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Originally posted by rob_thomas:
hey guys. just wanted to take a minute to say thanx for all of the kind words about the new single. for everyone who didn't like it, that's alright. i know it's different but i promise that there will be plenty of stuff on this album that you'll love no matter how you feel about the song. just remember, everytime you put something out, it's a chance for you to try something new, and when you don't, that moment is wasted. i had to take 3 and 1/2 minutes out of being too self critical and trying to find the meaning in my life, to write a song that i just felt made my [*****] happy. ya know? anyway, please go easy on the people who don't like the single. it's all good. i love you guys and i'll keep you posted on all of the goings on.
damn the man,
rt

Well, Rob, this was soooo long ago, I can't remember what I said last year, but, lucky for ME, I saved it. Great songs sweetie, can't wait for the whole cd to come out.

Love ya
Nancy

AH DUDE! this is so cool! im Ben from England! YES LOADS OF PEOPLE LOVE U GUYS HERE TOO! infact my band like to cover u guys alot.. noting like the real thing but hey! well this is my 1st post! im at college and i dnt want to do work at the mo so i thought id register and say hi to all u matchbox guys! your all awsome! HEY WHY DONT U EVER COME TO THE UK AND DO SOME STUFF? do a tour! man u would rule! but i prob sound like one of those crazy fans!.. not far off haha! and guys if your wondering why the site bandwith is being used so much.. dont blame me... HONEST :0P haha! ill write again soon! keep up the good stuff! and OOH rob before i forget.. i didnt like the single but i tottaly agree u have to take the moment! one of my sayings... "if you always do what youve always done... youll always get what youve always had!"

Ben

Ok, Rob....I just want, nay NEED, to know if the release of your solo album marks the disolution of the band?? Will you guys be recording another album together??

Hiya Rob,

I wanted to start a new topic up in here but the board fuzz won't let me. So, sorry for butting in on this topic thread but...

I just wanted to say Thank You! I was lucky enough to meet you last week (radio contest winner) and you were just so personable and fun to listen/talk to. Just like you are in interviews and such. What a pleasure it was to see that.

I'm looking foward to the tour! I love to hear you sing, and I enjoy your live performances so much, because you give it 110%. You're very passionate about your songs and it definitely shines through. As a fan, and as someone who's been to so many concerts, I have to tell you, that type of performance is so very appreciated.

Best of luck to you in all you do.

Hugs from Stacey, Long Island NY

DARN U GUYS WHO CAN SEE MATCHBOX! dude plz do another matchbox tour! lol ill come to america if it means it! or u guys could do a gig in my back garden hahaha! *terrible thing jelousy* WHY DO I HAV TO LIFE IN ENGLAND!?! WHY ME!

I loved hearing your new song, it couldn't come at a better time.

I recently got diagnosed with cancer and I was in the hospital awaiting chemo and feeling quite down, when what should come on the radio, but your new song. I was so excited and it made me so happy, it gave me a little push to get me through that round of Chemo, Thanks Rob...you and your music always seems to be there when i need it the most!!!!

-Rachel

hehe i'll sure go easy on those who might not like your new single not sure if i might go easy on you as well

thanx for keeping us updated and hell yeah for signing with damn the man again, i missed it

take care

Just a quick word for you Rob...
GROW THAT HAIR BACK NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (short and dorky is out!!..trust me.)
2. Don't sway too far from who you are....your fanbase was built on loving what you do/did...don't change it too much or you may slide.
Harsh words I know...but believe it or not I absolutely love your music and just wanted to be 'frank'.

-imo

Rob,
Its not everyday that an artist is willing to step outside of their norm and express themselves musically with a different kinda tune. Although at first the song was a bit of a shock to me, it quickly grew on this girl. I want to congratulate you on the new album. I am counting down the days till I can purchase it. I look forward to having the chance to see you in Canada soon. Take Care, and keep blessing all of us with your inspirational tunes!
-Steph

HI Rob,
I just wanted to say that I really enjoy your new single! I have 5 daughters and they love your music as much as I do and can't wait to hear the rest of the CD. We live in Tennessee and hope that you will come our way in the near future . Before I close i better tell you my daughters names and that they say "HI" or I'll get in trouble .... Christine 14, Jessica 13, Heather 11, Brittany 10, and Gina 8, all say a very warm "HI!!!!!!!"
Take care always,
Renee

Hi Rob. I'm from Mongolia and just wanna tell ya that your new single was just amazing and MB20 is the greatest band in the whole world, i love you all sooooooooo much. Congratulation Rob.

...just wanted to pop in and say hi to the newbies who have posted.

Just wanted to say, love the new single and can't wait for the album!! Those that don't like it are crazy! It just never ceases to amaze me, how you do what you do. Everytime I think to myself WOW this is awesome, you turn around and outdo yourself! And the best part of it is that you're not afraid to try something different! My husband used to tease me saying awwww he's just another singer, boy, he needs his head examined! I would say back to him, Oh really, you show me one other person who could write a song in the 21st century with a banjo as the main instrument (Unwell) that skyrockets to number 1 ????? Anyway, I just wanted to say I love everything you do and will choose to do I am sure. I have been an obsessed dedicated fan since first seeing you in concert years ago. Since then I have attended every concert in the tri-state (NY,NJ,PA) area! If I could follow you to every city you toured I certainly would! (Wow, that sounds a bit over obsessive for a 37 year old mother doesn't it? LOL, oh well) I was sooooooooooo excited when I heard you were touring in my area next month, in fact I was first in line to buy tickets for the Phila show as soon as they went on sale! Guess I will stop rambling now, I just wanted to let you know that you have managed to bring some sort of light into what had been a very gloomy existence for a long time. Anytime I feel down or depressed I just pop in a CD and sing my heart out and everything seems OK for awhile. Please keep up the great work and don't let anyone ever take away that individuality and heart that you put into each and every song.

Love the new video! Fits perfectly to the song. Visually it so well done.

And thanks for shaking your ass for us.

Love the song.

Can't wait for the album and to see you at Irving Plaza next month!