The band followed up their debut with an EP and their second full length, which were met with limited success. Insomniac's Dream (2002), an EP, sold only about 50,000 discs, while Unstable (2003) sold about 110,000. Following the release of Unstable, the band lost its guitarist, Mike Ransom, and left Arista shortly before the record company ceased business operations.
The band's former lead singer, Mark Chavez, is the half-brother of KoЯn's Jonathan Davis. When the band was launched, many criticized it for leaning on this relationship to gain attention, though it now seems unwarranted. In September 2004, Chavez had a falling-out with the band and was released from his duties as lead singer. He since had a band dubbed Midnight Panic. Mike Chavez has now went on hiatus.
Adema released their third full-length album, Planets, on their new label, Earache Records, in April 2005. Planets featured the band's replacement for Chavez, Luke Caraciolli, who formerly sang in the band Rewind Yesterday. The first single from Planets, Tornado, was released in March 2005. The second single, the album's title track, Planets, was released in September 2005. The album also broke away from their previous nu metal sound, opting for a more traditional rock album.
On October 25, 2005, Caraciolli informed the band that he would no longer continue to sing for them, leaving on his own accord. According to Dave DeRoo, however, Luke had planned to leave the band long before his departure was announced, leaving the band feeling betrayed.
Adema has since announced the new frontman as Bobby Reeves of the Los Angeles band Level early summer 2006. Ed farris, also of Level, was announced on August 1st 2006 as the new rythym guitarist, bringing Adema's line-up back to 5 members.
Three new demo clips were posted, as well as a full demo of the song Something Better at their Purevolume site to showcase the band's new line-up and sound. They have since been removed. There was also shot a music video for a track Called Human Nature however this track did not appear on the album.
The full album titled Kill The Headlights was released in 2007.
In early 2008 Dave Deroo announced the band has decided to go on a "hiatus" to regroup, take a break, and assured fans they have not broken up. They've recently began playing live shows again in their home state of California and plan on booking more.
July 2009, on the band's official MySpace, the band announced that they would be releasing their first and as-yet-untitled DVD later this year. It will exclusively cover the original Adema line-up and will feature tons of rare and never before seen footage, including videos, live and rehearsal footage, TV appearances, as well as a behind the scenes look at the making of Adema and Unstable. The band said for fans to keep watching their official YouTube channel for previews of the DVD. In August, Chavez announced the DVD would be released in December. Also Dave quoted on his twitter to one of his fans "the last album came out August of '07. We're putting out a B-Sides thing and DVD in the fall..."
On August 13, 2009, Mark Chavez posted a blog on his official Mypsace page stating that he has returned to Adema. He also plans to write an album and begin touring before the release of said album.
Mike Ransom left once again in 2010. Following Ransom's departure, Mark Chavez abruptly left Adema once again before the start of the 2011 tour. Tim Fluckey and David DeRoo took over lead vocals until January 2011when DeRoo was arrested just prior to performing a concert in Connecticut, and was charged with being a fugitive of the law. Tim Fluckey, Kris Kohls and touring fill-in Marc DeLeon performed without Deroo for the remainder of the tour.
Upon the return of DeRoo it was announced that touring bassist Marc DeLeon would become an official guitarist for the band, replacing Mike Ransom.
In 2013, guitarist Mike Ransom rejoined Adema.
Bakersfield, California, U.S.
Blame Me
Adema Lyrics
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It's why I'm all alone
What's it gonna take to make you see
That we are falling apart?
I wondered can we throw away the past
So we can stop the screaming match?
I'm not gonna break down anymore
I've found my way to the door
I can see through all of the loss
It's an issue of our trust
It's killing me
It's killing me to watch you leave me
Leave me
Leave me
I tried to talk about what's really wrong
I see that look of discontent
The volume starts to rise and then it's on
That's why I have to go
Dealing with the pain is all that's left
Because we cannot get along
You want to put the blame on me again
I think that we have reached the end
I can see through all of the loss
It's an issue of our trust
It's killing me
It's killing me to watch you leave
I can see through all of the loss
It's an issue of our trust
You keep blaming me
Blaming me for what you do to me
It's your turn to
Watch me leave you
It's your turn to
Watch me leave you
It's your turn to
Watch me leave you
I can see through all of the loss
It's an issue of our trust
It's killing me
It's killing me to watch you leave
I can see through all of the loss
It's an issue of our trust
You keep blaming me
Blaming me for what you do to me
The lyrics to Adema's song "Blame Me" explore the breakdown of a relationship. The singer is reflecting on the past and how they have always been one step behind, leading to feelings of isolation. They urge the other person to acknowledge that things are falling apart, wondering if they can move on from the past and stop fighting. However, their attempts to communicate are met with anger and blame, leading to an impasse. As a result, they realize that the only way forward is to accept the pain and leave the relationship.
The lyrics speak to the universal struggle of trying to make a relationship work when there is a breakdown in communication, trust, and understanding. The singer is tired of being blamed, and while they still care for the other person, they know that it is time to move on. The chorus emphasizes the pain of watching someone you love leave, echoing the emotions felt by many who have experienced the end of a relationship.
Overall, "Blame Me" captures the raw emotions that come with a relationship falling apart. It speaks to the need for open communication and understanding, and how sometimes, despite best efforts, things simply cannot be fixed.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm always gonna be one life behind
I will never catch up to you, we will never be in sync.
It's why I'm all alone
This distance between us makes me feel alone and isolated.
What's it gonna take to make you see
I don't know what I have to do to get you to understand.
That we are falling apart?
Our relationship is slowly disintegrating.
I wondered can we throw away the past
I am considering whether we should forget our history together.
So we can stop the screaming match?
Maybe if we move on, we can stop arguing all the time.
I'm not gonna break down anymore
I refuse to let myself fall apart because of this relationship.
I've found my way to the door
I have decided to leave you behind and walk away.
I can see through all of the loss
I understand the damage that has been done.
It's an issue of our trust
Our lack of trust in one another is causing problems.
It's killing me
This emotional pain is unbearable.
It's killing me to watch you leave me
It's hard to see you go, but it has to happen.
Leave me
You are leaving me behind, and I have to accept that.
I tried to talk about what's really wrong
I have attempted to have an honest conversation about our issues.
I see that look of discontent
Your expression shows that you are displeased with what I am saying.
The volume starts to rise and then it's on
Our conversation quickly turns into an argument once again.
That's why I have to go
I can't stay in this situation anymore, it's not healthy for either of us.
Dealing with the pain is all that's left
The only thing left to do is try to cope with the pain of losing you.
Because we cannot get along
We are incompatible and will never be able to make this work.
You want to put the blame on me again
You are always quick to point the finger at me for our problems.
I think that we have reached the end
Our relationship has come to its inevitable end.
You keep blaming me
You refuse to take any responsibility for our issues.
Blaming me for what you do to me
You project your actions onto me, even when they are your own choices.
It's your turn to watch me leave you
I'm leaving now, and you have to deal with the consequences of that decision.
It's your turn to watch me leave you
I'm leaving now, and you have to deal with the consequences of that decision.
It's your turn to watch me leave you
I'm leaving now, and you have to deal with the consequences of that decision.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DAVE DEROO, KRIS KOHLSLAW, MARK CHAVEZ, MIKE RANSOM, TIM FLUCKY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Justin Fuqua
Man this song is awesome! These guys were so underrated for their time but they had a great sound!
Merdicano
They're definitely underrated, it sucks that they're not out there anymore
Blaine Bailey
Hell yea
Mike Pombo
Lord Faqua? you know shrek?
Kasakee2
Justin Fuqua Hell Yeah man ADEMA was the shit!
Phil Steele
Love is a funny thing isn't it, you can either be happy for the rest of your life with someone or you can be torn apart and left with a constant battle of issues. It's not the break up that hurts, it's the memories.
Damante Martin
Well said my boy
belcha3
yup it's the memories for sure
Lance Qualls
Well fucking said......man
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eckTeck Teckk
Beta male.