Blacklite District is originally from the Black Hills of South Dakota, and was founded by guitarist Kyle Pfeiffer, and vocalist Roman James. After years of writing songs and playing live in the Black Hills area, Kyle and Roman were discovered by Grammy Award-winning producer, Stephen Short in early 2011. This brought upon two new members to bring into the equation, bassist Chauncey “CK” Köchel, and session drummer Matt O'Rourke. CK and Matt began rehearsing with the band in the weeks leading up to entering the world’s largest residential recording studio, Sonic Ranch. With producer Stephen Short and engineer Charles Godfrey on board, Blacklite District recorded their 7-track debut album, “This is Where it Ends”, in the summer of 2011.
Following the completion of the album, the band relocated to Los Angeles, and has accomplished a lot in a short period of time. On September 30, the group's first single, "I'm Stil Right Here", debuted at Active Rock Radio in 5 states in the Midwest on X-ROCK 101.1 (KDDX), where it eventually hit the Top 20. On October 28, BLD debuted live at the World Famous Whisky A Go-Go on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood, CA. On 11-11-11, "This is Where it Ends" went on sale to digital retailers and has so far gotten rave reviews.
With a debut album out worldwide, a hit single at radio, and up-coming tour dates, it’s sure to say that this band strives for success. “We look forward to touring and getting our music out there,” says singer Roman James. “We know people are going to dig what they hear, especially if they’re tired of all the generic sounding music being released in todays 'sub-par' music industry.” Blacklite District combines heaviness with catchiness and has a distinct sound that separates them from other bands.
In early 2012, the band began a monumental promotion campaign in support of "This is Where it Ends", which will continue through out the year. The band's second single, "Left Behind", will be released to radio in new markets.
In the fall of 2012, BLD relocated from Hollywood, CA to Orlando, FL after signing a new management deal with famed Creed and Paramore manager Jeff Hanson, and will release a new album in late 2012 on Silent Majority Group/Warner Music Group.
Band Members:
Roman James - Vocals
Kyle Pfeiffer - Guitar
Graham Spillman - Drums
Me Against the World
Blacklite District Lyrics
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I'm gonna watch you burn
I'm gonna take it all away
It's me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesn't matter anyway
It's me against the world
Live and die by the sword
Let me be, cut the cord
You don't want it anymore
Why so serious?
Why try, period?
Yeah, why try period?
Why try?
You know I gotta go alone
You know I always gotta take control
Never gonna stop, we know
Never gonna stop
You know I gotta go alone
You know I always gotta take control
Control, control
It's me against the world
I'm gonna watch you burn
I'm gonna take it all away
It's me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesn't matter anyway
It's me against the world
Risk, no reward
Live and die by the sword
Let me be, cut the cord
You don't want it anymore
Why so serious?
Why try, period?
Yeah, why try period?
Why try?
You know I gotta go alone
You know I always gotta take control
Never gonna stop, we know
Never gonna stop
You know I gotta go alone
You know I always gotta take control
Control, control
It's me against the world
I'm gonna watch you burn
I'm gonna take it all away
It's me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesn't matter anyway
It's me against the world
I'm gonna watch you burn
I'm gonna take it all away
It's me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesn't matter anyway
It's me against the world
I'm better off alone
I'm gonna take control
I feel it in my soul
And you already know
I'm really on a roll
I'm gonna reach my goal
You can't tell me no
I'm better off alone
I'm gonna take control
I feel it in my soul
And you already know
It's me against the world
I'm gonna watch you burn
I'm gonna take it all away
It's me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesn't matter anyway
It's me against the world
It's me against the world
It's me against the world
The lyrics to Blacklite District's Me Against the World express a sense of rebellion and a refusal to conform to society's norms. The repetition of "me against the world" suggests that the singer feels isolated and alone in their mission to take control of their life. The lines "I'm gonna watch you burn/I'm gonna take it all away" imply a desire for revenge or to seize power from those who have wronged the singer.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of risk and reward, with lines like "risk, no reward" and "live and die by the sword." The singer asserts that they are willing to take risks and fight for control, even if it means facing the consequences.
The phrase "why try period?" speaks to a sense of disillusionment and a lack of faith in the traditional ways of achieving success or happiness. The repetition of "you know I gotta go alone/you know I always gotta take control" highlights the singer's determination to achieve their goals on their own terms.
Overall, the lyrics to Me Against the World convey a sense of defiance and a refusal to accept the status quo. The singer is willing to take risks and fight for what they want, even if it means going against the expectations of others.
Line by Line Meaning
It's me against the world
I am facing everything on my own, with no help or support from anyone else
I'm gonna watch you burn
I will see you fail and suffer the consequences of your actions
I'm gonna take it all away
I will remove everything that is bringing you down or holding you back
You get what you deserve
You will receive the consequences for your choices and actions
It doesn't matter anyway
Regardless of the outcome, it will not change the situation or make a difference
Risk, no reward
Without taking a chance or risking something, there will not be a potential for a positive outcome
Live and die by the sword
You have to be willing to face the consequences of your actions, whether positive or negative
Let me be, cut the cord
Leave me alone and let me move on without you
You don't want it anymore
You are not committed to this and are giving up
Why so serious?
Why are you so worried or stressed about this situation?
Why try, period?
Why even bother to put forth effort if you do not believe in yourself or the situation?
You know I gotta go alone
I will have to face this alone, without any assistance
You know I always gotta take control
I need to be in charge of the situation and make my own decisions
Never gonna stop, we know
I will never give up or quit, we both know this
I'm better off alone
I will be more successful and fulfilled without anyone else's influence or interference
I'm gonna reach my goal
I have a specific objective in mind, and I will not stop until I achieve it
You can't tell me no
No one else can dictate my choices or decisions - they are mine to make
Writer(s): Shakur Tupac Amaru, Riperton Minnie, Rudolph Richard J, Greenidge Malcolm R, Schack Carsten, David Hal, Bacharach Burt F, Ware Leon, Fula Yafeu A, Karlin Kenneth
Contributed by Joseph S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ST-qh1td
Im not so sure about some parts but here are the lyrics
Its me against the world
Im gonna watch you burn
Im gonna take it all away
Its me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesnt matter anyway
Its me against the world
Risk no reward
Live and die by the sword
Let me be , cut the cord
You dont want it anymore
Why so serious
Why try peroid
Yeah, why try peroid?
Why try
You know i gotta go alone
You know i always gotta take control
Never gonna stop we know
Never gonna stop
You know i gotta go alone
You know i always gotta take control , control , control
Its me against the world
Im gonna watch you burn
Im gonna take it all away
Its me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesnt matter anyway
Its me against the world
Risk no reward
Live and die by the sword
Let me be , cut the cord
You dont want it anymore
Why so serious?
Why try peroid?
Yeah, why try peroid?
Why try
You know i gotta go alone
You know i always gotta take control
Never gonna stop we know
Never gonna stop
You know i gotta go alone
You know i always gotta take control , control , control
Its me against the world
Im gonna watch you burn
Im gonna take it all away
Its me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesnt matter anyway
Its me against the world
Im gonna watch you burn
Im gonna take it all away
Its me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesnt matter anyway
Its me against the world
Im better off alone
Im gonna take control
I feel it in my soul
And you alredy know
Im really on a roll
Im gonna reach my goal
You cant tell me no
Im better off alone
I better take control
I feel it in my soul
And you alredy know
Its me against the world
Im gonna watch you burn
Im gonna take it all away
Its me against the world
You get what you deserve
It doesnt matter anyway
Its me against the world
Its me against the world
Its me against the world
@turtleinvader2982
I found your songs from rainamator, now I can't stop listening to your songs
@MrGoofydupeS
Same
@dyaron4955
I thought I'm the only one who have this addiction 😂🤣
@jojo123master5
Same
@AlastorGaming666
SAME!!!!!! His songs are the best
@faytol
Same lmao
@ushadaruri167
The only thing blacklite district cannot do is fail to impress thier fans .
You guys are awesome
@treewithoutcontext8943
their*
@NIGHTMARE_20088
@@treewithoutcontext8943 ik it's a mistake but let them be bro
@rinofchrist
Commenting to remind you of this masterpiece. Blacklite Souls unite!