The beauty of the southern sky can connect us to something larger than ourselves.
Lily you're connected to the stars and to the world tonight
You are part of the universe and can feel a sense of belonging to it.
The night is fair
The night can provide a sense of balance and equality, just like how everyone experiences it the same.
Lily it can promise that the next day there'll be
Tomorrow holds potential and possibilities that we can look forward to.
So much there
There is so much to experience and look forward to in life.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: MATTHEW MORRIS POND
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