Wes Scantlin was born in St. Joseph, Missouri. Raised in Kansas City, he attended Park Hill High School. After high school, he started the creation of Puddle of Mudd, now now famous for songs such as "Control", "She Hates Me", and "Blurry". Scantlin got his start in the music business after a copy of his demo was given to a friend producer by the name of Fred Durst. Durst enjoyed the demo, but Wes neglected to take any major steps forward with the band. Later, upon hearing that Scantlin's first attempt at a band had failed, Durst decided to bring Scatlin to California in an attempt to put a new band together.
In California Scantlin met Doug Ardito, an intern at Interscope Records. When Scantlin found out about Ardito's bass playing, they decided to work together. Still in pursuit of a guitarist, Fred Durst contacted a guitarist from his hometown of Jacksonville, Florida, Paul Phillips. Phillips auditioned for the spot in Puddle of Mudd, and upon acceptance, left college to join the band full time. A drummer was also recruited from Jacksonville, however, via creative differences, left the band before it achieved any mainstream media attention.
The name of the band was inspired by the Missouri River flood, where the band in its early days performed and practiced. The large amount of pressure from the equipment left the floor a big "puddle of mud."
Puddle of Mudd is signed to Fred Durst's record label, Flawless Records.
In 2005 two members, Paul Phillips and Greg Upchurch, left the band. Greg currently drums for 3 Doors Down while Paul, now playing in Society Red, left citing creative and personal differences.
Their song "Control" was the official theme song of WWE's Survivor Series pay-per-view event in November 2001, and their song "Nothing Left to Lose" was the official theme song of WWE's Royal Rumble pay-per-view event in January 2004.
Their second album, "Come Clean" spawned 4 hits in 2003 and has sold 5 million albums to date. Their follow up, "Life on Display" spawned 1 hit single and sold 600,000 albums. In 2007, the band released "Famous", which takes a general rock as well as "nu-grunge" approach.
The band is currently working on a live album that is slated for release in 2008.
They have released their fourth album "Songs in the Key of Love and Hate"
Current members of the band include :
Wes Scantlin : Vocal, Rythmn.
Doug Ardito : Backing Vocals, Bass.
Paul Phillips: Lead Guitar
Ryan Yerdon: Drums
Change My Mind
Puddle of Mudd Lyrics
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I'm on the bottom of your shoes
A little piece of shit
I never want to hear you sing
You sound just like a little kid
You're like a journey through the world
Going the wrong direction
But something just ain't feeling right
And I think I'm losing track of time
But you're far away and out of sight
So I can't see straight
I'm going blind
Nothing's gonna change this time
Nothing's gonna change my mind
Don't even turn around
Just look away at everything
I think of all the things I've ever done
I've done to me
You know I did it to myself
So I'll stand up and I'll agree
I'm on the bottom of your shoes
A little peace
Some peace for me
But something just ain't feeling right
And I think I'm losing track of time
But you're far away and out of sight
So I can't see straight
I'm going blind
Nothing's gonna change this time
Nothing's gonna change my mind
The song "Change My Mind" by Puddle of Mudd is a powerful and emotional protest song that expresses disappointment and frustration in a significant other who has proven to be unreliable and deceitful. The lyrics explore a sense of betrayal and abandonment as the singer struggles to come to terms with the fact that the person they once saw as trustworthy has betrayed them. The opening lines of the song, "How could I believe anything you've ever said? I'm on the bottom of your shoes, a little piece of shit," suggest that the singer feels used and worthless, and that their partner has walked all over them without a second thought.
Throughout the song, the lyrics continue to express feelings of disappointment and disillusionment as the singer describes their disappointment in the person they once loved. The lines "You're like a journey through the world, going the wrong direction" convey a sense of hopelessness and despair, as the singer realizes that they can no longer trust the person they once relied on. Despite their pain and despair, however, the singer remains defiant and determined, closing the song with the powerful lines "Nothing's gonna change this time, nothing's gonna change my mind."
Overall, "Change My Mind" is a powerful and emotional song that explores themes of betrayal, disappointment, and resilience in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
How could I believe anything you've ever said?
I have lost trust in you and cannot rely on anything you tell me.
I'm on the bottom of your shoes
You treat me like dirt and have no respect for me.
A little piece of shit
You see me as insignificant and worthless.
I never want to hear you sing
Your voice is unpleasant to my ears and I don't want to hear it anymore.
You sound just like a little kid
Your behavior is immature and childish.
You're like a journey through the world
Being around you is like a never-ending journey that's going nowhere.
Going the wrong direction
Your actions and decisions are leading you down the wrong path.
But something just ain't feeling right
My instincts are telling me that something is wrong.
And I think I'm losing track of time
I am so consumed by my thoughts and emotions that time seems to be passing me by.
But you're far away and out of sight
You are not physically present, but your influence and impact on me is still felt.
So I can't see straight
My vision is clouded by confusion and uncertainty.
I'm going blind
I am losing my ability to see things clearly or make sense of them.
Nothing's gonna change this time
I have made up my mind and nothing can alter it.
Don't even turn around
I don't want to see your face or interact with you anymore.
Just look away at everything
You are avoiding the harsh reality of our situation and trying to escape it.
I think of all the things I've ever done
I reflect on my past mistakes and regrets.
I've done to me
I am the one who has caused myself pain and suffering.
You know I did it to myself
I take responsibility for my own actions and the consequences that come with them.
So I'll stand up and I'll agree
I will acknowledge and accept my faults and shortcomings.
Some peace for me
I want to find inner peace and freedom from this toxic situation.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DOUG ARDITO, DOUGLAS JOHN ARDITO, WESLEY SCANTLIN, WESLEY REID SCANTLIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jory Osiecki
One of the most underrated bands of all time
Joanne J
Heck yea!
Wolfdragon92584
First heard this album around Freshman year (2004-2005). Some songs just transport you back instantly, I can smell the inside of the house and feel the younger sun shining on me.
gmarsh1010
Listen to this everyday man. Keeps me from giving in to the worst decision I ever made in life
Andre Favarato
What was that decision?
Adrian Fayrce
I don't care what reality I'm in: I want my Puddle of Mudd.
LIZZYPOO ASMR
I love this song!
lxxv
You guys are KC boys... I'm sooo close to there, and somehow you ended up my favorite band of all time. I'm 35, so I'm no kid finding his way. I've sampled every great there ever was to be known from the 90's.. Smashing Pumpkins, Nine Inch Nails, Stone Temple Pilots, Pearl Jam, I could do this for days. But YOU guys... You're it. Thank you.
CancerPancake
First time hearing in 2019. Good song
Joanne J
It doesn’t get old lol