Disease
Matchbox Twenty · Exile On Mainstream [2007]
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
[CHORUS:]
I got a disease
Deep inside me
Makes me feel uneasy baby
I can't live without you
Tell me
What am I supposed to do about it
Keep your distance from it
Don't pay 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 before was magic
Beautiful girl
I can't breathe
[CHORUS]
[BRIDGE:]
Well 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
That it wont take long 'til
I'm free of my disease
I'm free of my disease
Free of my disease
[CHORUS]
[BRIDGE]
Well 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
That it wont take long 'til
I'm free of my disease
I'm free of my disease
Set me free of my disease
Disease
Disease stands as a defining track on Matchbox Twenty's 2007 album Exile On Mainstream, capturing the band's signature blend of alternative rock and introspective songwriting. During this era, the group explored themes of emotional turbulence and personal struggle, moving away from the polished pop-rock of their earlier years toward a more textured sound. The recording showcases the band's ability to balance melodic accessibility with darker lyrical undertones, a hallmark of their mature discography. As part of a collection that includes other notable works from the period, the song reflects the group's continued relevance in the rock landscape. It remains a testament to their enduring capacity to craft resonant, emotionally charged music that connects with listeners through universal experiences of vulnerability and resilience.