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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.
You Tonight
Lit Lyrics
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I've been standing here, watching you, watching me
We could skip the get to know you tell me everything
I don't even need to know the truth
'Cause all I wanna do is take a chance on you
The party ain't over but its time to go
Well lock up the bedroom and leave on the lights
I want you to see everything, when I ... you tonight
Take another step a little closer to the edge
I'll be waiting there, just hanging on by a thread
You don't even need to say another word, it's understood
Turn around again, I love the view
And all I wanna do, is put my hands on you
The party aint over but its time to go
Let's slip out the back and I'll drive you home
We'll lock up the bedroom and leave on the lights
I want you to scream out my name, when I ... you tonight
I've been standing here, watching you
And all I wanna do, is put my hands on you
The party ain't over but its time to go
Let's slip out the back and I'll drive you home
Well lock up the bedroom and leave on the lights
I want you to see everything, when I ... you tonight
The party ain't over but its time to go
let's slip out the back and I'll drive you home
well lock up the bedroom and leave on the lights
I want you to see everything,
and i want you to scream out my name,
and i don't want you missing a thing when I ... you tonight
The song 'You Tonight' by Lit begins with an invitation to take a closer look at oneself and the person the singer is watching, with a promise that they don't need to reveal everything about themselves. The singer is already interested in the other person and is willing to take a chance on them. The chorus repeats the offer to leave the party and drive the other person home, lock the bedroom door, and turn on the lights for an intimate experience. The second verse echoes the first, with an even stronger message to take a risk and come closer, with the singer expressing a desire to touch the other person. In the chorus, the singer emphasizes the importance of the other person seeing and experiencing everything to the fullest, with the final line of the song leaving no doubt about the night that lies ahead.
The lyrics of 'You Tonight' paint a clear picture of an intimate encounter between two people who are interested in each other. The singer is confident in his desire and willingness to take risks, while also being considerate of the other person's comfort and pleasure. The repetition of the chorus throughout the song helps to underscore the singer's focus on ensuring that the other person's needs are met and that the experience is mutually enjoyable. The song's upbeat tempo and energetic guitar riffs add to the overall mood of excitement and anticipation.
Line by Line Meaning
Take another look, do you like what you see?
Do you find me attractive? Should we take this further?
I've been standing here, watching you, watching me
I've been observing both you and myself, contemplating our potential chemistry.
We could skip the get to know you tell me everything
We don't have to go through the whole introductory process.
I don't even need to know the truth
You don't have to give me the whole honest truth; just allow me to enjoy the moment.
'Cause all I wanna do is take a chance on you
All that is on my mind right now is taking a risk and being intimate with you.
Let's slip out the back and I'll drive you home
We should exit the event discreetly, and I will transport you to your residence.
Well lock up the bedroom and leave on the lights
We will secure the bedroom and keep a light on, ensuring that we can see everything.
I want you to see everything, when I ... you tonight
I want you to witness everything that is about to happen when we engage in physical acts tonight.
Take another step a little closer to the edge
Move a little closer to me and take a risk.
I'll be waiting there, just hanging on by a thread
I'll be anticipating your move, patiently waiting to be intimate with you.
You don't even need to say another word, it's understood
There's no need for you to speak anymore, I comprehend what you're feeling and thinking.
Turn around again, I love the view
Face me one more time; I admire your appearance.
And all I wanna do is put my hands on you
My desire is to touch you and experience intimacy with you.
I want you to scream out my name, when I ... you tonight
I desire for you to moan and cry out while we engage in physical acts this evening.
I've been standing here, watching you
I've been keeping my eyes on you, observing your every move.
and i don't want you missing a thing when I ... you tonight
I don't want you to overlook any detail while we are intimate.
Contributed by Carson Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Khalid Bell
I will support you guys through and through. Love the music and will spread your album around by word of mouth. That is my promise. Now, where do I find the album?
Serlok Brixe
FYE MIGHT have one ir two of their albums. Unlikely, though. Maybe a used CD store.
44Bioshock
Still listening to Lit in December 2021! This band is truly amazing, I will always be a loyal fan. C'mon people, give these guys the love they deserve
JX Lucas
wow. It was like I'm listening to the radio then this song suddenly popped out, and I like it! And I hurriedly searched this in YouTube. This song is great! :)
Robert Cortez
Which radio station was it?
David Maione
Make Rock Great Again! #LIT2016
HimynameisPible
Amazing song!
Diosa
Saw them live tonight for free <3 EPIC
Mike Brown
i'm jealous
Diosa
mike brown lol they were epic, I had gotten ribs and then watched them live, they even played one of their older songs, you know "My own worst enemy" XD