Two Step
Dave Matthews
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Say, my love, I came to you with best intentions You laid down and gave to me just what I'm seeking Say love, you drive me to distraction Oh hey my love do you believe that we might last a thousand years Or more if not for this Our flesh and blood It ties you and me right up Tie me down Oh well, celebrate we will Because life is short but sweet for certain We're climbing two by two To be sure these days continue These things we cannot change Hey, my love, you came to me like wine comes to this mouth Grown tired of water all the time You quench my heart and you quench my mind Celebrate we will Because life is short but Sweet for certain We're climbing two by two To be sure these days continue The things we cannot Celebrate, you and me, climbing two by two, to be sure These days continue, things we cannot change Oh, my love I came to you With best intentions You laid down and gave to me Just what I'm seeking Celebrate we will Because life is short But sweet for certain We're climbing two by two To be sure these days continue Things we cannot change Things we cannot change
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Written by: David John Matthews
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13 facts about this song
Lyrics InsightOne interesting fact about "Two Step" is that the lyrics were inspired by two incidents: one, when Dave Matthews was considering death, and two, when he came across a road sign that said "Life Is Short But Sweet For Certain," which became a crucial line in the song.
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Song EvolutionOriginally, "Two Step" was conceived as a bluegrass number during the band's early gigs. However, it has since evolved into one of the Dave Matthews Band's definitive songs with an amalgamation of rock, jazz, and funk tendencies.
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Album Highlight"Two Step" is one of the standout tracks on their second studio album "Crash," released in April 1996. The album was commercially successful, reaching number two on the Billboard 200 chart.
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Live Improvisation Accent"Two Step" is well renowned for being the canvas for the band's live improvisations. Their live performances often exceed the 20-minute mark, encompassing extensive solos and instrumentals from the band members.
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Popular CoverThe song was covered by country music artist Trisha Yearwood for her 2007 album "Heaven, Heartache, and the Power of Love."
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Fan ConnectionDave Matthews Band fans view "Two Step" as a representation of the group itself—improvisational, engaging, and unpredictable. This song is a fan favorite during the band's live concerts.
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Dispute Over Songwriting CreditsEarly versions of "Two Step" were written solely by Dave Matthews. However, the songwriting credits were later changed to include all band members due to its improvisational nature.
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Billboard Peak PositionThe song did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100 but it did peak at number 20 on the Billboard Adult Alternative Songs chart in 1996.
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Featured Instruments"Two Step" features a unique blend of instruments including acoustic guitar, violin, saxophone, and drums giving it a distinctive sound.
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Relation to South African CultureDave Matthews, who was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, has often said that the song's earthy rhythms are influenced by the music of his home country.
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Production TeamThe song was produced by Steve Lillywhite, a Grammy-award winning music producer known for working with well-known artists like U2 and The Rolling Stones.
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Meaning and InterpretationDave Matthews once explained the song is about taking pleasure in life's simple moments, as life can unpredictably come to an abrupt end.
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RecognitionDespite not being released as a single, "Two Step" has become one of the band's most recognized and popular songs.
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