Universal then released their first album, 'The Better Life', and they garnered a big fan response. They received international fame with their first single, "Kryptonite", in particular. The album went on to sell over 6 million copies.
In 2002, 'Away From The Sun' was released with the single "When I'm Gone". The ballad "Here Without You" became another multi-format success, doing especially well in the adult contemporary space, while the singles "The Road I'm On" and "Away From The Sun" were minor hits. The album went on to sell over 3 million copies.
3 Doors Down released their third studio album, Seventeen Days, in 2005, and it debuted at #1 on the Billboard Music Chart. The album achieved platinum status in less than a month. Its first single, "Let Me Go", received much airplay, and was followed by a second song called "Behind Those Eyes."
In 2007, they made a music video with the upcoming track "Citizen Soldiers" for the National Guard.
In May of 2008 3 Doors Down released their 4th full length studio album the self titled "3 Doors Down". The first single is It's Not my Time. They also launched a world tour in March in support.
Early years (1996-2000)
3 Doors Down was formed by drummer vocalist Brad Arnold, guitarist Matt Roberts and bassist Todd Harrell. The three were friends who had grown up together in Escatawpa, and who all shared a common interest in rock music. The band began playing locally around the city, playing a mix of both cover songs and original songs that would eventually be recorded on their first release. Brad Arnold eventually ended up not only drumming, but also acting as the group's singer, mainly because, as he puts it, "nobody else would do it, but I did and enjoyed it." Arnold is also their lyricist, and wrote some of their early hits when he was 15, often working on songs during math class.
The band eventually began to tour outside of their city, and it was during a trip to Foley, Alabama that they came up with their official name. When the three men were walking through the town, they saw a building where some letters had fallen off of its sign, and it read "Doors Down." Since at the time they consisted of three people, they added the "3" to create "3 Doors Down."
A couple years after performing together, Todd Harrell asked guitarist Chris Henderson to join the band in order to make the sound more full. They recorded a demo CD of their original songs at Lincoln Recording Studio in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Radio station 97.9 WCPR started playing the EP version of "Kryptonite", and it became the #1 requested song on the station for over 15 weeks and led to Universal Records signing the band.
The Better Life (2000-2001)
3 Doors Down's first album, The Better Life was released on February 2 , 2000, and went on to become the 11th best-selling album of that year, selling over 3 million copies. It has since been certified 6x platinum, thanks in large part to the international hit singles, "Kryptonite", "Loser", and "Duck and Run". A fourth single, "Be Like That", also did well and was actually re-recorded for the 2001 film American Pie 2, with alternate lyrics for the first 3 lines. This version is known as "The American Pie 2 Edit".
For recording the album, Brad Arnold recorded both the vocal and drum parts. However, when touring to support The Better Life, the band hired a drummer so that Arnold could perform at the front of the stage.
Away from the Sun (2002)
Session drummer Josh Freese was hired to record drums for Away from the Sun. Also, Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson produced and performed on three tracks for the record, "Dangerous Game", "Dead Love", and "Wasted Me", but only "Dangerous Game" would appear on the finished product. The band hired Canadian Daniel Adair to play drums for the Away From the Sun tour. He would go on to record the drums for the band's next studio release, and was with the band aboard the U.S.S George Washington (CVN 73) to film the music video "When I'm Gone".
Another 700 Miles (2003)
In 2003, 3 Doors Down released a live E.P. entitled Another 700 Miles consisting of recordings from a live performance by the band in Chicago, Illinois. Another 700 Miles has since been certified Gold in the United States. Besides featuring some of 3 Doors Down's hit singles from their previous two albums, the E.P. also contains a version of the popular Lynyrd Skynyrd song "That Smell".
In 2003, the band began hosting the annual "3 Doors Down and Friends" benefit concert, through the band's own charity The Better Life Foundation. In 2006, this event was held at the Mobile Convention Center, with proceeds benefiting Hurricane Katrina survivors. As residents of Escawtawpa, the members of the band saw the effects of Katrina's devastation.[3]
Seventeen Days (2005-2007)
The band's third studio album, 2005's Seventeen Days, has since been certified platinum. "Let Me Go" and "Behind Those Eyes" charted with the most success. "Live for Today", "Landing in London" (on which Bob Seger provided back-up vocals and guitar), and "Here by Me" were also released as singles. During the Seventeen Days tour, the band appeared alongside southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, as well as headlined many shows of their own.
Also in 2005, the band released a live DVD entitled Away from the Sun: Live from Houston, Texas. The DVD was produced and directed by Academy Award nominated Alex Gibney and Doug Biro. It features songs from both The Better Life and Away from the Sun, and even some early sketches of "It's Not Me" and "Father's Son", which were both eventually released on Seventeen Days.
- Greg Upchurch, formerly of Puddle of Mudd, replaced Daniel Adair in 2005, when Adair left to accept the position as drummer and contributing member of Nickelback.[4]
[edit] 3 Doors Down (2008-present)
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3 Doors Down released their self-titled fourth album on May 20, 2008. It debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, selling 154,000 copies in its first week. It is the band's second consecutive #1 album on the chart after Seventeen Days, as well their fourth album to reach the Top Ten.[5] The album contains the hit singles "It's Not My Time", "Train", "Let Me Be Myself" (currently featured in a GEICO commercial) and "Citizen/Soldier", a song written as a tribute to the National Guard. The band has just recently begun writing their next record. It is rumored that they are going back in the studio near the end of the year to record their new album which can be expect to be out by spring/summer 2010.[6][dead link]
In 2009, 3 Doors Down, along with The Soul Children of Chicago, released the song “In The Presence Of The Lord” on the compilation album Oh Happy Day: An All-Star Music Celebration.[7]
[edit] Charity work
[edit] The Better Life Foundation
The Better Life Foundation
3 Doors Down started The Better Life Foundation (TBLF) in 2003, with a goal in mind to give as many children as possible a better life. Since its inception TBLF has supported numerous charities nationwide, as well as providing aid and assistance to the Gulf Coast region of Mississippi during Hurricane Katrina.
When the Mississippi town of Waveland took an especially hard hit from Katrina, the charity was able to purchase three police cars and a fire truck to help with rescue efforts. Also, in connection with Wal-Mart, were able to supply the town with three semi-trucks full of rescue supplies. There was also extensive support from TBLF in providing funding for rebuilding efforts in the town
3 Doors Down and The Better Life Foundation host a yearly show in at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Biloxi, MS to raise money for the charity. In addition to a concert from 3 Doors Down and friends, there is also an auction, which includes numerous items from musical friends, sports icons, and other various supporters of the band and the charity. There is an average of sixty items auctioned off yearly, and proceeds are given to TBLF.
This year's show will feature 3 Doors Down, MuzikMafia, and Switchfoot.
The band has shared the stage with artists such as Daughtry, Megadeth, Staind, Nickelback, Alter Bridge, Breaking Benjamin, Theory of a Deadman, Seether, Shinedown, Hinder, Mentors, ZZ Top, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. .
Website: http://www.3doorsdown.com/
Information about the charity can be found at http://www.thebetterlifefoundation.org
[edit] Members
[edit] Current members
* Brad Arnold - lead vocals
* Chet Roberts - lead guitar, backing vocals
* Chris Henderson - rhythm guitar
* Todd Harrell - bass guitar
* Greg Upchurch - drums, percussion, backing vocals
[edit] Past members
* Matt Roberts - lead guitar, backing vocals
* Daniel Adair - drums, percussion
* Richard Liles — drums, percussion
In The Dark
3 Doors Down Lyrics
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That's when she comes alive (Ooh ooh)
Maybe it's just something that you can only see in the light (Ooh ooh)
A pretty little vixen dancing out on the scene
But the lights are shining, so she's keeping it clean
Don't get too close
Boy, don't touch her skin
Or you'll never feel the same way again
If everything you see is what you're believing
Then she'll be holding your heart
And by the time the sun goes down
You won't know who you are
She likes to do it in the dark
She likes to do it in the dark, oh
Whenever the darkness comes, she'll have you right where she wants (Ooh ooh)
Just when you think it's all over
It's where it all starts
It sounds like an angel is calling my name
It might be the devil, but they all sound the same
And all her moves won't let you get away
She's gonna make your mind come with you to stay
If everything you see is what you're believing
Then she'll be holding your heart
And by the time the sun goes down
You won't know who you are
She likes to do it in the dark
She likes to do it in the dark, oh
She likes to do it in the dark
Oh oh, oh oh
Ooh ooh ooh
If everything you see is what you're believing
Then she'll be holding your heart
And by the time the sun goes down
You won't know who you are
She is gonna make you think you were leading
But she had you from the start
And by the time the sun goes down
You won't know who you are
She likes to do it in the dark
She likes to do it in the dark
She likes to do it in the dark (Oh oh, oh oh)
She likes to do it in the dark
The lyrics of 3 Doors Down's "In The Dark" is a song about a mysterious woman who comes alive when the lights go down. It is said that maybe she can only be truly seen in the darkness. She is described as a "pretty little vixen" dancing on the scene, but she is keeping it clean in the light. The song tells the listener not to get too close or touch her skin because you'll never be the same way again. The darkness is where she wants you, and it's where it all starts. She's going to make you think you were leading, but she had you from the start.
The woman in this song is a metaphor for a dangerous temptation. She's someone that might have ulterior motives, and you can't quite trust her. The song's lyrics is a warning for guys not to be led by their desires, and not to trust everything they see. Sometimes, things aren't what they seem, and when the darkness comes, it can take over.
Overall, "In The Dark" is an intriguing song that leaves listeners wanting to know more about the woman described in the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Whenever the lights go down
Whenever the situation becomes uncertain or unclear
That's when she comes alive (Ooh ooh)
She becomes more active and energetic in such a situation
Maybe it's just something that you can only see in the light (Ooh ooh)
Maybe her true self and intentions are only visible in a clear and bright situation
A pretty little vixen dancing out on the scene
A beautiful and attractive woman who is visible to everyone
But the lights are shining, so she's keeping it clean
But she is maintaining her image and reputation in the presence of the bright lights
Don't get too close
Don't get too intimate or involved
Boy, don't touch her skin
Don't get physically close or intimate with her
Or you'll never feel the same way again
Or she will have a lasting impact on you that you will never forget
If everything you see is what you're believing
If you believe everything you see or perceive to be true
Then she'll be holding your heart
Then she will have control over your emotions and feelings
And by the time the sun goes down
By the end of the day or the end of the situation
You won't know who you are
You will be confused or uncertain about your identity and feelings
She likes to do it in the dark
She prefers to engage in activities or behaviors that are secretive or hidden from others
Whenever the darkness comes, she'll have you right where she wants (Ooh ooh)
Whenever the situation becomes confusing or unclear, she will use it to her advantage and manipulate you into doing what she wants
Just when you think it's all over
Just when you think the situation or the relationship has ended
It's where it all starts
It's where the real beginning or the next phase of the situation or relationship begins
It sounds like an angel is calling my name
It appears to be a positive or beneficial situation or opportunity
It might be the devil, but they all sound the same
It might be a negative or harmful situation or opportunity, but they all appear to be positive at first
And all her moves won't let you get away
And she will use her actions and behavior to trap or control you
She's gonna make your mind come with you to stay
She will make you think in a certain way that will make you stay with her
She is gonna make you think you were leading
She will make you believe that you have control or power in the situation or relationship
But she had you from the start
But in reality, she had control over the situation or relationship from the very beginning
She likes to do it in the dark (Oh oh, oh oh)
She prefers to engage in activities or behaviors that are secretive or hidden from others
She likes to do it in the dark
She prefers to engage in activities or behaviors that are secretive or hidden from others
She likes to do it in the dark
She prefers to engage in activities or behaviors that are secretive or hidden from others
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Brad Arnold
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@DeathRider1298
"In The Dark" lyrics
3 DOORS DOWN LYRICS
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"In The Dark"
Whenever the lights go down
That's when she comes alive
Ooh ooh
Maybe it's just something
that you can only see in the light
Ooh ooh
A pretty little vixen dancing out on the scene
But the lights are shining, so she's keeping it clean
Don't get too close
Boy, don't touch her skin
Or you'll never feel the same way again
If everything you see is what you're believing
Then she'll be holding your heart
And by the time the sun goes down
You won't know who you are
She likes to do it in the dark
She likes to do it in the dark, oh
Whenever the darkness comes, she'll have you
right where she wants, ooh ooh
Just when you think it's all over
It's where it all starts
It sounds like an angel is calling my name
It might be the devil, but they all sound the same
And all her moves won't let you get away
She's gonna make your mind come with you to stay
If everything you see is what you're believing
Then she'll be holding your heart
And by the time the sun goes down
You won't know who you are
She likes to do it in the dark
She likes to do it in the dark, oh
She likes to do it in the dark
Oh oh, oh oh
Ooh ooh ooh
If everything you see is what you're believing
Then she'll be holding your heart
And by the time the sun goes down
You won't know who you are
She is gonna make you think you were leading
But she had you from the start
And by the time the sun goes down
You won't know who you are
She likes to do it in the dark
She likes to do it in the dark
She likes to do it in the dark, oh
Oh
She likes to do it in the dark
@JoseRufus
One of my favorite Bands still producing great music. I love it!!
@3doorsdown
+JoseRufus Thanks for listening!
@JamesSmith-sx6gb
+3doorsdown Thanks for making! Been a fan for 16 years now!
@SuperFam12345
Been a fan forever these guys are still awesome to this day.
@emilyrin
I love it! I'm totally digging this song 3Doorsdown never fails ☺️👍🏼💕
@sicariusperemo3789
Well, what about the former bass player? :P 10 year sentence for having a firearm and being a felon :P
@bkird1994
Love it, I can't wait to hear the full album!
@drock2686
so stoked for this new album its been too long. ive loved every album these guys have put out and if this song is any indication this one will be just as good
@Luann67
Loving this song! Got it playing constanly in my head!
@taff1972
Love this band awesome as always :-)