After playing out of L.A. for the better part of 3 years, Midnight To Twelve landed their radio single "Slam" on The WB's One Tree Hill. "Slam" quickly started getting radio play after the airing of the show. It hit number one in Colorado and Washington and gained them airplay nationwide. This gained the band national attention and allowed them to leave the city of angels and start touring. "It was crazy getting emails from these fans in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Colorado. These were people in places we had never been who heard our song on the show and them all wondering when are we coming to their cities" said Jon Hartman (Lead Vocals). The band made the decision to hit the road. They bought a bus and converted it into a mini Prevost with 6 bunks, a lounge and of course; surround sound!
“This band is not afraid to put in the work and the sacrifice to make this happen”, says Al Baca (Bass). It is this attitude that has propelled this band to where they are today. After operating independently, Midnight To Twelve’s hard work and dedication began to pay off when in late 2005 the band signed with Kord Records and were immediately sent to the studio to complete a full length album. Multi-Platinum Producer Sylvia Massy-Shivy (Tool, Black Crows, System Of A Down) was brought on board to help produce the album, “King of Spain” which was released in January of 2006.
How Bad
Midnight To Twelve Lyrics
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You're not doing what you're told
So what makes you think that I need
I'm not buying what you've sold
So there you go, leaving it all away
How bad do you want it
Better go and get it
So what makes you think that I don't see
Every time you didn't show
So what makes you think that I'm gonna believe
Every lie you've ever told
So there you go, leaving it all away
The lyrics to "How Bad" by Midnight to Twelve deal with themes of trust, deception, and determination. The singer is addressing someone who has lied and disregarded their advice, implying that they are aware of the person's true intentions despite the lies. The repeated chorus of "How bad do you want it/Better go and get it" suggests that the singer believes this person is motivated by some desire or goal, but may not be taking the necessary steps to achieve it.
The use of the phrase "leaving it all away" at the end of each verse adds a tone of finality and resignation to the lyrics, as if the singer has given up on trying to convince this person to do what is right. The repetition of certain phrases such as "What makes you think" and "How bad do you want it" reinforces the message and makes the lyrics more memorable.
Line by Line Meaning
So what makes you think that I don't see
You assume that I am unaware of your actions
You're not doing what you're told
You're not following instructions or guidance
So what makes you think that I need
You assume that I am dependent on you
I'm not buying what you've sold
I don't believe what you're trying to sell me
So there you go, leaving it all away
You are giving up or abandoning everything
How bad do you want it
How much effort are you willing to put in for your desires?
Better go and get it
You should take action and obtain what you want
Every time you didn't show
Every time you failed to appear or fulfill your obligations
So what makes you think that I'm gonna believe
You assume that I will trust you despite your history of lies
Every lie you've ever told
All of the false statements you have made in the past
So there you go, leaving it all away
You are giving up or abandoning everything
Contributed by Jackson R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.