The two musicians formed the Long Beach Dub Allstars with Opie Ortiz (the artist who created most of Sublime's tattoos and several of their album covers)on vocals, guitarist RAS-1 and Miguel, saxophonists Todd Foreman and Tim Wu, Jack Maness and Isaiah Owens on keyboards, and finally DJ Marshall Goodman.
After releasing some singles and compilations, they released their debute album "Right Back" on DreamWorks in 1999. In 2001 they released "Wonders of the World" once again on DreamWorks.
Long Beach Shortbus was formed after the Long Beach Dub Allstars disbanded in 2003 by the two founding members from Long Beach Dub Allstars Eric Wilson and RAS-1.
Sunny Hours
Long Beach Dub All Stars Lyrics
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Pulled my foot from my mouth, answer back the things i've said.
Wander through the valley of the shadow of the dead
Stumbled on this old sun dial, then these words I read.
I only count the sunny hours, brightest hours of day.
I never count the gloomy hours I let them slip away. And I realize I'm away.
[Chorus]
Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah
I'm alright ya'all.
Alright y'all.
Ya want to be alright you gotta walk tall.
Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah
I'm alright y'all.
Alright y'all.
Ya want to be alright you gotta walk tall.
Well I woke up in to many beds with girls I didn't know.
I seen lots of brothers at top and I watched them come & go,
Tell me why I'm not dead with them in the valley down below.
I give thanks everyday for these words they save my soul.
I only count the sunny hours, brightest hours of day.
I never count the gloomy hours I let them slip away. And I realize I'm away.
[Chorus]
It's like the wise man said relax yourself
When it's movin' too fast set it down
When the goin' gets tough it gets you goin'
If ya really want to speak then make a sound
Keep your eyes on the prize and realize
That the trouble's gonna come in all shapes and sizes
Well ya gotta stay strong don't let your knees buckle
Ya gotta keep hustlin', keep hustlin', movin', groovin'
That's the lovin' that's the lovin' come back to me... [Repeat: x4]
The lyrics to Long Beach Dub All Stars' song Sunny Hours explore themes of growth, self-reflection, and creating a positive outlook in the face of adversity. The first verse describes the singer's experiences of stumbling through life, making mistakes, and feeling lost in the "valley of the shadow of the dead." However, he discovers an old sundial with the words "I only count the sunny hours" inscribed on it. This becomes a mantra for him, reminding him to focus on the positive moments in life and not dwell on the negative ones.
The chorus emphasizes this message of positivity, with the singer proclaiming that he is "alright ya'all" and encouraging others to "walk tall" and strive for their own personal growth. The second verse delves further into the singer's past experiences, describing sexual encounters and witnessing the downfall of others. Despite this, he still holds onto the wisdom he gained from the sundial and gives thanks for the words that "save [his] soul."
Throughout the song, there is a sense of hopefulness and optimism, even in the face of difficult times. Through introspection and a positive attitude, the singer has learned to appreciate the sunny moments in life and not let the gloomy ones drag him down.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I've strolled across some dance floors filled with girls all dressed in red
I have been to many parties where girls are dressed in red.
Pulled my foot from my mouth, answer back the things i've said.
I regret saying some things and had to apologize.
Wander through the valley of the shadow of the dead
I have been through some really hard times in my life.
Stumbled on this old sun dial, then these words I read.
I found an old sun dial and read the inspiring words on it.
I only count the sunny hours, brightest hours of day.
I only focus on the positive aspects of life and ignore the negative ones.
I never count the gloomy hours I let them slip away. And I realize I'm away.
I don't dwell on the sad aspects of life and realize that I am far from my problems.
Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah I'm alright ya'all. Alright y'all. Ya want to be alright you gotta walk tall.
I am feeling good about myself and want others to walk tall and be confident as well.
Well I woke up in to many beds with girls I didn't know.
I have had many one-night stands with women I didn't know.
I seen lots of brothers at top and I watched them come & go, Tell me why I'm not dead with them in the valley down below.
I have seen many successful people fall from grace and wonder why I have not suffered the same fate.
I give thanks everyday for these words they save my soul.
I am grateful for the inspiring words that have given me hope and saved me from despair.
It's like the wise man said relax yourself
I try to follow the advice of wise people and relax when things get too stressful.
When the goin' gets tough it gets you goin'
When things get difficult, it motivates me to work harder.
If ya really want to speak then make a sound
If you want to be heard, you need to speak up and make yourself known.
Keep your eyes on the prize and realize
Focus on your goals and stay motivated to achieve them.
That the trouble's gonna come in all shapes and sizes
There will always be difficulties and obstacles in life.
Well ya gotta stay strong don't let your knees buckle
You need to stay strong and not give up in the face of adversity.
Ya gotta keep hustlin', keep hustlin', movin', groovin'
You need to keep working hard, moving forward, and enjoying life.
That's the lovin' that's the lovin' come back to me... [Repeat: x4]
That's what love is, and it always comes back to me.
Lyrics © THE BEST MUSIC COMPANY, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WILL ADAMS, DAVID GAMSON, LINDON ROBERTS, ERIC WILSON, OLIVER LEIBER, RICHARD SMITH, BRADLEY NOWELL, MARSHALL GOODMAN, FLOYD GAUGH
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