Much of 2011 was spent on tour. In addition to visiting most of the US, he ventured to the UK, Netherlands and Germany in support of his 2010 release, the EP Living Proof. 2012 sees the release of his follow up album, Pieces, dropping 6/19.
Pieces is a collection of melancholic yet uplifting songs mixed with the modern, yet timeless production of Nashville engineer/producer Stephen Gause. From the first chord struck on the keys of opener “Emotionally Involved,” the listeners are drawn into Simons' world, led by his melodic turns and the driving intensity of the drums. Next, the lead single “Gone” lets his soulful side shine as Simons paints a picture of a man in a failing relationship, struggling to hold on as he’s realizing he needs to let go. “I’m so tired of being wrong, I’m gone.” The net is abuzz with praise for the song, which was released on March 20th and is currently streaming on mattsimonsmusic.com.
The album continues to demonstrate Simons’ abilities as a musician and a writer as he seamlessly shifts gears between songs. With the sweet “Miss You More,” his vocals soar into a lighter, higher range reminiscent of a ballad by artists such as Ben Folds or The Beatles. The one non-original on the album is a cover and re-working of Death Cab For Cutie’s “I Will Follow You Into The Dark.” Simons’ piano replaces the original’s acoustic guitar, as various mellotron parts creep in to flesh out the sound, resulting in a hauntingly beautiful interpretation.
With its catchy melodies and relatable themes, Pieces maintains an inventive sound while appealing to a wide range of audiences. It's sure to become one of summer’s hottest releases.
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Say Goodbye
Matt Simons Lyrics
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Still heartbroken butt the way that lovers lie,
I used to need her now it's hard to record why
I think it's time to say goodbye
How many days she did not call and did not write
All we've been trough I never treaded her unkind
Could not be bordered as she watched me lose my mind
But I still believe in love
Visions of a girl that I've been dreaming of
Can't remember when exactly time was on my side
I think it's time to say goodbye
Can be said that I don't even like for site
A firm believer and storm where an appetite
How many years now sinds they gave up that good fight
Let bark could not bite
But I still believe in truth
Words there ones there hurt do not require proof
Still remember when that was there words where on my side
I think it's time to say goodbye
*piano*
How many party and rooftop lonely nights
How many girls how many fancy evenings flights
Do I lay down before I get you of my site
It's been hard to feel all right
But I still believe in love
Visions of our life that I've been dreaming of
Can't remember when exactly time was on my side
But I can finally say goodbye
Oe oe oe oe, I can finally say goodbye
The lyrics to Matt Simons's song "Say Goodbye" showcase the complexity and difficulty of relationships. The song starts by portraying the singer as someone who is staying up late while his partner is sleeping next to him, feeling heartbroken but also acknowledging that lovers often lie. He used to need her, but now it's difficult to remember why, and he believes it is time to say goodbye.
Throughout the rest of the song, the singer reflects on the various experiences that led him to this point. He thinks about the times when his partner did not call or write, but still held out hope that they could make it work. He wonders about the years that have passed since they gave up on their once-promising relationship. But despite all of this, he still believes in love and truth, and holds onto visions of a better future with a different girl.
Overall, "Say Goodbye" is a song that captures the mixed emotions that arise when a relationship has run its course. The singer is hesitant to let go of what he once had, but recognizes that it's time to move on and find happiness elsewhere.
Line by Line Meaning
Stay up lately while she's sleeping by my side,
I have trouble sleeping at night while my lover sleeps peacefully next to me.
Still heartbroken butt the way that lovers lie,
Although my heart is still broken, I know that people in love often bend the truth.
I used to need her now it's hard to record why
I used to feel like I needed her, but now I'm not sure why.
I think it's time to say goodbye
I believe it's time for our relationship to end.
How many days she did not call and did not write
I lost count of how many days went by without her contacting me.
All we've been trough I never treaded her unkind
We've been through a lot and I was always kind to her.
Could not be bordered as she watched me lose my mind
She didn't seem to care as I struggled with my mental health.
She could take her pressure time
She was patient and never seemed to be in a hurry.
But I still believe in love
Despite my experience, I still believe in the power of love.
Visions of a girl that I've been dreaming of
I have a vision of the perfect girl I've been dreaming about.
Can't remember when exactly time was on my side
I can't recall a time when things felt easy.
I think it's time to say goodbye
I'm confident now that it's time to end this relationship.
Can be said that I don't even like for site
I can hardly stand to look at her anymore.
A firm believer and storm where an appetite
I am certain about what I want and I won't settle for less.
How many years now sinds they gave up that good fight
It's been years since we've had a good relationship.
Let bark could not bite
She talks a big game, but she can't follow through.
But I still believe in truth
I still believe in being honest, even if it hurts.
Words there ones there hurt do not require proof
Words that hurt don't need proof to be real.
Still remember when that was there words where on my side
I remember a time when her words were comforting and supportive.
I think it's time to say goodbye
It's definitely time to move on from this relationship.
*piano*
Quick piano interlude.
How many party and rooftop lonely nights
I've spent many lonely nights at parties and on rooftops.
How many girls how many fancy evenings flights
I've been with many different women, been on many fancy dates, and traveled a lot.
Do I lay down before I get you of my site
Will it take more distractions before I can forget about her?
It's been hard to feel all right
It's been difficult to feel okay lately.
But I still believe in love
Despite the pain, my belief in love hasn't wavered.
Visions of our life that I've been dreaming of
I still envision the perfect life with a partner I've been dreaming of.
Can't remember when exactly time was on my side
It's been a long time since things felt good and easy.
But I can finally say goodbye
But I feel like I can finally end things with her.
Oe oe oe oe, I can finally say goodbye
Outro refrain repeated multiple times: 'I can finally say goodbye.'
Contributed by Christopher G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.