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.
The Thief
Matthew Thiessen Lyrics
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And I understand why you wouldn't want to
I guess it's up to me to find a way to get to you
And I can't see you
And getting used to
Living in the midst of your perfection
And I'm so lost
Somewhere the sun is always shining
And there's just one last thing that I have to say
As we reflect on the mess of all of this I've made
It was cowardess that made me push you away
I was so afraid cause you were so much better than me
I guess it's safe to say you're never coming back
And I understand why you wouldn't want to
I guess it's up to me to find a way to get to you
The lyrics to Matthew Thiessen's song "The Thief" are about the singer's regret over pushing away someone who was better than him. The song starts with the realization that this person is never coming back, and the singer understanding why they wouldn't want to. He then reflects on how he got used to living in the midst of the other person's perfection, and how lost he feels without them. He can't help but believe that somewhere the sun is always shining, even though it's not shining on him.
As the song comes to a close, the singer acknowledges that he made a mistake by being cowardly and pushing the other person away. He was afraid because they were so much better than him. In the end, he realizes that it's up to him to find a way to get to this person, though he acknowledges that it may not be possible.
The lyrics in "The Thief" are incredibly introspective, and they touch on themes of regret, self-doubt, and the desire to be better. The song's message is relatable to anyone who has ever made a mistake in a relationship and wishes they could fix things.
Line by Line Meaning
I guess it's safe to say you're never coming back
It appears that you won't return, and I can understand why.
And I understand why you wouldn't want to
I comprehend the reasons behind your decision to not come back.
I guess it's up to me to find a way to get to you
It is my responsibility to discover a method to reach you.
And I can't see you
I am unable to see you.
And getting used to
Acclimating to.
Living in the midst of your perfection
Existing in the center of your excellence and without blemish.
And I'm so lost
I am extremely confused and disoriented.
How can you trust
In what way are you able to have faith?
Somewhere the sun is always shining
There is a place where the sunlight is constant and perpetual.
And there's just one last thing that I have to say
There is only one final thought that I must express.
As we reflect on the mess of all of this I've made
While examining the chaos and disorder that I created.
It was cowardess that made me push you away
I acted with a lack of bravery and thus forced you away.
I was so afraid cause you were so much better than me
I was extremely scared since you were far superior to me in every way.
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brock
A new Relient K album would resurrect 2020 from the ashes.
Awkward Spaghetti
Yes, yes it would
david charles
@Awkward Spaghetti Jesus can save. btw be carful if coronavirus leads to mark of the beast
Awkward Spaghetti
@david charles Lol don't worry I'm Christian. Nice veggietales pfp btw :)
José Neto
Yes
Waiting for this
Gnomeblaster
Matthew Thiessen & The Earthquakes is the new band. Relient K's last album was Air for Free. :(
Catherine C.
Am I the only one who got goosebumps listening to this? 😍
HerManyJoysss
^^Such a deep song
Nathan McQueen
Catherine C. Totally did... but I get goosies for all their music 😜
HerManyJoysss
I know that the saying “if You don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all” is relevant to the negative, but what do You do if something is so good that there’s absolutely no words to even describe the beauty of this song that was brought to me in dark times- helping me push on through-must I keep my silence as well??
Ps. Thank You guys for such a beautiful, honest and relatable song.
God Bless!