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Ep. 232: Matt Scannell discusses Vertical Horizon's "Everything You Want"
In this episode, Vertical Horizon vocalist and guitarist Matt Scannell discusses the writing and recording of their chart-topping hit "Everything You Want," which reached #1 on the US Hot 100 in July 2000. Matt shares the personal experiences and emotions that inspired the song’s introspective lyrics, focusing on themes of unrequited love and self-reflection. The conversation dives into the song’s musical elements, including its catchy chorus, memorable guitar parts, vocal harmonies, and the subtle pronoun shift that adds depth to the lyrics, while also highlighting the production process and…
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