Their follow-up album, Darkhorse (2002) failed to achieve the same level of success, contributing to the band's break-up in 2003. Mazur and Binzer reformed the band in 2007, and released their third album, The Brimstone Sluggers, in 2015. In 2017, Mazur left the band and Binzer changed the name of the band to Crazy Town X.
Bret Mazur and Seth Binzer, who go by the names of Epic and Shifty Shellshock, respectively, started collaborating under the name of "The Brimstone Sluggers" in 1995 in Los Angeles, California, along with Adam Bravin (a.k.a. DJ Adam 12) who preceded DJ AM. However, they did not become serious about releasing any material until much later. By early 1999, Rust Epique, James Bradley Jr (a.k.a. JBJ)., Doug Miller, Adam Goldstein (a.k.a. DJ AM), and Antonio Lorenzo "Trouble" Valli joined the band. Prior to joining the band, Bradley was the drummer for jazz trumpeter Chuck Mangione from 1977 to 1981, and had been a member of the alternative rock band Mary's Danish in the early 1990s. Crazy Town's debut album, The Gift of Game, was released in November 1999, having been recorded earlier that year.
Crazy Town has been noted by journalists and the group itself for its hip hop sound. Their music has also been labeled as rap rock, rap metal, nu metal, and alternative rock. Crazy Town does not consider itself to be a rock band, but rather a hip hop group.
Take It To The Bridge
Crazy Town Lyrics
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Livin' our dreams we like to scream and yell
White boys, be -Boys raised in the gutter
I said when I'd grow up I'd be a bad motherfucker
Nothings gonna stop me now, I'm breaking the rules
I'm gonna do it if it's not allowed
Thought I wouldn't when I would, would when I wouldn't
I did it for the reason everybody said I couldn't
Lets take it to the bridge and jump the fuck down
Fuck it like a clown jump off a building in a bucket
The worst is yet to come, here it comes so bum rush it
Would you jump off a bridge if I told you to
Would you change the way you live if I told you to
Would you jump off a bridge if I told you to
Well take it to the bridge and jump the fuck off [2x]
Are you ready to jump? Are you ready to leap?
Well the head rush is heavy but for many too deep
I ain't said much too many but the words on the street
That were speeding up the world to keep the timing on beat
It keeps reminding everybody who's a pyramid freak
The pyramid eye, the figure inside
The leader that you follow the day that you die
We always bring it live which makes it easy to choose
Ain't now grieving or consoling or singing the blues
So when the levee breaks just remember the drums
And when the levee breaks don't forget how to run
Remember what I've done and everything I say
I'm living proof that you can jump and live to try it again
Would you jump off a bridge if I told you to
Would you change the way you live if I told you to
Would you jump off a bridge if I told you to
Well take it to the bridge and jump the fuck off [2x]
I'm torn like Korn playing follow the leader
In a baggy pair of dickies and a dirty wife beater
Should the rate a CD like a movie in a theater
Should they blame it on me? I say we blame it on you
Or blame it on the world there's no excuse for the things we do
Life's a maze I'll be amazed if I find my way through
One, two, tell me whatchya gonna
You gonna jump off the bridge like I told ya to
That's right, bum rush the stage
Whatchya made of, how much more can you take
Half of my life's been one big mistake
But no ones gonna take my place
One, two, tell me whatchya gonna do
Your gonna jump off the bridge like I told you to
That's right, bum rush the stage
What you made of? how much can you take
Would you jump off a bridge if I told you to
Would you change the way you live if I told you to
Would you jump off a bridge if I told you to
Well take it to the bridge and jump the fuck off [2x]
Monkey see and monkey do
Monkey see and monkey do
Monkey see and monkey do
Don't try to be like me you gotta be like you
If you can hear this your catchin' the contact
If you can hear this your bumpin' the sound
If your in the earshot your catchin' the contact
If you can hear this your bumpin' the sound
Jump off a bridge if I told you to
Jump off a bridge if I told you to
Take it to the bridge and jump
"Crazy Town's Take It To The Bridge" is a song that encourages breaking the rules and living life on the edge. The first verse introduces us to the white boys, be-boys raised in the gutter, who are living their dreams and aren't going to let anyone stop them. They're going to break the rules and do whatever they want, even if it's not allowed. The chorus asks if the listener would jump off a bridge if told to do so and encourages them to take it to the bridge and jump the f*** off.
The second verse talks about the pressures of following a leader and being a part of the pyramid, but they're not going to fall in line. They're going to do their own thing and show that you can jump and live to try it again. The bridge of the song emphasizes that you should be yourself and not try to be like someone else. If you're catching the contact and bumping the sound, then you're doing it right.
Line by Line Meaning
Tripple X bottle, role models from hell
We engage in reckless behavior and our idols are not positive influences.
Livin' our dreams we like to scream and yell
We live life to the fullest and express ourselves loudly.
White boys, be-Boys raised in the gutter
We grew up in a rough environment and it has influenced who we are today.
I said when I'd grow up I'd be a bad motherfucker
I always knew I would be a tough, fearless person.
Nothings gonna stop me now, I'm breaking the rules
I am unstoppable and will break any rules to achieve my goals.
I'm gonna do it if it's not allowed
I will do what I want even if it's forbidden.
Thought I wouldn't when I would, would when I wouldn't
People doubted me, but I proved them wrong by doing it.
I did it for the reason everybody said I couldn't
I did it to prove everyone who doubted me wrong.
I'm putting my best foot down like what now
I'm standing up for myself and challenging anyone who tries to bring me down.
Lets take it to the bridge and jump the fuck down
Let's take a risk and jump into the unknown.
Fuck it like a clown jump off a building in a bucket
Let's take it to the extreme, like a clown jumping off a building in a small bucket.
The worst is yet to come, here it comes so bum rush it
There may be even more challenges to come, but we will face them head-on.
Would you jump off a bridge if I told you to
Would you blindly follow someone's orders even if it's dangerous?
Well take it to the bridge and jump the fuck off [2x]
Let's take a risk and embrace the unknown.
Are you ready to jump? Are you ready to leap?
Are you prepared to take a risk and face the unknown?
Well the head rush is heavy but for many too deep
The adrenaline may overwhelm some, but it's a worthwhile experience.
I ain't said much too many but the words on the street
I haven't spoken about this to many people, but it's a widespread desire.
That were speeding up the world to keep the timing on beat
We are trying to keep up with the fast-paced world that's constantly changing.
It keeps reminding everybody who's a pyramid freak
It serves as a reminder of those who are obsessed with power and control.
The pyramid eye, the figure inside
The symbol of the pyramid represents an all-seeing eye, a powerful figure.
The leader that you follow the day that you die
The person in charge that you follow for life.
We always bring it live which makes it easy to choose
We always live life to the fullest, making it an easy choice for us.
Ain't now grieving or consoling or singing the blues
We aren't mourning or comforting anyone, nor are we sad or depressed.
So when the levee breaks just remember the drums
When things fall apart, remember what it feels like and use it to motivate yourself.
And when the levee breaks don't forget how to run
When things get tough, don't give up; keep going and be resourceful.
Remember what I've done and everything I say
Remember the risks I have taken and the words I have spoken.
I'm living proof that you can jump and live to try it again
I am living proof that taking risks pays off, and you can bounce back even if you fall.
I'm torn like Korn playing follow the leader
I'm conflicted between following others and being a leader myself.
In a baggy pair of dickies and a dirty wife beater
I dress in a casual, grungy way that reflects my upbringing.
Should they rate a CD like a movie in a theater
Should music be as closely scrutinized as movies are in terms of content?
Should they blame it on me? I say we blame it on you
Should people blame me for what I do or blame society for the environment it created?
Or blame it on the world there's no excuse for the things we do
Ultimately, no one is to blame, but we must take responsibility for our actions.
Life's a maze I'll be amazed if I find my way through
Life is complicated and difficult, and it will be impressive if I manage to navigate it successfully.
One, two, tell me whatchya gonna
What are you going to do?
You gonna jump off the bridge like I told ya to
Are you going to take a risk and follow my lead?
That's right, bum rush the stage
Let's take action and confront the situation head-on.
Whatchya made of, how much more can you take
What is your capacity for risk-taking and how much more can you handle?
Half of my life's been one big mistake
I have made many mistakes in my life.
But no ones gonna take my place
Despite my mistakes, I am unique and no one can replace me.
Monkey see and monkey do
People often imitate what they see others doing.
Don't try to be like me you gotta be like you
Instead of copying me, be yourself.
If you can hear this your catchin' the contact
If you can hear this, you are being influenced by the message.
If you can hear this your bumpin' the sound
If you can hear this, you are enjoying the music.
If your in the earshot your catchin' the contact
If you are within earshot, you are being influenced by the message.
If you can hear this your bumpin' the sound
If you can hear this, you are enjoying the music.
Jump off a bridge if I told you to
Would you blindly follow someone's orders even if it's dangerous?
Jump off a bridge if I told you to
Would you blindly follow someone's orders even if it's dangerous?
Take it to the bridge and jump
Let's take a risk and embrace the unknown.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ANTHONY VALLI, BRETT MAZUR, CRAIG HEILMAN, DOUG MILLER, SETH BINZER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Vgplaya89
i love Numetal/rapcore. I dunno why this album flopped, it was awesome. these guys deserved more than one hit.
Wala Lng
They released it in 2003 where pop punk dominating the charts and the rap/nu metal decline
LaMilice
@Wala Lng Meteora was released in 2003, so propably a stretch to say that the nu-metal decline took off that year. The decline propably started around 2005 and was then cemented when LP released Minutes to Midnight. The pioneers of nu-metal shifted style completely and with that put the final nail in the coffin for the nu-metal genre as a whole.
Ghost town guy
@LaMilice It was in the decline. Just us people who genuinely enjoy Nu metal left. All of the trend riding mf's have gone along to new shittier 'music'.
LaMilice
@Ghost town guy How was it in decline in 2003 when Numb and Breaking the Habit were some of the most popular tracks in 2004? Check the charts.
Ghost town guy
@LaMilice To be fair, after hybrid theory they fell off and progressively got more and more poppy. But I digress, just because those were 'top tracks' doesn't mean the genre wasn't in decline. The number of ACTIVE Nu metal bands went way down and rather than the former 'fans' of the genre it was just "hey I know this song by some band on the radio!".
Rooqirulz
Most under rated album of all time!
Citizen Valve
One of the greatest albums in history!
Alexis Ortega
Dude, the bassline! Great song of a great album.
Rooqirulz
love this album... changes the whole "butterfly" outlook of crazytown.... too bad for some reason you can't find it anymore in stores.... and like on itunes... its not available outside US!... c'mon.... darkhorse fans in toronto aswell!