They recorded a demo (which now circulates as 'The Original Demos') and eventually an album, 'The Fatherless and the Widow' for R.E.X. Records in 1993. The record featured Chris Dodds (of Slocum's band Love Coma) on drums. Shortly after the release of the album, Slocum left Love Coma to pursue Sixpence full time. The band added Tess Wiley (guitar), J.J. Plasencio (bass) and Dale Baker (drums) for 1995's 'This Beautiful Mess'. Both albums, with featured the group's early explicit Christian contemporary music sound, were produced by Armand John Petri.
In 1997, the group signed to Steve Taylor's Squint Entertainment and prepared for the release of a self-titled album, with their work slowly began garnering attention from a wider audience. In 1999, "Kiss Me" was released as a single, propelling Sixpence into the national pop spotlight. This song was also notably used in the romantic comedy film 'She's All That'. The next year, the band recorded a cover of Britpop originators The La's "There She Goes", which became their second hit single. This recording was added to Sixpence's self-titled album, an album that received several releases, as a 13th track.
'Sixpence None the Richer', featuring a confessional, melodic sound reminiscent of contemporary power pop bands as well as the softer side of earlier classic rock groups, provided both a critical and commercial breakthrough for the band. The group, made up then of Leigh Nash with Dale Baker, Matt Slocum, Sean Kelly, and Justin Cary, had both "Kiss Me" and "There She Goes" as top 40 hits receiving lasting airplay, and the parent album took the #1 slot on Billboard's 'Top Contemporary Christian' chart. In terms of the group's religiously inspired melodies and lyrics, they had evolved to even more of a subtle, emotionally minded focus based on personal storytelling rather than proselytizing.
The band had a follow up album ready to release, but Squint Entertainment started to fall apart. Though leaving the band in limbo for several years, they still toured to an enthusiastic fan-base. Finally, Squint Entertainment was taken over by Word Records, allowing Sixpence None the Richer to record the album 'Divine Discontent', which was released in October of 2002. It differed significantly from the first pre-release version of the album that had circulated, with five songs removed and six added, but still received some positive critical reviews.
On February 26, 2004, Matt Slocum announced via a letter to CCM Magazine that the group had disbanded. That same year, Best of was released, which also collected some of the Divine Discontent outtakes, and tracks from compilations.
Matt Slocum has started a new band, the Astronaut Pushers which released their debut EP in 2005. He has also recorded and performed with the seminal ambient rock group Hammock. Leigh Nash released her debut Solo Album Blue on Blue on 15 August 2006 on her personal label, One Son Records. The first single, My Idea of Heaven, was released to USA radio the week of 14 July 2006.
In November 2007, Sixpence None the Richer reunited. The band has released a new EP, entitled My Dear Machine, with tour dates planned throughout 2008 in the States and Europe. In October 2008, they released their first Christmas album entitled, The Dawn of Grace.
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Trust
Sixpence None the Richer Lyrics
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Lean not on your own understanding
In all of your ways acknowledge him
And he will make you paths straight
Don't worry about tomorrow
He's got it under control
Just trust in the lord with all of your heart
Lord sometimes it gets so tough
To keep my eyes on you
When thinks are going rough
But when I turn my eyes up to the sky
And I hear your voice is says to me
So child do not be weary with the troubles
Of this world I have overcome
The lyrics to Sixpence None the Richer's song "Trust" are directly drawn from words of wisdom in the Book of Proverbs. This uplifting and reassuring song carries the message of faith, perseverance, and surrender to a higher power. The opening line "Trust in the Lord with all your heart" is a call to put one's faith in God above all else, and to not rely solely on one's own understanding. The second line "Lean not on your own understanding" suggests that human knowledge and reasoning can be limited or flawed, and that it is important to rely on a higher power for guidance and support. The chorus encourages listeners to trust in the Lord with all their hearts, and that through faith and acknowledgement of God in all things, He will make their paths straight.
The second verse acknowledges the challenges and difficulties that one may face in their journey of faith, but reminds listeners to fix their gaze on God and to trust in Him to lead them through tough times. The verse serves as a reminder that when we fix our eyes on God in the midst of trials and challenges, He gives us strength and encouragement to overcome them. The final lines of the song are a message of hope and resilience in the face of the pains and struggles of the world, reminding us that Christ has already overcome.
Overall, "Trust" is a song that seeks to uplift and encourage listeners in their walk of faith. It reminds us that through faith and trust in God, even the toughest of trials can be overcome.
Line by Line Meaning
Trust in the lord with all your heart
Have complete faith in God without any doubts or apprehensions
Lean not on your own understanding
Do not rely on your own knowledge, understanding or reasoning
In all of your ways acknowledge him
Recognize and accept God's presence and guidance in every aspect of your life
And he will make you paths straight
God will direct and guide you towards the right path in life
Don't worry about tomorrow
Do not stress or fret about the future
He's got it under control
God is in complete control of your future
Just trust in the lord with all of your heart
Faithfully believe and trust in God with all of your heart and soul
And he will carry you through
God will help you overcome any obstacle or difficulty in your life
Lord sometimes it gets so tough
Sometimes life can be really difficult and challenging
To keep my eyes on you
It can be hard to keep your focus and trust on God during tough times
When thinks are going rough
When things are not going well
But when I turn my eyes up to the sky
When I look up to heaven
And I hear your voice is says to me
When I hear the voice of God speaking to me
So child do not be weary with the troubles
Do not be discouraged or tired by the problems of life
Of this world I have overcome
God has already conquered and overcome the struggles of this world
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARTIN FRIEDMAN, MARTY FRIEDMAN, DAVE MUSTAINE
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