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.
I Will Sing You Songs
My Morning Jacket Lyrics
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Money, gold, and diamond rings
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
Stories of the greater years
Fill your heart and soul with cheer
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
I will sing to you of greater things
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
Stories of the greater years
What's in here wont disappear
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
The lyrics of "I Will Sing You Songs" by My Morning Jacket convey the message of the fleeting nature of material possessions and the importance of cherishing the present moment. The singer proclaims his willingness to sing about grandiose things like money, gold, and diamond rings, but emphasizes the need to avoid holding onto them for too long. The lines "Just don't make it last any longer than it has to" are repeated throughout the song, underscoring its central message.
The second verse continues with the idea that stories about greater things can move listeners to tears, but again cautions against dwelling on them for too long. The final verse speaks of the greater years and the valuable memories that they hold. The singer acknowledges that these memories will always remain, but reminds listeners to appreciate them in the present moment and not become lost in nostalgia.
Overall, the song encourages listeners to focus on the important things in life, like love and relationships, rather than being overly attached to material possessions or memories. It emphasizes the transitory nature of life and the need to appreciate every moment as it comes.
Line by Line Meaning
I will sing to you of greater things
I will serenade you with tales of grandeur
Money, gold, and diamond rings
Wealth beyond dreams, precious gems, and luxury
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
But let us not dwell longer than necessary in these fantasies
Stories of the greater things
Narratives of exceptional experiences
Fill your heart and soul with tears
That bring a depth of emotion to your heart and core
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
But do not prolong these reflections more than required
What's in here won't disappear
For these sentiments are here to stay
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
But do not drag on this reminiscence longer than it should
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Jim Edward Olliges Jr.
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LYRICS
I will sing to you of greater things...
Money, gold, and diamond rings
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
Stories of the greater things...
Fill your heart and soul with tears
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
I will sing to you of greater things...
Money, gold, and diamond rings
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
Stories of the greater years...
What's in here won't disappear
Just don't make it last any longer than it has to
Kevin Flores
Believe it or not I just heard this song for the 1st time about 2 weeks ago. I took my wife to a very nice dinner by the water and the restaurant was playing this song instead of the usual crappy boring generic instrumental music. It is just one of those songs that will always make me remember every little detail of that night. From the red dress she wore, to the type of wine she was drinking, to every time she smiled at me, right down to our conversation that night. No matter what happens to me or how old and forgetful I become some day, every time I hear this song I will remember that night. This song is truly beautiful.
Calvin Rivera
Niice
M F
Lucky girl you feel this way about her ..wish you long life together
erin fredericks
Beautiful
Arctic Wind
I wish I get to feel the same feelings you felt that night
Nonono Yayaya
@The Scientist One day, friend! That stuff happens exactly when it needs to. No sooner, no later. Sending love to you and anybody who reads this.
ParadiseGaming
MMJ are such a calming band, I can listen to this song whenever I'm angry and it will chill me out, I also listen to it when I play games such as Borderlands 2 because it allows my anger to disappear. For that I am thankful of Jim and the rest of the group. You have helped many people with all your songs. I hope you keep going until the end of time. When I have kids I will definitely introduce them to MMJ and hope they will like them.
Adam Eisenberg
What. He. Said. 👆🏻
June
His voice immediately produces tears...it’s so beautiful 😍❤️❤️
Ben Tremain
i'm thankful that this band exists in this world in this lifetime of mine