Our sound ranges from influences such as Blink 182, Pantera, Pennywise, New Found Glory, Thrice, etc. We currently play shows at least once per week & have been on many national tours. We have toured all over California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Texas, Oklahoma, & New Mexico and have also played on the Vans Warped Tour. We have played with hundreds of bands such as MxPx, Bad Religion, Lagwagon, New Found Glory, Nofx, Good Charlotte, Alkaline Trio, American Hi-Fi, Anti-Flag, Reel Big Fish, Thrice, Slick Shoes, Dogwood, Project 86, etc. We have had feature articles in magazines, TV interviews, airplay on ESPN, and our music featured on various Warner Bros. TV shows. Our music can be heard on many radio stations throughout the US and several of our songs are even ranked 1 in various genres with over 500,000 listens at mp3.com along with monthly advertising in HM Magazine.
Ty plays bass & sings and graduated from Concordia University in Irvine, CA with a bachelor's degree in Biology and is the Orange County district manager for Active Ride Shop. Jeff plays guitar & sings and graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in Communications and is the owner of S.E.A. College Football Scouting. Eric plays drums & has graduated from Long Beach State University with a bachelor's degree in Business and Santa Ana College with an associate's degree in Fire Science and is a Los Angles City firefighter.
Our 1996 album was independently released. Pious Records released our 1999 album. Micah Records released our 2001 album. New School Records released our 4th album entitled "Fluorescent Black" in stores June 7, 2005. We've also released material with many other record labels for various compilation CD's and our DVD debut will be released in June 2009. We are currently looking for a label to release our 5th album.
Sugar Pill
Makeshift3 Lyrics
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You think it's smart to fill your life with the things of this world
Temporary satisfaction
Fleeting at the-
Most of the time is seems so cool
It seems so right
Placebos of you life not filling up that void still leaving you empty inside
Wasting all your life
But all you need is God and spiritual youth
When I'm feeling lonely there's one to show me treasures in life
Pleasure in life
Through prayer and praises I've filled these spaces without ruining my life with sugar pills
Now have you seen it's all a loss?
Without God your soul is lost
Temporary satisfaction found in your ways of life that aren't right
Don't rely on placebos for your strife not filling up that void
Still leaving you empty inside
The lyrics to Makeshift3's song Sugar Pill highlight the dangers of relying on worldly possessions and temporary pleasures to bring fulfillment into one's life. The opening lines caution against the misconception of finding safety and intelligence through the accumulation of worldly goods. The verse continues to warn about the perils of fleeting pleasures and how they can leave one feeling empty inside. The chorus suggests that seeking God and spiritual growth is the key to finding true treasure and pleasure in life without the need for sugar pills or other temporary distractors. It concludes with a powerful message about the ultimate loss of one's soul if they fail to recognize the pitfalls of relying on worldly things for fulfillment.
Overall, the song's message is incredibly relevant, as it serves as a reminder for the audience to evaluate their priorities and not fall prey to the fleeting pleasures that the world has to offer. The band's use of metaphor throughout the lyrics is also noteworthy, as it provides a visual representation of how these sugar pills, or temporary pleasures, can leave one feeling empty on the inside.
Line by Line Meaning
You think it's safe
You believe that it is secure.
You think it's smart to fill your life with the things of this world
You think that the material things in this world are intelligent for your life.
Temporary satisfaction
Short-term gratification.
Fleeting at the-
Passing quickly.
Most of the time is seems so cool
Most of the time, it appears attractive.
It seems so right
It seems to be correct.
Placebos of you life not filling up that void still leaving you empty inside
The substitutes in your life do not fill the emptiness within you, rendering you unfulfilled.
Wasting all your life
Throwing away your entire existence.
Substance abuse
Dependency on substance.
But all you need is God and spiritual youth
However, what you truly require is a connection with God and spiritual purity.
When I'm feeling lonely there's one to show me treasures in life
When I feel alone, there is someone who reveals the riches that existence has to offer.
Pleasure in life
Enjoyment in existence.
Through prayer and praises I've filled these spaces without ruining my life with sugar pills
By expressing gratitude and admiration, I have satisfied these voids in my life without harming myself with bogus remedies.
Now have you seen it's all a loss?
Have you realized that it is all a failure?
Without God your soul is lost
Your soul is destroyed without God.
Temporary satisfaction found in your ways of life that aren't right
Brief satisfaction is discovered in the life choices that are not correct.
Don't rely on placebos for your strife not filling up that void
Do not depend on phony remedies for your troubles, which do not fulfill the emptiness.
Still leaving you empty inside
Nevertheless, it still leaves you unfulfilled within.
Contributed by Elena T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@JamaicanRain
This song is just too perfect with the Takers. Much better than alone!
@gilbertperez1859
es la mejor
@JamaicanRain
@@gilbertperez1859 se me olvido de esta cancion y ahora tengo q escuchar otra vez jaja, graciassssss! (English is my native language, so not using accents is easier for me when on a phone)
@lickmylinguini9938
The Cinematography when this song plays in "Takers" was so amazing, I felt like a baller just watching, definitely gonna envision my future like that.
@Reality_TV
This is one of the sexiest songs in the soundtrack of the movie Takers! I l love it!
@mtdubdachamp6917
Ever since I heard this on takers I fell in love with it. Masterpiece!
@kortniwilliams3950
Right
@dexf80
i was toking an watching takers when the song came on.. the energy took me over and focus went straight to finding the song. i cant believe i haven't heard this previously.. really makes me wonder how much grate music is out their waiting to be discovered
@bobbysmithville
The very same thing happened to Me- the clip of the song- though short- took on a life of its own. I couldn't enjoy watching the rest of the movie until I discovered and heard the rest of the song 👍
@charlesleereygermennutcase4761
I am Mexican and I love this fantastic song great jam awesome movie love you guys RIP Paul Walker