Best known for his wry humor, Snider has been a fixture on the Americana, alt-country, and folk scene since his debut on MCA, entitled Songs for the Daily Planet, named for the bar where Snider used to play regularly in Memphis. On that album were the minor hits "Talkin' Seattle Grunge Rock Blues", a folk song about the early '90's grunge scene, featuring a band that "refused to play", and "Alright Guy", which later became the title cut of Gary Allan's 2001 album.
He released two more albums for MCA, Step Right Up and Viva Satellite, the latter often sparking colorful debate amongst fans for its comparisons to Tom Petty. He moved to John Prine's Oh Boy Records where he made Happy to Be Here, New Connection, Near Truths and Hotel Rooms, and East Nashville Skyline. That Was Me: The Best of Todd Snider 1994–1998 was released on the Hip-O label in August 2005.
Todd Snider's next studio album, The Devil You Know, was released in August 2006. It marked Snider's return to a major label, as he is now recording for New Door Records, a subsidiary of Universal Records.
The Devil You Know was named to several critics' year-end "best" lists, including a No. 33 ranking in Rolling Stone magazine's top 50 albums of the year, a No. 25 ranking by No Depression magazine, and No. 14 by Blender magazine.
Snider's songs "Late Last Night" and "I Believe You" have been recorded by the Oklahoma country-rock band Cross Canadian Ragweed. He co-wrote the song "Barbie Doll" with country star Jack Ingram.
Snider's new album, Peace Queer, is set to be released on October 14th, 2008, and will be available as a free download from Oct. 11 to Oct. 31 at http://www.toddsnider.net/store/product/1/Peace-Queer .
10-All That Matters
Todd Snider Lyrics
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Not with anyone, only you
You're as true as love can be
You're all that matters to me
Out in the rain, lost as I was
I said "You think it'll ever stop"
You said "It always does"
You're all that matters to me
[Chorus]
All that matters, all that matters
You're all that matters to me
I don't care if I know
Where we come from or where we'll go
You're all that matters to me
You hear that song, that song is our song
And so is the next song
I'm as certain as I'm ever going to be
I don't care about this crowd
Let 'em laugh I'm not proud
Nor am I ashamed for anyone to see
[Chorus]
The song "10-All That Matters" by Todd Snider is a declaration of love to a special someone. Despite the inability to dance, the singer feels like dancing with one person only: the person he loves. This person is as true as love can be, and is all that matters to him. The lyrics suggest that the person's love for him is enough to make him happy, regardless of external factors. When he was lost in the rain, he wonders if it will ever stop. The person he loves reassures him that it always does. This moment solidified in his mind that the person is all that matters to him.
The chorus repeats the phrase "You're all that matters to me" as a reminder that this person is a priority in his life. It doesn't matter where they came from or where they're going, as long as they have each other. The song they hear is "their" song, as well as the next one, which the singer is as certain as he'll ever be about. He doesn't care about the crowd around them, and isn't ashamed for anyone to see them together. The love he shares with this person is what he holds dear in his heart.
Overall, "10-All That Matters" emphasizes the depth of love and the importance of a special someone in the singer's life. It speaks to the type of love that can withstand external circumstances and remain unshakeable.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't dance, but I feel like dancin'
Although I am not a great dancer, I have the urge to dance
Not with anyone, only you
I only want to dance with you
You're as true as love can be
Your love for me is real and genuine
You're all that matters to me
You are the most important thing in my life
Out in the rain, lost as I was
I was feeling lost and confused while outside in the rain
I said 'You think it'll ever stop'
I asked if the rain was ever going to stop
You said 'It always does'
You assured me that the rain would eventually stop
And you were right, look and see
You were correct; the rain has stopped
You're all that matters to me
Despite the rain and my worries, you are still the most important person in my life
All that matters, all that matters
The only thing that matters to me is you
I don't care if I know
I am indifferent to knowing about our past or future
Where we come from or where we'll go
I do not care about our origins or destination
You're all that matters to me
You are everything to me
You hear that song, that song is our song
That particular song is special to us
And so is the next song
The next song is also special to us
I'm as certain as I'm ever going to be
I am confident and sure about our relationship
I don't care about this crowd
I am not bothered by the people around us
Let 'em laugh I'm not proud
If they want to laugh, that is their choice. I am not ashamed of my feelings for you
Nor am I ashamed for anyone to see
I am not afraid for others to see how much you mean to me
You're all that matters to me
Once again, you are the only thing that truly matters to me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: TODD DANIEL SNIDER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
fenderstratguy
This man is a master storyteller. I could listen to him read a phone book
Matt Stahl
Perfect.
CharlieRootsMusic
Next best thing to John's version, Todd Snider is gem in his own , doing his part keeping folk music alive.
scott peterson
Nathaniel Rateliff does a great version of this song also, I saw it a week or so ago on NPR I think.
SavaGe H3nRy
R.i.p. John Prine!!! Wish you the best where ever this next journey takes you
Bigsurjay
Let’s all say a prayer for John right now. He sure can use it. Wish him all the best 😊
Darby Crouch
@LeLe Lisana Sadly it didn't work out. RIP John.
LeLe Lisana
yes. keep looking for updates.
Gary Tuff
Just stumbled on this guy. What a gem
NJ61
Me too Lucky 2find this priceless Gem