Matchbox Twenty - Unwell
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Review #132
Submitted: December 5, 2007
By: Lene Dk
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This song is the most beautiful song ever made. Both lyrics and music are wonderful. My absolute favorite song..
Review #131
Submitted: January 3, 2007
By: Jenny
rating: 5 (out of 10)
Submitted: December 29, 2005
By: Mathfreakbox20
Jenny, I don't think, you could half as much even dream of creating a song of such magnificence.
Well, youre wrong because I can..at least half as much.
Review #130
Submitted: April 10, 2006
By: Lindsey
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This is the best song ever. I LOVE MATCHBOX 20 AND ROB THOMAS! They are the best band in the world. This song is so good b/c it relates to alot of people. It's one of those songs that you can never het tired of, like all matchbox and rob thomas songs. You can sing along and snap your fingers to it. Luv YA MB20.
Review #129
Submitted: January 11, 2006
By: UnwellMedic
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I have heard this song many, many times in the past, but it was not until I became 'unwell' that I really LISTENED to it. I am a medical professional that has evaluated and treated mental illness in one form or another for over a decade and thought I had a very good understanding of the various diseases that fall into this broad category. I was wrong. With the possible exception of Psychiatrists nobody understands most mental illness. Not MDs, not nurses, not social workers, not the patients themselves, and certainly not the general public. Illness is defined as a deviation from the norm. The problem is nobody REALLY knows what the mental 'norm' is. It varies from culture to culture, family to family, and even person to person. People are afraid of the unknown and they most often react to fear with agression. 'Is that guy crazy or just an a**hole?!?! Who cares? F*ck him!' is a typical fear/agression response. As such it is VERY difficult for most people to seek or gain help and this is very significant when you figure that 1 in 5 people will suffer from mental illness of one sort or another in their lifetime. Although I am NOT a Matchbox 20 fan, I think that this song gives 'unwell' people a chance to express their feelings and frustrations in a nonthreatening way and also opens up a rarely found forum of communication on the subject. Unfortunately, this is a double edged sword though. It also allows the ignorant and stupid (the words have different meanings, look them up)to voice a prejudiced and uneducated opinion (like Butterman's) that can be harmful to others.
Having said all that, this is supposed to be a review of the song, not the illness(es)that it referrs to. The song has great instrumentals, very good vocals, and excelent lyrics for a pop song. The Butterman was right in one aspect. The theme of mental illness has been covered a lot in music, but think about why. 20% of the population (including song writers) will suffer it's wrath at some time and Shakespeare said it best 'There are no new stories; only retelling of old stories.'
For those of you that have never suffered from mental illness, God bless you. For those of us that have, God help us!
Review #128
Submitted: December 29, 2005
By: Mathfreakbox20
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I am not usually taken in by negative lyrics, but Rob Thomas's outstanding songwriting capabilities such as in this song topped by his brilliant vocas have made me love Matchbox 20. Jenny, I don't think, you could half as much even dream of creating a song of such magnificence. And Buttergirl, Yes they play songs such as this on the radio, because they are GREAT and deserve this much publicity.... Well, Isn't that OBVIOUS!????
Review #127
Submitted: April 25, 2005
By: mooman
rating: 10 (out of 10)
oops...didnt rate it.
here u go: 10
Review #126
Submitted: April 25, 2005
By: mooman
rating: 0 (out of 10)
What a gay song,
just joking... all u guys will probably hunt me down and kill me. lol ;-)
i rekon this song is gr8 i listen to it so many times i can sing it backwards!
Review #125
Submitted: April 23, 2005
By: The Buttergirl
rating: 2 (out of 10)
Jeez this song has been on the radio since summer 2003 now its 2005. Its a horrible song no wonder it took 2 years for it to get noticed and for people to start liking it. i've read so many revews and for so many people they had to litsen to it so many times until they learned they liked it. which is kind of stupid becauseyou should only have to litsen to a song once to know you like it or not.
Review #124
Submitted: April 23, 2005
By: The Buttergirl
rating: 2 (out of 10)
Butterman i totally agree with you I guess these idiots just dont get our point of view.
Review #123
Submitted: April 23, 2005
By: The Buttergirl
rating: 2 (out of 10)
tis song is horrible I think that all of you who have mantall illness's shold go back to your medicine and not rely on matchox twenty to make you feel better. if you really think that a song speaks for you and how you feel then write your own song.
Review #122
Submitted: April 16, 2005
By: impulse
rating: 8 (out of 10)
been through it, still am not crazy. just a little unwell
you'll really appreciate this song once you've experienced what it's like to have to live a life like that.
Review #121
Submitted: April 2, 2005
By: Jenny
rating: 1 (out of 10)
Another horrible song from a horrible band.
Wimpy Knob Thomas in that wussy 'Love Me' shirt makes me gag almost as much as the guitarist, when he makes that corny Zoolander face constantly. Then they bow at the end of the vid, like theyve achieved something great. LOL! Theyre a total joke.
Review #120
Submitted: December 21, 2004
By: Lucio
rating: 10 (out of 10)
only one word can describe this song AWSOME!!!!
Review #119
Submitted: August 22, 2004
By: Emily
rating: 5 (out of 10)
O, my god!!! It's awsome!!! This song is the best ever!! I love this song.
Review #118
Submitted: June 25, 2004
By: Vicki
rating: 9 (out of 10)
Qute a powerful song, plays on all the right strings, sharing with the well propulation how it feels to be unwell. Gets me to tears everytime. The lyrics suggest there is another way to view someone who is depressed. Just a powerful, beuatifuuly put descrption of feelings that are afraid o come out. Great job.
Review #117
Submitted: April 7, 2004
By: AFADA
rating: 10 (out of 10)
GREAT!
Review #116
Submitted: April 6, 2004
By: *lalalala*
rating: 10 (out of 10)
never really liked matchbox before, songs like 'bent' and 'if your gone' i just didnt like at the time but i heard 'unwell' one day and i couldnt get over how catchy it was its such a great song...its really well written, rob's voice ia amazing, and the banjo is just unique and awesome! now that matchbox is on a break im hearing that song WAY more than i did before so obviously this is a really powerful song. and for the people who say matchbox is overrated most people i know have no idea who they are...overrated is beyonce or outkast jmho
Review #115
Submitted: March 31, 2004
By: the deadman
rating: 5 (out of 10)
buterman shut the hell up this song is probably better than anything you could ever come up with you're just pi**ed cause they wrote it and you didn't get over it
Review #114
Submitted: March 5, 2004
By: Delilah;)
rating: 10 (out of 10)
The best song ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It makes me feel alive, and when I have a bad day I listen too the song to remind me that Im not crazy, just a little unwell....
Review #113
Submitted: February 22, 2004
By: Maria
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love this song. I find it kind of incredulous that some of you would insult people that were helped by this song. If this song helped you, I say good for you. Butterman, you need to get over yourself. Rob Thomas didn't win those Grammys for nothing. He is one of the best songwriters out there. Even his voice is one of the good ones on the radio. If you think this song is horrible, go listen to some Hilary Duff, or some of the rap songs out there today. Then come back and tell me you still think this song is bad. Matchbox Twenty is one of the only credible bands left on the radio today. This is a great song.
Review #112
Submitted: February 22, 2004
By: Maria
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I really Love this song! For some people to bash it and say that it is shallow, well that's a little rude. If this song can help some people, I think that's awesome. For you to say that it's ridiculous is just kind of rude and mean. I love this song, but everyone's entitled to their own opinion. Rob Thomas is one of the great songwriters of our time. If you don't like this, then go listen to some Hilary Duff songs or some junk like that. Maybe then you'll appreciate what a great song this is. Get over yourself butterman. Matchbox twenty is one of the credible bands still left out there.
Review #111
Submitted: February 8, 2004
By: junglemonkey
rating: 9 (out of 10)
Listening to it now I find it to sound like a positive song. And I believe that their previous single 'Disease' is also written about the same thing. This song is incredibly melodic and catchy.
I suffer from an anxiety disorder (chronic GAD) day in day out and to write a song like this is a signal of hope for people like me, who do have mental disorders because we're not crazy. It does seem to describe something like split personality though.
Review #110
Submitted: November 10, 2003
By: Josh S
rating: 7 (out of 10)
The song is good of course but what makes the song better is the lyrics, I've heard a lot of songs about love and depression anything, but I think this is one of the first times you've heard a song about this plus it makes me feel better about myself
Review #109
Submitted: October 23, 2003
By: r00kie
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Matchbox 20 is by far my favorite band. Unwell is olmost a sad song if you listen to the words.
Review #108
Submitted: October 18, 2003
By: barebackbabe
rating: 10 (out of 10)
i can relate to this song too, but mostly im writing because of all the imature insults that are being said!! u guys, just enjoy or not enjoy this song, but dont did each other!! butterman, it is not that easy to get a grip on urself, duh!! so please, go be ignorant somewhere else! but this song is really great, and im even doing a project on it! all of u guys have really good ides, but does anyone know for a fact what it is about?? just kep expressing ur ideas!
Review #107
Submitted: October 18, 2003
By: danielle
rating: 6 (out of 10)
hello ncole read this you can actually have thse on the computer it is neat you can write one to if you want to i just found out how to do it
Review #106
Submitted: October 18, 2003
By: brittany
rating: 10 (out of 10)
hey kids and grown ups just decided to write a song but i cent think of anything so bye
Review #105
Submitted: October 18, 2003
By: Anita
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love matchbox20!!! This song is so cute! I swear, it's just plain cute! ^___^
Review #104
Submitted: October 14, 2003
By: RandomListener
rating: 8 (out of 10)
A very good song, although not too crazy about Matchbox Twenty, I think Rob Thomas has a great voice. I would love to hear this song in an acoustic version.
Review #103
Submitted: October 12, 2003
By: Juan paolo
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I've heard many songs about love-sex and so forth... But this damn sh** song just makes me feel good than ever.
Review #102
Submitted: October 12, 2003
By: Juan paolo
rating: 5 (out of 10)
I've heard many songs about love-sex and so forth... But this damn sh** song just makes me feel good than ever.
Review #101
Submitted: October 9, 2003
By: me234
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Every year or so, a song comes out on the radio that reminds you not all popular music is crap. This is that song. It gets better and better with every listen. Matchbox Twenty rocks!!!
Review #100
Submitted: September 22, 2003
By: abc123
rating: 10 (out of 10)
As many songs I have heard from matchbox twenty, seldomnly have I been able to listen to one song for hours on end as I've been able to do with this one. matchbox twenty to me, is simply one of the greatest bands I've heard in a long time. Most would assume that this song is about an illness of some sort, but if you truly listened and understood the words then you would/could also begin to see the part that the song really isn't about him being sick, but more about him being insecure. Rob Thomas is easily one of the best songwriters around so it's not rare for you to maybe hear a song by mb twenty on the radio and be hooked, but if you buy their cds you would see how amazing some of the less reckognized songs are. 'Unwell' I agree with the most of you that it is a classic and that it will be one of the greatest songs this year and years to come until the next mb twenty album. But, if you like the song then go buy their (3)albums and truly get the full stint of how gifted and great the band really is!
Review #99
Submitted: September 14, 2003
By: tpz
rating: 10 (out of 10)
i just heard this song and damn it was really good.
Review #98
Submitted: September 14, 2003
By: Ineke
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Love it...
Review #97
Submitted: September 5, 2003
By: Astra
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love this song!!!!!
The first time I heard it on the radio, I wondered to myself what a sick society we live in for such a song to make a hit... but then when I downloaded the video of this song and have watched it over and over, I've come to think that maybe it's everybody else but the person in the song that's really sick! Ha! What a revelation!
This is the first Matchbox Twenty song I've ever heard, and I love it sooo much!
Review #96
Submitted: September 5, 2003
By: George Mancuso
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I’m not much of a sentimental person but my past has redirected my thinking. There were times when I hated so much of myself that I just wanted to stop. I tried to shatter the gift that God has given, and because of that action, I have become a crazy and tainted creature among my friends. It’s hard to tell them that I’m not a crazy person and this song has given me a voice. Thank you.
Review #95
Submitted: September 4, 2003
By: LangdoN
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Great song!
Review #94
Submitted: September 4, 2003
By: C. M. Herrman
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I've never had a song that has opened up my eyes so much before. And even though I had heard it before, I never really got to thinking about it. But I finaly after all this time think my life has actually changed. I don't know why it took so long, but this song finaly hit somethin...and I'm extreamly greatful.
Review #93
Submitted: August 31, 2003
By: nelceb
rating: 10 (out of 10)
The song is really great! I love the song, I could also say it was written for me!! Coz days before when I got break up with my gf, at the same time my very closed friend, I was deppressed, feeling like unwell but I'm not crazy, I'm just a little impaired!!!Those words reminds me. 'Unwell' is her fave song too!!!
Review #92
Submitted: August 29, 2003
By: crackerbrainz
rating: 7 (out of 10)
It might be good if a female band could sing this song instead of boyband Matchbox Twenty. The music video is the best project I have seen Matchbox Twenty do. BRAVO!
Review #91
Submitted: August 28, 2003
By: Not Crazy, Just Unwell
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This song brings tears to my eyes!! I absolutely love it. Two years ago I became ill with depression and anxiety. I also suffer from panic. It is like this song was written for me. It describes what it is like to live with my illness on a daily basis. Some people don't understand that mental illness is just that - an illness. It is caused by a chemical imbalance. 'I'm not crazy, I'm just a little unwell.' Those words say it all!
Review #90
Submitted: August 28, 2003
By: MaturityIsRareTheseDays
rating: 10 (out of 10)
The people that came here just to say something bad about Jezza are the true immature children. How dare you tell someone what they are supposed to feel when they hear music!! I related to this song in a different way than he did. I think it describes social anxiety and depression to a 'T'! So you don't have to take medication just to feel 'normal'? Well f***ing good for YOU!! You should be GLAD that you don't have to! It sucks to have to take medication but at least people can get help. A**holes like you people just trying to tear others down DOESN'T help! This song is a MASTERPIECE. It hits the proverbial nail on the head and never gets old.
Review #89
Submitted: August 25, 2003
By: Jessica
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Whoops! I meant to give 'Unwell' a 10, not a 5!
Review #88
Submitted: August 25, 2003
By: Jessica
rating: 5 (out of 10)
Very nice song... very nice.
Review #87
Submitted: August 24, 2003
By: V
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I loooove this song. It echoes exactly what happens and what a person when they're feeling down and depressed, but still need someone around.
Review #86
Submitted: August 21, 2003
By: Kelleigh
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I like the song...It does express the problems that people have. not major problems dealing with people. everybody gets low sometimes maybe depressed or they could be having a bad day either way its a good song... some people relate to it differentaly. But i like the song wether I'm having a bad day or not. Everyone can relate somehow to the song.
Review #85
Submitted: August 19, 2003
By: Steveintexas
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This song is unlike any I have ever heard. You can't understand it if you are not 'one of us'. 'One of us' meaning someone with a serious anxiety disorder. This is not about a teenager that feels like he is not accepted by his peers...this goes much much deeper. Anxiety disorders strike 10% of our population some worse than others. For me, it is social anxiety and I just wanted the crazyness to end. It takes time and effort to overcome anxiety but it can be done. I am well on my way. Thank God there is help out there through cognitive therapy and medication. Don't give up!
Review #84
Submitted: August 19, 2003
By: SteveB
rating: 8 (out of 10)
This song to me is clearly about anxiety and feelings of non acceptance. This person probably also has OCD (obsesive compulsive disorder)...constantly anaylizing and thinking to the point it is driving him crazy. Wow, sounds like me in the past.
Review #83
Submitted: August 15, 2003
By: Norman lowe
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This is what a great song is all about. Great lyrics with great music. The best song out there right now!
Review #82
Submitted: August 10, 2003
By: i aint tellin'
rating: 8 (out of 10)
I agree with the Butterman on some points, firstly , this is a good song , but 2 Jezza ( review #62) good god , get a life, if u have such probs then dont depend on a pop song 2 get help , THERAPY , T H E R A P Y , get it ?
Review #81
Submitted: August 4, 2003
By: Dan
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Excellent song by an excellent group. Matchbox 20 has been a favorite for the past few years, and while they've lost some of their exuberance in music...it's more then made up for in their more stylistic approach to the heart of music.
Review #80
Submitted: August 4, 2003
By: Brian
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Just a great song
Review #79
Submitted: August 4, 2003
By: Muhammad Asyraf
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Unwell is the no.1 song that i like!If you don't like this song you is little 'Unwell'
Review #78
Submitted: August 3, 2003
By: Danielle Woolley
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I think that UNWELL is the best song out and if you dont like you must be pretty stupid
Review #77
Submitted: August 2, 2003
By: kevlinefm, the creator of Supreme Top 29
rating: 10 (out of 10)
'Unwell' is a pretty nice song to listen to. matchbox twenty is back in the music world. Let recall what matchbox twenty has achieved in the past 3 years. Well, they do have a string of hits, including 'Bent', one of their No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, then 'If You're Gone', a really romantic track, and 'Mad Season'. Earlier this year 2003, they released 'Disease', a song written by Rob Thomas and Mick Jagger. 'Unwell' finally caught our attention. Luckily enough, they have a place in the top 10 of Billboard Hot 100 Singles. I congratulate them for their success as they manage to outplay some of the stupid rap songs out there. The opening part of the song sounds beautiful (may I ask which musical instrument do they use for that part?) Hmmm... The chorus is easy to remember. Kinda like a sing-along song. Overall, 'Unwell' is an excellent single. Thumbs up from me!
Review #76
Submitted: August 1, 2003
By: nando
rating: 10 (out of 10)
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this song is just that!!!!!!!!! I love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Review #75
Submitted: July 29, 2003
By: Jo
rating: 8 (out of 10)
good song~ it has a deep edge to it, I realli like it
Review #74
Submitted: July 28, 2003
By: an architect
rating: 7 (out of 10)
Unwell is a good, somewhat above average song. Typical, yes, but also uniquely Matchbox Twenty. The groupings of people you listed that would like the song Butterman, unfortunately make up a fairly large portion of the population im sure...which likely could account for its popularity. It is overplayed, so for those of you who adore Rob and the guys leave your radio on, and for those of you who dont, just turn it off. Its as simple as that.
Review #73
Submitted: July 28, 2003
By: The Butterman
rating: 2 (out of 10)
This is what I am getting at (see Jezza's review below).
Have we come to the point where we are so narcissistic that we enjoy our own misery, over-dramaticize our own problems, and turn our lives into our own little 'reality tv specials.'
If you can relate personally to this drivel you could be:
1. a melodramatic fool (drama queen)
2. needing to reassess your life
3. needing to get a grip (try drugs, they can be very sobering...)
4. in highschool or under the age of 17.
5. not too far beyond room tempature in the IQ department
6. needing to grow the hell up
Jezza:
Get a hold of yourself.
-The Butterman
.............
''Review #62
submitted: July 13, 2003
by: Jezza
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This song is so powerful and moving. I relate to this song as lately I have become quite socially disfunctional, and the words he elegantly sings hit me so hard. It is like he is singing what I think every day. I see this song as an apology to a lover/friend, a request for support and forgiveness, to undrestand the problems he has and not leave him alone. I sang this to my girlfriend whom I am having problems with, and I hope she sees what I see so clearly thanks to this song.''
Review #72
Submitted: July 28, 2003
By: The Butterman
rating: 2 (out of 10)
Patriarch wrote (parentheses are my reponses):
'slammed by the likes of 'ButterMan' and 'they'renotthatgreat'. Since those two are obviously music gurus they could surely write better lyrics (sure could) and create soul-touching tunes (actually I have)that would captivate the hearts of music lovers from every corner of the earth...(wouldn't want to stoop to that mediocrity)'
Hey man, I don't claim to be able to write crappy, mediocre lyrics that the 'majority' of people would relate to. The writing I do for a living requires thinking and isn't for the masses (especially as the average IQ has dropped over the last 50 years). And most people have trouble thinking. I would never claim to be writer for the masses. But you are right, you don't know diddly-poo about me--so I would quit guessing.
-The Butterman
Review #71
Submitted: July 27, 2003
By: Kiddy baby
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love this song.
Review #70
Submitted: July 27, 2003
By: Kiddy baby
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love this song.
Review #69
Submitted: July 27, 2003
By: BlackAdder
rating: 8 (out of 10)
Rob Thomas is certainly underrated as a pop craftsman. 'Unwell' might be one of his best songs, although he may never top 'Smooth.'
Review #68
Submitted: July 22, 2003
By: birdman
rating: 7 (out of 10)
pretty cool song. lyrics could be a bit better, but nice tune
Review #67
Submitted: July 20, 2003
By: Sammi
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This song is the best! It is so moving and I love it!!
Review #66
Submitted: July 18, 2003
By: denni
rating: 5 (out of 10)
10/10
i think the song is excellent. no one could ever write a song that good.
by denni walker
Review #65
Submitted: July 17, 2003
By: Amy
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love this song. It is so cool and powerful. Plus I like Machbox Twenty. They are just really cool. So cool I wish I had there cd.
Review #64
Submitted: July 17, 2003
By: Amy
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love this song. It is so cool and powerful. Plus I like Machbox Twenty. They are just really cool. So cool I wish I had there cd.
Review #63
Submitted: July 17, 2003
By: Hillary
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love this song and so does my aunt. It's just a cool song to sing I guess. I hope I can get this cd someday.
Review #62
Submitted: July 13, 2003
By: Jezza
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This song is so powerful and moving. I relate to this song as lately I have become quite socially disfunctional, and the words he elegantly sings hit me so hard. It is like he is singing what I think every day. I see this song as an apology to a lover/friend, a request for support and forgiveness, to undrestand the problems he has and not leave him alone. I sang this to my girlfriend whom I am having problems with, and I hope she sees what I see so clearly thanks to this song.
Review #61
Submitted: July 11, 2003
By: someone
rating: 10 (out of 10)
its a really cool and catchy song. it rocks
Review #60
Submitted: July 11, 2003
By: d. martin
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I also wonder from what experience this song was written. My daughter is a schizophrenic and this song explains in detail what she has been experiencing for years. It seems it was written by someone who has experienced this type of mental illness......
Review #59
Submitted: July 10, 2003
By: My name is Kenny
rating: 8 (out of 10)
Matchbox Twenty burst on the scene with the positively horrible 'Push,' and have been pretty hit-or-miss since, so the singles off their last album have been nice surprises. I don't know what have made them so good all of a sudden. Maybe it's the song's cool and fairly unique banjo riff. Maybe it's the band's newly democratic approach to songwriting. Maybe it's because Rob Thomas has finally learned how to sing. Whatever the reason, the boys have put out one of the best mainstream rock songs of the millenium.
Review #58
Submitted: July 9, 2003
By: The Patriarch
rating: 8 (out of 10)
The hit-single 'Unwell' isn't quite a classic for several impending reasons, but is by no means tumultuous enough to be slammed by the likes of 'ButterMan' and 'they'renotthatgreat'. Since those two are obviously music gurus they could surely write better lyrics and create soul-touching tunes that would captivate the hearts of music lovers from every corner of the earth....But that would be unfair for me to say that they even have such capabilties. Sorry guys.
Review #57
Submitted: July 9, 2003
By: Jason Black
rating: 10 (out of 10)
this guy has some of the best vocals i've EVER heard!!! its crazy!! i give it 2 thumbs way up
Review #56
Submitted: July 9, 2003
By: Carol
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This guy is an amazing songwriter!! I hope he reschedules his concert here in Ft. Lauderdale soon because I couldn't wait to listen to it live...HE'S GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRREAT!!
Review #55
Submitted: July 9, 2003
By: Carol
rating: 5 (out of 10)
This guy is an amazing songwriter!! I hope he reschedules his concert here in Ft. Lauderdale soon because I couldn't wait to listen to it live...HE'S GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRREAT!!
Review #54
Submitted: July 9, 2003
By: Cara
rating: 9 (out of 10)
It's a great song, a total hit. Though I think it is kind of 'crazy'.
Review #53
Submitted: July 8, 2003
By: ME
rating: 10 (out of 10)
THIS IS THE BEST SONG !!! I LOVE THIS SONG SO MUCH !! .. I LIVE FOR IT .. I THINK HE DID A GREAT JOB WITH IT .. AND ALL HIS OTHER SONGS :) .. WE SHOULD GET MARRIED !
Review #52
Submitted: July 8, 2003
By: rezy ann
rating: 5 (out of 10)
they were jaz cmply d best.. i rily lyk d song...
Review #51
Submitted: July 6, 2003
By: they'renotthatgreat
rating: 3 (out of 10)
the first time i heard its hook, i knew it'd top the charts. killer hook, some nice banjo, but SAME OLD MB20. guys, it's getting boring, really really boring. personally, this band is way OVERRATED. but i guess all you mb20 fans need to thank their record company honchos, since they pay the radio stations lots and lots o money to play their songs over and over and over........
Review #50
Submitted: July 2, 2003
By: The Butterman
rating: 2 (out of 10)
There isn't a thing original about the lyrics to this song. There are literally hundreds (and more) songs that deal with feeling a 'little crazy.' He's just singing the same ol' stuff so many others have: a self-absorbed song that focuses on how 'I'm kind of losing it', and 'no one understands me'--the type of narcissim that seems to turn you kids on these days (hey man, my tears are dropping for you). I've seen deeper thoughts by 13 year olds and a guy named Jack Handey. The best part of this song is the music...The banjo is actually pretty cool. And then he open his mouth and it goes downhill from there....Wake up people! This is not 'deep.' It is SHALLOW! When will you understand? You're killing me...I'm melting...
-The Butterman
Review #49
Submitted: June 29, 2003
By: mundahl1428tabshonkz
rating: 10 (out of 10)
its fricken sweet.....nuff said
Review #48
Submitted: June 29, 2003
By: NirvanaRulz!
rating: 9 (out of 10)
This song's goooooooooooooooooood!! I'm a Matchbox Twenty die hard fan since the single 'Push'!!!!!!
Review #47
Submitted: June 26, 2003
By: Jenna
rating: 0 (out of 10)
its not fair to matchbox 20, and its not even their fault. But i hate their songs and its all because the f***in radio people o-v-e-r-p-l-a-y them . damnnnn- oh, and also- everytime i listen to this song i get it stuck in my head its soooo annoying
Review #46
Submitted: June 22, 2003
By: alma
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love this song! It's probably one of the best songs by Matchbox 20... the lyric is amazing... if you are not feeling well or just feeling down... this song totally would totally fit you... just amazing...
Review #45
Submitted: June 18, 2003
By: hannah
rating: 10 (out of 10)
this song is awesome... it's great to listen to and the words are really good.
Review #44
Submitted: June 18, 2003
By: queenofmorons
rating: 9 (out of 10)
I loved this song the very first time I heard it. Great M20 song, just like the rest!
Review #43
Submitted: June 16, 2003
By: JJL
rating: 7 (out of 10)
This is a good song.
Review #42
Submitted: June 15, 2003
By: Christie crocket
rating: 5 (out of 10)
This song is so well song I do not believe it.
Review #41
Submitted: June 13, 2003
By: billy bob joe green
rating: 5 (out of 10)
unwell freakin kicks butt
Review #40
Submitted: June 11, 2003
By: raye
rating: 10 (out of 10)
i never thought i'm gonna like this better than 'mad season.' definitely a great song.
Review #39
Submitted: June 7, 2003
By: Chelsey
rating: 8 (out of 10)
I was never a Matchbox 20 fan. I really didn't even know who they were. But after hearing 'Unwell' I became a fan. I personally think this is a great song.It gives you a sense of how you really don't want to change your life, but keep it how it was.Their lyrics are powerful and the message is really clear.If you havn't heard this song....I suggest you do!
Review #38
Submitted: June 6, 2003
By: Autumn Foschia
rating: 5 (out of 10)
I LOVE THE SONG I LISTEN TO IT ALL DAY AND NIGHT.I HOPE MACHBOX TWENTY HAS MORE GOOD SONGS LIKE UNWELL.
AUTUMN
Review #37
Submitted: June 5, 2003
By: M.
rating: 8 (out of 10)
I can really identify with this. However, it sounds like a lot of M20 songs.
Review #36
Submitted: June 4, 2003
By: Eric
rating: 10 (out of 10)
The is the best song I ever heard in my life.
Review #35
Submitted: June 4, 2003
By: koko
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Maybe it has something to do with being a software/firmware engineer. I am totally in love with this song. It does describe 'my' world. A world no one else has ever unveiled. Tom T. Hall came close to lyrically rubbing up next to my world. And Waylon Jennings' 'One Step Over The Line' described a lot of how I feel, but 'Unwell' is me
Review #34
Submitted: June 2, 2003
By: Australian Rat
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This is an awesome song! I don't understand how people cannot like it. However, like all songs, it admittedly can be a bit sickening if you hear it too much. If you have the album, listen to the song on repeat for half a day and then hear it on the radio, I'm sure that you can get sick of it. The lyrics are very catchy, which probably influences people's claims that they're sick of it. However, you must admit that it is very different, it's memorable, we can all relate to it and the song is a lot of fun to sing! Go M20 for bringing us yet another awesome album. As if these guys haven't done well - been around since about 95 and eight years later they are still releasing songs that are fresh and timeless. Well done.
Review #33
Submitted: June 2, 2003
By: Diane
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Matchbox Twenty just keeps getting better and better as time goes by. This song is very good and has a point behind it too which we all can relate. In my opinion their style just keeps changing and that is what you have to do to stay on top in this business. I think if the guys keep this pace up they will stay on top. I love the whole album.
Review #32
Submitted: June 1, 2003
By: Melissa
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I love all the songs on More Than You Think You Are, and this song is no exception.
Review #31
Submitted: May 28, 2003
By: F.C
rating: 10 (out of 10)
it's a lot better than Disease
Review #30
Submitted: May 27, 2003
By: guitarbabe
rating: 7 (out of 10)
well, it is better than the last few singles and because it is matchbox 20 i give it a seven because it is really all i think they are capable of. i do like rob thomas because although he isn't a good singer he is very passionate i don't particularly love the song but it is better than the new jewel song so hey good work guys!
Review #29
Submitted: May 27, 2003
By: I LOVE IT
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I LOVE IT I LOVE IT I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!its the coolest song ever
Review #28
Submitted: May 26, 2003
By: jessie
rating: 10 (out of 10)
this song kicked a** who cares what any one else thinks it is the best i heard whatever peace out
Review #27
Submitted: May 25, 2003
By: keagan
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Great!!! I really love this song/it's great & underplayed, in my opinion!
Review #26
Submitted: May 22, 2003
By: lucky charms
rating: 10 (out of 10)
This song really is a great song for people to listen to because they can all relate at some point and the song is sooooooo incredible there is really nothing you can say. Machbox 20 rocks!!!!!!!!!
Review #25
Submitted: May 22, 2003
By: ukFan
rating: 10 (out of 10)
this song is pure class. here in the uk they played disease all the time yet they don't even bother with this song. what a bunch of d***-heads. every person i know who hate matchbox twenty, love this song. it definately is one of matchbox twenty's rare mainsteam songs that the dopey bas****s in this country might actually like
Review #24
Submitted: May 20, 2003
By: Dmunny
rating: 8 (out of 10)
Love it! Cycles through my head all day....that said, I'll probably soon be sick of it.....
Review #23
Submitted: May 20, 2003
By: duh?!?!!
rating: 9 (out of 10)
cool song! its no michelle branch or anything...but it totally deserves some praise! way to go...matchbox 20 (they r hott!!)
Review #22
Submitted: May 19, 2003
By: bluereich
rating: 9 (out of 10)
hie everybody,
unwell, by far is one of the best songs by Matchbox Twenty. I agree with the opinion of some of the previous writers that 'it is a song that one can relate to.'
Also, the lyrics are so pleasant. It is definitely going to be a big hit, once again. it's already no 14 on the billboard hot 100...hehe...
but the sad thing is that the song is hardly played here in my nation ... india
Review #21
Submitted: May 15, 2003
By: Isıkcan Aysev
rating: 8 (out of 10)
whatever you think, whoever you are, you can relate to this song. you dont need to be a crazy person, everyone feels a little depressed, out of place and 'unwell' every once in a while. i think its a great song. way to go.
Review #20
Submitted: May 11, 2003
By: tomato juice
rating: 9 (out of 10)
ive been a so-so M20 fan since they released their first album. I believe Unwell stands out from their other songs as well as most songs today cuz it speaks about depression, and other human sentiments that most songs nowadays dont talk about.
The first time I heard it, the lyrics hit me hard as they really speak about how depressed individuals are taken for granted, or misunderstood. The song's melody or video may not earn any awards but M20 deserves a pat on the back for speaking about the condition most people suffer from. Somehow, when you hear the song its like the songwriter says, its ok... im writing this song to let you know youre not alone-- i know how youre feeling.
And about the video, i dont mind it being a bit strange...i'd call it surreal. The video captures logical inconsistencies and bizarre images to portray to viewers how people sometimes can, in fact, act differently from their normal behavior because of certain circumstances that may have affected them.
Review #19
Submitted: May 10, 2003
By: Collene^ a.k.a. Nikki Co*ejos
rating: 9 (out of 10)
I love this song, its one of the best song ever yet the m20 have done, if they keep up the good work they might beat the bettles!!! This song is the best ever its good and I fell in love with it...
Review #18
Submitted: May 10, 2003
By: Bells
rating: 10 (out of 10)
It couldn't get any better than this!
Review #17
Submitted: May 9, 2003
By: Fatima
rating: 10 (out of 10)
hey ... i meant to give it a 10
Review #16
Submitted: May 9, 2003
By: Fatima
rating: 5 (out of 10)
about the words and the video ... i have a friend who has bpd (borderline personality disorder) and this song is like it has been written by her. It means so much to her to hear someone this famous sing about stuff that she goes through every day. And I know her and the stuff she goes through and I think this song is amazing. People who know anything about bpd will understand what I mean. Even the video ... the people in the train moving their lips and looking generally scary to him is something people with bpd actually experience. I wonder from what experience this song was written ... is it just coincidence??? And people with bpd are not crazy, they are just a little unwell. My friend is the best software engineer i know. She is brilliant.
Review #15
Submitted: May 5, 2003
By: Jared
rating: 9 (out of 10)
For the people that said this is a typical M20 song, get real... There was a banjo in all the songs huh? Also the nice bass/Piano background in the first verse?? It being the same voice doesnt classify it as being unoriginal, it is still the same singer!!!!!!!!!
Great Song, lots of talent!
Review #14
Submitted: May 4, 2003
By: Franco
rating: 5 (out of 10)
I have always loved matchbox 20 work. I do certainly have my favorite songs. However, i had to quit them all and put unwell right in the top. It amazes me how these guys can seize human feelings so well. I love their lyrics, and, by the way, it isn´t typical of Matchbox20. Thanks for letting us express here.
Review #13
Submitted: May 4, 2003
By: dave
rating: 0 (out of 10)
this is the typical matchbox 20 song. same idea in the lyrics. same annoying tune. same annoying rob thomas voice. same stupid video. can't they find a new idea for lyrics or even a new tune? i consistently hate their music.
Review #12
Submitted: May 3, 2003
By: Terri
rating: 10 (out of 10)
perhaps this review will be biased as right now I am on weekend leave from a psychiatric ward, but this song really helps me relate to the way I feel.. it's beautifully written and makes Rob's voice sound varied and beautiful compared to some of his other samples. To release this after Disease is a fantastic idea, proving not all MB20 songs sound the same.
Review #11
Submitted: May 3, 2003
By: Lizi
rating: 10 (out of 10)
Unwell should have its own station to go with When I'm Gone. They're both great songs and I love them to death! Matchbox Twenty is definitely on MY top 10 list. --Lizi
Review #10
Submitted: May 1, 2003
By: Brian
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I personally think this song is one of the most beautiful songs I've heard (though I can relate to it, so that kinda skews my opinion). Some say it sounds like like their other songs, I have to disagree. I personally think they put a lot of heart into this song, and it gives off that vibe IMO. They also include a banjo for the main lick, which is a daring move I must say, but it turns out wonderful. But it definitely has that matchbox sound; I've never considered myself a 'fan' of them, but I've always liked their music -- this one has won me over. The lyrics aren't your standard love song, and the message is sorta fresh compared to all the other songs out nowadays. I absolutely love this song -- this coming from a diehard metalhead.
Review #9
Submitted: April 29, 2003
By: -=SchneideR=-
rating: 10 (out of 10)
it's terrific. that's all i can say. nothing can match the calm music and tremendous voice of matchbox 20.
Review #8
Submitted: April 27, 2003
By: Osama bin Mushoo
rating: 0 (out of 10)
This song sounds just like the same crap M20 has been putting out since the beggining...they seriously need to experiment with their style.The same old sh** every time gets really boring.
Review #7
Submitted: April 25, 2003
By: Jack
rating: 9 (out of 10)
Not the best or most noteworthy song on the album, but definitely a great choice for a single. It might be overplayed or whatever, but it's radio-friendly and a really good way to rope in new mb20 fans. Plus, it isn't as same-old-same-old as all that...not many songs out there with electric banjos... And the lyrics are original, not the cliched crap about love and unlove everyone else writes.
Review #6
Submitted: April 22, 2003
By: Beverley
rating: 10 (out of 10)
i love this song unwell,from the very first time that i heard it,i fell inlove on this song.i have to watch tv everyday because i really really love it.
Review #5
Submitted: April 22, 2003
By: april 22,2003
rating: 7 (out of 10)
it is very good it, this is one of the best songs on the chart.
Review #4
Submitted: April 22, 2003
By: jessica madrigal
rating: 8 (out of 10)
i really think that this song is good. i like the lyrics and the sound. matchbox is at its best here, i love them!
Review #3
Submitted: April 20, 2003
By: hkey333
rating: 6 (out of 10)
Havent heard enough of this single but from what i have heard its ok.
Review #2
Submitted: April 16, 2003
By: my name's dylan
rating: 1 (out of 10)
I respect your opinion. However I also have my own. I think Matchbox 20 is way overplayed on the radio, and have you noticed all their songs sound the same? This is your typical M20 song, there is nothing that stands out about it. The video is ridiculous, with all his visions popping out. Too silly
Review #1
Submitted: April 4, 2003
By: Matchbox225
rating: 10 (out of 10)
I have been a Matchbox 20 fan since the beginning. In my opinion, Unwell is one of their best songs. It has a nice sound and has the best lyrics I've heard in a song so far this year. It should be the top song on this chart. I also find it clever to have that as their second single off their new album right after Disease. Keep putting out those great songs guys.
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