On April 19, 2005, he released a solo album, ...Something to Be. This marked the first time that a male artist from a rock or pop group has debuted at No 1 with their first solo album since Billboard introduced the chart 50 years ago. His first single off that album, Lonely No More, reached No. 6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.
In January 2007, Rob Thomas released a single entitled Little Wonders , which he wrote for the Disney movie Meet the Robinsons.
In June of 2009 he released his 2nd solo album titled Cradlesong
Give Me the Meltdown
Rob Thomas Lyrics
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Doesn't take too much to get yourself to feed your monkey
Tell some white lies
Make and swallow them
You don't see just how you got into this situation
Late at night, late at night
You weep for something better than the secrets you keep me down
And tell me what you want from me
[Chorus]
And I said
Hey now, give me the meltdown
Take it out on me this time around
Oh no, it ain't over now
I can feel the world spin around, around, around
Hey now, give me the meltdown
Take it out on me, don't let me down
Oh no, it ain't over now
I can feel the world spin around, around, around
Wide awake now and your monkey's dead
You so perfect that you never really need nobody
Put your hands down
You're among your friends
You just take and take and take and take and take and take and
Late at night, late at night
You weep but you're no better than the secrets you keep stay down
Just lay down, here, close to me
Pretend you'll never leave me
[Chorus]
Tell me what you want child
Give me the meltdown
Take it out on me this time around
Oh no, it ain't over now
I can feel the world spin around, around, around
Hey now, give me the meltdown
Take it out on me, don't let me down
Oh no, it ain't over now
I can feel the world spin around, around, around
Hey now, give me the meltdown
I can feel the world spin around, around, around
Hey now, give me the meltdown
I can feel the world spin around, around, around
Hey now, give me the meltdown
I can feel the world spin around, around, around
"Give Me the Meltdown" by Rob Thomas speaks to the pain and frustration of feeling trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and self-destruction. The opening lines describe feeling worn down like a piece of glass and being unable to see how you got into this situation. The next lines suggest that the singer may be speaking to someone who struggles with addiction or codependency, encouraging them to feed their "monkey" — a metaphor for their need for whatever substance or behavior they may be addicted to — and to tell little lies to themselves and others to cover it up.
The chorus then repeats the refrain "Hey now, give me the meltdown / Take it out on me this time around," which can be interpreted in different ways depending on how you read the lyrics. It could be that the "meltdown" is a metaphor for the emotional outburst that often comes with addiction, and the singer is offering themselves up as a recipient of that outburst. Or it could be that the singer is encouraging the person they're talking to to let out all their pent-up emotions and frustrations, offering to be a safe space for them to do so.
The second verse describes the person's loneliness and need for validation, suggesting that they're constantly taking from others without giving anything in return. The repeated line "Late at night, late at night / You weep for something better than the secrets you keep me down" suggests that this person is aware of their own shortcomings but feels trapped by them. The line "Pretend you'll never leave me" in the final verse could be interpreted in several ways — it could be a plea from the person struggling with addiction to their loved ones, asking them to stick around despite their flaws, or it could be the singer speaking to themselves, trying to convince themselves that they won't leave even if the person continues to struggle.
Overall, "Give Me the Meltdown" is a powerful and emotionally resonant song about addiction, codependency, and the struggle to break free from destructive patterns of behavior.
Line by Line Meaning
Feelin' worn down like a piece of glass
Feeling exhausted and fragile, like a delicate object that could break at any moment.
Doesn't take too much to get yourself to feed your monkey
It doesn't take much to give in to your vices or addictions, which are like a monkey on your back.
Tell some white lies
To avoid confronting the truth, you tell small lies that seem harmless.
Make and swallow them
You create these lies and then accept them as true, even though you know they are not.
You don't see just how you got into this situation
You are not sure how you ended up in this situation, but you know you are struggling and unhappy.
Late at night, late at night
When it's dark and quiet, and you are alone with your thoughts.
You weep for something better than the secrets you keep me down
You cry because you know you deserve better than the secrets that are weighing you down and keeping you trapped.
Just lay down, here, close to me
You seek comfort and connection from someone who understands and accepts you.
And tell me what you want from me
You want to express your needs and desires so that you can be heard and supported.
Hey now, give me the meltdown
You are asking for permission to release your emotions and have a breakdown.
Take it out on me this time around
You want to direct your negative feelings towards someone who can take it and help you process them.
Oh no, it ain't over now
You know that the situation is far from resolved and there is still more work to be done.
I can feel the world spin around, around, around
You are overwhelmed and feel like the world is moving too fast and out of control.
You so perfect that you never really need nobody
You act like you have everything together and don't need anyone's help or support.
Put your hands down
You need to stop trying to control everything and be vulnerable enough to ask for help.
You're among your friends
You are surrounded by people who care about you, but you still feel alone and disconnected.
You just take and take and take and take and take and take and
You have been taking from others without giving anything back, and it's starting to catch up with you.
You weep but you're no better than the secrets you keep stay down
You cry, but you know that you are not any better than the secrets that are weighing you down and causing you pain.
Pretend you'll never leave me
You fear being abandoned and want reassurance that the person you are relying on will not leave you.
Tell me what you want child
You are asking for guidance and direction, and wanting to be treated with care and understanding.
I can feel the world spin around, around, around
You are still feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of the world and your own emotions.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MATTHEW SERLETIC, ROBERT THOMAS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@staceyasanders7786
GIVE Me the Meltdown ❤ this song 🎵 Tuvm Rob
@jasonartemis1637
I'll see you tonight at Brees Stevens!!!! One of my favorite artists and probably the most underrated! Loved seeing you on Daryl's house. I'm really excited about tonight's show. My wife, my in laws and myself will all be there celebrating my father in law's news he got today that his MRI showed no cancer in his liver.
@adrianabalos6540
Rob thomas for the win!
@deehuckleberry3999
Great song for West Coast Swing!
@JustForFunzies72
I LOVE this song!!
@tracysharp6859
"Man I love it". 🖤
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LOVE LOVE ALL THESE♡♡
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@Sylar Rogue lol yahhh I have a Matchbooks twenty tattoo 😁😁 Best band in all of history!
@denisehedden13
🥀This powerful song is awesome! I love the way your trying your lyrics in this song it's so daring & I love it🥀☝️🥀
@lisagenerationx9379
Happy 10th year anniversary. Your music is the gift that keeps giving 💕