He is perhaps most known for his vocal performances for Yoko Kanno for her Cowboy Bebop: Knockin' on Heaven's Door and Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex soundtracks. However, he is also known amongst Morrissey fans by being part of the former band Elva Snow which boasted both Matthew’s vocals and ex-Morrissey member Spencer Cobrin as drummer and composer.
His albums are Scott Matthew (album) (2007), Silent Nights EP (2008) and There Is An Ocean That Divides (2009).
Also to note: Matthew is sometimes credited as "Scotty Matthew", and is occasionally miscredited as having the last name Matthews, and as such is not to be confused with the British-born singer/songwriter Scott Matthews.
Felicity
Scott Matthew Lyrics
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AND IT'S GOT ME THINKING
ABOUT THE PASSING OF TIME
WHAT IT MEANS TO BE ALIVE
IT MAY SEEM LIKE A MYSTERY
BUT A FRIENDSHIP WITH HISTORY
KINDA MAKES SENSE OF WHY I TRY
FELICITY IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY
FELICITY HAPPY BIRTHDAY
FELICITY WHEN FRIENDSHIP BECOMES FAMILY
IT HELPS ME WITH THE MYSTERY
OUT FINGERS AND TOES MAY HAVE GROWN
BUT IN MY MIND I LIKE TO GO
BACK TO THE PLACE WHERE WE DIDN'T KNOW
THAT YOU'D BE A MOTHER, A WIFE
AND SO MANY OTHER THINGS IN THIS LIFE
IT HELPS ME TO KNOW
WHERE THE TIME GOES
FELICITY IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY
FELICITY HAPPY BIRTHDAY
FELICITY WHEN FRIENDSHIP BECOMES FAMILY
IT HELPS ME WITH THE MYSTERY
Scott Matthew's song "Felicity" is a beautiful tribute to a dear friend and a reflection on the passage of time. The lyrics convey the singer's contemplation of the meaning of life and what it means to be alive. The first verse acknowledges the mystery surrounding life and time, but the second emphasizes the comfort that comes with a long-standing friendship. The singer is grateful for the friendship and how it has blossomed into a family-like bond. In the chorus, he wishes Felicity a happy birthday and emphasizes the importance of friendship, especially when it becomes like family. The final verse reflects on how much has changed since they first met, but he still seeks solace in their shared memories and the love they have for each other.
Line by Line Meaning
TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY
Today is the day you were born
AND IT'S GOT ME THINKING
This occasion has made me reflect
ABOUT THE PASSING OF TIME
About how time has gone by
WHAT IT MEANS TO BE ALIVE
What it means to exist
IT MAY SEEM LIKE A MYSTERY
It may seem mysterious
BUT A FRIENDSHIP WITH HISTORY
But having a long-standing relationship with someone helps me understand
KINDA MAKES SENSE OF WHY I TRY
It gives me a sense of purpose
FELICITY IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY
Felicity, it is the anniversary of your birth
FELICITY HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Felicity, I wish you a happy birthday
FELICITY WHEN FRIENDSHIP BECOMES FAMILY
Felicity, when a friendship becomes like family
IT HELPS ME WITH THE MYSTERY
It helps me understand the mysteries of life
OUT FINGERS AND TOES MAY HAVE GROWN
Our fingers and toes may have physically grown
BUT IN MY MIND I LIKE TO GO
But in my mind, I like to revisit
BACK TO THE PLACE WHERE WE DIDN'T KNOW
Back to a time when we were ignorant
THAT YOU'D BE A MOTHER, A WIFE
When we didn't know you would become a mother and a wife
AND SO MANY OTHER THINGS IN THIS LIFE
And all the other experiences you would have in this lifetime
IT HELPS ME TO KNOW
Revisiting these memories helps me understand
WHERE THE TIME GOES
Where all the time has passed
Contributed by Nathaniel W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Elemenoful
I'm felicity and its my birthday and I'm very thankful for this song