His first album, A Whisper and a Sigh was recorded during the summer of 2002. He won the cqfd prize in 2003, rewarding the best french revelation. After this album was released, he constructed a new four piece band. In April 2005 he released his second album Someday We will Foresee Obstacles. It is a mixture of folk and of melancholic pop, his music combines slow melodys with acoustic instruments, it does not however forget its roots of electronic music.
Perhaps one of his most popular American songs is "To All Of You" which was featured in the senior prom episode of the FOX teenage drama the O.C.
His third album, 'Ghost Days', was released on 18 January 2008.
English Way
Syd Matters Lyrics
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Then sing it in an English way
If you leave high and dry and on my own
Then you will be alone again
If by the end of the day
I listen to what people say
I'll let you decline on you own
Then you will be alone again
The above lyrics are from the song "English Way" by Syd Matters. The song appears to be about communication breakdown in a relationship. The first line suggests that it can be difficult to express oneself clearly, but that singing might be an easier way to communicate. The use of "English way" implies a cultural reference point, possibly from the perspective of a non-native speaker of English, which adds an interesting layer of meaning.
The following lines warn of the consequences of failing to communicate effectively. If one person in the relationship abandons the other ("leaves high and dry"), they will end up alone again. The next line suggests that listening to what other people say can lead to making decisions that hurt the other person, possibly implying that outside influences can negatively impact a relationship. The final line is a repetition of the previous warning that miscommunication can lead to isolation.
Overall, the lyrics of "English Way" seem to be about the difficulties of communication in a relationship, particularly when one or both parties are non-native speakers of the language they are using. The song presents a cautionary tale about the consequences of failing to communicate effectively, and suggests that singing might be a way to bridge the gap.
Line by Line Meaning
If it's too hard to say
When expressing yourself seems tough
Then sing it in an English way
Go ahead and do it your own way
If you leave high and dry and on my own
If you abandon me to fend for myself
Then you will be alone again
You will be experiencing solitude again
If by the end of the day
At the close of day
I listen to what people say
If I heed others' opinions
I'll let you decline on your own
I'll let you experience your own failures
Then you will be alone again
Afterward, you will be feeling lonely again
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@AllisonGhost
"English Way"
If it's too hard to say
Then sing it in an English way
If you leave me high and dry and on my own
Then you will be alone again
If by the end of the day
I listen to what people say
I'll let you decline on your own
Then you will be alone again
@roxiesayspew
If it's too hard to say
Then sing it in an English way
If you leave me high and dry and on my own
Then you will be alone again
If by the end of the day
I listen to what people say
I'll let you decline on your own
Then you will be alone again
If it's too hard to say
Then sing it in an English way
If you leave me high and dry and on my own
Then you will be alone again
If by the end of the day
I listen to what people say
I'll let you decline on your own
Then you will be alone again
@MathyuB.W.89
One of my favorites, no doubt;and certainly, one of their most haunting songs!!!
@Majimeri
It has and will always be a dream of mine to see Syd Matters in concert
@theroleplayinggamer837
The English Way is speaking up, fighting back, and being you when the opportunity is right. If you don’t take advantage of the moment, you’ll just live a lonely life, with no one to help or comfort you.
@joshfromjuniorstudios
The English way is singing like a beatle
@AllisonGhost
"English Way"
If it's too hard to say
Then sing it in an English way
If you leave me high and dry and on my own
Then you will be alone again
If by the end of the day
I listen to what people say
I'll let you decline on your own
Then you will be alone again
@thiccnicc5538
CamBen oh hey Chloe :)
@itsENANOBABY
...Hanging on in quiet desperation is the English Way...
@complexnotion8312
I love his song they r amazing
@closedupshop4172
One of my favorite songs ever, it makes me feel shit i cant even describe.. thanks jonathan and everyone else in the band.
@thiccnicc5538
By far my favorite song by syd 😊