Lukas first ventured onto the music scene with two Canadian bands, Cleavage (1995-2005) and Rise Electric (2005-2006), which helped prepare him for what was to come. He entered and won the competition television show Rock Star: Supernova (2006) which earned him front man status with Tommy Lee (Motley Crue), Jason Newsted (Metallica), and Gilby Clark (Guns N' Roses). Their band Rock Star Supernova completed an album and a world tour of the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Following the tour, Lukas returned to Los Angeles and began writing and recording new music. The Love and Lust EP (June 2007) was released and he completed the solo acoustic Love and Lust Tour, making over two dozen stops throughout the United States and Canada. The new material was well-received by fans, and the band Stars Down was born (2008-present). After touring with his new band, Lukas began playing local gigs at such southern California hot spots as The Roxy, The Key Club, The Mint, and Viper Room.
The year 2010 kicked off with a mini East Coast tour and Lukas working on his first full length album. Hollywood was released (July 2010) and debuted live at West Hollywood’s famous Viper Room. The all acoustic Hollywood Stripped followed (August 2010). After moving to Nashville, in addition to local and out-of-town gigs, he wrote, recorded, produced, and released six additional recordings. The first three were Seed EP (December 2010), Story Teller (January 2011), and Super, Sex, Magic (February 2011). He also co-wrote, provided vocals, and recorded several music videos for a side-project, Switchblade Glory (April 2011). Lukas released Prophecy (November 2011) and Christmas Collection (December 2011) to complete a very busy year. But he wasn’t finished, releasing the album 8 Days (April 2012) soon after.
Lukas has appeared on many media outlets, including performing live at the 2006 Gemini awards, the CBS television series Rock Star: Supernova (18 million viewers worldwide), Ellen, Regis & Kelly, The Jimmy Kimmel Show, Entertainment Tonight, The Howard Stern Show, and ET Canada.
In addition to his vocal talent, Lukas plays multiple instruments, is a songwriter, producer, actor, and vocal instructor. He currently resides with his wife Kendra in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Celebrity Skin
Lukas Rossi Lyrics
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I'm all I want to be.
A walking study.
So much to die.
Yeah, so glad you could make it
Yeah, now you really made it
Yeah, So glad you could make it now.
When I wake up in my makeup.
Its too early for this dress.
Beautiful darling, hooker/waitress.
They arent sluts like you.
Beautiful garbage, beautiful dresses.
Will you stand there?
Or will you just fall down?
You better watch out what you wish for.
It better be worth it.
So much to die for.
Yeah, so glad you could make it
Yeah, now you really made it
Yeah, So glad you could make it now.
When I wake up.
Can you taste it?
I can feel everything she did.
All I want is hooker/waitress.
Can you stand up?
Or will you just fall down?
You better watch out.
Well I ain't selling cheap.
Well I ain't selling cheap.
The lyrics of Lukas Rossi's Celebrity Skin evoke a deep sense of longing and unfulfilled desires as the singer yearns for a total transformation. The opening line, "Oh make me over," speaks to a craving to reinvent oneself entirely, to shed the old skin and transform into something entirely new. The subsequent lyrics, "I'm all I want to be, a walking study, so much to die," hint at a dissatisfaction with the current state of being and a desire to become something new, something more.
As the song progresses, we see the singer grappling with the realities of their new appearance, struggling to reconcile it with their old life. The line, "When I wake up in my makeup, it's too early for this dress," speaks to a sense of discomfort and unease with the trappings of their new image. The lyric, "Beautiful garbage, beautiful dresses, will you stand there or will you just fall down?" suggests that there is a sense of precariousness to their newfound fame, that it could all come crashing down at any moment.
The song's chorus, "Yeah, so glad you could make it, yeah, now you really made it, yeah, so glad you could make it now," underscores the sense of triumph and validation that comes with achieving celebrity status. This chorus is repeated throughout the song, serving as a constant reminder of the singer's newfound success.
Overall, Celebrity Skin is a powerful commentary on the cost of fame and the desire for transformation. Through vivid imagery and evocative lyrics, Lukas Rossi captures the sense of longing and insecurity that often accompanies the pursuit of stardom.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh make me over.
I want to be transformed into someone who is more impressive or attractive.
I'm all I want to be.
There is nobody else I would rather be than myself.
A walking study.
I am an interesting and engaging person to observe and analyze.
So much to die.
There are so many things worth risking my life for.
Yeah, so glad you could make it
Yeah, now you really made it
Yeah, So glad you could make it now.
I am happy that you could join me and acknowledge my success.
When I wake up in my makeup.
As soon as I wake up in the morning, I have already applied my makeup for the day.
Its too early for this dress.
I am wearing an outfit that is too fancy for the time of day, but I want to show off.
Beautiful darling, hooker/waitress.
I am admiring the beauty and allure of women who work in the sex industry.
They aren't sluts like you.
I am different from those women working in the sex industry, who are not immoral or cheap like you may think they are.
Beautiful garbage, beautiful dresses.
The apparel and fashion trends I choose to wear are still admirable, including clothing that other people may consider to be trashy.
Will you stand there?
Or will you just fall down?
I am asking whether you will stand strong or fail in front of me.
You better watch out what you wish for.
It better be worth it.
So much to die for.
You should be cautious of the things you desire and want in life, because what you think you want most may not be worth dying for.
When I wake up.
Can you taste it?
I can feel everything she did.
When I wake up in the morning, I can still feel the sensations of the sexual experiences I had the night before.
All I want is hooker/waitress.
What I truly desire is the beauty and appeal of women in the sex industry.
Can you stand up?
Or will you just fall down?
I am questioning whether you have the strength and resilience to stand up to my expectations, or whether you will crumble under the pressure.
You better watch out.
Well I ain't selling cheap.
Well I ain't selling cheap.
Be warned that I am not someone who can be bought or sold easily. My worth is not cheap, and I cannot be persuaded by mere money or power.
Contributed by Tyler K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Creda Camacho
Now tell me why are all you Lukas haters watching his performances again??? Cause You can't get enough of Him!!! He is awesome!!!
BillyArtillery
That Hole song is badass. His loss for not knowing the lyrics.
Michael Johns
I liked the vocals! Very Sid Vicious!
SubsterX
Jason's face at 1:31 says it all.
AoshiShinomori
He's got a really interesting voice, but, goddamn... has he even HEARD Celebrity Skin before?
Tina P
lukas has talent...but he's got a long way to go. Dilana's the best choice hands down. She brings it every week. Magni is awesome too, but Dilana fits the best, hands down.
Michael Johns
I liked it!
AmericanGuy85
Well they didn't get to always choose they're songs. They pulled it out of a hat so to speak. So it was an awkward song for a guy to sing really. But he still won the whole thing and became Supernova's singer.
Not a queen--a khaleesi
he wasn't comfortable with the lyrics. he might've just gone blank. but he's still my favorite.
Michael Johns
1:40 on is brilliant!