His parents were divorced when he was only six years old. Later, his mother remarried and he moved to Canton, Ohio. Shortly after this, he met two of his best friends and future bandmates, Hoopes and Pittman. As a teenager Thiessen was well known for his very authentic goat impressions. The Beach Boys and The Beatles are two of his biggest musical influences. He likes wearing plaid, but doesn't like high-tops. He is loveable toward all animals (especially penguins). Thiessen is also known for being a prankster. Some of his favorite memories include getting massive sunburns and riding a yacht in Jacksonville, Florida. He now resides in Bolivar, Ohio. Some of his hardcore fans call him "Matty T" or "T-Sun."
In addition to being in Relient K, Thissen plays in his own solo piano project called Matthew Thiessen and the Earthquakes. The songs are typically emotional and very personal. He currently has 6 songs produced for many different CDs, including various compilation albums.
While primarily seen playing the guitar and the piano, it is said that Thiessen can play ten instruments. Other known instruments that he can play include bass, drums, bells, organ and trumpet.
Pressing On
Matthew Thiessen Lyrics
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We're on to something good here.
Out of mind, out of state.
Trying to keep my head on straight.
I think we're going somewhere.
We're on to something good here.
There's only one thing left to do.
Drop all I have and go with you.
Somewhere back there I left my worries all behind.
My problems fell out of the back of my mind.
We're going and I'm never knowing (never knowing) where we're going.
To go back to where I was would just be wrong.
I'm pressing on.
Pressing on, all my distress is going, going, gone. (pressing on, pressing on)
And I won't sit back, and take this anymore.
'Cause I'm done with that, I've got one foot out the door.
And to go back where I was would just be wrong
I'm pressing on.
I think we're going somewhere.
We're on to something good here.
Out of mind, out of state.
Trying to keep my head on straight.
I think we're going somewhere.
We're on to something good here.
Adversity, we get around it.
Searched for joy, in you I found it.
Somewhere back there I left my worries all behind;
My problems fell out of the back of my mind.
We're going and I'm never knowing (Never knowing) where we're going.
To go back to where I was would just be wrong;
I'm pressing on.
Pressing on, all my distress is going, going, gone
(Pressing on, pressing on).
And I won't sit back, and take this anymore.
'Cause I'm done with that, I've got one foot out the door.
And to go back where I was would just be wrong
I'm pressing on.
And to go back where I was would just be wrong
I'm pressing on . . .
On, pressing on, all my distress is going, going, gone
(Pressing on, pressing on).
And I won't sit back and take this anymore
'Cause I'm done with that; I've got one foot out the door,
And to go back to where I was would just be wrong.
I'm pressing on.
You look down on me, but you don't look down on me at all.
You smile and laugh, and I feel the love you have for me.
I think we're going somewhere.
We're on to something good here, and we're gonna make it after all.
The song "Pressing On" by Matthew Thiessen is about moving forward and leaving behind the worries and distresses of the past. The first verse acknowledges the uncertainty of the future but also suggests that there's something good in store if the singer goes with whoever it is he's addressing in the song. The second verse talks about leaving behind the problems and worries of the past and moving forward without looking back - this is his way of coping with adversity. The chorus reiterates that he won't let his past troubles consume him, and he's going to keep pressing on and moving forward no matter how uncertain things may seem.
Ultimately, the song emphasizes the importance of perseverance and not letting past mistakes or failures hold one back. This message is reinforced by the final line of the song, "We're on to something good here, and we're gonna make it after all" - suggesting that with a positive attitude and determination, success is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
I think we're going somewhere.
I believe that there's a positive future ahead for us.
We're on to something good here.
We've discovered something positive that we want to pursue.
Out of mind, out of state.
I've left behind my worries and problems and am in a new location.
Trying to keep my head on straight.
It's important for me to stay focused and level-headed.
There's only one thing left to do.
I need to make a big decision and take a risky action.
Drop all I have and go with you.
I'm willing to leave behind everything I have in order to pursue this new opportunity with you.
Somewhere back there I left my worries all behind.
I've made a conscious effort to mentally let go of my problems and worries.
My problems fell out of the back of my mind.
I've distanced myself from my past issues and they no longer dominate my thoughts.
We're going and I'm never knowing (Never knowing) where we're going.
We're on a journey with an uncertain destination.
To go back to where I was would just be wrong;
I don't want to return to my past situation.
Pressing on, all my distress is going, going, gone (Pressing on, pressing on).
I'm actively moving forward and leaving all of my worries behind.
And I won't sit back, and take this anymore.
I refuse to passively accept my circumstances.
'Cause I'm done with that, I've got one foot out the door.
I've mentally moved on and am ready to act on my decisions.
Adversity, we get around it.
We find ways to overcome obstacles.
Searched for joy, in you I found it.
You've brought me happiness and positivity.
You look down on me, but you don't look down on me at all.
You see me as an equal and don't judge me.
You smile and laugh, and I feel the love you have for me.
Your positive emotions towards me make me feel loved.
And we're gonna make it after all.
We're confident that we can succeed in our pursuit.
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