After departing Roc-A-Fella in ‘05, Allen took some time off and fulfilled one of his life long dreams. Allen co-founded (with another cousin, Shaun Bivens), the all Black Metal group A Band Called Pain. A Band Called Pain received critical praise for their incredible live shows and Independent Album “Broken Dreams”. “Broken Dreams” received heavy rotation on San Francisco Rock station “107.7 The Bone”. In addition, “A Band Called Pain” had their song “Holy” featured on the “Saw 2 Soundtrack”, another song “Hellbound” featured on Dane Cook’s HBO Reality Show “Tourgasm” and their video “Pieces” receive heavy rotation on MTV2. During his Metal release Allen never abandoned his R&B roots. Allen stayed busy recording and being featured on songs by E-A-Ski “Can’t Get Enough” (’03), C-Note “Hold It Down” (’04), Fatt Sak “Ladies Night” (’04), Lil Al “Crackin’ In The Club” (’06), Dem Hoodstarz “East Side” (’06), San Quinn “Hell Yeah” (’06), Big Rich “In The Heart Of The City” & “Automatic” (’08), and Even Odds “Feels Good” (’08).
Now, Allen Anthony returns to his R&B/Soul/Pop roots with an instant classic… “URBAN POP”! Produced by Anthony “Tone Capone” Gilmour (Jay-Z, Scarface, E-40, SWV) & newcomer J2 (Big Rich), “URBAN POP” is hands down the most personal and classic songs of Allen Anthony’s career. Tone Capone coined Allen’s new sound “URBAN POP” (hence the name of the CD)! Allen covers all areas on “URBAN POP”; love, life, desires, and heartache. “URBAN POP” takes you on a musical journey with Allen paying homage to the 80’s with the single “DO 4 U”, getting funky with the great Too Short on “To Da House”, the lady killer “1 Thing”, the hypnotic “Rain”, bearing his soul on the instant romantic classic “No More Games” and he brings down the house on the insanely sexy “Let’s Make Love”. “URBAN POP” will be a major hit not only in the United States, but throughout the entire globe. Allen Anthony will not only become a household name from this masterpiece of music, but will reshape the industry with his artistry of unparalleled music!
Alright
Allen Anthony Lyrics
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To a word I say
Kill enthusiasm
'Cause I've found that day
Though it over and over and over again
Then you rip me down
Trying over and over and over again
You're a fool
You're gonna end up in a hole
You never finish what you started
Forever telling you I though it over and over and over again
See it coming for you
See it every day
Try to ignore you
You get my way (yeah yeah yeah!)
And it's alright [Repeat: x 4]
Gonna end up in a hole
Now you got me moving
Now I've got a taste
You can't stop me smiling
I'm laughing in your face
It's true
You're gonna end up in a hole
You never finish what you started
Forever telling you I though it over and over and over again
See it coming for you
See it every day
Try to ignore you
You get my way (yeah yeah yeah!)
And it's alright [Repeat: x 4]
Gonna end up in a hole
Laugh about me all you like
Talk behind me, I don't mind
Let me tell you I'm alright
Gonna end up in a hole (whoa-oa-oa)
Laugh about me all you like (whoa-oa-oa)
Talk behind me, I don't mind (whoa-oa-oa)
Let me tell you I'm alright!
Thought it over, over and over
Thought it over, over again [Repeat: x 2]
See it coming for you
See it every day
Try to ignore you
You get my way (yeah yeah yeah!)
And it's alright [Repeat: x 8]
Gonna end up in a hole
You're gonna end up in a hole
You never finish what you started
Don't mind me telling you I though it over and over and over again
The lyrics of the song, "Alright" by Allen Anthony, are a commentary on the frustration of not being heard or taken seriously by others. The singer feels that no one listens to what he says and that his enthusiasm is being killed. He has thought things over many times, but he is still being ripped down and not taken seriously. The message in the chorus is that despite these frustrations, everything will be alright.
The repetition of the phrase, "thought it over and over again," shows how the singer has put a lot of thought and consideration into what he wants to say, yet he is still not being heard. The line, "You're gonna end up in a hole," is a warning to those who are not taking him seriously that they will suffer the consequences of their actions. The singer is standing up for himself and showing that he can laugh and be happy despite those who try to bring him down.
Overall, the song is a message of resilience and self-confidence. Despite the obstacles and frustrations, the singer remains optimistic and believes that everything will be alright in the end. It is a reminder that even when others try to bring you down, you can still rise above and find happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
And no-one ever listens
People ignore me
To a word I say
Nobody pays attention to me
Kill enthusiasm
Discouragement
'Cause I've found that day
Something happened to change my attitude
Though it over and over and over again
Thinking repeatedly
Then you rip me down
You criticize me
Trying over and over and over again
Continuing to attempt something again and again
And you happy now?
Are you satisfied?
You're a fool
You're silly
You're gonna end up in a hole
You'll face serious consequences
You never finish what you started
You always leave things unfinished
Forever telling you I though it over and over and over again
Continuously explaining my thought process
See it coming for you
Something coming towards you
See it every day
Encountering it frequently
Try to ignore you
Attempting to avoid dealing with you
You get my way (yeah yeah yeah!)
You prevent me from accomplishing my goals
And it's alright [Repeat: x 4]
It's okay in the end
Gonna end up in a hole
Will face negative consequences
Now you got me moving
You motivated me
Now I've got a taste
I've experienced something
You can't stop me smiling
I'm happy regardless of your actions
I'm laughing in your face
Mocking you
It's true
It's a fact
Laugh about me all you like
I don't care if you mock me
Talk behind me, I don't mind
Gossiping doesn't affect me
Let me tell you I'm alright
I'm doing okay
Thought it over, over and over
Repeatedly considering something
See it coming for you
Anticipating a negative outcome
And it's alright [Repeat: x 8]
Everything will be okay
You're gonna end up in a hole
You're facing negative consequences
Don't mind me telling you I though it over and over and over again
I'm continuing to explain my thought process
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: IAN LEWIS, BERNARD HARVEY, CALTON S. COFFIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@solod2854
If Allen Anthony can see this, thank you brother. This song has and still continues to get me through a lot of hard times. Thank you for this timeless classic.
@Bombshellbiggy
Wow, touché is all I can say! I know he says not to cry but these be tears of joy.
@shondajones9424
This man sung his butt off. I hate when musicians with talent like this gets kicked to the curb.
@andretaylor2501
The full version of this song is DOPE it’s like Over 5 mins long. This song always reminds me of Glenn Lewis - don’t you forget it . Because they came out around the same time.
@mightyspurs21
I've never heard this song, I know the Freeway song this is in though. That Glenn Lewis song is such a good track
@tcrump212IsLmbrJck_t
And all the Stevie wonder influence!!! We were so lucky to resonate these grooves into in existence.
@thafella8127
Was just thinking the same thing as came back to listen to this gem..they both got that same aura about them
@reeskiescola3198
Yup
@Avarice-Zero
You aren't lying. I remember listening to both around that time.
@4everinJuly
For my one and only son who has Autism and turned 21 this year... it's going to be more than alright...I promise.
Love, Mommy💙