Disease

Matchbox Twenty

About Disease

"Disease" was released on September 30, 2002 as the first single from Matchbox Twenty's third album, More Than You Think You Are. It was co-written by Matchbox Twenty lead singer Rob Thomas and The Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger. The song peaked at #29 on the Billboard Hot 100. "Disease" was one of two songs written and presented to Mick Jagger, by Rob Thomas in which Jagger actually gives back the song, saying "it would sound better coming from you".


Year:
2002
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Feels like you made a mistake
You made somebody's heart break
But now I have to let you go
I have to let you go

You left a stain
On every one of my good days
But I am stronger than you know
I have to let you go

No one's ever turned you over
No one's tried
To ever let you down,
Beautiful girl
Bless your heart

I got a disease, deep inside me
Makes me feel uneasy baby
I can't live without you
Tell me what I am supposed to do about it
Keep your distance from it
Don't pay no attention to me
I got a disease

Feels like you're making a mess
You're hell on wheels in a black dress
You drove me to the fire
And left me there to burn

Every little thing you do is tragic
All my life, oh was magic
Beautiful girl
I can't breathe

I got a disease, deep inside me
Makes me feel uneasy baby
I can't live without you
Tell me what I am supposed to do about it
Keep your distance from it
Don't pay no attention to me
I got a disease
I think that I'm sick
But leave me be while my world is coming down on me
You taste like honey, honey
Tell me can I be your honey
Be, be strong
Keep telling myself it that won't take long till
I'm free of my disease

Yeah well free of my disease
Free of my disease

I got a disease, deep inside me
Makes me feel uneasy baby
I can't live without you
Tell me what I am supposed to do about it
Keep your distance from it
Don't pay no attention to me
I got a disease

I think that I'm sick
But leave me be while my world is coming down on me
You taste like honey, honey
Tell me can I be your honey
Be, be strong
Keep telling myself it that won't take long till
I'm free of my disease
Yeah well free of my disease
Set me free of my disease

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Matchbox Twenty

Matchbox Twenty (originally spelled officially, and still sometimes known as Matchbox 20) is an American pop rock band, formed in Orlando, Florida, in 1995. The group currently comprises Rob Thomas (lead vocals, piano), Paul Doucette (drums, rhythm guitar, backing vocals), Kyle Cook (lead guitar, backing vocals), Brian Yale (bass guitar), and touring drummer Stacy Jones (drums). more »

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Written by: Michael Jagger, Robert Thomas

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release
"Disease" by Matchbox Twenty was released as a single from their third studio album, "More than You Think You Are," in 2002.
Songwriting Collaboration
The song was co-written by Rob Thomas, the lead vocalist of Matchbox Twenty, and multi-talented artist Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones.
Album Success
The song contributed significantly to the success of "More than You Think You Are," leading the album to become certified double Platinum in the US alone.
Popularity
"Disease" gained enormous popularity worldwide and peaked at number two on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Video
The music video for "Disease" involved the band playing in an underground sewer system, contributing to its rock feeling and intensity.
Inspiration
Thomas initially wrote the song for Mick Jagger's solo album, but after it didn't fit the vibe of Jagger's album, it was passed back to Matchbox Twenty.
Live Performances
The raw energy of "Disease" made it a popular choice for Matchbox Twenty's live performances and is often used to start their shows.
B-side
The single's B-side track is "Soul," which also displays Thomas's songwriting skills.
Lyrics
Lyrically, "Disease" discusses the struggles around unhealthy dependencies, likened to an infectious disease that one can't get rid of.
Industry Recognition
Despite its success, "Disease" did not receive any major music awards or nominations. However, it won widespread acclaim from music critics for its rock sound and strong lyrics.

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