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.
Don't You Worry
311 Lyrics
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Help you see beyond the black
Don't you worry, I'll cover your tracks
Help you get your sanity back
Don't you worry, I'll figure it out, figure it out
Need to know just what it's about, what it's about
(What it's about)
I will find a way to reach you, way to reach you
Everything that has a beginning has an end
(Help you get your sanity back)
Don't you worry, I'll cover your tracks
Help you see beyond the black
Don't you worry, I'll cover your tracks
Help you get your sanity
Don't you worry, I'll help you see beyond the black
Don't you worry, I'll help you get your sanity
Don't you worry, I'll find a way
Don't you worry, I'll find a way
The lyrics of 311's "Don't You Worry" are meant to be reassuring to someone who is struggling with a difficult situation. The singer promises to "cover [their] tracks" and "help [them] see beyond the black" - to provide support and help them find a way through their problem. The repetition of "don't you worry" reinforces the idea that the singer is there to provide comfort and assistance. The lines "everything that has a beginning has an end" suggest that the difficult situation is not permanent and that there is hope for resolution.
The chorus repeats the promises of support and aid, with the added emphasis of "I'll figure it out" and "I'll pull you through." The repetition and builds in intensity reflect the singer's determination to help the described individual. The final lines are a simple, affirmative statement of the singer's dedication to finding a solution: "I'll find a way."
Overall, the song is a message of support and hope in the face of difficulty. It emphasizes the importance of reaching out for help and the value of having someone to rely on during tough times.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't you worry, I'll cover your tracks
You don't need to worry because I will take care of hiding your mistakes or secrets.
Help you see beyond the black
I will assist you in looking past the darkness or negative aspects of a situation.
Don't you worry, I'll figure it out, figure it out
You don't need to worry because I will solve the problem or figure out the answer to any questions you may have.
Need to know just what it's about, what it's about
I understand that you want to know the reason or explanation for something and I will help you discover it.
Don't you worry, I'll pull you through, pull you through
You don't need to worry because I will support you and help you overcome any obstacles or challenges.
I will find a way to reach you, way to reach you
No matter how difficult it may seem, I will find a way to contact or communicate with you.
Everything that has a beginning has an end
All things eventually come to an end, whether good or bad, and we need to accept and prepare for that.
(Help you get your sanity back)
I will assist you in regaining your mental stability and composure.
Don't you worry, I'll help you see beyond the black
I will aid you in seeing the positive aspects or opportunities in a seemingly negative situation.
Don't you worry, I'll help you get your sanity
I will assist you in recovering your mental health and emotional well-being.
Don't you worry, I'll find a way
You don't need to worry because I am committed to finding a solution or answer to any problem.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Matan Zohar, Nicholas Lofton Hexum
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MrDugfresh420
This song made my cry. This song means a lot to me, and anyone going through hard times.
RexoPlays
Me too homie
311
Yo! Stoked you guys are here to check out the track. It’s quite a ride. Mahoney rips it at the end, enjoy!
Trung Pham
311 they didn’t play your movie in my town 😢 been listening a long time
ESO PRIME
THANK YOU!!! It kicks ass & of course Tim's solo is always golden!!! 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼👽
Adam Petrie
YOU ARE FUCKING GODS!!!!!!!!
Ran straight outta the theater on 311 day to grab the only movie poster the theater had!
See ya this summer in Chitown
griff311
It Rocks!!! Love it and can't wait for the full album.
Oh Boy Howdy
Ah yes, the day is made. Thank you!
Makana-Kai Turner
We (me and my wife) used the first minute of this for our first dance as Husband and wife. Then transitioned into Love Song. It was perfect. Thank you, 311.
Conan Russell
311, the gift that never stops giving. I can’t believe I picked the right band to fall in love with back in ‘95. They still go for the hive. 😁