In the spring of 2008, Matthew & the Judes released their debut EP “Where On Earth” and promptly sold out of the printed copies. Today the EP is available on several music distribution networks including iTunes, Napster, and Amazon. In his review of “Where On Earth” for absolutepunk.net Greg Robson writes,
“...the album is a towering triumph of the indie pop variety. Album opener “Waves” only has three lines of verses before it segues into a sea of chiming, orchestral beauty. It’s the kind of song to listen to when busting open the doors to greet a warm, summer morning. One can almost visualize the Pixar scene unfolding as the trumpet wails, an acoustic guitar strums and a flourish of melodious grandeur ensues. Truth be told, of all the songs that have come across my desk so far this year, few have an album opener as triumphant or cheery as "Waves."
In early 2009 the group went back into the studio to record material for the upcoming full-length “A Happy Medium” set for release in the summer of this year. The sound is a mixture of traditional rock instrumentation with lush orchestration including horns, strings, and vocal harmonies. Several guest vocalists appear on the album, including Thomas Dutton of Forgive Durden.
In support of the new songs, the band has played several shows and developed a fan base in the State College, Harrisburg, and Philadelphia areas and have shared a stage with several nationally touring artists such as Margot & the Nuclear So and So's, Ace Enders and a Million Different People, and Good Old War.
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Matthew and the Judes Lyrics
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Ah
Flip it, turning water to wine
Fuck the last town
My new city's all mine
Two-CB on my tongue for good times
And that shawty wanna dance
I said fuck it that's fine
Flip it, turning water to wine
Fuck the last town
My new city's all mine
Two-CB on my tongue for good times
And that shawty wanna dance
I said fuck it that's fine
(Ok we)
Flip the script
Now I'm done with my ex-bitch
Can't trust no other partner
Like I'm Lilo and Stitch
Equip the semi-automatic pistol whip
When I grip
And just like Tuco
If you cross me
Know I'll pop with the blick
Toxic traits ran through your soul
And I didn't even know
Bottle of bourbon filled the hole
Smoke a cigarette on my own
Bang bang into the function
Everybody heads turn
I'm the one that got the party turnt
Like Cench man
Think I need to pull up to the club
With some henchman
I'm the one that got the party turnt
Like
Ah
Flip it, turning water to wine
Fuck the last town
My new city's all mine
Two-CB on my tongue for good times
And that shawty wanna dance
I said fuck it that's fine
(Ok we)
Flip it, turning water to wine
Fuck the last town
My new city's all mine
Two-CB on my tongue for good times
And that shawty wanna dance
I said fuck it that's fine
Flip the script
Now I'm done with my ex-bitch
Can't trust no other partner
Like I'm Lilo and Stitch
Equip the semi-automatic pistol whip
When I grip
And just like Tuco
If you cross me
Know I'll pop with the blick
In "Water," a song by Matthew and the Judes, the singer is addressing their significant other who feels like they are falling apart at the seams. The singer notes that their significant other is all talk and is looking for a first-class ticket to their dreams, but instead should just walk away from their troubles. The singer takes no responsibility for their significant other's lack of success or finding their miracle. However, the singer professes their love and willingness to go to great lengths for the significant other, even if they are caught up in a world of material things and always wanting more. The singer is not one to take the blame if their significant other measures their life through personal gain but says that they would still walk on water if their significant other could be true to them.
In essence, the lyrics seem to be addressing the idea that true love is not based on material possessions, personal gain, or even miracles. Instead, it is about standing by someone even in difficult times and being willing to do anything for them, no matter the cost. The singer acknowledges the challenges of the relationship, but still professes their commitment, even if the significant other never finds their miracle.
Line by Line Meaning
You tell me that you're falling apart at the seams
You express that you are emotionally unstable and struggling.
You're all talk, talk
You only speak about your problems, without any actions to solve them.
You're looking for a first class ticket to your dreams
You want an easy and luxurious way to achieve your aspirations.
So just walk, walk
You should take action to achieve your dreams.
I'm not the one responsible if you never ever find your miracle
It is not my obligation to ensure that you achieve your desired outcome.
Baby, I would walk on water, I would do it for you
I am willing to go to great lengths to support and help you.
I would walk on water, if you could ever be true
My commitment to you is conditional on your honesty and faithfulness.
You're caught up in a world of material things
You are focused on accumulating wealth and possessions.
And you keep score, score
You are constantly comparing your success and possessions to others.
Just when I think I've given you everything
I feel as though I have exhausted my ability to support you.
You want more, more
Despite my efforts, you still desire more than what I can provide.
I'm not the one to take the blame, if you measure your life through personal gain
I am not responsible if your value system is focused solely on self-interest and material gain.
I'm not the one responsible if you never ever find your miracle
Again, I am not obligated to ensure that you achieve your desired outcome.
I would walk on water, I would do it for you
Despite the challenges, I am still willing to support and help you.
I would walk on water, if you could ever be true
Again, my commitment is conditional on your honesty and faithfulness.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Jude Taylor
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