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.
Feels So Good
311 Lyrics
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I spend my time healing and mending, together
It's a question of whether live positive well I give
P-Nut joins our back, must be arthritic
Tim is from the '70's and so we live it
SA has the wisdom of a Nobel Laureate
I'm down for our days of glory
It's easy to do when you're up with Sexton
Would you know, you're a bro, I flow in that circumstance
You'll get your chance
Because payback is a motherfuckin' mission
To the sharp-ass rocks slippin' on us but we rock
It comes to writing on us derision
Sendin you a voice now we're sending you a vision
And those who fought me they say they taught me everything I know
I go awwww, when I hear that, that chit and that chat, bullshit!
So sick of me knowing everything, saying!
In your face
That's right
And it feels so good
In your face
Yeah
It feels so good
Take it to 'em bro, throw down, now say
Settin' forth a course I'm really wiggin' out
In my dome I roam, no time to doubt
Fucked up you right there while I was rhymin'
Now you're sulking in the corner, a baby crying
Hittin' up now we feelin' to rock Mars
Fuckin' up the shit, now their heads bob
We ain't new to jack swing, the groove and that
We got crazy facts and we all that
I don't often rock and I'm a Laureate
I don't pull the punch you know I'm throwin' it
Freestyles my style on the mic and flex
You're stalkin' the mind of a punk that's next
I get retarded now that I started you know
A condition which I keep close together
Like the kind buds you know my scene
My team thinks I sing supreme, but you, the weasel,
Try to bring us down but in reality it make you look like a clown
Too bad cause we'll be sittin' in the sun and choose a rocky ass
Fast ball
In your face
That's right
And it feels so good
Choose a lock y'all
In your face
Yeah
It feels so good
Yo P-Nut, beat that thing
Won't you warm the mic Nicholas
Can't get with this my stream of consciousness is a sea
Much like Bukowski with a rage
Speakin' to page
Beasts in the cage
Jumpin' off the stage
Divin'
Thrivin'
Strive for a better day SA
Beat back by flesh
Shattered doors braggin' fists to the sky we're feelin' high
Has to live and die
Just take a moment to have a fit once in a while
You know, you know
I do it daily and like it but that's my style, yeah, here I go
In your face
And down your throat
And it feels so good
Afraid so
Fuck it up y'all
In you face
And down your throat
It feels so good
That's all
The song "Feels So Good" by 311 is a celebration of the band's unity despite the criticism they receive from others. The opening lines suggest that everyone has an opinion, but 311 doesn't let that distract them from working together and creating positive music. The members of 311 are mentioned by name, highlighting their individual contributions to the group. The lyrics also touch on themes of perseverance and resilience, with lines like "Payback is a motherfuckin' mission" and "Beat back by flesh."
Throughout the song, the members of 311 express their confidence and defiance in the face of criticism. They acknowledge that they have been taught by those who opposed them, but they assert their own creativity and passion for making music. The repeated refrain of "In your face" emphasizes this sense of defiance and pride.
Overall, "Feels So Good" is a powerful anthem for anyone who has faced opposition and criticism but continues to pursue their passion and remain true to themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Well everybody's got an opinion that's loud and unbending
Everyone has strong, unwavering opinions but I choose to focus on healing and coming together
It's a question of whether live positive well I give
The question is whether to live positively and generously, which I do
P-Nut joins our back, must be arthritic
P-Nut has joined us and is such a loyal supporter, even with arthritis
Tim is from the '70's and so we live it
Tim has a style from the '70s and we embrace that
SA has the wisdom of a Nobel Laureate
SA has the intelligence and wisdom of a Nobel Prize winner
I'm down for our days of glory
I'm committed to our pursuit of greatness
It's easy to do when you're up with Sexton
It's easy to have a positive attitude when playing with such a talented musician like Sexton
A rhythmatic genius, turnin' up the next one
Sexton is a genius at creating rhythms and always brings his best to the next song
Would you know, you're a bro, I flow in that circumstance
You can be a friend and still flow in any circumstance
You'll get your chance
Everyone will have their own chance to shine
Because payback is a motherfuckin' mission
We're on a mission to deliver some payback
To the sharp-ass rocks slippin' on us but we rock
We're like sharp rocks, tough and enduring despite slipping sometimes
It comes to writing on us derision
People write negative things about us, but we're not phased
Sendin you a voice now we're sending you a vision
We're sending a powerful message and vision through our music
And those who fought me they say they taught me everything I know
People who criticize me claim to have taught me everything I know, which is nonsense
I go awwww, when I hear that, that chit and that chat, bullshit!
It's frustrating to hear people talk nonsense about me
So sick of me knowing everything, saying!
I'm tired of people assuming I know everything and judging me for it
Take it to 'em bro, throw down, now say
Let's take action and show what we're made of
Settin' forth a course I'm really wiggin' out
I'm boldly charting a new course that excites me
In my dome I roam, no time to doubt
My mind is in constant motion and I don't have time for doubt
Fucked up you right there while I was rhymin'
You messed up while I was performing
Now you're sulking in the corner, a baby crying
You're sulking and acting like a child
Hittin' up now we feelin' to rock Mars
We're ready to take on any challenge
Fuckin' up the shit, now their heads bob
We're making great music that has everyone nodding their heads
We ain't new to jack swing, the groove and that
We have experience with various music styles and can groove to any beat
We got crazy facts and we all that
We have unique knowledge and talent that sets us apart
I don't often rock and I'm a Laureate
I'm not always in the limelight despite my talent
I don't pull the punch you know I'm throwin' it
I never hold back and always give it my all
Freestyles my style on the mic and flex
I enjoy improvising on the mic and showing off my skills
You're stalkin' the mind of a punk that's next
You're following the thoughts of the next great musician
I get retarded now that I started you know
I get excited and energetic once I start performing
A condition which I keep close together
This hype is something I keep close and cultivate
Like the kind buds you know my scene
My love for performing is like cultivating high-quality drugs
My team thinks I sing supreme, but you, the weasel,
My team and fans think I'm the best, but haters like you bring negativity
Try to bring us down but in reality it make you look like a clown
Your attempts to bring us down only make you look foolish
Too bad cause we'll be sittin' in the sun and choose a rocky ass
We'll be successful and enjoying the fruits of our labor while you struggle
Fast ball
We're ready for whatever is thrown at us
Yo P-Nut, beat that thing
My friend P-Nut, play some sick beats
Won't you warm the mic Nicholas
My friend Nicholas, start rapping on this mic
Can't get with this my stream of consciousness is a sea
My way of thinking is like a vast sea that others can't comprehend
Much like Bukowski with a rage
My passion and drive is similar to that of the writer Bukowski
Speakin' to page
I express my thoughts and emotions through my music
Beasts in the cage
We're like beasts locked up but ready to break free on stage
Jumpin' off the stage
We're so pumped up and energetic that we're practically jumping off the stage
Divin'
We're fully immersed in our performance and giving it our all
Strive for a better day SA
SA is committed to making each day better than the last
Beat back by flesh
We're fighting against our own limitations and weaknesses
Shattered doors braggin' fists to the sky we're feelin' high
We're breaking through barriers and feeling triumphant
Has to live and die
We all have to face our mortal limits at some point
Just take a moment to have a fit once in a while
It's okay to let loose and vent your frustrations from time to time
You know, you know
You understand what I'm saying
I do it daily and like it but that's my style, yeah, here I go
I frequently let out my emotions and enjoy it because that's who I am
And down your throat
We're going to deliver our music with force and intensity
Afraid so
Be ready because it's going to be intense
Fuck it up y'all
Let's bring the energy and excitement
Choose a lock y'all
We're so confident and successful that we can pick and choose our opportunities
That's all
We've said what we needed to say and it's time to leave it at that
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHAD RONALD SEXTON, DOUGLAS VINCENT MARTINEZ, NICHOLAS LOFTON HEXUM
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