Born on the 2nd February 1985 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Gardot took up piano and played as a youngster on the nightclub scene of Philadelphia, influenced by jazz, folk, rock, and pop musics. At the age of nineteen she was a fashion student at the Community College of Philadelphia. While cycling in Philadelphia in November 2003 she was hit by a car whose driver had ignored a red traffic light. In the accident she suffered serious head and spinal injuries, and her pelvis was broken in two places. Because of these severe injuries she was confined to her hospital bed for a year. Her musical beginning was prompted by a tending physician who was concerned with her cognitive impairment as a result of head injury sustained in the accident. He believed that music would help her brain injury improve, as it has been known to show remarkable results in improving people's cognitive ability after such trauma.
Following her doctor's suggestion, Gardot made recordings bedside, while still unable to walk, and eventually released the works as an EP: Some Lessons: The Bedroom Sessions (2005). Gardot's desire to be well, combined with a bit of luck, brought her to the attention of a local radio DJ at the AAA station WXPN (known for launching the careers of artists such as Amos Lee and Norah Jones). Her cognitive powers slowly but surely became pronounced, leading to the independent recording and release of her debut CD, Worrisome Heart, which was reissued in 2007 by Verve records.
Gardot is hypersensitive to light and noise, so wears dark glasses; she also uses a cane to walk. Onstage she requires a special seating unit, and wears a Transcutaneous Electro-Nerve Stimulator, a TENS device, to assist in alleviating her neuralgic muscle pain. Though touring is difficult, she has been performing in major cities on the East Coast of the U.S. to support her recordings. In 2009, working with producer Larry Klein and arranger Vince Mendoza - both known for their work with Joni Mitchell - Gardot followed up her Verve debut with My One and Only Thrill.
In 2012, she released the album The Absence.
Same To You
Melody Gardot Lyrics
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What you gonna get?
For all you've got
When you treat the one you love like they are nothin'
Who you gonna call?
While you're on your own
You build the bet you burn, in your home
What did you do?
You had somebody who loved you
But you no, honey
You left somebody who loved you
Now they're gonna do the same to you
Oh, they gonna do the same to you
The same to you the same to you
They gonna do the same
The same to you the same to you
The same to you
They gonna do the same
Whatcha gonna get?
While you're moving round
To some other kind of thrill with the feeling gone
Say you're gon' be fine
While you're on your own
You left the one you love right there alone
You had somebody who loved you
What did you do?
You had somebody who loved you
But you put them through my honey
You left somebody who loved you
Now they're gonna do the same to you
Oh, they gonna do the same to you
The same to you the same to you
They gonna do the same
The same to you the same to you
Oh love (the same to you) they gonna do the same to you
(They gonna, they gonna)
(They gonna, they gonna)
(They gonna, they gonna)
(They gonna do the same to you)
(They gonna, they gonna)
(They gonna, they gonna)
(They gonna, they gonna)
They gonna do the same to you
(Same)
(They gonna do the same) they gonna do the same
(Same)
Say, they gonna do the same, do the same
You had somebody who loved you
What did you do?
You had somebody who loved you
But you put them through my honey
You left somebody who loved you
Now they're gonna do the same to you
They gonna do the same to you
The same to you
The same to you
They gonna do the same to you yeah
The same to you
The same to you
The same to you
They gonna do the same
Same, same, same, same (same)
They gonna do the same
Same (same) same (same) same (same)
They gonna do the same
Same (same) they gonna do same (same) same (same)
They gonna do
Same (they gonna do) same (they gonna do) same
They gonna do same
Same, same, same, same, same
They gonna do same
Same, same, same, same, (they gonna do same)
What you gonna get?
In "Same To You," Melody Gardot sings about the consequences of mistreating someone who loves you, warning that you're likely to have the same thing done to you in return. The song is a reflection on the karmic nature of relationships and how our actions towards others can come back to haunt us. The opening lines pose the question, "What you gonna get for all you've got, when you treat the one you love like they are nothing?" suggesting that if you don't treat your partner with love and respect, you'll end up with nothing in return.
The chorus repeats the phrase "the same to you," as if to hammer home the point that what goes around comes around. The verses speak directly to the person who has left someone they loved for someone else. The song suggests that this is a foolish and selfish act that will ultimately lead to that same person being left and hurt, as they did to their previous partner.
Overall, "Same to You" is a powerful reminder that we should treat those we love with respect and kindness, as we will reap what we sow in our relationships. It's a warning against being reckless with people's hearts and taking love for granted.
Line by Line Meaning
Same
The situation in which you find yourself is not unique or new.
What you gonna get?
What will be the result or consequence of your actions?
For all you've got
Despite all that you possess or have accomplished.
When you treat the one you love like they are nothin'
When you fail to value or appreciate the person who loves you.
Who you gonna call?
Who will you turn to for support or help in your time of need?
While you're on your own
When you are alone and without anyone to rely on.
You build the bet you burn, in your home
You create the situation which leads to your downfall in your own home.
You had somebody who loved you
You were once in a relationship where the other person loved you.
What did you do?
What actions did you take or choices did you make?
But you no, honey
However, you failed to recognize or appreciate that love.
You left somebody who loved you
You chose to end or abandon the relationship with someone who loved you.
Now they're gonna do the same to you
Now that you have hurt or betrayed them, they will treat you in the same way.
Oh, they gonna do the same to you
They will definitely treat you the way you treated them.
While you're moving round
When you are wandering or searching for something new.
To some other kind of thrill with the feeling gone
To a new experience or excitement, even if the previous feeling of love is no longer there.
Say you're gon' be fine
You try to convince yourself that you will be okay in the end.
You left the one you love right there alone
You abandoned or deserted the person who loved you, leaving them alone and hurt.
They gonna do the same to you
They will treat you the same way you treated them.
Oh love (the same to you) they gonna do the same to you
It is the same situation where one person hurts the other, and then the cycle repeats.
They gonna do the same to you
They will reciprocate the action or behavior that you showed towards them.
Say, they gonna do the same, do the same
It is a warning that the same thing will happen to you because of your actions.
Same, same, same, same (same)
The repetition of the word 'same' emphasizes that the actions and consequences are repeating and cyclical.
The same to you
The other person will treat you similarly or reciprocate your actions and behavior.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MELODY GARDOT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@LOGAIIA
Magnifique !!!
What you gonna' get for all you got
when you treat the one you love like they are not
Who you gonna call while you're on your own
you built the bed you burned right within your home
You had somebody who loved you
what did you do
you had somebody who loved you
what d'ya put them through now honey
You left somebody who loved you
Now they gonna do the same to you
Lord, they gonna do the same to you
(the same to you...)
What you gonna get while you're moving on
to some other kind of thrill but the thrill is gone
say you gonna be fine while you're on you're own
you left the one you love right there alone
You had somebody who loved you
what did you do
you had somebody who loved you
what d'ya put them through now honey
You left somebody who loved you
Now they gonna do the same to you
Lord, they gonna do the same to you
(the same to you...)
@Rouffillac1066
One classy, classy lady. Amazing voice. Had never heard of her before today. Thanks, "YouTube recommendations" for this exceptional suggestion! I have fallen head over heels for this extraordinary artist whose personal life of overcoming tragedy and struggle should be an inspiration to us all. Grace, peace, and love to all.
@GeoffreyHughesDE
I love the entire "Currency of Man" CD. She's amazing!
@dannybourne_
this is a true ARTIST.
@sigmamaster1831
она
@laurentien00
I heard your song on the radio France Inter Paris (the best radio ever with such a broad choice of the best music from almost everywhere). I like your voice and your rythm. Great singing with so much groove.
@gmgacerosespeciales944
I just heard this song on the radio 4 days ago and I'm so into her, she's awesome.
@hottieboi1982
Melody is one of the greatest artists out there .... her music and voice is made in heaven and i truly hope she will have the world .... she is a diamond in todays music
@ivankakovalyshyn2562
She is phenomenal. Love her music. Also her life story is absolutely incredible.
@PrinceMontrey
The backing vocalists are amazing! Wicked video! 5 stars for this song!
@MarkMastrocinque
That's the Water's Sisters singing with her.