If honesty is what you want .honesty is what you get with CELEBRITY's latest release MINING FOR TWILIGHT (Doghouse Records). Celebrity's story began in 2001 when Lance Black and brothers, Jesse and Matt Fine teamed up with producer Mark Nash to record SLEEP (One Day Savior Recordings). The release of SLEEP turned the heads of several major labels, many of whom offered a few free drinks and plenty of hot air. After unseen promises, Celebrity teamed up with new guitar player Ryan Parrish (ex-Hopesfall) and signed a deal with the indie label Doghouse Records (All American Rejects / The Get Up Kids / Limbeck). In 2003, Doghouse released LOVESICK which, despite receiving great press, struggled to find the right audience. After endless touring, Celebrity came off the road tired and beaten up.
In late 2004, the band began writing songs for MINING FOR TWILIGHT. There were plenty of things to write about. Not only was the road grueling, but front man Lance Black's personal life was rocky as well. During the recording of SLEEP (2001), Black received news that his six-month old son was in need of a heart transplant. After many sleepless and worried nights, prayers were answered and the heart transplant was performed. With a new heart and a new smile, Black's son was home. As years passed, doctors discovered the medicine saving him was also giving him cancer. Black's son went on to win his bout with cancer, but during this struggle, the situation at home suffered. Songs of losing love and finding one's self during the process, naturally, came to the surface.
"I realized in that empty space. Something died that I can't replace. I realized there was nothing left for you." Through his lyrics, Black paints a brutally honest picture of his life during these difficult times. The music itself is equally honest, having been recorded live in the studio. MFT launches you into space, and leaves you floating to ponder the meaning of life's trials. In the end, MFT leaves the listener with hope that contentment can be found in any circumstance.
MINING FOR TWILIGHT contains a bonus DVD, with four videos (three of which the band made themselves, highlighting the band's DIY mentality) and an interview with the band. Check out Celebrity's MINING FOR TWILIGHT, in stores April 18, 2006.
### *This excerpt is from the Doghouse Records website*
Drag
Celebrity Lyrics
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What you came for, and what you saw,
Were two completely different things from the start.
I'll drag myself into a place where things are quiet now.
What you stand for, and who you are,
Will be the only things to get you this far.
In the song "Drag" by Celebrity, the lyrics talk about moving on from a situation where someone has been weighed down by the burden of someone else's expectations. The line "I'll drag myself from underneath the weight of someone else" speaks to the desire to break free from the constraints of others and find one's own path. The next line, "What you came for, and what you saw, were two completely different things from the start" suggests that the situation was never what it seemed, and perhaps the expectations placed on the person were unrealistic or unfair.
The second verse continues with the theme of breaking free and finding quietude for oneself. "I'll drag myself into a place where things are quiet now" suggests a need for solitude and introspection. The line "What you stand for, and who you are, will be the only things to get you this far" reinforces the idea that self-awareness and being true to oneself is crucial for success and fulfillment.
Overall, the lyrics of "Drag" are about the struggle to break free from the expectations of others and find one's own path. They speak to the importance of being true to oneself and finding inner peace.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll drag myself from underneath the weight of someone else.
I will free myself from the burdensome influence of others and take control of my own life.
What you came for, and what you saw,
Were two completely different things from the start.
Your initial goals and perceptions were vastly different, indicating a misunderstanding or deception.
I'll drag myself into a place where things are quiet now.
I will seek a peaceful, tranquil environment where I can reflect and find inner peace.
What you stand for, and who you are,
Will be the only things to get you this far.
Your values and personal identity are the key factors in determining your success and progress in life.
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Rawburt Martinez
every joke landed. the most successful roast in drag race
Edhimself
i agree!!!
Kyle N
yeah bc they couldn't be eliminated lol
Deidre' Thomas
LMAO!! Consistently funny! I loved it!
Gayrab
It helps when you have three queens giving an individual master class. :)
Aeschylus Shepherd
Yes, this was a joy to watch!
chaoschetta
the level of genius behind “Michelle Shoulders” sends me omfg
Jacob McCain
@Samuel You we’re definitely overthinking man lol. He was just saying her face is busted and her best asset is her manly
Shoulders lol because people always call her masculine. Also, Michelle shoulders is just really funny at the same time I believe!
Alex
@TwoBoys Mom No, Bob said that he had to write most of the female contestant's set where as the last guy had everything basically written and the first didn't need too much help. It explains all the Kim Chi jokes that seemed more like insiders because the judges definitely don't really know how clumsy she was on the show.
TwoBoys Mom
@j qui They all write their stuff before they get there..