The band's first record, Fatboy (1992), established the band as a favorite of the same 1990s scene that became popular through bands such as the Dave Matthews Band, Phish, and Widespread Panic. moe. has toured with the 1997 Furthur Festival, appeared at Woodstock '99, have played in Central Park, were the opening band for The Allman Brothers and The Who, and performed at Radio City Music Hall on New Years Eve 2006 and 2007.
They also host the annual festival moe.down at Snow Ridge Ski Area in Turin, NY. Started in 2000, the festival runs for three days and occurs every Labor Day weekend. The festival has attracted a wide variety of musical talent. Acts range from newer bands just emerging onto the scene (such as Tea Leaf Green, Nellie McKay and Raq) to big name acts and jam rock staples, such as Les Claypool, Blues Traveler, and Mike Gordon (of Phish fame); to pop rock icons, such as Leo Kottke, The Flaming Lips, The Violent Femmes; and most recently, Perry Farrell. Each year, the amount of moe.down attendees has steadily increased. moe.down I attracted around 3,000 people while moe.down VI in 2005, had attracted close to 7,000.
During an interview, guitarist Al Schnier was asked to describe moe. for those who have never heard their music: "It's an amalgamation of a wide variety of the history of rock, all regurgitated and recycled through the eyes, ears, hands, whatever of the guys in our band and all of that with a sense of adventure, a sense of humor, also a constant desire to push the envelope. All in this arena of taking chances, improvising live, and making things up on the spot."
Their official site can be found at www.moe.org
Can't Seem To Find
moe. Lyrics
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Cause we like the same things
I like hangin' around
I know, I like being around
It's not the same thing
I've found
Well they say that time will tell
I can't seem to find the time
To be with you
I know, we could all live in the same town
Try for a change of pace
The place, well see if he remembers my face
I know, I work all day at the same job
Workin' for spare change
Livin' in space
Well they say that time will tell
While that may be true
I can't seem to find the time
To be with you
Someday I know
I hope it's true
We'll all go down
To where the skies are so blue
I don't know what I'd do without you
Where I would be now
If I hadn't found you
Well they say that time will tell
While that may be true
I can't seem to find the time
I can't seem to find the time
I can't seem to find the time
The lyrics of "Can't Seem To Find" by moe. reflect the struggle of finding time to spend with a loved one amidst the busy, mundane routine of everyday life. The opening lines of the song suggest a mutual liking for similar things that bring the two subjects of the song together, but there's a lack of deeper connection, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction. The chorus reinforces the theme of time being a scarce commodity, despite the adage that time heals or reveals all things. The lyrics also suggest a desire to make a change, a promise to reunite under the clear blue skies someday. However, the song ends with a note of resignation and repetition of the self-awareness that time continues to elude the singer.
The song's lyrics speak to connecting with others and the challenges that come with building and maintaining relationships. The struggle to find time to spend with loved ones can be a common theme for many people, and this song speaks to that in a relatable way. The lyrics suggest a longing for deeper connections and a change of pace, which can also resonate with anyone who has felt stuck in a rut. The promise of reunification in the future also speaks to a hope for better times, another common human experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't seem to find
I am struggling to find something important to me, which is causing me distress.
I know, you like hangin' around
I am aware that you enjoy spending time with me.
'Cause we like the same things
We share similar interests and enjoy doing similar activities together.
I like hangin' around
I also enjoy being around you and spending time together.
I know, I like being around
I am aware that I enjoy being in your company.
It's not the same thing
However, my enjoyment of being around you is not the same thing as finding what I am looking for.
Well they say that time will tell
People often say that with time, things will become clear and the answers will present themselves.
While that may be true
Although this saying may have some validity, it is not always the case.
I can't seem to find the time
Despite my efforts, I do not have enough time to devote to this important search.
To be with you
I wish I had more time to spend with you, but my other obligations are taking up too much time and energy.
I know, we could all live in the same town
I am aware that we could all make plans to live closer to each other for easier access to one another's company.
Try for a change of pace
Perhaps if we shook things up and tried something new, it would help me find what I am searching for.
The place, well see if he remembers my face
When we try out this new place, I wonder if the people there will remember me if I have ever been there before.
I know, I work all day at the same job
I am aware that I spend most of my day working at a job that is not fulfilling.
Workin' for spare change
I am only making enough money to get by while pursuing what truly matters to me,
Livin' in space
I feel like I am stuck in a life that is unfulfilling and empty, like living in a void of space.
Someday I know
I believe that someday I will find what I am looking for.
I hope it's true
I am uncertain if finding what I am looking for is truly possible, but I have hope that it is.
We'll all go down
We will all come together and find the solution we are looking for.
To where the skies are so blue
Perhaps the place we will find our answer is a beautiful, serene location where the skies are blue and clear.
I don't know what I'd do without you
I am grateful for your presence in my life and cannot imagine how I would get through these times without you.
Where I would be now
I wonder where I would have ended up if I had not met you and had your support.
If I hadn't found you
Discovering you and your friendship has been meaningful and impactful in my life.
I can't seem to find the time
Despite my best efforts, I still struggle to make time for what is important to me.
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Written by: AL SCHNIER, CHUCK GARVEY, ROB DERHAK
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