Two Step

Tim Reynolds, Dave Matthews

About Two Step

"Two Step" is a song by American rock group Dave Matthews Band. It was released in January 1997 as the fourth single from their album Crash.


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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
Love, you drive me to distraction 

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 

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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Dave Matthews

David John "Dave" Matthews (born January 9, 1967) is a South African-born American singer-songwriter, musician and actor, best known as the lead vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist for the Dave Matthews Band. He performs mainly with acoustic guitar and favors rhythm rather than solos in his playing. His band Dave Matthews Band sold more tickets than any act from 2000 to 2010.[citation needed] more »

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Written by: David John Matthews

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13 facts about this song

Lyrics Insight
One 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.
Song Evolution
Originally, "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.
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.
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.
Popular Cover
The song was covered by country music artist Trisha Yearwood for her 2007 album "Heaven, Heartache, and the Power of Love."
Fan Connection
Dave 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.
Dispute Over Songwriting Credits
Early 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.
Billboard Peak Position
The 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.
Featured Instruments
"Two Step" features a unique blend of instruments including acoustic guitar, violin, saxophone, and drums giving it a distinctive sound.
Relation to South African Culture
Dave 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.
Production Team
The 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.
Meaning and Interpretation
Dave Matthews once explained the song is about taking pleasure in life's simple moments, as life can unpredictably come to an abrupt end.
Recognition
Despite not being released as a single, "Two Step" has become one of the band's most recognized and popular songs.

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