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)
Sunlight
Matt Pond PA Lyrics
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I think that's what you said
So why would I want to stay
Oh no, no, see all of my mistakes
Watch the whole thing coming down
But I could never wait
To wake up to alarms
Oh no, no, I'm already gone
Kicking down the open doors
I wish you would say
When I fuck up that it's okay
That it's just a scrape
All this blood's gonna wash away
Sunlight on your face
On these too cold December days
I'll look past the stains
Oh, how they wash, how they wash away
What is left to say
When I can't count on my words
Before the first snow stays
Oh no, no, but I will be so far
To the north of any place
I wish you would say
When I fuck up that it's okay
That it's just a scrape
All this blood's gonna wash away
Sunlight on your face
On these too cold December days
I'll look past the stains
How they wash, how they wash away
I wish you would say
When I fuck up that it's okay
That it's just a scrape
All this blood's gonna wash away
Sunlight on your face
On these too cold December days
I'll look past the stains
How they wash, how they wash away
Shadows they don't stain
They just wash, they just wash away
The first verse of the song "Sunlight" by Matt Pond PA contains a sense of reflective self-examination. The singer acknowledges that they may push too hard when it comes to relationships, which is something the other person has called them out on. They question why they would want to stay if their actions aren't perceived positively. The singer seems to understand that they've made mistakes and watches as everything crumbles apart.
The second verse describes the singer's tendency to leave before it's too late. They prefer to wake up early to avoid any problems that may arise later. The words "I'm already gone" suggest the singer is always trying to find their way out of difficult situations. However, as the lyrics progress, the singer expresses a desire for acceptance from the other person. They want them to say "it's okay" when they mess up, and that the stains will eventually wash away.
The chorus features the metaphor of sunlight washing away stains. The singer seems convinced that any mistakes they make can be forgiven and forgotten, but they need confirmation from the other person. The final line emphasizes this point: "Shadows they don't stain, they just wash away." In other words, the singer is hoping for a fresh start, unburdened by the past.
Line by Line Meaning
Think I push too hard
I believe that I am trying too hard.
I think that's what you said
I recall you mentioning that I was too pushy.
So why would I want to stay
Given my behavior, it is not clear why I would want to remain.
Oh no, no, see all of my mistakes
I am now noticing all of my errors.
Watch the whole thing coming down
I can see everything collapsing around me.
But I could never wait
I am impatient.
To wake up to alarms
I refuse to wait for any alarm clock to wake me up.
Before it gets that bad
I would rather act before it becomes worse.
Oh no, no, I'm already gone
Unfortunately, I have already left.
Kicking down the open doors
I do not hesitate to take advantage of opportunities.
I wish you would say
I desire for you to reassure me.
When I fuck up that it's okay
Tell me that it is acceptable when I make mistakes.
That it's just a scrape
Assure me that what happened is not serious.
All this blood's gonna wash away
Promise me that this will all pass.
Sunlight on your face
Your face looks beautiful in the sunlight.
On these too cold December days
The weather during December is severely cold.
I'll look past the stains
I am willing to ignore the stains and imperfections.
Oh, how they wash, how they wash away
It is amazing to see how these stains can be easily washed away.
What is left to say
I am unsure of what else can be said.
When I can't count on my words
My words are not reliable at the moment.
Before the first snow stays
I must act before it is too late.
Oh no, no, but I will be so far
Even though it is urgent, I am not in a hurry to act.
To the north of any place
I will be far away from any known location.
Shadows they don't stain
Shadows do not leave a permanent mark.
They just wash, they just wash away
They disappear as soon as they are exposed to water.
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: LINDSAY TOMASIC, WILLIAM FQ (QUINN) SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
tropicwave1
Sunlight
Matt Pond PA
Album: Last Light
Think I push too hard
I think that's what you said
So why would I want to stay
Oh no
See all my mistakes
Watch the whole thing coming down
Now I could never wait
To wake up to alarms
Before it gets that bad
Oh no
I'm already gone
Kicking down the open doors
I wish you would say
When I fuck up that it's ok
That it's just a scrape
All this blood is gonna wash away
Sunlight on your face
On these too cold December days
I'll look past the stains
How they wash, how they wash away
What is left to say
When I can't count on my words
Before the first snow stays
Oh no
I will be so far
To the north of any place
I wish you would say
When I fuck up that it's ok
That it's just a scrape
All this blood is gonna wash away
Sunlight on your face
On these too cold December days
I'll look past the stains
How they wash, how they wash away
I wish you would say
When I fuck up that it's ok
That it's just a scrape
All this blood is gonna wash away
Sunlight on your face
On these too cold December days
I'll look past the stains
How they wash, how they wash away
Shadows they don't stain
They just wash, they just wash away
Fallene de Herfst
Hard to believe it's been 10 years already for this.Still awesome.
LAMCL23
I love this song! It's been years since I've heard it, I only ever heard it that one time, it's a real treat to hear this again. Question: Is this vid about John Lennon and Yoko Ono? It looks like it....I just want to know for sure....
tropicwave1
Sunlight
Matt Pond PA
Album: Last Light
Think I push too hard
I think that's what you said
So why would I want to stay
Oh no
See all my mistakes
Watch the whole thing coming down
Now I could never wait
To wake up to alarms
Before it gets that bad
Oh no
I'm already gone
Kicking down the open doors
I wish you would say
When I fuck up that it's ok
That it's just a scrape
All this blood is gonna wash away
Sunlight on your face
On these too cold December days
I'll look past the stains
How they wash, how they wash away
What is left to say
When I can't count on my words
Before the first snow stays
Oh no
I will be so far
To the north of any place
I wish you would say
When I fuck up that it's ok
That it's just a scrape
All this blood is gonna wash away
Sunlight on your face
On these too cold December days
I'll look past the stains
How they wash, how they wash away
I wish you would say
When I fuck up that it's ok
That it's just a scrape
All this blood is gonna wash away
Sunlight on your face
On these too cold December days
I'll look past the stains
How they wash, how they wash away
Shadows they don't stain
They just wash, they just wash away
ouackstrax
When I first heard this I was mostly relieved that it was not an acoustic Wham cover. ; )
I've loved me some MP & MPPA ever since I heard The Hollows and think The Freeep is one of the greatest modern EP's of all time.
and, and, and...I can't believe they blocked the So Much Trouble video from his own channel.
mark oman
What is wrong with the world? 95,000 views. I have listened to it more than that. This is a great song.
Parsons131313
2023 and still love this song!
OdedMusic
cool concept for a video - and the song's great too!
CaribooSawyer
"I wish you would say, when I fuck up that it's OK".... Words to parent by. Thanks for the wisdom in song, Matt.
Phil Johansson
awesome vid, reminds me of the parties i've been too awesome song to go with it
Christopher Liando
this guys are good omfg!