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.
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Everyone
Adema Lyrics
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I've been understanding, givin' everything you need
Using me is over now and soon you're gonna see
I'm done with you, I'm done with you
Would there be a difference if I followed what you say?
Taken from my mind and I can't seem to get away
Using me is over now and soon you're gonna see
Everyone is the same
Quick to point the blame
All I know is that life is a struggle
Why, I can't seem to escape all the games that you play
All I know is that life is a struggle
Sorry, I'm angry, I've fallen from everything
Why am I so angry inside my head
Life's all the same, It's gonna change,
I'm not ashamed to live my life
Everyone is the same
Quick to point the blame
All I know is that life is a struggle
Why, I can't seem to escape all the games that you play
All I know is that life is a struggle
Everyone is the same
Quick to point the blame
All I know is that life is a struggle
Why, I can't seem to escape all the games that you play
All I know is that life is a struggle
Why am I so angry inside my head
Life's all the same, It's gonna change, I'm not ashamed
The lyrics to Adema's song "Everyone" contain a message about feeling frustrated with the way people treat one another. The first verse refers to someone who has been taken advantage of and has had enough of being treated poorly by another person. The singer says they have been understanding and have given everything the other person needs, but they can no longer be used in that way. The second verse delves deeper into the struggle the singer is facing. The person they are addressing wants them to do things a certain way, but the singer is struggling to break free from that mentality. They feel that everyone is quick to point the blame, and that life is a struggle.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Everyone is the same, quick to point the blame," emphasizing the singer's frustration with the lack of empathy and understanding in people. They believe that life is difficult, and they can't seem to escape the "games" that people play. The song ends with the singer expressing anger and frustration, but also hope for change. They are willing to live their life without shame and acknowledge that things will change. The final line, "Why am I so angry inside my head, life's all the same, it's gonna change, I'm not ashamed," shows that the singer wants to move forward and not let anger consume them.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sick of the excuses that you want me to believe
I am tired of the lies that you try to make me believe.
I've been understanding, givin' everything you need
I have been patient and provided you with everything you need.
Using me is over now and soon you're gonna see
I will no longer allow you to take advantage of me.
I'm done with you, I'm done with you
I am finished with our relationship and I am moving on.
Would there be a difference if I followed what you say?
Would anything change if I did what you told me to do?
Taken from my mind and I can't seem to get away
You have influenced my thoughts and I can't seem to escape.
Everyone is the same
All people are similar in some way.
Quick to point the blame
People are quick to assign fault to others.
All I know is that life is a struggle
The only thing I know for sure is that life is difficult.
Why, I can't seem to escape all the games that you play
I don't understand why I can't avoid the manipulation you use.
Sorry, I'm angry, I've fallen from everything
I am upset and feeling hopeless about my situation.
Why am I so angry inside my head
I don't understand why I feel so angry all the time.
Life's all the same, It's gonna change,
Every day feels unremarkable, but I believe it will improve.
I'm not ashamed to live my life
I am not embarrassed to live my life in the way I choose.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARK CHAVEZ, DAVE DEROO, TIM FLUCKY, KRIS KOHLSLAW, MIKE RANSOM
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