As well as his solo work, White is known as the leader of the avant-garde jazz big band Fight the Big Bull (for whom he composes and arranges all music) and a former member of rock band The Great White Jenkins.
White released his debut album as a leader, Big Inner, in August 2012.
Big Love
Matthew E. White Lyrics
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Oh, you don't want to spiral with me
Because I think that I can trust you
About as far as I can throw you
And I'm moving on, I'm moving on
Moving on like any other man should
Moving on like any other man would
Moving on like any other man should
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I've got to carry on
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I've got to carry on
Time to mess around, time to mess around
Oh, you don't want to mess around with me
Because I think that I can trust you
About as I far as I can throw you
And I'm moving on, I'm moving on
Moving on like any other man should
Moving on like any other man would
Moving on like any other man should
Moving on like any other man would
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I've got to carry on
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I've got to carry on
Why don't you drop that shit?
I am the same old shit
I am the same old shit
I am the same old shit
Live free
Girl, I am a barracuda, I am a (hurricane)
I am a (hurricane), I am a (hurricane)
Live free
I am a barracuda, I am a (hurricane)
I am a (hurricane), I am a (hurricane)
Live free
I am a barracuda, I am a (hurricane)
I am a (hurricane), I am a (hurricane)
Live free
Girl, why don't you drop that shit?
I am the same old shit
I am the same old shit
I am the same old shit
Live free
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I've got to carry on
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I've got to carry on
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I've got to carry on
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I've got to carry on
The song "Big Love" by Matthew E. White is a soulful and upbeat track that deals with the themes of moving on and carrying on despite the challenges of love. The lyrics suggest a certain level of mistrust towards the person that he is addressing, which is conveyed through the lines "Because I think that I can trust you / About as far as I can throw you." The repetition of the phrase "moving on like any other man should" reinforces the idea of not dwelling on a negative relationship and choosing to leave it behind, while the catchy chorus emphasizes the importance of carrying on with the support of one's friends and family.
The bridge of the song, which repeats the phrase "I am the same old shit", seems to address the idea of self-doubt, reminding listeners that they are capable of making mistakes and being imperfect. However, the use of the phrase "live free" at the end of each repetition suggests a desire to move forward and leave the past behind.
Overall, "Big Love" is a song that encourages listeners to embrace change and let go of negativity in order to move towards a happier and more fulfilling life.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's begin to spiral, let's begin to spiral
Let's take a journey together, let's get lost in something together.
Oh, you don't want to spiral with me
You don't want to experience anything new with me.
Because I think that I can trust you
I'm not sure if I can trust you.
About as far as I can throw you
I don't trust you very much at all.
And I'm moving on, I'm moving on
I'm moving forward with my life.
Moving on like any other man should
I'm doing what I'm supposed to do.
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I'm searching for something substantial.
I've got to carry on
I have to keep moving forward.
Time to mess around, time to mess around
Let's play around and have some fun.
Oh, you don't want to mess around with me
You're not interested in having fun with me.
Why don't you drop that shit?
Why don't you let go of whatever's holding you back?
I am the same old shit
I'm stuck in my old ways.
Live free
Be true to yourself.
Girl, I am a barracuda, I am a (hurricane)
I'm a force to be reckoned with.
Big love, big love, big love, big love
I'm still searching for that significant connection.
I've got to carry on
I have to keep searching for what I want.
Contributed by Noah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MaryamMotamediOriginal
Any song that successfully incorporates seagull sounds in its intro is a 10/10. This is SO good. Cheers.
@TheGianko74
This guy is a massive talent. I'm in love with his first album and cannot wait for his second one, which should be out soon. Moreover, he's a bear ♥
@bibbedyboo3532
Matthew E. White works are a fantastic experience in time.
@Yngeldorf
Come back to Sweden! I miss you.
You played one of the best concerts i have ever listened to.
@roverspinne
Southern Nights and Happiness are timeless.
@flamencopeko
This gave me an all over good feeling. Much appreciated.
@gosatta1
A depressingly underrated album, that.
@andersdemitz-helin1630
A jubilant song coinciding with the birth of my eldest. Immediate and forever lasting love and joy. Dancing around in the kitchen with her hanging on my shoulder.
@imwithfatcats
AMAZING BASSLINE!
@Kalamikat
J'adore ce petit air entêtant de piano !!! Hormis cela, j'apprécie bien sûr l'excellente ligne de basse et ce bel ensemble entraînant et décontractant ! Feeling :)