1. Drowning Pool is a heavy metal/nu… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 bands by this name:
1. Drowning Pool is a heavy metal/nu metal band from Dallas, Texas formed in 1997 that rose to prominence while playing along with Ozzy Osbourne during Ozzfest. Their 2001 debut album, Sinner, was certified platinum within six months and the video for its first single "Bodies" was frequently aired on various music video channels. After the September 11th attacks the song "Bodies" was infrequently heard on many radio stations due to the sensitivity of those families' loved ones who jumped from the towers. In August 2002 the lead singer of the band, Dave Williams, died in his tour bus of heart failure.
After Williams' death, the band decided to carry on and began searching for a new singer.
In 2003, the band found a new singer in Jason Jones who took place of Dave Williams in the wake of his death. They released the album Desensitized in 2004.
Jason's departure from Drowning Pool was publically announced on June 14, 2005, due to irreconcilable differences. Jones would later join the hard rock band A.M. Conspiracy. Almost immediately, rumours started swirling concerning the new singer's identity, most of them pointing to former SOiL singer Ryan McCombs. Drowning Pool announced that the singer would be formally announced August 25 at the Ozzfest date in Dallas, Texas, where Drowning Pool will do a one off performance on the main stage. On July 20th, website SMNNews received word from close sources that McCombs was indeed the new singer, and that fact was confirmed by McCombs and Drowning Pool alike the next week.
In spring of 2006, Drowning Pool announced that they had parted ways with Wind-Up Records. As of June 30th, Wind-Up's website has been updated to confirm this.
In October 2006, a new song called No More was announced to be released on the Saw III soundtrack, their first track (besides the second version of Rise Up) with Ryan McCombs on vocals.
On February 26, 2007, it was announced that the band has signed a new deal with Eleven Seven Music, after receiving offers from Century Media and Sanctuary Records.[1] It was also confirmed that Drowning Pool will have a new management company, Tenth Street Entertainment, following the group's departure with Paul Bassman of Bass Management.
The band's newest album is, "Full Circle" and was released on July 24th, 2007 nationwide. 2 songs on the album were being produced by Funny Farm Records, owned by Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx and former Beautiful Creatures guitarist DJ Ashba. The remaining tracks have been recorded with Producer Ben Schigel at the Dallas based January Studios.
In January 2008, the band announced that they would be heading out on a North American tour as special guests of Saliva.
The band is currently set to release their newest, self-titled studio album on April 27th 2010 featuring their newest single "Feel Like I Do".
In 2011 Ryan McCombs and Drowning Pool has part ways. Ryan has become the permanent vocalist for SOiL once again.
In 2012 Drowning Pool has announced that new vocalist is Suicide Hook singer Jasen Moreno.
After parting ways with former singer Ryan McCombs, Drowning Pool recruited Moreno to go on the road with them. He made his live debut with the band on July 8 at a show in Ardmore, Okla.
Drowning Pool’s have teamed up with producer Kato Khandwalla for their fifth studio album, the first to feature Moreno. The disc is due out in early 2013.
In 2023 McCombs returned and replaced Moreno as vocalist
Current members
Ryan McCombs - Vocals (2005-2011,2023-Present)
C.J. Pierce - Lead Guitar
Stevie Benton - Bass Guitar
Mike Luce - Drums
Former Members
Jason Moreno - Vocals (2012-2023)
Dave "Stage" Williams - Vocals (2000-2002)
Jason "Gong" Jones - Vocals (2003-2005)
Ryan McCombs - Vocals (2005-2011)
More information on the band's official website: www.drowningpool.com.
2. Drowning Pool (2) was an avant-rock quartet (Andrew Crane on vocals, Adam Elesh on guitar, Brett Smith on bass) from Los Angeles that released the following song collections: Drowning Pool (1986), comprised of recording sessions available previously as their early cassette releases, the double album Satori (Nate Starkman and Son, 1987), the EP Nierika (Viva Records, 1988) and the instrumental album Aphonia (Nate Starkman and Son, 1989). Their music was a mixture of new wave metal, psychedelia, world-music, ambient and industrial.
They changed their name to Mumbles and no traceable appearance has been on record since then.
Sinners
Drowning Pool Lyrics
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Misdirect me
It's all the same to me
Look at all this useless talk
Look at all this useless talk
Look at all this useless talk
Upon the cross
But you don't see
Understand I'm a sinner
Don't corner me
Don't lecture me
Raise your hands
You're a sinner
Is this everything you wanted
Find another dream
You never hear a word I say
You never hear a word I say
You never hear a word I say
So pray
You look at me
But you don't see
Understand I'm a sinner
Don't corner me
Don't lecture me
Raise your hands
You're a sinner
I'm a sinner
Look at all these people in front of me
Look at all these people in front of me
Look at all these people in front of me
Look at all these people in front of me
How
You look at me
But you don't see
Understand I'm a sinner
Don't corner me
Don't lecture me
Raise your hands
You're a sinner
You look at me (you look at me)
Don't corner me
You look at me (you look at me)
Raise your hands
You're a sinner
The lyrics of Drowning Pool's song "Sinner" express the frustration and defiance of someone who feels judged and misunderstood. The first verse talks about how the person is willing to be molded and deceived by others, suggesting a sense of desperation and vulnerability, but also a cynicism toward the idea of free will and self-determination. The repetition of "useless talk" emphasizes the feeling of being talked at rather than listened to or engaged with. The reference to the cross may have religious connotations, suggesting the person's attempts to find redemption or meaning in their life, or it may be used as a symbol of suffering and sacrifice.
The chorus repeats the message of the song's title: "I'm a sinner." This line encapsulates the person's identity as someone who has made mistakes and has flaws, but refuses to be defined or reduced by them. The lines "you look at me, but you don't see" and "understand I'm a sinner" highlight the person's frustration with being judged based on surface impressions or preconceived notions, and their desire to be seen and accepted for who they are. The second half of the chorus calls out others as sinners as well, suggesting that everyone has faults and imperfections, and that hypocrisy and self-righteousness are pervasive.
The bridge introduces the idea that the person is not understood, and that their voice is ignored: "You never hear a word I say." Despite this, the person still urges others to pray, perhaps as a way of finding solace or connection with a higher power. The final verse describes the person's feelings of isolation and being outnumbered by others, which further emphasizes their need for understanding and acceptance.
Overall, the lyrics of "Sinner" convey a sense of defiance, frustration, and searching for meaning and acceptance. While the song may have been written from a personal perspective, its themes are universal, and speak to anyone who has ever felt misunderstood or judged.
Line by Line Meaning
Bend me, shape me
I can be molded and manipulated by anyone
Misdirect me
You can lead me off course without me realizing it
It's all the same to me
I don't care what happens, it makes no difference to me
Look at all this useless talk
I'm getting tired of hearing empty words and promises
Upon the cross
This phrase likely alludes to Jesus' crucifixion as a reminder of the themes of sin and redemption in the song's lyrics.
You look at me
You see me, but you don't really understand who I am inside
But you don't see
You view me superficially and don't see my true self
Understand I'm a sinner
Realize that I am imperfect and flawed
Don't corner me
Don't force me into a situation I can't control
Don't lecture me
I don't want to hear your moralizing or advice
Raise your hands
Admit that you, too, are imperfect and flawed
You're a sinner
You, too, are not morally perfect or without fault
Is this everything you wanted
Are you satisfied with what you thought you wanted?
Find another dream
Maybe it's time to search for a different goal or aspiration
You never hear a word I say
I feel like you're not listening to me or taking me seriously
So pray
Perhaps seeking Divine guidance or intervention is the only hope
I'm a sinner
I'm not perfect and I make mistakes
Look at all these people in front of me
There are so many people around and yet I still feel alone
How
This is likely a cry or a question asking for help in dealing with the struggles of being a sinner.
Lyrics © O/B/O CAPASSO, Songtrust Ave
Written by: David Williams, C.J. Pierce, Michael Luce, Stephen Benton
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@leonsalgeuro
Drowning Pool - Sinner
Bend me! Shape me! Misdirect me!
It's all the same to me
Look at all this useless talk!
Look at all this useless talk!
Look at all this useless talk, it's gotta stop!
You look at me, but you don't see
Understand, I'm a sinner
Don't corner me, don't lecture me
Raise your hand if you're a sinner
Is this everything you wanted?
Find another dream
You never hear a word I say!
You never hear a word I say!
You never hear a word I say, so pray!
You look at me, but you don't see
Understand, I'm a sinner
Don't corner me, don't lecture me
Raise your hand if you're a sinner
I'm a sinner
Look at all these people in front of me
Look at all these people in front of me
Look at all these people in front of me
Look at all these people in front of me, now!
You look at me, but you don't see
Understand, I'm a sinner
Don't corner me, don't lecture me
Raise your hand if you're a sinner
You look at me (You look at me)
Don't corner me
You look at me (You look at me)
Raise your hand if you're a sinner!
@RavenD9510
I always forget how incredible this entire album is until I revisit it again.
RIP Dave
@sarahconner9433
Every single song it's that album is a masterpiece!!!!
@vivi44
Sounds like you got dementia then.
@anthonykealy5877
This is one the most epic most underrated albums ever
@powerhitter033
@@anthonykealy5877 100% Sad that most people just know one of the songs.
@donjon2926
Especially the demos...
@wilykat
Try to imagine Disturbed without David Draiman. It can't happen. That's how it was with Drowning Pool. He was their voice that couldn't be replaced.
@jorgearielutello7666
yea!
@sb49534
totally agree with this 100% you can't change anything original!
@seanwilson531
and try to imagine Killswitch Engaged without Howard f***ing Jones! it's AS IMPOSSIBLE AS IT IS TO UNDERSTAND THE TERMINATOR STORYLINES!
__but no, all these years and i still can't come to like Jessie f***ing Leech!