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.
Old September Blues
My Morning Jacket Lyrics
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Really tired it's time to hit the hay
It was always good to hear you say
You never were a drawback
You always were an asset
You never were a drawback
No, you weren't
Put away your corset
Put away the old September blues
The lyrics to My Morning Jacket's song Old September Blues are tinged with both nostalgia and resignation, as the singer is ready to call it a day and escape the pressures of life. The opening lines describe the character being alone as the day comes to a close, with the implication that they perhaps feel isolated or disconnected. The use of the phrase "hit the hay" suggests a longing for rest and peace, but it's the next lines that really drive home the sense of comfort the singer is seeking. They say that it was always good to hear someone say "you never were a drawback," emphasizing the desire for reassurance and validation. The lyrics repeat this sentiment, highlighting the relief the singer feels at being seen as an asset rather than a liability. The final line serves as a refrain, urging the listener to "put away the old September blues" and perhaps let go of whatever worries and concerns they've accumulated throughout the year.
Overall, the lyrics to Old September Blues feel simultaneously sad and uplifting, as the singer recognizes their own tiredness and need for rest while also seeking out the emotional support they require to face another day. The repeated refrain at the end is particularly powerful, suggesting that the singer hopes to leave behind anything that might drag them down emotionally and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
All alone at the end of the day
As the day comes to a close, the singer finds themselves in solitude, with no one to turn to for company or comfort.
Really tired it's time to hit the hay
The singer is exhausted, and feels the need to retire for the night to replenish their energy.
It was always good to hear you say
The singer remembers fondly the feeling of hearing a certain someone's voice, which brought them joy.
You never were a drawback
The artist is expressing gratitude to this certain someone for always being a positive influence and never adding negativity to their life.
You always were an asset
The artist acknowledges the value that this certain someone brought to their life, consistently enriching it in some way.
You never were a drawback
Once again, the singer makes it clear that this certain someone has always been a source of positivity and never a burden or hindrance to them.
No, you weren't
The singer affirms their previous statements - this certain someone was definitely not a drawback or negative aspect to their life.
Put away your corset
This line can be interpreted as a suggestion to the certain someone to let go of their physical and emotional restraints, and to relax or let loose.
Put away your shoes
Similarly to the previous line, this can be seen as an encouragement to the certain someone to abandon their responsibilities or burdens and take a break.
Put away the old September blues
The artist wants the certain someone to let go of any lingering negative feelings or memories associated with the past month of September, and move forward with a positive outlook.
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Written by: James Olliges Jr
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Patricio Fernandez
4:52 Jim's voice is unbelievable
Beefmobile
The intro is from "Sleepwalking" by Santo and Johnny
Antonio Zoppi
Stupenda!
Brent Horvay
When was this recorded? Where is it from
Are you sure?
@CoinshotLurcher _ no it isn't, it's from the early recordings chapter 1 b-sides album i think
CoinshotLurcher _
This is the remastered version of the original song which was released June 6th, 1999 on the album 'The Tennessee Fire' by the band, My Morning Jacket
Zach Harvey
first comment xD