Backstory:

Bare Mate was formed in the late summer of 2012 in the heart of Liverpool, England. Four friends – Dave, Ethan, Brian, and Stu, who grew up sharing a love for music, decided to put their passion into practice. They began playing at local pubs, coffee houses, and small music festivals. Their dynamic performances quickly caught the attention of the local music scene, gaining them a steady flow of fans. Their music reflects their shared experiences, feelings, and observations from their journey through life.

Genre:

Indie Rock

Title:

“Melancholy Mondays”

Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
[C] Woke up this morning, [G] sun in my face,
[Dm] I got a feeling that [Em] I can’t place.
[C] It’s that old familiar [G] Melancholy Monday,
[Dm] A fresh start, but it [Em] feels like a runaway.

(Chorus)
[F] When you’re not here, [C] everything’s gray,
[G] Life’s just a movie, [Am] missing its screenplay.
[F] You’re the sun that [C] lightens my day,
[G] But now, it’s [Am] Melancholy Monday.

(Verse 2)
[C] The clock is ticking, [G] the day’s moving slow,
[Dm] It’s only morning, but [Em] where did the daylight go?
[C] Lost in the rhythm of [G] this Melancholy Monday,
[Dm] Waiting for the moment, when [Em] my blues go away.

(Chorus)
[F] When you’re not here, [C] everything’s gray,
[G] Life’s just a movie, [Am] missing its screenplay.
[F] You’re the sun that [C] lightens my day,
[G] But now, it’s [Am] Melancholy Monday.

(Bridge)
[Dm] Maybe I’m just a [G] fool, in this [C] endless play,
[Am] Waiting for you to [F] brighten my day,
[Dm] But until then, it’s [G] just me and this [C] melancholy fray,
[Am] Wishing, this [F] Melancholy Monday away.

Chorus:
[F] When you’re not here, [C] everything’s gray,
[G] Life’s just a movie, [Am] missing its screenplay.
[F] You’re the sun that [C] lightens my day,
[G] But now, it’s [Am] Melancholy Monday.

Fan’s Testimonial

Name: Sarah Davies

“As a fan, the reason why Bare Mate is my favorite band is because their music speaks to me on a personal level. Their lyrics are relatable, the melodies are catchy yet unique, and the raw emotions they put into their performances are palpable. ‘Melancholy Mondays’ is my go-to song – it captures the essence of my mundane Mondays! Seeing them live is an experience like no other – the energy, the connection to the audience – it’s magical. Bare Mate not only entertains, but they also inspire their fans through their music.”