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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.
Fuel
Lit Lyrics
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What do they think
You're such a happening player
I don't do this for myself for my enjoyment
I only want to impress you
CHORUS:
You're so amazing to me
You're just so cool it makes me sick
You give me ammunition
You are my gasoline
I hope you stick around cause
You kill me,
You fuel me
Tell me what I need to do
I'll change just for you
I'm just a stupid whore
I don't even listen to this kind of music
I only want to be famous
You're so fun to be with
And someone to be seen with
I'm no one when you're not around
CHORUS 3X
The lyrics of Lit's song "Fuel" portray a person who is desperate to impress and gain approval from someone they admire. The first verse suggests that the person is conscious of the attention they are receiving and wants to know what others think of them, and this obsession with perception is repeated throughout the song. The line "I don't do this for myself for my enjoyment, I only want to impress you" highlights the character's selflessness, indicating that their every action is focused on winning over this individual, and that their satisfaction is derived solely from the approval and validation received from them.
The chorus repeats how amazing and cool this person is in the eyes of the character, declaring that they are their fuel and ammunition, metaphorically indicating that this person is the driving force behind their feelings and behavior. The person is given complete control over the character - they can dictate how they need to change themselves and make them into who they want to be, essentially making them into someone they are not. The character is so desperate for fame and status that they are willing to compromise their identity for this person's approval. The lyrics express how much the person means to them and how they feel worthless without them.
Overall, the song's lyrics display the character's insecurities and the unhealthy nature of their obsession with gaining validation and attention from someone they admire. The song could be interpreted as a commentary on the effects of romanticizing individuals and how easily one can lose themselves and their identity in the process.
Line by Line Meaning
Look around and see who's watching
Be aware of your surroundings and who might be observing your actions.
What do they think
Consider how others perceive you and their opinions of you.
You're such a happening player
You are socially popular and well-liked by others.
I don't do this for myself for my enjoyment
I am not engaging in this activity for personal pleasure, but rather to impress someone else.
I only want to impress you
My sole motivation for my actions is to gain your approval and admiration.
CHORUS: You're so amazing to me
You are incredible and awe-inspiring to me.
How you know everying and
Your intelligence and knowledge are impressive to me.
You're just so cool it makes me sick
Your coolness and attractiveness captivate me to the point of feeling nauseous.
You give me ammunition
You provide me with the means to support me and bolster my image.
You are my gasoline
You are the fuel that propels me forward and helps me achieve my goals.
I hope you stick around cause
I desire for you to remain in my life as a source of inspiration and motivation.
You kill me,
You have a profound impact on me that is both emotionally overwhelming and exhilarating
You fuel me
You inspire and energize me to achieve greater things in life.
Tell me what I need to do
Instruct me on how to better serve and impress you.
I'll change just for you
I am willing to alter my behavior and preferences to better align with your expectations.
I'm just a stupid whore
I feel inadequate and shameful for not being able to win your admiration and attention.
I don't even listen to this kind of music
I am not genuinely interested in this activity, but I am only engaging in it to impress you.
I only want to be famous
My ultimate goal is not to satisfy my own aspirations and desires, but rather to gain public recognition and acclaim.
You're so fun to be with
Spending time with you is an enjoyable and pleasing experience for me.
And someone to be seen with
Being seen in your company is an important factor in enhancing my social status and reputation.
I'm no one when you're not around
In your absence, I feel insignificant and unimportant, as you are the source of my sense of identity and self-worth.
CHORUS 3X
Reiterating the chorus section of the song three times to emphasize the singer's adoration and dependence on the person of interest.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALAN JAY POPOFF, ALLEN A SHELLENBERGER, JEREMY A POPOFF, KEVIN R BALDES
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