Jones began performing in 1997, debuting at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, GA, but he soon relocated to Nashville. In 2000 he released Nowhere Else But Here followed by an EP, For the Road, in 2003. Released in 2006, Throwing Punches in the Dark was produced by Neilson Hubbard (Glen Phillips, Garrison Star) and met with high critical praise. Jones re-teamed with Hubbard for Swallow the Sea, which was released in 2008. His music has found a home on Film and TV with over 30 placements on shows such as Grey's Anatomy, Bones, One Tree Hill, Pretty Liars & Private Practice.
MPJ has shared the stage with Shawn Colvin, Patty Griffin, Paula Cole, as well as being a staple feature in the nationally acclaimed "Ten Out of Tenn. Collective" with fellow artists, Katie Herzig, Erin McCarley, Butterfly Boucher, Andrew Belle and others.
Jones released his third full-length record, Land of the Living, on May 29, 2012.
Jones released The Waking Hours in September 2018.
Website https://www.mpjmusic.com/
Don't Fall in Love
Matthew Perryman Jones Lyrics
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You're stalling now.
Well don't you know where I've been?
There's fall out,
There is no doubt,
Where this is all gonna end.
Don't fall in love,
Don't fall in love,
With me.
It's a new trend.
Some kind of Hollywood romance.
Well isn't that what you mean?
The factory,
it's shining,
but it is not what it seems.
Don't fall in love,
Don't fall in love,
No, don't fall in love,
With me.
Where does it hit you,
When you're alone?
Do you let it get you?
Let it follow you home?
Oh, how would you
Ever know?
These buildings
have ceilings.
Well, there is no mistake.
We're locked in,
A beginning.
Well, do you know what this takes?
Don't fall in love,
Don't fall in love,
No, don't fall in love,
With me.
Ah, don't fall in love,
No, don't fall in love,
Whoa, don't fall in love,
With me.
The song "Don't Fall In Love" by Matthew Perryman Jones is a warning to someone who is trying to establish a romantic connection with him. The song is written from the perspective of someone who has been damaged by past relationships and is apprehensive about falling in love again despite harboring genuine feelings for the person in question. By stating "You're stalling now. Well don't you know where I've been?" Jones suggests that his prospective lover is holding back and perhaps not willing to commit entirely to the relationship. However, he does not blame them, rather acknowledging and validating their reluctance by pointing out the fallout that has occurred in previous relationships.
Jones stresses the dangers of falling in love with him by repeating the phrase, "Don't fall in love, don't fall in love, don't fall in love, with me." The repetition reinforces that he is asking his lover to exercise caution because he may not be ready for a relationship or able to handle the intensity of another romantic entanglement. Additionally, Jones references the idea of a Hollywood romance, dismissing the notion by suggesting that it is a new trend, and not something he is interested in. Perhaps he is challenging his partner to see beyond the superficial and focus on something more substantial.
Overall, "Don't Fall In Love" lyrically describes the trepidation and caution that someone can feel when trying to navigate a new relationship. Jones' use of repetition helps drive home the message that love can be dangerous if entered into naively or without a clear understanding of the risks involved.
Line by Line Meaning
My darling,
You're stalling now.
I can sense that you're hesitant to move forward with me, and it's causing delays in our relationship.
Well don't you know where I've been?
I've been through some rough patches in the past that have left me with emotional baggage, and I'm not sure if I'm ready for a new relationship.
There's fall out,
There is no doubt,
Where this is all gonna end.
I know that this relationship will inevitably lead to heartbreak and disappointment, and I don't want to put either of us through that pain.
Don't fall in love,
Don't fall in love,
Don't fall in love,
With me.
I'm warning you to be cautious and not to develop strong feelings for me, as it will be a painful and difficult road for both of us.
It's a new trend.
Some kind of Hollywood romance.
Well isn't that what you mean?
Our relationship feels superficial and contrived, like something out of a movie, and I can sense that you're more interested in the idea of us rather than the reality.
The factory,
it's shining,
but it is not what it seems.
Although our relationship may appear glamorous and exciting on the surface, it's not as perfect or fulfilling as it may seem.
Where does it hit you,
When you're alone?
Do you let it get you?
Let it follow you home?
Oh, how would you
Ever know?
I wonder how you truly feel about me and whether or not you let your thoughts and feelings about our relationship consume you, even when we're not together.
These buildings
have ceilings.
Well, there is no mistake.
There are limitations to our relationship, and I want to make sure that we're both aware of them before moving forward.
We're locked in,
A beginning.
Well, do you know what this takes?
Starting a new relationship takes effort, commitment, and dedication, and I'm not sure if we're both willing to put in the work.
Don't fall in love,
Don't fall in love,
No, don't fall in love,
With me.
Ah, don't fall in love,
No, don't fall in love,
Whoa, don't fall in love,
With me.
I'm repeating my warning to not fall in love with me, as I know it will only lead to heartache and pain for both of us.
Writer(s): JONES MATTHEW PERRYMAN, HUBBARD NEILSON GRAY
Contributed by Amelia E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.