When asked about who or what the attacks in the song are pointed towards, the band answered with their record label, which at the time was MySpace Records. When re-recording the song under the label of A&M/Octone, the band kept the same lyrics.
It peaked at #12 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart and #10 on the Mainstream Rock chart.
The song peaked at #10 on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, #12 on the Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart, and #4 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100. "Undead" was released as a 7" single in the United Kingdom on HMV with "Circles" as a B-side track.
During Super Bowl XLIII, a trailer aired for "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra," which featured "Undead" as the trailer's theme song. The song is also featured in the video games "UFC 2009: Undisputed," and is part of the soundtrack of "Madden NFL 09."
MMA fighter Josh Neer used this song as his entrance music during UFC 101. The song was used in the New York Knicks' 2009-2010 introduction video. The song was used in the NBC telecast of WrestleMania XXV, highlighting the match between The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels. Most recently, the song was used in a television spot trailer for the 2011 remake film, "Conan the Barbarian." The song was also used for Shiima Xion during his run in the indie circuit.
For the 2011-2012 season, the Milwaukee Admirals of the American Hockey League used the song for their pre-game player introductions.
In 2012, Deuce remade the song under the title Nine Lives. This version consists of Deuce performing the original chorus, with a few lyrical changes. Deuce also sings over Johnny 3 Tears' verse, making slight changes to some lines. This track was used as a promotional release for Deuce's debut solo album, Nine Lives.
It was played in October 4, 2017, during a Penguins game against the Blues at the PPG Paints Arena after Paul Stastny scored a goal in the third.
Undead
Hollywood Undead Lyrics
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Undead
Undead
Undead
(Undead)
You better get up out the way
Tomorrow we'll rise, so let's fight today
'Cause we gon' rock this whole place anyway
(Undead)
You better get up out the way
Tomorrow we'll rise, so let's fight today
You know I don't give a fuck what you think or say
'Cause we gon' rock this whole place anyway
Look up and see that motherfucking writing on the wall
When you see J3T thirty deep, he's down to brawl
Fuck the haters I see, 'cause I hate that you breathe
I see you duck, you little punk, you little fucking disease
I got H-U tatted on the front of my arms
The boulevard, brass knuckles in the back of the car
'Cause we drunk-drive Cadillacs, we never go far
But when you see us, motherfuckers, better know who we are
I got one thing to say to punk-asses who hate
Motherfuckers don't know, but you better watch what you say
From these industry fucks to these faggot-ass punks
You don't know what it takes to get this motherfucking drunk
I'm already loud, maybe it's a little too late
Johnny's taking heads off of all faggots who hate
'Cause I'm a God, motherfucker, there's a price to pay
Yeah, I'm a God, motherfucker, and it's Judgment Day
(Undead)
You better get up out the way
Tomorrow we'll rise, so let's fight today
You know I don't give a fuck what you think or say
'Cause we gon' rock this whole place anyway
(Undead)
You better get up out the way
Tomorrow we'll rise, so let's fight today
You know I don't give a fuck what you think or say
'Cause we gon' rock this whole place anyway
I'm getting used to this nuisance of fags who badmouth this music
How fucking stupid and foolish of you to think you can do this
You cowards can't, you never will, don't even try to pursue it
I took the chance, I paid the bill, I nearly died for this music
You make me wanna run around pulling my guns out and shit
You're tempting me to run my mouth and call you out on this, bitch
How ignorant you gotta be to believe any of this?
You need to slit your wrists, get pissed, and go jump off a bridge
What, you can't see the sarcasm in the verses I spit?
What, you think I just got lucky, didn't work for this shit?
Bitch, I've been working at this ever since I was a kid
I've played a million empty shows to only family and friends
What kind of person would diss a band that deserves to get big?
I'd hate to be that person when my verse comes out their kid's lips
That shit's as worse as it gets, this verse is over, I quit
Signed "Charlie Scene" on your girlfriend's tits
(Undead)
You better get up out the way
Tomorrow we'll rise, so let's fight today
You know I don't give a fuck what you think or say
'Cause we gon' rock this whole place anyway
(Undead)
You better get up out the way
Tomorrow we'll rise, so let's fight today
You know I don't give a fuck what you think or say
'Cause we gon' rock this whole place anyway
White boys with tattoos, p-pointing right at you
We're breaking everything, r-rowdy like a classroom
Pack of wolves 'cause we don't follow the rules
And when you're running your mouth, our razorblades come out
B-but you always press and you know I never stress
With Loki DMS, J-Johnny to my left
Got Phantom and the rest who are down to rep the West
I grew up on drive-bys and LA gang signs
So what the fuck you know about being a gangster?
And what the fuck you know about being in danger?
You ain't doing this so you know you're just talking shit
Mad at all of us 'cause every song is a fucking hit
(Undead)
You better get up out the way
Tomorrow we'll rise, so let's fight today
You know I don't give a fuck what you think or say
'Cause we gon' rock this whole place anyway
(Undead)
You better get up out the way
Tomorrow we'll rise, so let's fight today
You know I don't give a fuck what you think or say
'Cause we gon' rock this whole place anyway
(Undead) motherfucking time to ride, ride
(Undead) see you duck when we drive by
(Undead) motherfucking time to ride, ride
(Undead) won't you punks just die, die, die?
(Undead)
The song "Undead" by Hollywood Undead is a hardcore rap/rock track with lyrics that express the band's rebellious attitude towards society and the music industry. The song starts with the repeated chant of "Undead" which is a metaphor for society's outcasts and those who are not accepted by the norm. The lyrics then proceed to talk about how they will rise and fight today, despite what people think or say, and rock the whole place anyway.
Johnny 3 Tears starts by calling out those who hate their music in a vulgar manner and asserts that they will fight any hater who crosses their path. Charlie Scene then steps in and talks about his struggle to make it in the music industry and how he has been working at it since he was a kid, and how it's foolish of anyone to think they can do it.
The lyrics then urge all the "undead" out there to rise up and join them in breaking all the rules and not following society's norm. The chorus is again repeated multiple times to reinforce the band's message to society. Overall, "Undead" is a song that stands for all the outcasts of society who are looking for rebellion and a voice for their struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
(Undead!)
This line is repeated numerous times to emphasize and showcase their rebellious and provocative nature throughout the song.
You better get up out the way, Tomorrow we'll rise so we fight today, And no, I don't give a Fuck what you think and say, Cause we are gonna rock This whole place anyway.
They are declaring themselves as unstoppable and ready to take on anything that comes their way or opposes them without any concern for what anyone else thinks or says.
Now I see that mother Fucker writing on the wall, When you see, J-3-T, 30 deep he's down to brawl, Fuck those haters I see, Cause I hate that you breathe, I see you duck, you little punk, You little fucking disease, I got H.U. tatted on the front of my arm, The Boulevard, brass knuckles In the back of the car, Cause we drunk drive Cadillacs, We never go far, And when you see us mother fucker's, Better know who we are.
They are challenging anyone who opposes them by mentioning their aggressive and violent side while showcasing their gangster lifestyle and identity while driving around their city.
I got one thing to say, To punk asses who hate, Mother fucker's who don't know what, You better watch what you say. From these industry fucks, To these fagot ass punks, You don't know what it takes, To get this mother fucking drunk. I'm already loud maybe, It's a little too late, Johnny's taking heads off, Of all the fagots who hate, Cause I am God mother fucker And there's a price to pay, Get out my gun, mother fucker And it's judgment day!
They are warning anyone who dares to criticize them by mentioning their anger issues and portraying themselves as God-like figures who take pride in violence and aggression, thereby reinforcing their identity as a dangerous gang or cult.
I'm getting used to this nuisance, And all the fags who bad mouth this music, How fucking stupid and foolish Of you to think you can do this, You cowards can't, you never will, Don't even try to pursue it. I took the chance, I played the pill, I nearly died for this music.
They are expressing their disdain towards anyone who demeans their music by emphasizing how hard it is to make music and how they risked their lives for it, thereby reinforcing the importance of their music to them.
You make me wanna run around, Pulling my guns out and shit, Your tempting me to run my mouth, And call you out on this bitch, How ignorant you gotta be, To believe any of this, You need to slit your wrist, Get pissed and go jump off a bridge, What? You can't see the Sarcasm in the verses I spit? What? You think I just got lucky And didn't work for this shit? Bitch. I've been working at This ever since I was a kid, I played a million empty shows To only family and friends.
They are highlighting the absurdity of criticism while showcasing their dedication towards their music by explaining how they faced many setbacks while coming up in the music scene but still remained dedicated due to their passion for music.
White boys with tattoos, We are pointing right at you, We are breaking everything, R-rowdy like a classroom, pack of wolves, Cause we don't follow the rules, And when you're running your mouth, Our razor blades come out,
They are showcasing their rebellious and provocative nature while emphasizing how they are dangerous through their use of weapons, further reinforcing the idea of them as a gang or cult.
Why you always pressing? You know I'm never stressing, With fucking DMS, J-Johnny to my left, Got Phantom and the rest, Who are down there at the west, A grew up by drive-by's and LA gang signs, So what the fuck do you Know about being a gangsta? What the fuck do you know About being in danger? You ain't doing this, So you know you're just talking shit. Mad at all the boys because Every song is a fucking hit.
They are challenging anyone who is critical of them while emphasizing their gangster identity by explaining that they have grown up in tough neighborhoods and have put in the work to get where they are, thereby explaining why they should not be criticized.
Mother fucking time to ride, (Ride) (Undead!) See you duck when we drive by, (By) (Undead!) Mother fucking time to ride, (Ride) (Undead!) Why don't you punks just die (die), (Die) (Undead!)
They are expressing their rebellious and provocative nature by emphasizing their violent attitude, further reinforcing the identity of them as a gang or cult.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jordon Kristopher Terrell, Aron Erlichman, Jorel Decker, George Arthur Ragan, Robert John Daisley, John Michael Osbourne, Randall William Rhoads
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@geraldshort16
Top ten Hollywood Undead Songs:
1.Undead
2.Everywhere I Go
3.Young
4.The Natives
5.No.5
6.Levitate
7.Black Dahlia
8.We Are
9.Scenes For Dummies
10.Circles
Next in line:
11.Dead In Ditches
12.The Diary
13.Dead Bite
Like if you agree with any of this!
@afn7145
Mine:
10. Believe (NFTU)
9. How We Roll (DOTD)
8. This Love, This Hate (SS)
7. Take Me Home (DOTD)
6. Street Dreams (AT)
5. Save Me (DOTD)
4. Coming Back Down (AT)
3. Let Go (DOTD)
2. Sing (DOTD)
1. Pour Me (AT)
Honourable mentions:
- Young (SS)
- Hear Me Now (AT)
- Outside (NFTU)
- Medicine (NFTU)
- Ghost (DOTD)
- Bullet (AT)
@Coolkidkarateman
The Book of rap:
Tupac started it.
Eminem finished it.
Lil Wayne couldn't read it .
Iggy Azalea lost it.
Nicki Minaj sat on it.
Macklemore bought it for 99 cents.
Rick Ross ate it.
Drake left it at the bottom.
Charlie Scene told them all to slit their wrists, get pissed and to go jump off a bridge.
@iris-id7rb
Wait, what?
J-Dog in this - 'cause every song is a fuckin' hit
>fast forward to Usual Suspects
Johnny 3 Tears - Snitches talking shit, 'bout my Hollywood hit song.
Every song has snitches talking shit about it. 10/10
@inemiller3672
Old fans like Deuce. New fans like Danny
True fans like the band!
@justinstokes4426
INE Miller I remember reading this comment 5 years ago. What the fuck.
@edgel0rd533
INE Miller i like Deuce and band xD
@zrlo3555
actually, old fans used to like hu new fans like there music, true fans realize Danny was a better fit and like hu since the beginning.
@xoafallen6239
@@zrlo3555 danny turned HU into a shitty pop band dont tell me hes better😂, but regardless day of the dead was their last good album.
@emyliataylor-savard2992
I LUV the band
@DramaticDreDreGaming
They made a movie called 8 mile about Eminems life. They made a movie called Straight Outta Compton about Dr. Dre and Ice Cube. Where the hell is the movie called Undead about Hollywood Undead!?
@lpscookie2465
Lol Ikr! XD
@markbailey3873
highland and Franklin
@lpscookie2465
***** RIGHT!! 😉