The Space Between

Dave Matthews, Dave Matthews Band

About The Space Between

"The Space Between" is a song written by the Dave Matthews Band. It was released on their 2001 album, Everyday. It was the album's first hit single and the band's first top 40 hit, with its peak at number 22 in the United States – several of their previous singles had been ineligible to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 due to a chart quirk. It is also featured on the Dave Matthews Band compilation album The Best of What's Around Vol. 1. It was played for the first time in 1,446 days at LeRoi Moore's final concert, on June 28, 2008 and has been played live 115 times.  


Year:
2001
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You cannot quit me so quickly
Is no hope in you for me
No corner you could squeeze me
But I got all the time for you, love
The space between
The tears we cry
Is the laughter keeps us coming back for more
The space between
The wicked lies we tell
And hope to keep us safe from the pain

But will I hold you again?
These fickle, fuddled words confuse me
Like 'Will it rain today?'
Waste the hours with talking, talking
These twisted game we play

We're strange allies
With warring hearts
What wild-eyed beast you be
The space between
The wicked lies we tell
And hope to keep us safe from the pain

Will I hold you again?
Will I hold

Look at us spinning out in
The madness of a roller coaster
You know you went off like a devil
In a church in the middle of a crowded room
All we can do, my love
Is hope we don't take this ship down

The space between
Where you're smiling high
Is where you'll find me if I get tickled
The space between
The bullets in our firefight
Is where I'll be hiding, waiting for you
The rain that falls
Splash in your heart
Ran like sadness down the window into
The space between
Our wicked lies
Is where we hope to keep safe from pain

Take my hand
'Cause we're walking out of here
Oh, right out of here
Love is all we need here
The space between
What's wrong and right
Is where you'll find me hiding, waiting for you
The space between
Your heart and mine
Is the space we'll fill with time
The space between

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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, Glen Ballard

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12 facts about this song

Album Release
"The Space Between" appeared as a single from the "Dave Matthews Band's" album "Everyday."
Popular Ranking
Upon its release in 2001, the song reached number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, demonstrating its immediate popularity.
International Success
Not only was it successful in America, but "The Space Between" also found success internationally, reaching number 30 on the UK Singles Chart.
Grammy Nomination
It earned a nomination for Best Rock Song at the 44th Grammy Awards in 2002; the band's sudden shift to electric guitar and simple, hooky melodies was appreciated academically.
Music Video
The official music video for "The Space Between" was directed by Dave Meyers.
Noteworthy Lyrics
Unlike many Dave Matthews Band songs, "The Space Between" is a direct love song with some notable lyrics such as "The space between, the tears we cry is the laughter that keeps us coming back for more."
Diverse Interpretations
Though on the surface it may seem a simple love song, many fans see depth in the lyrics, exploring themes of existentialism, separation, and emotional distance.
Style Shift
The album, "Everyday," which includes "The Space Between," marked a notable shift in the band's musical style, with a more pop-oriented sound, largely due to producer Glen Ballard's influence.
Live Performances
"The Space Between" is a fan favorite at Dave Matthews Band's concerts and is often included in the band's setlists.
Track Duration
The song lasts for a duration of 4 minutes and 3 seconds.
Musicianship
The song features Dave Matthews on lead vocals and acoustic guitar, as well as band members Boyd Tinsley on violin, Stefan Lessard on bass, and Carter Beauford on drums.
Collaboration
Matthews worked with the well-known producer Glen Ballard for the first time on the "Everyday" album, which includes "The Space Between." Ballard's production techniques brought a new sound to the band, which was reflected in the song.

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