Formed in 2000, Adema began with Mark Chavez, Mike Ransom, Dave DeRoo, Tim … Read Full Bio ↴Formed in 2000, Adema began with Mark Chavez, Mike Ransom, Dave DeRoo, Tim Fluckey and Kris Kohls. The band later signed to Arista Records, releasing its first album, self-titled Adema, which was released in 2001. The first two singles from the album, The Way You Like It and Giving In, helped it sell over 600,000 copies.

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.

Rip The Heart Out Of Me
Adema Lyrics

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I woke up this morning and knew
That the world would test me, come un-glued
Is it me or do you feel my pain?
This world makes my blood boil again

You rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me
You make it look easy

You rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me
Control and deceive me
You rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me

I've tried everything to please you
Gone out of my way like a fool
What makes me break down like a bitch?
It's so hard to crawl out of this ditch

You rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me
You make it look easy
You rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me
Control and deceive me
You rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me

You rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me
You make it look easy
You rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me
Control and deceive me
You rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me

Rip the heart out of me
Rip the heart out of me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Adema's song "Rip The Heart Out Of Me" speak of the pain, anger and frustration that the world can cause. The singer wakes up with a feeling that the world is going to test him and make him come unglued. He wonders if other people feel his pain as he finds himself boiling with anger at the world yet again. The chorus of the song, "You rip the heart out of me, rip the heart out of me, control and deceive me," express the feeling of frustration when someone is treated badly and is being taken advantage of, and they don't have the power to get out of that situation. The second verse speaks to the person who is causing the singer's pain. The singer has tried everything to please this person, but it doesn't seem to be enough.

The lyrics of "Rip The Heart Out Of Me" are raw and emotional. The song is about feeling powerless and being at the mercy of someone else's control. It's about being taken for granted, undervalued, and exploited. The song exposes the pain of someone who feels trapped in a toxic relationship or situation and is unable to break free. The emotional intensity of the song is heightened by Marky Chavez's powerful and angst-ridden vocals. The song leaves a lasting impression on the listener, making them feel the weight of the singer's frustrations.

Line by Line Meaning

I woke up this morning and knew
I had a gut feeling that today is going to be challenging

That the world would test me, come un-glued
I knew that the world would create obstacles in my path

Is it me or do you feel my pain?
Are you able to sense the pain and suffering that I feel inside?

This world makes my blood boil again
The chaos and disorder in the world is making me extremely angry

You rip the heart out of me
You emotionally hurt me to the core

Rip the heart out of me
You take away my ability to love and trust

You make it look easy
You hurt me without any remorse or guilt

Control and deceive me
You manipulate and mislead me

I've tried everything to please you
I have put in a lot of effort to make you happy

Gone out of my way like a fool
I have done things that were beyond my own comfort zones to please you

What makes me break down like a bitch?
What exactly causes me to become so vulnerable and helpless?