But by 1992's Wasted in America, heavy metal had become commercially passé and Columbia dropped them soon after its release.Jizzy Pearl used himself in a legendary publicity stunt to help album sales. This stunt, with the help of a few others, included Jizzy successfully erecting a cross on the Hollywood Sign and positioned himself on it. Love/Hate moved to the Caliber label and released Let's Rumble in May 1994, an album much more raw than their previous material featuring Darren Housholder on Guitar replacing Jon E. Love. Another label switch, to Mayhem Records, resulted in October 1995's I'm Not Happy featuring the return of Jon E. Love. In 1997 the band released Livin' off Layla. During the Livin' Off Layla sessions Jizzy Pearl left for the first time breifly replaced my Mark Torien of Bulletboys. 1999 saw the release of Let's Eat with Jizzy back on vocals and Joey Gold on Drums
The original lineup reunited for the first time in ten years, on February 24, 2007 at Club Vodka in Hollywood, California to perform their classic record "Black out in the Red Room" in its entirety. The show sold out, with an audience of 1,500
The band continues to play One Off Shows and short tours with 3/4 of the original band.
Don't Be Afraid
Love/Hate Lyrics
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Naturally
Maybe he'll kill you
Maybe she'll slit your throat in ecstasy
Maybe
Noises in your closet
Voices in your head
Maybe you should check
Better call a doctor
Better call a priest
Better call your loved ones
Don't be afraid
Don't be afraid
Sharp knife
Cutter
White skin
Tied and bound
And when they cut you you won't make a sound
Blindfold
Somebody's purring
Strawberry flavored incense is burning
Quicksand's to your neck you say goodbye
Don't be afraid
Don't be afraid
Horseflies
Busy
Nibble on your flesh in the sun
Toilet paper wrapped around you till you're a mummy
Wrapped in shit paper teacher
Whatever happened to eternity
Empty ketchup bottles keep you company
Don't be afraid don't be afraid
Don't be afraid don't be afraid
Don't be afraid don't be afraid
The lyrics to Love/Hate's song "Don't Be Afraid" depict many terrifying scenarios and images that are associated with fear. The first few lines describe the fear of a stranger lurking in the dark and the frightening possibilities that could occur. The lyrics then delve into more graphic and disturbing images such as a person being tied up and cut with a sharp knife, and also being covered in toilet paper until they are wrapped like a mummy. These images are intended to create a sense of unease and discomfort in the listener, as they are often associated with the horrors of torture and death.
The lyrics also touch on the fear of the unknown, such as noises in the closet and voices in the head, which can often feel very real and unnerving. The use of a doctor and a priest as potential solutions to this fear portrays the idea that sometimes we need outside help to overcome our deepest fears. Overall, the repetition of the phrase "don't be afraid" serves to reassure the listener that everything will be okay despite the dark and terrifying images that are presented in the song.
Line by Line Meaning
There's something scary about a stranger in the dark
Being in the dark with a stranger is inherently scary
Maybe he'll kill you
There's a possibility the stranger could harm you
Maybe she'll slit your throat in ecstasy
The stranger could enjoy hurting you
Maybe
Anything could happen
Noises in your closet
Unexplained sounds add to the fear
Voices in your head
Internal fears and doubts make it worse
Maybe you should check
Confirming your surroundings can help ease your fears
Underneath your bed
Checking all possible hiding spots
Better call a doctor
If you're truly afraid, seek medical attention
Better call a priest
Or seek spiritual guidance
Better call your loved ones
Reach out to those who care about you
Don't be afraid
Despite all the fear, try not to let it control you
Sharp knife
A tool for harm
Cutter
Another tool for harm
White skin
A blank canvas for harm
Tied and bound
Unable to escape
And when they cut you you won't make a sound
Helpless to stop the harm being inflicted
Blindfold
Unable to see the harm being done
Somebody's purring
Suggestive of a predator and prey scenario
Strawberry flavored incense is burning
Sensory elements are used to create an ominous mood
Quicksand's to your neck you say goodbye
A feeling of being trapped and doomed
Horseflies
Pests that cause pain
Busy
They won't stop their harm
Nibble on your flesh in the sun
The harm is being done in plain sight
Toilet paper wrapped around you till you're a mummy
The harm is being done for a twisted purpose
Wrapped in shit paper teacher
The person causing harm is in a position of authority
Whatever happened to eternity
A sense of hopelessness and loss
Empty ketchup bottles keep you company
Even in the darkest times, there's often something familiar around
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Carlin Torres
la banda mas desconocida dentro del HARD ROCK.
muy variada.
hipnotica.
fiebre.
sufrimiento.
ROCKNROLL!!!
GREETINGS FROM ARGENTINA!!
Rooster J
When this album came out I learned how to play this song on guitar note for note or at least as close as possible without tabliture. I got asked on stage at a party by a friend of mine who was the singer for the band playing there. We played this song. We pulled it off well. Everybody dug it.
森田拓也
ヴォーカルの声も、すごく魅力的で、 音楽の世界観も大好き!!
TexasWildheartsFan
Their best song -- IMO 🙂
PeteLayburn
Insane guitar solo.
David Vollmar
Love it. I woke with the baseline I'm my head.
Pritty Wynzi
♥️🔥🔥🔥🎼
R Rich
its not rare if you have CDs and Cassettes and vinyl of it! all
David Vollmar
There's something scary 😨 😳 😬 still here.
David Vollmar
Anyone. Bueller? Are you all on dope? 😂❤ Happy-go-lucky BIRTHDAY WEEKEND AMERICA 🇺🇸