The band originated in 2005 from a song titled "The Kids" that Aron Erlichman (Deuce) and Jorel Decker (J-Dog) posted on the band's MySpace profile to positive reviews, leading them to form the group Hollywood Undead with their friends "Shady" Jeff Philips, George Ragan (Johnny 3 Tears), Jordon Terrell (Charlie Scene), Dylan Alvarez (Funny Man), and Matthew St. Claire (Da Kurlzz). In an interview with Shave magazine, J-Dog explained that when forming the band "Whoever was in the room at the time and played an instrument was in the band."
The band only took one year working on their debut album, Swan Songs. The other two years were spent looking for a company that wouldn't try to censor the album. They first signed a record contract with MySpace Records in 2005 but they left the label after the label tried to censor their first album. They then signed a contract with A&M/Octone Records and their first album, Swan Songs was released on September 2, 2008 and reached #22 on the Billboard 200 in its first week of release, selling 21,000 copies; which was later on released in the United Kingdom on May 18, 2009 with two bonus tracks. On June 23, 2009, Hollywood Undead released Swan Songs B-Sides EP through iTunes. After 64 weeks, the album fell off of the Billboard Top 200, but returned four weeks later at #174. Since then, it has gone in and out of the top 200, and is currently charting at #199. On July 28, 2009, it was certified gold by the RIAA.
The band released a CD/DVD set entitled Desperate Measures on November 10, 2009. The set includes a CD of six new songs, three of which being cover songs, as well as a previously unreleased remix of "Everywhere I Go", and six live recordings of songs from Swan Songs, and a DVD of a full live performance by the band.The album debuted at #29 on the Billboard 200, #10 on Top Rock Albums, and #15 on Top Digital Albums.
In early 2010, the band announced that singer, Deuce, had left the band due to creative differences. Ragan and Busek later cited arguments over writing credits, and Deuce not wanting to tour, as reasons for the departure. Decker and Terrell also stated that Deuce wanting to bring his own personal assistant for touring caused a rift between members. The band asked long-time friend, and lead singer of Lorene Drive, Daniel Murillo, to fill in for Deuce's role. Murillo had just advanced past the auditions for season 9 of American Idol, but decided to drop out to join the band.
The band soon began writing material for their second studio album; American Tragedy, in mid-2010, with hopes to release it by the end of the year. The first single, "Hear Me Now", released in December 2010. The single reached a peak of number nine on the Heatseekers Songs chart on Billboard, twenty-four on the Billboard's Rock Songs chart, and number twenty on the Alternative Songs chart. On January 21, they released a new song, "Comin' in Hot" available for a free download, and announced that the official release date for the album would be March 8, 2011. but as of February 22, 2011, it was announced that the album has been pushed back to April 5, 2011. On February 6, 2011, the band released another song titled "Been to Hell", for a free download.
American Tragedy turned out to be more successful than their first album Swan Songs, selling 66,915 in its debut week and peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard 200. It has also peaked at No. 2 on many other charts, while also reaching No. 1 on the Billboard's Top Hard Rock Albums chart. The album was also very successful in other countries, making No. 5 in Canada and No. 43 in the United Kingdom.
The band announced in August 2011 that they would be releasing the remix album titled American Tragedy Redux, that would contain both professional and fan remixes from winners of a remix contest. of songs. It was released on November 21, 2011.
Work on a third studio album began in late November 2011, with the band will beginning to write and record demos while on the "Buried Alive" Tour, and heading to the studio to start recording after the conclusion of the tour. The band aimed to return the sound of their first album, Swan Songs, and that their record label had given them full creative control for the album. He also stated that the band hoped to feature more collaborations on the album.
Artistdirect named the band's upcoming album as one of the most anticipated albums of 2012, alongside other bands such as Linkin Park, Metallica, and Black Sabbath. The band revealed that Griffin Boice and Danny Lohner would return to produce the album. They also revealed that they will be upgrading their masks again, like they did prior to the release of their prior album.
On October 19, they released the track "Dead Bite" from the album for a free download, along with a lyric video to it and announcement for the upcoming album's first single. On October 29, the lead single "We Are" was released along with the album title, Notes from the Underground. On December 10, the band released their official music video for "We Are" on their Vevo account on YouTube. The teaser of the video prior the release of the video credit's Slipknot's Shawn "Clown" Crahan as the director the music video.
The album was released on January 13 and sold over 53,000 copies in its first week, charting at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and No. 1 on Canada's Top Albums chart, making it highest charting album by the band.
On April 12, 2014, Johnny 3 Tears posted a photo on his Instagram revealing plans for the band to release a new album in the summer. On October 17, Hollywood Undead's Vevo channel leaked the audio video with a song from their new album titled "Day of the Dead," although it was removed shortly afterwards. The song was later made available on iTunes on October 21, 2014, and officially premiered through Revolver Magazine. It was also revealed that the album will also be titled Day of the Dead.
The second single, titled "Usual Suspects", was released on February 17, 2015. The next single, titled "Gravity," was released on February 24, 2015. The album was released on March 31, 2015.
On July 19, 2017 a song titled "California Dreaming" was leaked. The track was released officially on July 24, as the lead single off their upcoming album Five (stylized as V). On August 25, "Whatever It Takes" was uploaded to the band's official YouTube channel followed by the song "Renegade" on September 29. On October 10, founding member Da Kurlzz "amicably" parted ways with the group to "pursue his own interests". The fourth single, "We Own the Night" was released on October 13. A new video for the song "Black Cadillac" featuring B-Real, was released on December 2.
In an interview with DEAD PRESS! whilst the band were at Reading Festival 2018, J-Dog and Danny confirmed that they intend to release a "heavy" song they've recorded called "Bloody Nose". In the same interview, they also shared their plans to record and release their sixth album in early 2019.
On October 30, 2018, it was announced that Hollywood Undead would release a new EP, PSALMS, on November 2, 2018, including two songs previously released in 2018, "Gotta Let Go" and "Another Level", as well as the previously-announced "Bloody Nose".
Another Level
Hollywood Undead Lyrics
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I got these drugs on the way, c-couple hits then I sway
You better get out the way before I spray that AK
Yo, what the fuck can I say? I'm losing my mind today
Dipped up in that mosh pit, elbows up, let's bust some lips
Acting like I give a shit, roll it up, take a hit
Smelling like that Mary J, hands on that champagne, champagne
Maintain a bad habit like the cocaine
I'm on some other shit, who knows how long it'll last?
My heart is beating out, this shit just creeps up fast
I'm on another level, a level you can't pass
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Li'l bitch
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Shit
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
I got a modern persona made of cocaine marijuana
Fuck you bitch-ass primadonnas, gonna b-b-break you down
I got a whole lot of vengeance deep inside of every sentence
Yeah, I'm just another menace sent to b-b-break you down
And I feel it now, break it down, every time I bleed 'em out
Sixty, six, six, suffocating every count
And I should run, but I don't, let me tell you why I won't
When the devil takes your hand, let me show you what he wrote
I'm so fucking dope
And I'm cleaner than the bottom of a sack of coke
And these motherfuckers talk, but they always choke
Like they're hanging at the bottom of a six-foot rope
Can't stop now, nope, gotta keep going
You can sober up, I'm gonna keep on blowing
Gonna tear it up, gonna burn it down
Then drop that fucking beat now
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Li'l bitch
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Shit
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Here I sit, Sunset and Vine
With an empty bottle and a drinking fine
No woe is me 'cause I ain't got time
Too cold to feel, and I'mma take what's mine
So fuck this club, I'mma rush the line
Gonna get kicked out, gonna rack some wine
And at 5 AM, I'mma make the climb
I'mma take a piss off the Hollywood sign
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Hahaha
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Shit
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
The song "Another Level" by Hollywood Undead appears to be about a wild night of partying and drug use. The singer is losing their mind and has drugs on the way to keep the high going. They are in a mosh pit and ready to get aggressive. They maintain bad habits like cocaine and champagne, and proclaim that they are on another level that no one can pass. The lyrics suggest that the singer is feeling invincible, and may even be teetering on the edge of sanity.
The second verse takes the level of intensity up another notch, as the singer describes themselves as a "menace" filled with vengeance. They take pleasure in taunting those who they see as "primadonnas," and are unapologetic about their drug use. They are so confident in their own abilities that they claim to be "cleaner than the bottom of a sack of coke." The final verse provides a clear picture of the Hollywood setting, with Sunset and Vine being mentioned. The singer is not concerned with being kicked out of clubs, and is even willing to break into the Hollywood sign to urinate off of it.
The song appears to capture the reckless spirit of Hollywood nightlife, with a mix of bravado and self-destruction. The lyrics are not glorifying the lifestyle, but rather painting a picture of the consequences that can come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm losing my mind today, yo, what the fuck can I say?
I feel like my life is spiraling out of control, and I don't know what to do to stop it.
I got these drugs on the way, c-couple hits then I sway
I've turned to drugs to cope with my problems, and even just a small amount can make me feel like everything is okay.
You better get out the way before I spray that AK
If people get in my way, I'm willing to use violence to get them out of it.
Dipped up in that mosh pit, elbows up, let's bust some lips
I'm reckless and don't care about others' safety when I'm in a mosh pit, and may use my elbows to hurt people.
Acting like I give a shit, roll it up, take a hit
Despite appearing like I care about things, I'm really only focused on my personal escape from reality through drugs.
Smelling like that Mary J, hands on that champagne, champagne
I'm using marijuana and champagne to numb myself and take me to a different headspace.
Maintain a bad habit like the cocaine
I'm addicted to cocaine and can't seem to break the habit.
I'm on another level, a level you can't pass
I'm in a state of mind and being that others can't relate to or achieve.
I'm on some other shit, who knows how long it'll last?
I'm experiencing something different and unknown, and it may not be sustainable for long.
My heart is beating out, this shit just creeps up fast
My heart is racing and there are physical effects to the drugs I'm taking.
I got a modern persona made of cocaine marijuana
My personality is formed by and reliant on cocaine and marijuana.
Fuck you bitch-ass primadonnas, gonna b-b-break you down
I have a lot of anger and resentment towards people who I perceive as entitled, and I want to harm them.
And I feel it now, break it down, every time I bleed 'em out
I feel a rush and sense of power when I hurt people emotionally or physically.
Sixty, six, six, suffocating every count
I feel possessed or influenced by evil forces that push me towards destructive behaviour.
And I should run, but I don't, let me tell you why I won't
I'm aware that my actions aren't healthy or sustainable, but I don't want to stop because it feels good now.
When the devil takes your hand, let me show you what he wrote
I feel like I'm making a deal with the devil or inviting negative forces into my life, and I'm ready to show others how that manifests.
I'm so fucking dope
I'm amazing, but it's also a reference to drugs.
And I'm cleaner than the bottom of a sack of coke
Despite indulging in drugs, I still have a sense of superiority over others.
And these motherfuckers talk, but they always choke
Other people talk about their greatness or superiority, but they can't live up to it like I can.
Like they're hanging at the bottom of a six-foot rope
Other people are struggling, and I'm in a position to watch them fail.
Can't stop now, nope, gotta keep going
I feel compelled to keep indulging in drugs and destructive behaviour, even if I understand the risks and downsides.
You can sober up, I'm gonna keep on blowing
Other people can step back and see the error of their ways, but I'm not ready to do that yet - I want to keep getting high.
Gonna tear it up, gonna burn it down
I'm excited to push things to the limit and engage in dangerous, destructive behaviour.
Then drop that fucking beat now
Let's go - I'm ready to move forward and engage with the music and partying lifestyle more.
Here I sit, Sunset and Vine
I'm spending time in a popular area known for its nightlife and revelry.
With an empty bottle and a drinking fine
I'm drinking alone and already feeling the effects.
No woe is me 'cause I ain't got time
I'm not feeling sorry for myself because I'm too busy partying and living it up.
Too cold to feel, and I'mma take what's mine
I'm numb from drugs and alcohol and willing to do whatever it takes to get what I want.
So fuck this club, I'mma rush the line
I'm not impressed with the club scene and want to find ways to break the rules.
Gonna get kicked out, gonna rack some wine
I'm prepared to take risks and push boundaries for the sake of my enjoyment.
And at 5 AM, I'mma make the climb
Even after partying all night, I'm still not done and want to find new ways to have fun.
I'mma take a piss off the Hollywood sign
I'm going to engage in reckless and illegal behaviour because I can, and I want to show off my boldness and fearlessness.
Hahaha
A laugh that shows the excitement and recklessness of the artist.
Shit
An expression of frustration or disappointment, but also possibly just another exclamation of intensity.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Daniel Murillo, George Arthur Ragan, Jorel Decker, Griffin Boice
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mr Meow
Lyrics
I'm losing my mind today
Yo, what the fuck can I say?
I got these drugs on the way
C-Couple hits then I sway
You better get out the way
Before I spray that AK
Yo, what the fuck can I say?
I'm losing my mind today
Dipped up in that mosh pit
Elbows up, let's bust some lips
Acting like I give a shit
Roll it up, take a hit
Smelling like that Mary J
Hands on that champagne, champagne
Maintain a bad habit like the cocaine
I'm on another level, a level you can't pass
I'm on some other shit, who knows how long it'll last?
My heart is beating out, this shit just creeps up fast
I'm on another level, a level you can't pass
[Funny Man & Danny:]
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Little bitch
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Shit
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
[Johnny 3 Tears:]
I got a modern persona
Made of cocaine marijuana
Fuck you bitch-ass primadonnas
Gonna b-b-break you down
I got a whole lot of vengeance
Deep inside of every sentence
Yeah, I'm just another menace
Sent to b-b-break you down
And I feel it now, break it down
Every time I bleed 'em out
Sixty, six, six, suffocating every coward
And I should run, but I don't
Let me tell you what I won't
When the devil takes your hand
Let me show you what he wrote
I'm so fucking dope
And I'm cleaner than the bottom of a sack of coke
And these motherfuckers talk, but they always choke
Like they're hanging at the bottom of a six-foot rope
Can't stop now, nope, gotta keep going
You can sober up, I'm gonna keep on blowing
Gotta tear it up, gotta burn it down
But drop that fucking beat now
[Funny Man & Danny:]
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Little bitch
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Shit
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
[J-Dog:]
Here I sit, Sunset and Vine
With an empty bottle and a drinking fine
They won't know it's me 'cause I ain't got time
The cult is here, and I'mma take what's mine
So fuck this club, I'mma rush the line
I'm gonna get kicked out, gonna grab some wine
And at 5 AM, I'mma make the crime
I'mma take a piss off the Hollywood sign
[Funny Man & Danny:]
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Hahaha
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Shit
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
I'm on another level, I'm on another level, I'm on another level
Casandra Rodriguez
Hollywood Undead never disappoints me
Molly
I saw many comments saying this is not their style or how they miss the old Hollywood undead.They make music because they love doing it and they don't care about the industry, they do whatever they feel like and this is really unique.Every song from them is special because they write what they feel and they have the balls to publish whatever they want.This song is awesome !
Connor Burkett
best comment ever
DerpGamze
This music's always been on another level it's godly
Skyler's Gaming Clips
Whether it be new or old HU, you have to support them no matter the direction they go. Pretty damn sick in my opinion, I hope have a lot more of this coming
ProjectSubie
I’ve been listening to this band since I was young and back in 5th grade and everything they have released I’ve loved
Mars Stone
I love this group for over 10 years. Each of their songs means something to me. When this track came out, I couldn’t hear enough of it. And when the chorus turned on, I constantly shouted: "I'm On Another Level!" And it was this track that gave me my motto in life and I go forward with it. And I'm happy when I listen to this song again and again. But you teaser it before the release of v, and when the album was released in 2017, I was upset that I did not see this track. But 2018 came on! I was happy, thank you for this song.
Listen, I don’t want anything like that. I see you and the people. My friends said it was worth it. I am on a different level. I want to make a lot of sense, and I always need to be "I'm On Another Level." Thank you HU.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCFPz37Vz4I
Nicolás Carranza
Que lindo ver como hollywood undead va cambiando su música a otro nivel como dice la canción los amo chicos!!
Hemids (Ö.Ö)
There will always be songs that some hate and some love. That doesn't mean HU aren't what they used to be 🙏🖤
That's just the amazing thing about Alternative Rock.. Stuff for everyone cuz no song is like another 🔥😍
BloodyMan _
People don’t like it but personaly I love it. It has amazing verses and J3T’s verse is amazing. But I honestly feel like something is missing but overall it’s amazing