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.
Six
311 Lyrics
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Songs are vacations, our soul salvation
Will you suspend your disbelief?
I'd like to be the thief that steals
That jaded necklace that you're always wearing, yo
I'd take that thing and, with my knife, I'd start pairing so
Chop, chop, piece, piece, and send it to the Raiders of L.A.
The things we lack straight square within our grasp
[Chorus]
Ever you do, ever you think
Whether you're brown or you're pink
I think not, thinking's better 'bout it
When you stop to think
The jaded ones will wither
While the optimistic grow
I settle that a bet will let a large amount
So, indulge me just for a minute, imagine no one holdin' out
All trying for peace, my brothers down
Some others down, it happens slow, think you should know
The direction that the world goes, peace
They number six to make them feel like men
They one up us 'cause we're much too much for them
OK, the method to the mischiefs over there, then Psych, shazam, we strike with the lightnin'
Through space we move and emit an ill tracer
We're set to light your world, kid, we're your maker
Check it, our karma, plus the avant garde
Our style of out sect wise to ways comes to wreck
[Chorus]
While the ma**es mill around curse in anguish
311 stompin' 'em down with the quickness
We see all the crews that be comin' around now Takin' they notes to get our sweet a** style down
Fending off the foes that try to shut us down
Like the warrior souls we are, we never give in
So what we call is dope, we know will come around
Chill in Southern Cali., why'all
That's how we livin'
We spend our lives learning
If you like learning, life is large
It could never be only the ups
The downs will always come around, yeah, yeah Like a drive through Estes Park, you savor the sun
But when the clouds come, make animals
The song "Six" by 311 is a fast-paced, energetic, and intense song that discusses impatience, optimism, and the pursuit of peace. The lyrics suggest that the singer wants to break the boundaries that hold him back, which he compares to stealing a necklace. He envisions a world in which it is possible to let go of pessimistic thinking and strive for a peaceful existence. The song's message is that the pursuit of happiness requires more than just positivity; it also requires hard work, determination, and a willingness to take risks.
In the song's chorus, the singer encourages listeners to be positive and optimistic, regardless of the color of their skin or their life experiences. He believes that thinking positively can help overcome hardships and challenges, while pessimism will only lead to more obstacles. The song also references the number six, which the singer says makes people feel like men but also suggests an imbalance in power.
Line by Line Meaning
You know patience, pushing a dream, brings my demons to life
The act of staying patient while trying to achieve your dreams will awaken your inner demons.
Songs are vacations, our soul salvation
Music is like going on a trip, it's a salvation for our souls
Will you suspend your disbelief?
Are you willing to put aside your doubts and believe in something?
I'd like to be the thief that steals
I wish I could be the person who takes what they desire
That jaded necklace that you're always wearing, yo
I'm talking about that tired and worn out necklace you always wear
I'd take that thing and, with my knife, I'd start pairing so
I would cut it up into smaller pieces and rearrange them
Chop, chop, piece, piece, and send it to the Raiders of L.A.
I'd cut it up, rearrange the pieces, and send it to the most aggressive gang in LA
There are so many, this land of plenty
There are plenty of opportunities in this country
The things we lack straight square within our grasp
The things we want are often easier to obtain than we realize
Ever you do, ever you think
No matter what you do or think
Whether you're brown or you're pink
No matter what race you are
I think not, thinking's better 'bout it
I think we shouldn't think too much about it
When you stop to think
When you take a moment to really consider your actions
The jaded ones will wither
Cynical people will eventually lose their spirit
While the optimistic grow
Those who hold onto hope will thrive
I settle that a bet will let a large amount
I believe that taking a risk can lead to a big reward
So, indulge me just for a minute, imagine no one holdin' out
Just imagine if no one ever held back from taking risks
All trying for peace, my brothers down
Everyone is working towards peace, expressing solidarity
Some others down, it happens slow, think you should know
It may take time, but progress is being made
They number six to make them feel like men
They have a gang of six people to make them feel tough
They one up us 'cause we're much too much for them
They are trying to prove themselves because we're too much for them to handle
OK, the method to the mischiefs over there, then Psych, shazam, we strike with the lightnin'
We have a plan to deal with their mischievous behavior, we'll strike back fast with force
Through space we move and emit an ill tracer
We move through space, leaving a powerful mark behind us
We're set to light your world, kid, we're your maker
We're ready to make a big impact, we'll light up your life
Check it, our karma, plus the avant garde
Take a look at our good karma and cutting-edge style
Our style of out sect wise to ways comes to wreck
Our unique style has the power to destroy other groups' ways of doing things
While the masses mill around curse in anguish
While the general public complains and feels angry
311 stompin' 'em down with the quickness
311 is out here quickly defeating the competition
We see all the crews that be comin' around now Takin' they notes to get our sweet a** style down
Other groups are starting to take notice of our style and take notes to copy us
Fending off the foes that try to shut us down
We're fighting back against those trying to stop us from succeeding
Like the warrior souls we are, we never give in
We are like warrior souls, never giving up or giving in
So what we call is dope, we know will come around
We know that the style we're putting out into the world will eventually be well-received
Chill in Southern Cali., why'all / That's how we livin'
We're living a laid-back lifestyle in Southern California
We spend our lives learning
We spend our entire lives learning and growing
If you like learning, life is large
If you enjoy learning, there is so much to explore in the world
It could never be only the ups
Life can't always be good and positive
The downs will always come around, yeah, yeah
Difficult times will always come around, no matter what
Like a drive through Estes Park, you savor the sun
Enjoy the good moments in life, like taking a scenic drive in a beautiful place
But when the clouds come, make animals
But remember to find joy in the simple things, even during the hard times
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHAD RONALD SEXTON, DOUGLAS VINCENT MARTINEZ, NICHOLAS LOFTON HEXUM
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