Mess Is Mine

Vance Joy

About Mess Is Mine

"Mess Is Mine" is a single by Australian singer-songwriter Vance Joy from his debut studio album Dream Your Life Away (2014). The song was released in Australia as a digital download on 9 July 2014 through Liberation Music, and it has peaked at number 37 on the Australian national singles chart,


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2014
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Talking like we used to do
It was always me and you
Shaping up and shipping out
Check me in and check me out

Do you like walking in the rain?
When you think of love, do you think of pain?
You can tell me what you see
I will choose what I believe

Hold on, darling
This body is yours,
This body is yours and mine
Well hold on, my darling
This mess was yours,
Now your mess is mine

Your mess is mine

See you in the marketplace
Walking 'round at 8am
Got 2 hours before my flight
Luck be on my side tonight

You’re the reason that I feel so strong
The reason that I’m hanging on
You know you gave me all the time
Oh, did I give enough of mine?

Hold on, darling
This body is yours,
This body is yours and mine
Well hold on, my darling
This mess was yours,
Now your mess is mine

Bring me to your house
Tell me sorry for the mess
Hey, I don’t mind
You’re talking in your sleep
Out of time
Well, you still make sense to me
Your mess is mine

Your mess is mine
This body’s yours and this body’s mine
Your mess is mine

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Vance Joy

James Keogh is an Australian singer-songwriter born in Melbourne. Vance Joy has signed a five-album deal with Atlantic Records. He has a arts/law degree from Monash University. more »

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Written by: JAMES KEOGH

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Mess Is Mine" is a song by Australian singer-songwriter Vance Joy. It was released on 9 July 2014 as the third single from his debut studio album "Dream Your Life Away" (2014).
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success, charting in Australia, Belgium, Canada, and the United States. It peaked at number 37 on the Australian Singles Chart.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics revolve around the theme of accepting a loved one's flaws and troubles, and how these flaws become a shared responsibility in a relationship.
Songwriting
Vance Joy wrote the song, and he has said that it came to him very quickly and naturally. He said in an interview, "It just kind of flowed out. I had the chords and the verses rolled out. Sometimes you hard work on songs you have to persist."
Critical Reception
The song often gets praised for its relatable lyrics, catchy tune, and Joy's soothing vocals. PasteMagazine.com calls "Mess Is Mine" a "standout" and "signature" track from the album.
Music Video
The music video was directed by Luci Schroder, who also worked on Joy's "Georgia". It was released on 9 July 2014 and depicted Vance Joy and a woman on a long journey across the southwestern U.S., enjoying the sights and creating unforgettable memories.
Influence
In multiple interviews, Vance Joy has credited the likes of Paul Kelly and Bob Dylan as key influences on his songwriting style which is evident in "Mess Is Mine."
Recognition
In January 2021, "Mess Is Mine" was certified quadruple platinum by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA).
Live Performances
Vance Joy has performed "Mess Is Mine" at several major festivals and television shows, including on 'Later... with Jools Holland' on 21 October 2014.
Pop Culture
The song has also been featured in various popular culture mediums, including in episodes of popular TV shows like "Criminal Minds" and "Suburgatory", and used for the soundtrack of the film "Paper Towns."

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