1. MATTHEW is an alternative roc… Read Full Bio ↴Many artists have the name MATTHEW:
1. MATTHEW is an alternative rock band from Chicago, featuring members of the bands Lacklustre & Seven Day Jesus. They released one full length on Rykodisc and an independent 7" vinyl before being dropped from the label in 2003. They have been promising and talking about a recorded sophomore album for the last three years. The lead singer, Brian McSweeney is currently recording his debut solo album.
2. MATTHEW is a club/dub/metal project from Phoenix, Az artist Matthew Draving. An album entitled "PHX" was released in 2009.
Step By Step
Matthew Lyrics
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You laid down and gave to me just what I'm seeking
Say love, you drive me to distraction
Oh hey my love do you believe that we might last a thousand years
Or more if not for this
Our flesh and blood
It ties you and me right up
Oh well, celebrate we will
Because life is short but sweet for certain
We're climbing two by two
To be sure these days continue
These things we cannot change
Hey, my love, you came to me like wine comes to this mouth
Grown tired of water all the time
You quench my heart and you quench my mind
Celebrate we will
Because life is short but
Sweet for certain
We're climbing two by two
To be sure these days continue
The things we cannot
Celebrate, you and me, climbing two by two, to be sure
These days continue, things we cannot change
Oh, my love I came to you
With best intentions
You laid down and gave to me
Just what I'm seeking
Celebrate we will
Because life is short
But sweet for certain
We're climbing two by two
To be sure these days continue
Things we cannot change
Things we cannot change
The lyrics to Matthew's song Step by Step describe a love that is cherished and celebrated despite the inevitability of change. The singer speaks to their beloved, saying that they came with the best intentions and that their love is all they have been seeking. Their love is one that can drive them to distraction, and yet they still wonder if it's enough to last a thousand years. They know that their flesh and blood tie them together, but they accept it and want to be tied down.
The chorus then comes in, celebrating life and the certainty that it is short but sweet. The two characters in the song recognize that they need to climb together, to ensure that their days continue on. They also understand that there are certain things that are out of their control, but that they will still celebrate their love and climb together.
Overall, the song is about celebrating love and finding joy in the moments we have together, even when we know that we will face inevitable change.
Line by Line Meaning
Say, my love, I came to you with best intentions
I approached you in good faith and sincerity, my beloved
You laid down and gave to me just what I'm seeking
You offered me precisely what I wanted and needed, my dearest
Say love, you drive me to distraction
My love, you captivate and overwhelm me completely
Oh hey my love do you believe that we might last a thousand years
My darling, do you think our love can endure for an eternity?
Or more if not for this
Perhaps even longer, had it not been for this circumstance
Our flesh and blood
Our physical bodies and human nature
It ties you and me right up
It binds us together completely
Tie me down
Join me in this unbreakable bond, my love
Oh well, celebrate we will
Still, we shall rejoice and be glad
Because life is short but sweet for certain
Because our time on earth is brief, but filled with beauty
We're climbing two by two
We're ascending together, side by side
To be sure these days continue
To ensure that we keep experiencing these moments
These things we cannot change
Some aspects of life are beyond our control
Hey, my love, you came to me like wine comes to this mouth
My love, you arrived in my life like the sweetest drink for my soul
Grown tired of water all the time
Bored of the mundane and ordinary existence
You quench my heart and you quench my mind
You satisfy my emotional and intellectual desires completely
Celebrate, you and me, climbing two by two, to be sure
Let us rejoice as we ascend together, ensuring our lasting joy
These days continue, things we cannot change
We long for these good times to endure, despite what we cannot alter
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: David John Matthews
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@jingzhao007
I am beginner and I followed step by step this video did 3 this painting the same evening, I am sooo happy with the results, you've made it very clear and easy to learn and understand the concept so I can apply them to any other paintings I do. And this gaven me a lot of confidence which is the most valuable take away here, to me! I appreciated it a lot! Thank you ๐
And my friends couldn't believe it was my first boat picture! ๐ I live on an island, sky sea and boats are what I wish to paint more.
@Joanna-nr4jt
Thank you for this, I will watch again and try to follow along! I love your artistic style (Iโm especially drawn to your green based landscapes) and your nice clearly explained video presentation style (I spent ages looking for artists who fulfilled both) Do you have more beginners lessons? There are so many videos itโs hard to find easier ones to start with. My mum did lots of watercolour painting but she passed away very unexpectedly a couple of years ago. I so wish I had asked her to teach me. I kept her paints, brushes and paper but am finding it very hard to start when I donโt know what Iโm doing. I donโt think you group your lessons into playlists for level or type unless Iโm looking in the wrong place? Thanks again, your pictures soothe me somehow.
@johnmonster4340
And I love the results you get with rough paper. Iโve been using CP and itโs nice but I think Iโll move to rough to get those definitions due to the โvalleys and mountainsโ in the paper
@johnmonster4340
This was so timely, Matt. Iโm doing a sailboat painting today but in turquoise/blueish tones today in #the100dayproject. Thank you (again ๐)
@learntopaintwatercolor
Glad to hear that, John! Best of luck in your painting.
@jarredwebb6638
Just the video I was looking for. I was thinking of painting a scene like this. Thank you for this clear and easy to follow video. I look forward to trying this out!!
@learntopaintwatercolor
Great!
@bobfotoples6950
Long time water color painter here, but away from it for the past 4 years. I enjoy seeing what I've missed. I've gotten away from true watercolor painting, trying to paint EXACTLY what's there, instead of letting the paint show me the way. (former student of Terry Madden)
@unafemina
I love the way you teach, so clear instructions! It makes it easy and enjoyable to follow you. Thank you for sharing your expertise!
@valorycanfield2169
I love how you teach. I was curious how the raw Siena would work, and it did! Love your angle on this wonderful medium!