Their sophomore album, Suck Out The Poison, was released on October 3rd, 2006, featuring more raspy vocals.It received mixed reviews from long-time fans due to a major difference in vocalist Schuylar Croom's vocals and is still disputed to this day.
In 2009, He Is Legend announced that they will be taking a musical sabbatical in the forest surrounding North Carolina recording studio, Warrior Sound Studio. They also claimed that the material written during this hiatus will be used to create a record "literally made of solid gold (figuratively speaking).The bands latest album, It Hates You was released on July 21, 2009.
*The bands roots reach back into the late 1990's when Adam Tanbouz, Steven Bache, Matt Williams, guitarist McKenzie Bell, and vocalist Schuyler Croom began writing and performing around Wilmington, NC. In 2003, having previously played under the names of Stronghold, No One Wins, and The Uriah Omen, the name He Is Legend was adopted by members Tanbouz, Bache, Bell, Croom, and Williams. After releasing their first EP in June of 2004 entitled 91025, the band signed on with Solid State Records and released their first full length album in November. I Am Hollywood was a massive success and the band immediately began to experience a surge in popularity that extended far beyond their NC roots. After almost two years of extensive touring in the United States and Europe, the band temporarily relocated to California to record their next release. Suck Out the Poison was released on October 3, 2006 and triggered mixed reviews from long-time fans. It was evident, however, that the band believed firmly in the album and as a result were largely indifferent to often cruel criticisms from offended fans. Their confident, care-free response is portrayed in their music video "Attack of the Dungeon Witch" which was released in March of 2007. Soon after the release of Suck Out the Poison, guitarist McKenzie Bell left the band without explanation and was eventually replaced by guitarist Mitch Marlow (previously of Classic Case). Bell later joined the band Bloodjinn.In February 2008, it was announced that Mitch Marlow was no longer a member of He Is Legend, and would be replaced with Worth Weaver. Marlow is now playing guitar for Filter.
Debates abouts whether or not He Is Legend is a Christian group have been fueled by the fact that Solid State Records is a Christian record label. While Croom and other members of the band have claimed to be followers of Christ, the band has made it clear that they are not collectively a Christian band in the FAQ section on their website saying that, "We are in no way a Christian band... We all enjoy music, we all enjoy playing our instruments, so if we had to be classified as anything it would be a 'band' band or 'music' band."
He Is Legend has confirmed that they are not nor ever have been a christian and have since left Solid-State records for NC based Tragic Hero Records.
*[Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/He_Is_Legend]
...Best in Mexico
He Is Legend Lyrics
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That's why I wrote this note
I've joined the writers who believe they have the antidote
So I will go quickly now and leave breadcrumbs on the street
I'll feel much better after I take my maternal leave
Let out a sign, pretend to die
You're going to need an alibi
So just relax, no one will tell
That brings you down
You have got to keep brining me down
It stings me all over again
It's the same dream in the back of my head
I've been collecting stones that I think I'll throw at you
I can't forget your face
I'm sorry dear but that's my cue
I'll be the first to leave
And return with a ring
Just keep your ears open and one day you might hear me sing
Let out a sign, pretend to die
You're going to need an alibi
A broken arm, the same smell
So just relax, no one will know
That brings you down
You have got to keep bringing me down
It stings me all over again, it's the same dream in the back of my head
Lock me up, lock me up, lock me up, lock me up, LOCK ME UP!
No one will know
The lyrics to He Is Legend's "Best in Mexico" are cryptic and open to interpretation. The song seems to be about someone who is struggling with mental illness, possibly depression or anxiety, and has decided to take a leave of absence to deal with their issues. They believe they have found the answer to their problems and plan to leave breadcrumbs to help others follow the same path to recovery. The lyrics also suggest a desire for escape, as the singer pretends to die and sets up an alibi. However, the final lines turn darker, with the repeated plea to "lock me up" suggesting a desire to be contained and controlled.
Overall, the lyrics seem to be grappling with themes of isolation, desperation, and the search for meaning in the face of mental illness. The references to Mexico and a ring add an air of mystery and intrigue, adding to the sense of confusion and chaos that permeates the song.
Line by Line Meaning
There is something wrong with me
The singer recognizes that they have issues.
That's why I wrote this note
They decided to use songwriting as a means of expressing themselves.
I've joined the writers who believe they have the antidote
The singer acknowledges their belief that writing can help them cope with their problems.
So I will go quickly now and leave breadcrumbs on the street
The artist plans to make a quick exit, but provide clues to their location.
I'll feel much better after I take my maternal leave
The artist intends to take time away to regroup and feel better.
Let out a sign, pretend to die
The singer suggests a dramatic exit or performance.
You're going to need an alibi
The singer foresees needing an excuse for their behavior.
A broken arm, the same smell
Suggesting a possible plan for faking their own death.
So just relax, no one will tell
The artist is confident that no one will reveal their whereabouts.
That brings you down
The artist hints at their intentions to harm someone emotionally.
You have got to keep bringing me down
The singer desires to bring someone else to their level.
It stings me all over again
The artist is experiencing painful memories or emotions.
It's the same dream in the back of my head
The singer can't stop dwelling on a particular thought or desire.
I've been collecting stones that I think I'll throw at you
The singer has an intent to harm someone physically.
I can't forget your face
The singer is unable to let go of the memory of someone.
I'm sorry dear but that's my cue
The artist is done with their current situation.
I'll be the first to leave
The artist plans to exit before anyone else.
And return with a ring
The singer plans to come back with a token of their achievement or success.
Just keep your ears open and one day you might hear me sing
The singer suggests that their success will be noticeable.
Lock me up, lock me up, lock me up, lock me up, LOCK ME UP!
The artist expresses a desire to be restrained.
No one will know
The artist suggests that they will not be missed.
Contributed by Riley O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.