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Matt Van Lyrics


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My heart is a metronome
Set to the beat of your drum
Let me set the tone
You're not alone
The miles in between
Only serve as a stepping stone

I wanna wake up by your side
Whisper everything's gonna be all right
Look me in the eye
I know you don't need me
But I need you tonight

Your face is a miracle
It relieves my mind of the cynical
I'm not in control
When you turn to smile at me
With your eyes like fire
And your lips like gravity

I wanna wake up by your side
Pretend everything's gonna be all right
And in the night
I will keep you safe
From dusk 'till the morning light

I'm living in this fantasy
You are the words to my melody
Is this a dream
Baby I don't know

I'm losing touch with reality
Unsure if you're killing me
Or saving me
Baby I don't know

I don't know
I don't know
I don't know
I don't know





Maybe I'll be your melody
With eyes like fire and lips like gravity

Overall Meaning

In these lyrics, Matt Van expresses his deep feelings and emotions towards someone he cares about. He compares his heart to a metronome, which symbolizes how his emotions are synchronized with the rhythm of this person's presence in his life. By setting the tone, he means that he wants to create a harmonious and stable atmosphere between them. He assures this person that they are not alone, even when they are physically apart, as the distance between them only acts as a temporary obstacle.


Matt Van longs to wake up next to this person, seeking comfort and reassurance. He wants to be there for them, whispering that everything will be alright. Looking into their eyes, he recognizes that they don't necessarily need him, but he deeply needs them in that moment. Their presence and support bring him peace and tranquility.


The person's face is described as a miracle, indicating that their appearance has a profound impact on Matt Van. Being around them allows him to momentarily escape from his cynical thoughts and worries. He acknowledges that he is not in control when this person smiles at him, emphasizing the power they hold over him. Their eyes are compared to fire and their lips to gravity, suggesting that there is an intense and magnetic attraction between them.


Matt Van continues expressing his desire to wake up beside this person and pretend that everything will be alright, highlighting his need for emotional refuge. He promises to keep them safe throughout the night, acting as their protector until morning comes. It becomes apparent that he is living in a fantasy and sees this person as the perfect complement to his life. They are the missing pieces that complete his own melody, making him question whether this is all simply a dream.


As he becomes more entwined with this person, Matt Van starts to lose touch with reality. He is unsure if their presence is causing him pain or saving him from something else. The uncertainty reflects his confusion and vulnerability in the relationship. He concludes by admitting that he doesn't know what the future holds but is willing to become their melody, emphasizing the profound impact this person has on him with their fiery eyes and captivating lips.


Line by Line Meaning

My heart is a metronome
My emotions are constant and rhythmic, in tune with you


Set to the beat of your drum
Guided by your influence and actions


Let me set the tone
Allow me to establish the mood and atmosphere


You're not alone
I am here to support and be with you


The miles in between
The distance that separates us


Only serve as a stepping stone
Act as temporary obstacles that we can overcome


I wanna wake up by your side
Desire to start each day with you


Whisper everything's gonna be all right
Assuring that everything will be fine


Look me in the eye
Directly engage with me


I know you don't need me
Acknowledge that you are independent


But I need you tonight
Expressing personal longing for your presence


Your face is a miracle
Your appearance is extraordinary and wondrous


It relieves my mind of the cynical
Eases my pessimistic thoughts


I'm not in control
Lack of authority or command over the situation


When you turn to smile at me
When you give me your affectionate expression


With your eyes like fire
Intense and passionate gaze


And your lips like gravity
Drawing me in, irresistible


Pretend everything's gonna be all right
Imagining a future where everything is okay


And in the night
During the dark hours


I will keep you safe
I will protect you


From dusk 'till the morning light
Throughout the entire night until daybreak


I'm living in this fantasy
Existing in a world of imagination and desire


You are the words to my melody
You complete and give meaning to my life


Is this a dream
Questioning the reality of the situation


Baby I don't know
Uncertainty and confusion


I'm losing touch with reality
Becoming disconnected from the real world


Unsure if you're killing me
Doubtful if your actions are causing harm


Or saving me
Possibly rescuing me from my previous state


I don't know
Lack of certainty or understanding


Maybe I'll be your melody
Perhaps I can be the source of joy and harmony for you


With eyes like fire and lips like gravity
Having passionate eyes and irresistible lips




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Written by: Matt Van

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Comments from YouTube:

JadeJax

I swear I recently discovered your music and I’m absolutely in love with your voice, the melody and the lyrics. You’re great♥️

Cara Major

I was already crying before the instrumental break, and now I'm happy crying. Your music does something so beautiful and inspiring to my heart <3

Goose

Found ot on spotify today , and I am very picky and rarely add a song . I heard this and found myself crying . It is beautiful and flawless. I can relate and it makes me feel something inside me that I've needed

Bad Manners

I keep coming back to this song. Matt Van, you make incredible music. This, one less star, Anna donia, all incredible. I put on my headphones so this will drown out all other sounds. It is the perfect way to listen to your music.

Simon Sigurd

This is without a doubt one of the best songs i have ever heard!!!! The emotions, the instrumentals, the build. You my friend, have made a masterpiece!

Carter Renk

I love your voice and the lyrics, I think the only thing I’d change would be less acoustic. “Favorite Dream” seemed like a perfect mix of modern tech with classic acoustic. “Idk” has great lyrics and perfect vocal notes but, the instruments over powered your voice. Other than that I love your voice and can’t wait to hear more music from you.

Carson

I love the song. Carter is spot on by saying to turn the instrumentals down. At some points the instruments drown out the vocals. The lyrics are amazing.

Matt Van

Carter Renk thanks for the insight, friend! i’ll continue to experiment with both acoustic and electronic sounds :)

Two Bit da Vinci

Fantastic song! I just came across some of your stuff and bought this on iTunes, I'm going to check out more... great work!!!

OneChilledSheep

Beautiful song <3

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