The band's moniker comes from a discarded coat James saw while walking through the remains of his favorite bar the morning after it burned down. The coat had the letters "MMJ" embroided on it. The band has released seven albums so far: "The Tennessee Fire" (1999), "At Dawn" (2001), "It Still Moves" (2003), "Z" (2005), "Evil Urges" (2008), "Circuital" (2011) & "The Waterfall" (2015). The band's breakthrough came when their 2003 single "One Big Holiday" became one of the most played songs on college radio that year. 2008's "I'm Amazed" was also a sizable hit, peaking at #6 on Billboard's Triple A (adult album alternative) Singles chart.
The Circuital songfacts reports that "Circuital" was recorded inside a church’s converted gymnasium in the band's hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Said frontman Jim James: “I hate the phrase ‘going back to our roots’, but for this record we came home and made it in Kentucky. And it just felt a lot like it did when we were first starting out.”
James co-produced the record with Tucker Martine. The pair first worked together when James appeared on Laura Veirs ' album "July Flame" in 2010, which Martine, Veirs’ husband, also produced.
My Morning Jacket guest stared in the American Dad Episode "My Morning Straitjacket" where Stan Smith becomes obsessed with them and decides to become a groupie. The edisode was first aired November 22 2009.
Golden
My Morning Jacket Lyrics
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Miles of light explode
Driftin' off a thing I'd never done before
Watchin' a crowd roll in
Out go the lights it begins
A feelin' in my bones I never felt before
Mmh, people always told me
And talk is often cheap and filled with air
Sure sometimes they thrill me
But nothin' could ever chill me
Like the way they make the time just disappear
Feelin' you here again
Hot on my skin again
Feelin good a thing I'd never known before
What does it mean to feel? Millions of dreams come real
A feelin' in my soul I'd never felt before, mmh
And you you always told me
No matter how long it holds me
If it falls apart
Or makes us millionaire
You'll be right here forever
We'll go thru this thing together
And on heaven's golden shore we'll lay our heads
The lyrics of My Morning Jacket's song "Golden" tell a story of discovering new experiences and feelings that are both unfamiliar and invigorating. The first verse describes a moment of watching the world around you transform into something new and exciting. The second verse reflects on the common perception of bars being dark and lonely places but how they can also create an atmosphere that makes time disappear. The chorus explores the idea of feeling a connection with someone that can transform your life and change your perspective on what it means to feel alive.
The song has a dreamy, upbeat melody that accompanies the lyrics' exploration of new experiences, creating a sense of wonder and discovery. The use of repetition in the lyrics adds to the dreamy quality of the song, creating a hypnotic effect as the chorus repeats the phrase "A feelin' in my bones I never felt before." The song presents a hopeful message that even in moments of uncertainty, there is always the possibility of finding something unexpected that brings joy and meaning to life.
Line by Line Meaning
Watchin' a stretch of road
Observing a long, unchanging path
Miles of light explode
Experiencing an expansive and overwhelming sensation
Driftin' off a thing I'd never done before
Losing oneself in an unfamiliar experience
Watchin' a crowd roll in
Observing a group of people arriving
Out go the lights it begins
The event or performance is starting
A feelin' in my bones I never felt before
A sensation that is new and deeply felt
Mmh, people always told me
Reflecting on past advice received
That bars are dark and lonely
Hearing about the negative associations with bars
And talk is often cheap and filled with air
Dismissing meaningless conversation
Sure sometimes they thrill me
Admitting that enjoyment can still be found
But nothin' could ever chill me
Nothing compares to the feeling of the music
Like the way they make the time just disappear
The music and atmosphere create a timeless experience
Feelin' you here again
Sensing the presence of a loved one
Hot on my skin again
Feeling the physical and emotional warmth
Feelin good a thing I'd never known before
Experiencing newfound joy and contentment
What does it mean to feel? Millions of dreams come real
Contemplating the power and significance of emotions
A feelin' in my soul I'd never felt before, mmh
A profound sensation in the innermost being
And you you always told me
Recalling words of encouragement
No matter how long it holds me
Despite any challenges or struggles
If it falls apart
In the event of failure or disappointment
Or makes us millionaire
Even in the face of success or fortune
You'll be right here forever
Assuring the presence of support and love
We'll go thru this thing together
Facing life's ups and downs as a team
And on heaven's golden shore we'll lay our heads
Dreaming of a peaceful and happy afterlife
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: James Edward Olliges Jr
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Marilyn Michelle C SAWS 🧭
Watchin' a stretch of road
Miles of light explode
Driftin' off a thing I'd never done before
Watchin' a crowd roll in
Out go the lights it begins
A feelin' in my bones I never felt before
Mmh, people always told me
That bars are dark and lonely
And talk is often cheap and filled with air
Sure sometimes they thrill me
But nothin' could ever chill me
Like the way they make the time just disappear
Feelin' you here again
Hot on my skin again
Feelin good a thing I'd never known before
What does it mean to feel? Millions of dreams come real
A feelin' in my soul I'd never felt before, mmh
And you you always told me
No matter how long it holds me
If it falls apart
Or makes us millionaire
You'll be right here forever
We'll go thru this thing together
And on heaven's golden shore we'll lay our heads
Source: LyricFind
Songwriters: James Edward Olliges Jr
Golden lyrics © BMG Rights Management
John Fischer
I used to play this when I worked at a college radio station. It always made me feel so warm and fuzzy inside. God, I'd give anything to work in radio again...
Ewiger Schüler
ok
david west
The only shot you're garanteed to miss is the one you don't take. "it's a big big world now, you gotta get what you want!"
Joshua Rukes
Hope your working in radio again
Emagrace
Go do it brother!
SativaJvnky
Another timeless piece for my 'forever' collection. It never gets old & always makes me smile.
Digital Damager
Brilliant tune, one of my all time favorites!
Elizabeth W.
This song feels like sunshine.
Spencer
This song makes me happy when im happy, and reflective when Im sad. Doesnt get any better
Marilyn Michelle C SAWS 🧭
Watchin' a stretch of road
Miles of light explode
Driftin' off a thing I'd never done before
Watchin' a crowd roll in
Out go the lights it begins
A feelin' in my bones I never felt before
Mmh, people always told me
That bars are dark and lonely
And talk is often cheap and filled with air
Sure sometimes they thrill me
But nothin' could ever chill me
Like the way they make the time just disappear
Feelin' you here again
Hot on my skin again
Feelin good a thing I'd never known before
What does it mean to feel? Millions of dreams come real
A feelin' in my soul I'd never felt before, mmh
And you you always told me
No matter how long it holds me
If it falls apart
Or makes us millionaire
You'll be right here forever
We'll go thru this thing together
And on heaven's golden shore we'll lay our heads
Source: LyricFind
Songwriters: James Edward Olliges Jr
Golden lyrics © BMG Rights Management