Good is a strong advocate for human rights, and is affiliated with Amnesty International.
He has also released a book entitled "At Last There Is Nothing Left to Say," consisting of a series of blog entries and manifestos he posted on Matthew Good Band's website before the band disbanded. As well as being a testament to why he continues to have a solid and devoted fan-base, the work showcases Matt's unique perspective, and the creative mind that is the source of his success.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada 2002
Flashdance II
Matthew Good Lyrics
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Ha ha. I'm naught.
[matt:] okay, just forget it man
[boy:] alright you slam your band !
[matt:] you're fired ! I told you! we really fucking hate this band, they suck!
She was a dancer I was out work
She had a law degree, I used to be a clerk
I take my clothes off whenever it suits me
Barely living, but I'm living large
Well it ain't the ending that I fear
So lets go downtown
And walk around til you feel like the walls are caving in
You could sail beside the world tonight
They were taken, and they would ruin you
You could sell us every words tonight
She had a name like April spring
But her mother called her judy
She takes her clothes off for the Japanese
She says they're nicer than most would be
Barely living, but we're living large
Well ain't the middle that I fear
Put in the ground
And wait arund til you feel like the walls are caving in
You could sail beside the world tonight
And they were taken
And they would ruin you
Well her hate is still prettier in person
Prettier than words now, prettier than, prettier than me
You could sail beside the world tonight
You're turning into the biggest it all gets
And my head is so light
You're turning into the biggest it all gets
And my head is so light, so, so light
You could sail beside the world tonight
And they were taken, and they would ruin you
Well her hate is prettier in person
Prettier than words now, prettier than me...
The lyrics of Matthew Good's song Flashdance II seem to be about the singer's relationship with a stripper. The first verse talks about how the singer and the stripper have different professions - she is a dancer while he is out of work, and she has a law degree while he used to be a clerk. However, they both take their clothes off - she for Japanese clients and he whenever he wants to. The chorus is about going out and exploring the city, despite the fears of what might happen. The second verse is about the stripper, whom the singer calls April or Judy. He describes how she takes her clothes off for the Japanese, who she says are nicer than most people would be. The song ends with the repetition of "you could sail beside the world tonight" and reflects on how her hate is prettier in person.
The lyrics seem to be about the contrast between people's public and private lives - how they present themselves to society versus who they are behind closed doors. The singer and the stripper have different public personas, but share the same private experience of revealing themselves to others. The song takes a melancholic tone, suggesting that their lives may not be fulfilling but they are making the most of it. Ultimately, the repetition of "sail beside the world tonight" suggests that sometimes it's best to give into wanderlust and explore the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
She was a dancer I was out work
She had a job as a dancer, while I was unemployed
She had a law degree, I used to be a clerk
She had an education in law, while I used to work as a clerk
She takes her clothes off for the Japanese
She performs as a stripper for the Japanese audience
I take my clothes off whenever it suits me
I undress when it feels right to me
Barely living, but I'm living large
I may not have much, but I'm still enjoying life
Well it ain't the ending that I fear
I'm not afraid of death or finality
So lets go downtown
Let's head to the city center
And walk around til you feel like the walls are caving in
Keep walking until you feel overwhelmed and suffocated
You could sail beside the world tonight
You have the opportunity to explore the world tonight
They were taken, and they would ruin you
They were taken away and it would cause harm to you
You could sell us every words tonight
You have the ability to convince us of anything tonight
She had a name like April spring
She had a name that sounded like a season of rebirth
But her mother called her judy
But her mother had given her a different name
She takes her clothes off for the Japanese
She performs as a stripper for the Japanese audience
She says they're nicer than most would be
She believes the Japanese audience is kinder than most
Barely living, but we're living large
We may not have much, but we're still enjoying life
Well ain't the middle that I fear
I'm not afraid of the middle or anything in between
Put in the ground
Bury in the earth
And wait around til you feel like the walls are caving in
And wait until you feel overwhelmed and suffocated
Well her hate is still prettier in person
Her physical presence is more attractive than her hatred
Prettier than words now, prettier than, prettier than me
She is more physically attractive than I am
You're turning into the biggest it all gets
You're becoming the biggest thing there is
And my head is so light
And I feel light-headed
And they were taken, and they would ruin you
They were removed and it would cause harm to you
Well her hate is prettier in person
Her physical presence is more attractive than her hatred
Prettier than words now, prettier than me...
More physically attractive than words or I am
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVE GENN, MATTHEW GOOD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
emilyrl
I will never stop loving this song.
Ganges Excavating
another hidden gem from Matt.
Brina Bruyere
This song gives me the most chills ever ❤️
jtathaizzosh
I have the Loser Anthems still in the original packaging, its awesome. Has a sticker on it saying that The Audio Of Being is coming out soon! LOVE IT
Sean Damon
@coquitlam9 Like a lot of Matthew Good tracks, there is a depth to the lyrics that is hiding in plain sight. He manages to find poetry in the dirt between the bricks that other people just dismiss as grime. He sees things other don't see but when it's put into words, it can seem very obvious.
Lukas
Great song. Deserved to be on either 'Beautiful Midnight' or 'Audio of Being' for more exposure.
pinkfloydrocks7
hands down the best song by Matthew Good Band
BIG BLutO Neee (Thee Actual Rap Devil)
this was always my fav matthew good band song
Bradmorrison
The chorus is awesome!
coquitlam9
@makesyouaweapon Exactly. Well put. You've completely articulated, in a way I could have only dreamed, what I love about the works of Matthew Good.