The two musicians formed the Long Beach Dub Allstars with Opie Ortiz (the artist who created most of Sublime's tattoos and several of their album covers)on vocals, guitarist RAS-1 and Miguel, saxophonists Todd Foreman and Tim Wu, Jack Maness and Isaiah Owens on keyboards, and finally DJ Marshall Goodman.
After releasing some singles and compilations, they released their debute album "Right Back" on DreamWorks in 1999. In 2001 they released "Wonders of the World" once again on DreamWorks.
Long Beach Shortbus was formed after the Long Beach Dub Allstars disbanded in 2003 by the two founding members from Long Beach Dub Allstars Eric Wilson and RAS-1.
It Ain't Easy
Long Beach Dub All Stars Lyrics
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It ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
I got the message that you won't be around no more
It kind of got me into a panic
'Cause I don't know if I can take it without you
You know we've done so many things 2gether
But it seems that I'm gonna move on now
But it won't be the same without you girl
It ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
You've got to know it ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
There's a black hole in my heart
From all the times we spent ago
Its here and I wanted to tell you
Call me mellow but standin' alone
'Cause when the green leaves grew between us
The light came shinin' through
I'm becoming a better man because I'm losing you
It ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
You've got to know it ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
It ain't easy when love is runnin' from you,
And you don't even know your own name
Livin' is comin' but you know that the subject will change
It ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
You got to know I ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
You've got to know,You've got to know,You've got to know,
It ain't easy, you know its hard, it so hard
Well girl it ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
The song "It Ain't Easy" is a heartfelt ballad by Long Beach Dub All Stars. The songwriter is speaking directly to someone who has left them, expressing their struggle to come to terms with the loss. The repeated refrain of "It ain't easy, you know it's hard, so hard" emphasizes the difficulty of moving on without this person.
The songwriter reflects on the memories they shared together, acknowledging the pain of losing someone who has been such a significant part of their life. The line "There's a black hole in my heart from all the times we spent ago" is particularly poignant, illustrating the depth of their sorrow.
Despite the pain of the breakup, the songwriter suggests that they are trying to find meaning in the experience. They reflect on how the loss has made them a "better man," suggesting that the struggle and eventual acceptance of the loss has helped them grow and mature.
Overall, "It Ain't Easy" is a moving portrayal of heartbreak and the difficulties of moving on from a significant relationship. The repeated refrain of the song emphasizes the emotional weight of the loss and the struggle to find meaning in the experience.
Line by Line Meaning
It ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
Acknowledging that the situation they are in is difficult and painful.
I got the message that you won't be around no more
Receiving the news that the person they cared about is leaving them.
It kind of got me into a panic
Feeling anxious and uncertain about the future without that person in their life.
'Cause I don't know if I can take it without you
Feeling unsure of their ability to cope without the other person.
You know we've done so many things 2gether
Reflecting on the good times they had together.
But it seems that I'm gonna move on now
Realizing that they have to accept the situation and move forward.
You know that I'm gonna keep on livin'
Deciding to continue living despite the pain of losing someone.
But it won't be the same without you girl
Acknowledging that life will be different without the other person there.
There's a black hole in my heart
Feeling a deep sense of sadness and emptiness.
From all the times we spent ago
Remembering the happy memories they had in the past.
Its here and I wanted to tell you
Feeling the need to express their feelings to the other person.
Call me mellow but standin' alone
Admitting that they may appear calm on the surface but are hurting inside.
'Cause when the green leaves grew between us
Reflecting on the distance that grew between them and the other person.
The light came shinin' through
Despite the pain, finding positivity and hope.
I'm becoming a better man because I'm losing you
Realizing that the painful experience is bringing growth and development.
It ain't easy when love is runnin' from you,
Acknowledging the difficulty of love when the other person does not reciprocate.
And you don't even know your own name
Feeling lost and confused.
Livin' is comin' but you know that the subject will change
Recognizing that life goes on and new experiences await.
You've got to know,You've got to know,You've got to know,
Emphasizing the importance of understanding the difficult situation they are in.
It ain't easy, you know its hard, it so hard
Reiterating the challenge of the situation.
Well girl it ain't easy, you know its hard, so hard
Addressing the other person directly and acknowledging that they are aware of how difficult the situation is for both parties.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GRETCHEN WILSON, WADE KIRBY, THOMAS MCHUGH
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