311 mix rock, rap, reggae and funk into their own unique sound. After years of consistent touring, 311 have developed a reputation as one of the hardest working, most influential and most entertaining live bands in the U.S.
311 have released ten studio albums, one live album, one greatest hits album and three dvd's - and have sold over 8.5 million albums in the U.S. Seven of their albums have reached the Top 10 on Billboard's Top 200 Sales Chart...and 9 of their singles have reached the Top 10 on Billboard's Alternative Rock Radio Chart (including the #1 singles Down, Love Song & Don't Tread On Me. Along with Amber, All Mixed Up, Come Original, Creatures For Awhile, Hey You, and Sunset in July).
311’s newest album, Universal Pulse, released in Summer 2011, was produced by Bob Rock, mixed by Chad Sexton and debuted at #7 on Billboard’s Top 200 Album Chart.
The band's celebratory live shows & incessant touring schedule have earned them a massive grassroots following nationwide. Since its inception in 2004, 311’s annual summer headlining amphitheatre run, Unity Tour, has become one of the largest modern rock concerts of the summer. Support acts on previous Unity Tours have included Sublime with Rome, The Offspring, Snoop Dogg, The Roots, Papa Roach, The Wailers, O.A.R., Matisyahu, and Ziggy Marley. Unity Tour 2012 will feature support from Slightly Stoopid.
311 BIO/HIGHLIGHTS:
* 311 was formed in 1990 in Omaha, Nebraska by vocalist/guitarist Nick Hexum, vocalist/dj SA Martinez, lead guitarist Tim Mahoney, drummer Chad Sexton and bassist P-Nut. The band now resides in Los Angeles.
* 311 has sold over 8.5 million units in the U.S.
* 311 has had 8 albums reach the Top 10 on Billboard’s U.S. Top 200 Sales Chart
* 311 has had 9 singles reach the Top 10 on Billboard’s U.S. Alternative Chart (including the #1 singles “Down”, “Love Song” & “Don’t Tread On Me” along with “Amber”, “All Mixed Up”, “Come Original”, “Creatures (For a While)”, “Hey You” and "Sunset in July")
* 311’s new album, Universal Pulse, debuted at #7 in July 2011 and was produced by Bob Rock (Metallica, Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, Aerosmith).
* 311’s new album, due summer of 2011, was produced by Bob Rock (Metallica, Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, Aerosmith).
* 311’s sound is a unique hybrid of rock, reggae, hip-hop & funk. A balance of hard rocking anthems and melodic reggae grooves - with an underlying message of unity & positivity.
* After years of incessant touring, 311 has developed a reputation as one of the most influential & most entertaining live bands in the U.S.
* With their celebratory live shows, 311 has earned a massive grassroots following. For the past nine years, 311 has headlined their summer “Unity Tour” in ampitheatres across the U.S.- drawing crowds of 10,000 to 18,000 people in Atlanta, Boston, DC, New Jersey, Los Angeles, St. Louis, West Palm, Charlotte, VA Beach, Denver, etc. The tour is consistently one of the largest modern rock concerts of the summer in the U.S.
* Past 311 tours have included an impressive array of opening acts. Bands such as No Doubt, Korn & Incubus all supported 311 on U.S. tours before they became headliners.
* Support acts on 311’s Unity Tour have included :
Sublime With Rome, The Offspring, Snoop Dogg, The Roots, Papa Roach, The Wailers, O.A.R., Matisyahu and Ziggy Marley.
* 311 has always stayed true to their own approach and their underlying message of unity and positivity. That message still rings true for them today…in their lyrics and at their celebratory live shows. Singer Nick Hexum typically ends each show with the words, “Stay Positive and Love Your Life.”
• Every other year on March 11th (“3-11 Day”), 311 holds a special concert event that attracts thousands of 311 fans from around the world. The show includes an extended setlist (5 hours / 60+ songs) and state of the art production. Last year the band sold-out the Mandalay Bay Arena and tickets were sold to fans in all 50 U.S. states and 13 different countries. 311 fans traveled from around the globe to meet each other and to celebrate 311 Day together.
All Hexed Up
311 Lyrics
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And let go of regret
You've got to bet on yourself now star
'Cause that's your best bet
Watch me now with a wicked and wild and I said
We come with the funky style
That gets us known for the show
And we'll mix the hip hop reggae if we say it is so
'Cause this is what style we bring
Now it's morning but last night's on my mind
There's something I need to get off my chest
And no matter what may come to shine
The dream will always be mine
All mixed up you don't know what to do
Next thing you turn around and find the person is you
Thought a freak might be the thing
But the first could be the last so just get off your ass
All mixed up you don't know what to do
Next thing you turn around and find the person is you
Thought a freak might be the thing
But you know this will pass so just get off your ass
You've got to trust your instinct
And let go of regret
You've got to bet on yourself now star
'Cause that's your best bet
Watch me now with a wicked and wild and I said
Sick sick bit got to have it
Like bustin' in on a session but you got to call it quits
Sick sick bit just can't quit
Fact that you don't even know makes it fully legit
Now it's morning but last night's on my mind
There's something I need to get off my chest
And no matter what will come to shine
The dream will always be mine
You keep me coming
That is a gal that'll kill 'dem stunning
Keep me coming
That is a gal that'll kill 'dem stunning
Keep me coming
That is a gal that'll kill 'dem stunning
Keep me coming
That is a gal that'll kill 'dem stunning
You make me nervous throat dry
My brain is empty don't know why
But I saw you doing something
Which is really truly nothing
But you could bust me out all day
Many moons since first I saw you
Many moons since first we did the do
Many moons since first I saw you
Many moons since first we did the do
And why did I try when I knew it was no and
Why did I try when I saw it was so
But save it for late we should just let it skate
'Cause the waiting feel is fine
In 311's song All Mixed Up, the lyrics are a mix of motivational statements and images of confusion. The opening lines are an encouragement to trust one's instincts and let go of any regrets that might be weighing heavily. The lyrics then shift to describe the band's eclectic fusion of hip-hop and reggae, and their lyrics declare outright that they don't care about the naysayers who might criticize the band's style. The chorus repeats the phrase "all mixed up," emphasizing the theme of confusion that runs throughout the song, while also encouraging the listener to get up and do something about their situation.
The song then moves on to describe feelings of regret and confusion about a recent experience, but the singer asserts that the dream will always be his, no matter what happens. The second part of the song features more references to the band's music, including the line "Sick sick bit got to have it," which is a reference to a slang term for a particularly infectious groove. The lyrics also include a line about feeling nervous around someone and not understanding why, as well as a reference to an earlier encounter between the singer and the object of his affections.
One possible interpretation of the lyrics to All Mixed Up is that the song is about finding one's path in life despite feeling overwhelmed and unsure of which direction to take. The singer encourages the listener to trust their instincts and bet on themselves, even if they're not sure where they're headed. At the same time, the lyrics also acknowledge that confusion and doubt are a natural part of the process, and that it's important to keep pushing forward even when things seem difficult or uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got to trust your instinct
You need to believe in your intuition and your ability to make the best choices for yourself.
And let go of regret
Stop dwelling on the past and the things that you cannot change. Move forward and focus on the present.
You've got to bet on yourself now star
You need to believe in yourself and trust that you are capable of achieving your goals and dreams.
'Cause that's your best bet
Believing in yourself is the most reliable and effective way to achieve success.
Watch me now with a wicked and wild and I said
Pay attention to me because I'm about to bring an intense and innovative style to the table.
We come with the funky style
We bring a unique, groovy, and unconventional sound to the music scene.
That gets us known for the show
Our music and performance style is what sets us apart and makes us stand out from the crowd.
And we'll mix the hip hop reggae if we say it is so
We are not limited by genre or convention, we mix and blend different music styles together in our own unique way.
And fuck the naysayers 'cause they don't mean a thing
We don't care about the people who doubt us or try to bring us down, their opinions hold no value to us.
'Cause this is what style we bring
We know our style and we're confident in our abilities to bring something new and exciting to the music scene.
Now it's morning but last night's on my mind
Even though it's a new day, I'm still thinking about what happened last night.
There's something I need to get off my chest
I have something that's been on my mind that I need to express or confess.
And no matter what may come to shine
Despite whatever obstacles or challenges I may face in the future, I will always have my dreams and aspirations.
The dream will always be mine
My goals and aspirations belong to me and no one can take them away from me.
All mixed up you don't know what to do
Feeling confused and uncertain about which path to take and what decisions to make.
Next thing you turn around and find the person is you
Sudden realization that you are responsible for your own life and are the one who must make choices and take action.
Thought a freak might be the thing
You might think that being different or unconventional would be the key to success or happiness.
But the first could be the last so just get off your ass
Taking risks can be rewarding, but also risky. It's important to take action and move forward, even if it means leaving your comfort zone.
Sick sick bit got to have it
Feeling an intense desire or craving for something, even if it's not good for you or may have negative consequences.
Like bustin' in on a session but you got to call it quits
Feeling like you want to continue indulging in something, even though you know you should stop or it's not good for you.
Sick sick bit just can't quit
Being addicted or unable to stop a behavior or desire that may be harmful or unhealthy.
Fact that you don't even know makes it fully legit
Something can be considered more exciting or desirable when it's new or unknown, even if the risks are not fully understood.
You keep me coming
You make me feel excited, happy, and satisfied, and keep me wanting more.
That is a gal that'll kill 'dem stunning
Referring to a woman who is attractive and captivating, and can make a man weak in the knees.
You make me nervous throat dry
You make me feel anxious or excited, causing my mouth to become dry.
My brain is empty don't know why
Feeling like your mind is blank or unable to come up with thoughts or ideas.
But I saw you doing something
Observing something that caught your attention or sparked your interest.
Which is really truly nothing
Realizing that what you saw or thought you saw was actually nothing significant or exciting.
But you could bust me out all day
Referring to someone who is so attractive or captivating that they could distract you from your responsibilities or duties all day long.
Many moons since first I saw you
It's been a long time since I first met or encountered you.
Many moons since first we did the do
It's been a long time since we first became intimate or started a relationship.
And why did I try when I knew it was no and
Questioning why you put effort into something that you knew was unlikely to succeed or happen.
Why did I try when I saw it was so
Asking yourself why you continued to pursue something even though you knew it was not meant to be.
But save it for late we should just let it skate
Perhaps it's best to leave things as they are for now and not dwell on the past, but rather let things unfold naturally.
'Cause the waiting feel is fine
Sometimes it's okay to wait, take things slow, and enjoy the moment without worrying about what will happen next.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NICHOLAS HEXUM, DOUGLAS MARTINEZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chilloutsessionz
sick
dj3stripes
This is all hexed up btw.................. certainly inspired what became prisoner but featured on the all mixed up remixes cd from 1996.
Chilloutsessionz
beautiful 143
john rummel
Subbed! And on that note, Ima smoke a bowl and hit the sack.
Vishuddha Beatbox
Want to bam bam?