In 1999, the band released their debut album, the tongue-in-cheek titled 'Greatest Hits'. It went on to win "Best Independent Album" in the L.A. Music Awards and has picked up a big fan response. In 2000, after forging a friendship with the alternative rock band Papa Roach, Alien Ant Farm signed with DreamWorks SKG for their first major studio album, called 'ANThology'. The band's tunes showcased an energetic sound that featured humorous, often cynical lyrics and a desire to take in all kinds of musical influences.
In 2001, their cover of the Michael Jackson song, "Smooth Criminal", was a #1 single in both Australia and New Zealand as well a #3 single in the United Kingdom and #1 on Billboard's Modern Rock chart. The song's music video features numerous homages to Michael Jackson's life and career as well as Jackson's many videos. The song was featured on the soundtrack of the first season of 'WWE Tough Enough' and in the movie 'American Pie 2'. Their following single, "Movies", also featured a quirky music video with references to classic films such as 'The Karate Kid' and 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory'. The tune became top 5 hit in the U.K. and a top 20 hit in New Zealand. The band began touring in promotion of these two singles and their album, which later went platinum.
In spring of 2002, the band contributed the track "Bug Bytes" to the first 'Spider-Man' soundtrack, giving them even more exposure after the Tobey Maguire film's major success. However, tragedy struck the group. In May 2002, the band was involved in a bus accident while touring in Spain. The driver, 26-year-old Christopher Holland, was killed, and lead singer Dryden Mitchell suffered a fractured C2 vertebra. The horrific event scarred the group permanently, and many fans speculated that the band might have to go on a long hiatus or even fold for a while.
Nontheless, Alien Ant Farm soon returned to the studio to work on their next album, titled 'truANT', which was released in 2003. Produced by Stone Temple Pilots' Robert and Dean DeLeo, the work found the band doubling down on their past style. The video for "These Days", the first single from the album, was filmed on top of a nearby building during the Red Carpet at the 2003 BET Awards. While that tune ended up having more modest success that the band had hoped, song "Glow" was a mainstream radio success, achieving long lasting Top 20 success in New Zealand. Two months after this album was released, however, the group's record label closed its doors. Some fans speculated that the outfit had some kind of black cloud of bad luck around them, despite the guys' talents.
In October 2003, guitarist Terry Corso split with the band, citing "irreconcilable differences". Soon after, he joined the popular alternative metal outfit Powerman 5000 for a time. Joe Hill was named the new guitarist in 2005. The musician had formerly served in the underground California rock outfit Spiderworks.
In 2004, the band recorded the song "Dark in Here" for the Punisher video game. Unfortunately, the band was forced to wait for Geffen to allow them to record another album. Label Universal Music had bought DreamWorks and assigned the band to the Geffen Records company, and it appeared as if corporate shenanigans had stopped the band's momentum in its tracks, the mainstream popularity having faded.
In 2005, the band recorded with producer Jim Wirt (who recorded their independent, debut release "Greatest Hits") and planned to release the album during that summer. However, Geffen shelved the album and subsequently denied the band the rights to release it themselves. The band hit the road and made bootleg copies of the album material available to all of their fans. This unofficial release was dubbed 3rd Draft by fans.
In late 2005, Geffen finally agreed to let the band release the album on another Universal label, Universal Music Enterprises (its catalogue division). On May 4, 2006, information began showing up on music store websites and release calendars about an upcoming release from the band. The band also released information about a DVD that same day. On May 30, 2006 the new album, Up in the Attic, was released digitally on iTunes. The first single was "Forgive and Forget", the one added track to 3rd Draft.
In April 2006, bassist Tye Zamora left the band and decided to go to college. He was replaced by Alex Barreto (formerly of hardcore bands Chain of Strength, Hardstance, and Inside Out). On June 29, 2006, the band performed on G4's Attack of the Show, and on July 18, 2006, Up in the Attic was released worldwide, along with BUSted: The Definitive DVD. Included on the DVD were music videos for "Forgive and Forget", "Around the Block", and "She's Only Evil". Notably, the three videos feature only Dryden Mitchell and Mike Cosgrove.
Since the July 2006 release of Up in the Attic, very little has happened. Their website remained unupdated from November 2006 until April 2007, the update promoting the Alien Ant Fans website, created by a long time Polish fan, Bartek.
The band released Around the Block, the second single from Up in the Attic, on iTunes Store in 2007.
On February 11, 2008, the band posted a statement on their website saying all the original members of the band are back together. It was also revealed that the band had "unofficially broken up" in 2007 due to the fact that 2006's Up in the Attic was their least successful album. Around this time, vocalist Dryden Mitchell formed a new band, Send the Sages. Guitarist Terry Corso and drummer Michael Cosgrove worked on a side project titled Ghost In The Flesh, bassist Tye Zamora worked with the band eEnik. Alien Ant Farm toured sporadically, and released a new live album, Alien Ant Farm: Live In Germany.
In 2009, they played the Sonisphere Festival in Knebworth, UK on August 1. They had also performed "Smooth Criminal" at the 2009 Vans' Warped Tour in memory of Michael Jackson, who had recently died.
On February 9, 2010, Alien Ant Farm posted on their official website that the original line up (Dryden Mitchell, Terry Corso, Tye Zamora and Mike Cosgrove) was back together for the first time since 2003. On February 27, 2010, the Alien Ant Farm official website released the band's first "webizode" titled Bassmasters.
Always And Forever and upcoming sixth studio album (2011āpresent)
Alien Ant Farm playing in 2015
The band's "ANTicipation" 2011 Tour took place across the continental U.S. from July to October 2011. They also took part in the "Michael Forever Tribute Concert" which took place on October 8, 2011 in Cardiff, Wales. Alien Ant Farm started writing new material and in July 2012 started recording their fifth album, Always and Forever, at Groovemaster Studios in Chicago in July 2012. In March 2013 they set up a crowdfund, using PledgeMusic, to finance the album's release. The first single from Always and Forever, "Let 'Em Know", was released in May 2013. Also in the summer of 2013, Alien Ant Farm participated in "The Big Night Out Tour", opening for Hoobastank and Fuel.
Founding member and bassist Tye Zamora left Alien Ant Farm in March 2014 and was replaced by Tim Peugh. At the same time, Michael Anaya joined as a touring member of the band, providing backing vocals, percussion, and keyboards. Another single, Homage, was released in September 2014, followed a month later by E.P. Phone Home. The album Always and Forever was released on February 24, 2015.
On March 31, 2016, Alien Ant Farm announced on their official Facebook page that they were writing material for a new album.
On May 17, 2016, the band took part in the Make America Rock Again super tour throughout the summer and fall of 2016. In addition, they announced a headlining tour where they intend to perform the album Anthology in its entirety. In 2018 they toured as part of the "Gen-X Tour", alongside Buckcherry, P.O.D., and Lit.
On May 8, 2020, the new single "Everything She Wants" was released digitally on streaming services. It is a cover of the song by Wham!.
Good
Alien Ant Farm Lyrics
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Lately it's what I've been thinking about
This alien girl from above
We can share our love
I got it good for a woman
She's something else
She's not quite human(2x)
....Human
Venusian Queen
You're so bright the sun gets me
I swear it's a dream
But I pinch myself and your still green
I got it good for a woman
She's something else
She's not quite human(2x)
I'm head over heals for this space case
Something rhymes and no one fades
I got it good for a woman
She's something else
She's not quite human(2x)
My head's spinning
Around the world and back again(2x)
I got it good for a woman
She's something else
She's not quite human(2x)
The lyrics of Alien Ant Farm's song "Good" describe the strong feelings the singer has for an "alien girl from above" who is not quite human. The singer expresses his loving thoughts about her "leather skin" and how they can "share our love." The relationship described in the song is unconventional, with one partner being an alien, implying that the love shared is unique and not easily understood by others.
The lyrics also mention a "Venusian Queen," describing her as something bright and otherworldly. The singer seems to be in complete awe of her, stating that when he pinches himself, she's still green, an indication of her extraterrestrial origin. He is profoundly in love with her, head over heels, even if the whole situation is quite unusual.
The song "Good" is a unique take on the space-romance concept, where the love two beings share is complicated, and their situation is not something that anyone in the world can comprehend. The singer highlights the strength of their bond despite the unconventional nature of their relationship.
Overall, the song "Good" by Alien Ant Farm is a beautiful testament to the power of love, even if it is between two beings from different worlds.
Line by Line Meaning
Leather Skin
The singer is starting the song off with an odd phrase that has no clear meaning, maybe it's a reference to a nickname or a specific visual image that he likes.
Lately it's what I've been thinking about
The singer has been fixated on this idea of an alien girl for a while now, and it's been occupying his thoughts constantly.
This alien girl from above
The object of the singer's affection is an extraterrestrial, most likely one that he has not actually met.
We can share our love
Regardless of her alien status, the singer believes that he and this girl can have a fulfilling romantic relationship together.
I got it good for a woman
The singer is expressing that he has strong feelings for this alien girl, and he thinks that it's a good thing.
She's something else
The singer is emphasizing that this alien girl is truly unique and special, unlike anything he's ever encountered before.
She's not quite human(2x)
The singer is repeating a phrase to further emphasize the idea that this girl is different from the humans he's used to.
Venusian Queen
The singer is using this phrase to refer to the girl as royalty from Venus, a planet in our solar system.
You're so bright the sun gets me
The singer is indicating that the girl is incredibly radiant and beautiful, to the point where it's overwhelming.
I swear it's a dream
The singer isn't entirely convinced that this girl is real, almost like he's projecting his ideal woman onto an extraterrestrial being as a fantasy.
But I pinch myself and your still green
The singer is trying to confirm that this girl isn't a figment of his imagination by attempting to wake himself up from a dream, but when he does, the girl still appears to have green skin.
I'm head over heals for this space case
The singer is revealing that he is completely infatuated with this alien girl, despite her being strange and unusual.
Something rhymes and no one fades
This is a vague line that could mean anything, but perhaps it refers to a fleeting moment of happiness or connection between the singer and the alien girl that he doesn't want to forget.
My head's spinning
The singer is overwhelmed by his emotions for this girl, and it's causing him to feel extremely disoriented.
Around the world and back again(2x)
The singer's head is metaphorically spinning so fast that he feels like he's traveled all around the world and back again, twice.
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Written by: TERENCE MAURICE CORSO, MICHAEL COSGROVE, DRYDEN MITCHELL, TYE ZAMORA, TERENCE CORSO
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