Cousins Matt Lov… Read Full Bio ↴Mest is a pop punk band from Blue Island, Illinois.
Cousins Matt Lovato and Tony Lovato formed the band together in October 1995. The band's last guitarist, Jeremiah Rangel, joined the band in 1998. Their previous guitarist was Steve Lovato, Tony Lovato's brother. Nick Gigler joined the band in 1997 and has been their drummer ever since.
In 1998, the band self-released Mo' Money, Mo' 40z. Their debut album on Maverick Records, Wasting Time, was released in July 2000 and Destination Unknown in 2001. They toured as an opening band for Goldfinger on July 20, 2002 in Las Vegas and then a few months later, released a DVD called The Show Must Go Off! in January 2003. Later that same year, the band released their self-titled album, which featured the single Jaded (These Years), featuring Benji Madden of Good Charlotte.
In 2005, a tour with Social Distortion was cut short when drummer Nick Gigler required surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome in his wrists which was affecting his drumming. The band's last album, Photographs, was released October 18, 2005.
In 2006, the band announced on their MySpace blog that they had decided to cease performing together.
Their vocalist Tony Lovato released this statement:
Friday, January 13, 2006
"someday ill explain xoxo, sorry to say this is not some sort of joke or something to do with Friday the 13th weird though i didn't even realise it. well when i typed it, it was the 14th. Im in Japan.. we are not turning our backs on our fans.. come on. someday ill explain the reason/reasons. i debated telling everyone but figured its better to be honest and to let the people know that want to see us one last time.. its been 10 years, 5 records and I've seen the world. its been my life. trust me this is harder on me than ANY of you. i wouldn't have changed a thing. I've done and seen more in the past 10 yrs than most people will experience in there entire life. and its because of you guys so thank you. thank you to the people that I've affected with my music and thank you to the people that have affected me through my music. weve had a great run.. i love you all.....Tony"
On March 13, 2008, Tony Lovato posted a bulletin on his MySpace about "Mest's ONE NIGHT STAND," a show that Mest would play at the House of Blues in Anaheim, California, on April 17, 2008. In response, Nick Gigler posted a bulletin through his personal MySpace and confirmed that he would not be taking part, and that he had called Jeremiah Rangel and Matt Lovato, who had confirmed that they would not be appearing with Tony either.
After the one-off "ONE NIGHT STAND" show, Tony decided to rebuild Mest and go on a month long tour, with help from Chris Wilson (Good Charlotte, The Summer Obsession), and his brother and founding member, Steve Lovato (at the time in Room One Eleven). Although Matt showed interest, he and Jeremiah were both reported to be too busy with other commitments to join. Nick and Tony have not been on speaking terms since the band broke up.
Mest went on a European in Spring 2012 with its current members and also toured the US with Escape the Fate and Attack Attack in 2012.
Mest released their album "Not What You Expected" in September, 2013, making it available for free to download from their website. Mest played 3 dates on the Warped Tour 2013
Broken Down is an acoustic album, funded by a Kickstarted project. On November 13, 2013 a Kickstarter was started by Tony Lovato, and was successfully funded December 11. Much of the songs are acoustic renditions of songs from almost all their albums except Mo' Money, Mo' 40z and Not What You Expected.
A 2014 tour is in the works.
Discography
Mo' Money, Mo' 40z (1998, self-released)
Wasting Time (2000, Maverick Records)
Destination Unknown (2001, Maverick Records)
Mest (2003, Maverick Records)
Photographs (2005, Maverick Records)
Not What You Expected (2013)
Broken Down (2014) Kickstarter Project
Current Members
Tony Lovato - lead vocals, guitars (1995–2006, 2008–present)
Richie Gonzales - drums (2010–Present)
Mike Longworth - lead guitar, bass (recording) (2010–Present)
Past Members
Matt Lovato - bass (1995–2006)
Nick Gigler - drums (1995–2006)
Steve Lovato - bass (2008-2012), lead guitar (1995–1998)
Jeremiah Rangel - lead guitar, vocals (1998–2006)
Chris Wilson - drums (2008)
Movin' On
Mest Lyrics
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not that important or at least not to you but I hope
you'll be a friend and I hope you'll give a listen
'cause I'm tryin' to figure out what I've been missin'
Chorus:
you used to live your life a fuckin' lie hah hah hah
you used to live your life for just you and I
but he came in and stole your heart hah hah hah
but I don't care 'cause I'm movin' on and I don't
care it's taken to long (2x)
it's really kind of funny how she walked out 'cause she
didn't even care she was just takin' the right route
one second she loved me the next she walked away
it really made me mad I wanted her to stay
Chorus:
if you ever hear this song I want you to know I
thought of things to say and this is how it go'z
I think you're a bitch and I want you to see remember
all the sex that you promised me
well I don't want none and I don't care and if you try to
come back to me I swear I'll leave you like you left me
your such a fuckin' bitch I want you to see
Chorus:
The lyrics to Mest's song "Movin' On" tell a story about a broken relationship and the emotions that come with it. The singer begins by acknowledging that the story may not be important to others, but they hope that someone will listen and try to understand what they have been missing in their life.
The chorus reflects the singer's feelings towards their ex-partner. They suggest that the person used to live their life pretending, lying to themselves and to the singer. However, another person came into their life and stole their heart, leading them to believe that it was time to end the relationship. Despite this, the singer states that they don't care about the past and are moving on, emphasizing this point by singing it twice.
The second paragraph recounts the moment when the ex-partner walked out of the singer's life. They express their frustration and anger because not only did she leave, but she didn't seem to care at all. The singer reflects on the rapid change in her feelings towards them - one moment she loved the singer, and the next, she chose to leave. This sudden abandonment greatly upset the singer, as they wanted her to stay.
In the final chorus, the singer addresses their ex-partner directly. They mention that if she ever hears the song, they want her to know what they have to say. The singer expresses their anger towards her, calling her a derogatory term and reminding her of broken promises, specifically in regards to their sexual relationship. They firmly state that they neither want nor care about her anymore, and if she tries to return to them, they will treat her the same way she treated them. The singer ends the chorus by repeating their belief that she is "such a fuckin' bitch" and they want her to recognize that.
Overall, "Movin' On" portrays a sense of hurt, anger, and the singer's determination to let go and move forward from a toxic relationship. The lyrics reflect the singer's raw emotions and resentment towards their ex-partner.
Line by Line Meaning
here's a little story that I'm gonna' tell you and it's not that important or at least not to you but I hope you'll be a friend and I hope you'll give a listen 'cause I'm tryin' to figure out what I've been missin'
I have a story to share with you, although it may not be significant to you. Yet, I hope you'll lend me your friendship and listen attentively because I'm trying to understand what I have been lacking in my life.
you used to live your life a fuckin' lie hah hah hah you used to live your life for just you and I but he came in and stole your heart hah hah hah and you thought it was time that we should part
In the past, you lived a false and deceitful life, solely focused on yourself and me. However, someone else entered the picture and captivated your heart, leading you to believe that we should separate.
but I don't care 'cause I'm movin' on and I don't care it's taken too long (2x)
Nevertheless, I am not bothered by this situation because I am moving forward with my life, despite the prolonged time it has taken.
it's really kind of funny how she walked out 'cause she didn't even care she was just takin' the right route one second she loved me the next she walked away it really made me mad I wanted her to stay
It's quite amusing to witness how she abruptly left without any concern, seemingly just following the logical path. One moment she claimed to love me, and the next, she deserted. This truly angered me as I desired her presence.
if you ever hear this song I want you to know I thought of things to say and this is how it go'z I think you're a bitch and I want you to see remember all the sex that you promised me well I don't want none and I don't care and if you try to come back to me I swear I'll leave you like you left me your such a fuckin' bitch I want you to see
If, by any chance, you come across this song, I want you to understand that I pondered the words to express. Here's how it goes: I perceive you as an unkind person, and I hope you realize the broken promises of intimacy. However, I no longer desire any of that and couldn't care less. If you attempt to return to me, I swear I will abandon you, just as you abandoned me. You truly embody the characteristics of an unpleasant and untrustworthy individual, and I want you to acknowledge that.
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