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1) Lit, a pop punk/alternative rock band
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Lit is a pop punk/alternative rock band, based in Fullerton, California, United States. They had several hits singles in the 1990s and early 2000s including My Own Worst Enemy, Miserable, Zip-Lock, Over My Head, Lipstick and Bruises, Addicted, Looks Like They Were Right and Times Like This.
The band was formed in 1990 as a metal-oriented band, under the name "Razzle", and gained a large following. A few years later, the group changed its name to "Stain", but due to another band owning the name, it changed its name to "Lit" in 1996. The group shot to stardom with the platinum album A Place in the Sun in 1999. A Place In The Sun yielded the smash single "My Own Worst Enemy," which held the number one position for three months, and received a Billboard Music Award for the biggest Modern Rock Song of 1999. It was followed by "Zip-Lock" (which featured Blink-182) and "Miserable", the latter of which was among the top ten most played songs of 2000 and famously featured Pamela Anderson in the video. The band performed over 286 shows and toured worldwide in support of A Place in the Sun. In addition to the Vans Warped Tour and a coveted slot on Woodstock 1999, the band toured with The Offspring, Garbage, and No Doubt.
Lit followed up A Place in the Sun with the 2001 release of Atomic which gave the band another Top 10 hit with "Lipstick And Bruises"; the album wasn't as successful as "A Place In The Sun". Lit toured to support Atomic with Kid Rock, and Butch Walker. The group asked to be released from their contract with RCA Records shortly after the release of Atomic due to RCA firing Lit's RCA label representative the day of Atomic's release. Lit went on a small, intimate club tour that Fall before releasing the self-titled Lit on the DRT Entertainment label on June 24, 2004. The single "Looks Like They Were Right" made it on the top 40 charts but the album was again largely unsuccessful due to lack of promotion on the label's behalf. That year the group also put out its first long-form DVD called "All Access" on November 16, 2004.
In March 2006, "The Slidebar" restaurant/bar opened in Fullerton, California, of which the band are co-owners.
It was announced on May 5, 2008, that Lit's drummer Allen Shellenberger was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor.
On July 26, 2008, Lit held a benefit for Allen at House Of Blues in Anaheim, CA. A number of bands performed including Sugar Ray and Handsome Devil. No Doubt drummer Adrian Young filled in for Allen on the drums for a few songs. Allen and Adrian also played at the same time for a few songs as well. The show was a great success.
On August 14, 2008, A. Jay and Allen were featured on DJ Rossstar's online show, there the band revealed they were working on "a few new ones." Although the band had not announced anything in regards to a new album release any time soon.
In April 2010 during an interview with OC Talk Radio, Lit hinted they were currently talking with and would return to a major label for their next release. They also revealed they were working on a new management deal as well as performing new material live.
On September 24, Lit had formally revealed on their Facebook page that they were in fact working on a new album. More so, they had already hit the studios and recorded new material. Click the link above for a statement of Bass player Kevin Baldes.
Sadly, in August 2009, drummer Allen Shellenberg passed away due to brain cancer. Shellenberger was only 39 years old.
The band issues this statement:
"To know Al was to know laughter. He had a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone. Words cannot begin to express how much he will be missed. This was our brother and not a day will go by that we won't think about him. Right now we're trying to find the balance of mourning his loss and celebrating his life. Allen has experienced more in his 39 years than most people dream of in ten lifetimes. This is a tremendous loss for us, our fans, and also for Allen's family who took such good care of him during his battle with cancer."
Spirits left in ruins, still A. Jay, Jeremy and Kevin found the wherewithal to make the music. With the help of a new drummer, Nathan Walker and guitarist/keyboardist Ryan Gillmor, the band stepped into the studio less than a year later and would bro down for the tracking with artist/producer Butch Walker in 2011, who had recently helmed records by Panic! At The Disco, Avril Lavigne and Weezer, along writing credits on countless hits. Lit emerged victorious and not worse for the ware with a handful of brilliant new songs.
The body of work, a sixth album appropriately titled, The View From The Bottom, mixed by Joe Zook (Katy Perry, The Hives, One Republic, Pink) tangibly tells the story of Lit's in between days with tracks like, "The Broken" and most poignantly, "Here's To Us," but the new record is not without its lighter, Big Rock Moments- reference the absolutely monolithic kick-starter, "C'mon" and the equally tremendous "You Tonight," co-written by Marti Frederiksen whose collabs include Aerosmith, Ozzy Osbourne, Mick Jagger, and Carrie Underwood among others, not to mention the glam stomper, "Same Shit, Different Drink," (co-written with Walker).
These Are the Days (2015–2021)
On October 1, 2015, the band announced that they had been working on new music at SoundStage in Nashville, Tennessee. The band released their sixth album, These Are the Days, on December 15, 2017. Lit's song "My Own Worst Enemy" went double platinum on May 8, 2020.
On June 12, 2020, the band released their first live album Live in NY, 99, which was taken from their performance at Woodstock '99. On July 3, 2020, they released a video for a rare song called "Get Back", which was originally recorded in 2004.
The band released a new single titled "Yeah Yeah Yeah" on October 25, 2021.
Tastes Like Gold (2022-current)
Lit announced their seventh studio album Tastes Like Gold on April 8, 2022 and released the song "Kicked Off The Plane" that same day. The album was released through Round Hill Records on June 17 and featured a pure alternative rock sound. Lit joined Bowling for Soup in April for Europe's two week Crowd Surf the UK Tour which was originally to take place in 2021. and the following month the Spring Loaded tour took the band across most of the eastern United States.
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Lit Lyrics
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Now you want me to support you like a column
I knew all along that I was awesome
Found myself while I was working did it often
I been down so low sad at the bottom
Go to town steal the show glad I'm uncommon
Shouldn't frown take it slow mad at my problems
Couldn't drown or go below I had to blossom
Fell down the rabbit hole
This that productivity
Hell bound they'll whack a mole
Feeling sensitivity
Well rounded rap my goals
Thinking positivity
Calm down I'll pack a bowl
Pray to find the words to say
I know they'll come around
Make it through the worst of days
I flow well got some sound
Stay true my work on display
They may just turn it down
I turn up without delay
It's lit burn to the ground!
I been down so low sad at the bottom
Go to town steal the show glad I'm uncommon
Shouldn't frown take it slow mad at my problems
Couldn't drown or go below I had to blossom
Ashes left were our love was
You never gave a damn
Promised you one thing my trust
My fault I bought your scam
Flashing back now just because
No this was not the plan
You stole my eyes I'll adjust
She's touching another man
Ex is just that word we use you and I both know us
Next I might ignite the fuse who am I to discuss
Text is just that thing we do you know that I'm still up
Got real checks not broke breaking new I choose to cruise what's up?
I been down so low sad at the bottom
Go to town steal the show glad I'm uncommon
Shouldn't frown take it slow mad at my problems
Couldn't drown or go below I had to blossom
I been down so low sad at the bottom
Sad at the bottom
In Lit's song "Down," the lyrics describe the journey from feeling down in the dumps and forgotten to finding a sense of self-worth and ability to blossom. The opening line, "I remember when you wanted me forgotten," sets the tone for the rest of the song, where the singer gains confidence and independence. The chorus repeats the line "I been down so low sad at the bottom" to emphasize the struggle that the singer has gone through.
However, the lyrics also touch on a painful past relationship, where the singer was deceived and left with nothing but ashes where love once stood. The rap verses echo the struggle and provide insights into how the singer found the strength to move on and flourish despite the hardships.
The final line, "Sad at the bottom," is a poignant reminder of the journey, acknowledging that even though the singer has come out the other side stronger and better, the pain and struggle of the past still affects them.
Overall, the lyrics showcase the power of resilience and finding hope in the midst of difficulty.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember when you wanted me forgotten
You used to want nothing to do with me
Now you want me to support you like a column
But now you need my help and support
I knew all along that I was awesome
Despite your previous feelings about me, I always knew I was great
Found myself while I was working did it often
I discovered myself and my talents through hard work and dedication
I been down so low sad at the bottom
I've been through tough times and felt very low
Go to town steal the show glad I'm uncommon
But I've persevered, worked hard, and made something of myself that stands out
Shouldn't frown take it slow mad at my problems
I don't let my challenges get to me, and I take my time to address them in the right way
Couldn't drown or go below I had to blossom
I refused to let my struggles defeat me, and instead, I found a way to grow and flourish
I got creativity
I am a creative person
Fell down the rabbit hole
I've been in a tough situation
This that productivity
But I've been staying focused and working hard
Hell bound they'll whack a mole
Others might try to bring me down or distract me, but I keep pushing forward
Feeling sensitivity
I'm in tune with my emotions
Well rounded rap my goals
I have a lot of different interests and aspirations, including in music
Thinking positivity
I try to maintain a positive attitude and outlook
Calm down I'll pack a bowl
I have a way to calm myself down, even in stressful situations
Pray to find the words to say
I hope to find the right words to express myself
I know they'll come around
I have faith that things will work out
Make it through the worst of days
I have the strength to get through tough times
I flow well got some sound
My music is good and I have a unique style
Stay true my work on display
I stay true to myself and my craft, and am proud of what I create
They may just turn it down
Others may not appreciate my work or message
I turn up without delay
But I keep going and putting my work out there
It's lit burn to the ground!
I'm passionate and driven about what I'm doing
Ashes left were our love was
Our love is over and all that's left is destruction
You never gave a damn
You never cared about me or our relationship
Promised you one thing my trust
But I trusted you and invested in our relationship
My fault I bought your scam
Unfortunately, I was deceived by you
Flashing back now just because
Looking back, it's only because of my own reflection
No this was not the plan
Things didn't turn out how I wanted or expected
You stole my eyes I'll adjust
You've taken away my perspective, but I'll find a way to keep going
She's touching another man
You've moved on with someone else
Ex is just that word we use you and I both know us
We both know that we were more than that label
Next I might ignite the fuse who am I to discuss
I may be the one to start trouble next, but who am I to judge?
Text is just that thing we do you know that I'm still up
Messaging is just a way to communicate, and I'm still here
Got real checks not broke breaking new I choose to cruise what's up?
I'm doing well financially and creatively, and I'm moving ahead
Sad at the bottom
Overall, I've been through tough times, but I'm still pushing forward
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Chad Avers
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