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.
Pain inside
Adema Lyrics
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I'm on the outside
Take up all my life inside, why would I let them make up my mind
And be mislead
Go ahead make up your mind
I have had enough of who they want
Leave me alone
This pain inside I can't understand
This hate in life that will not go away (Go away)
Go ahead make up your mind
I have had enough of who they want
Leave me alone
Realize that I've lost control, impulses keep flashing through my head
I'm on the outside
This pain inside I can't understand
This hate in life that will not go away (Go away)
This pain inside I can not live with it
It feels like no one really understands
It's always killing me (Killing me)
The problems I face daily
It's always things that I have always take in vain
I'm sick of you judging me
I'm sick of you judging me
I'm sick of you judging me
This pain inside I can't understand
This hate in life that will not go away (Go away)
This pain inside I can not live with it
It feels like no one really understands
It's always killing me
The problems I face daily
The lyrics of Adema's song "Pain Inside" reflect the feeling of being outcast, misunderstood and judged. The first stanza suggests that the singer has lost control of themselves as they struggle to deal with their impulses. They feel like an outsider and are questioning why they should let others make decisions for them. The repeated phrase "Go ahead make up your mind" signifies the frustration of the singer with people constantly trying to impose their will on them. They have had enough of conforming to other's expectations and just want to be left alone. They are unable to understand the pain and hate that haunt them and feel like they can't live with it. The last stanza highlights the daily struggles that they face and the feeling of being constantly judged by others.
The song offers insight into the struggles of mental health and the feeling of being misunderstood in society. It also reflects the importance of individuality and the negative effects of trying to conform to other's expectations. The repeated chorus phrase "This pain inside I can't understand, this hate in life that will not go away" highlights the struggle of dealing with unresolved emotions and a sense of hopelessness.
Line by Line Meaning
Realize that I've lost control, impulses keep flashing through my head
I am aware that I am not in control of my actions as I keep having sudden urges and impulsive thoughts.
Take up all my life inside, why would I let them make up my mind
I want to live my life on my own terms and not be swayed by the opinions or decisions of others.
And be mislead
I do not want to be misled by the false beliefs of others.
Go ahead make up your mind
Do not let me influence your decision-making process, make up your own mind.
I have had enough of who they want
I am tired of constantly trying to meet the expectations of others.
Leave me alone
Please allow me to be by myself and not interfere with my life.
This pain inside I can't understand
I do not comprehend the pain I am feeling within me.
This hate in life that will not go away (Go away)
I am struggling with a deep-seated feeling of hatred that I can't seem to get rid of.
I can not live with it
I am unable to cope or deal with this pain and hate anymore.
It feels like no one really understands
I feel like nobody truly comprehends what I am going through inside.
It's always killing me (Killing me)
This pain and hate is constantly causing me emotional distress and harm (both mentally and physically).
The problems I face daily
I am constantly faced with difficult problems and challenges in my life.
I'm sick of you judging me
I am tired of being judged and criticized by others.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KRIS DAVID KOHLS, MARK CHAVEZ, DAVID CLARK DE ROO, MIKE RANSOM, TIMOTHY SEAN FLUCKEY
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