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
Everybody Wants You
Puddle of Mudd Lyrics
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Strung on pretension they fall for you at first sight
You know their business, you think it's a bore
They make you restless, it's nothin' you ain't seen before
Get around town, spend your time on the run
You never let down, say you do it for fun
Never miss a play, though you make quite a few
You give it all away when everybody wants you
You crave attention, you can never say "no"
Throw your affections anyway the wind blows
You always make it, you're on top of the scene
You sell the copy like the cover of a magazine
Puttin' on the eyes 'til there's nobody else
You never realize what you do to yourself
The things that they see make the daily reviews
You never get free when everybody wants you
Everybody knows you
Everybody snows you
Everybody needs you, leads you, bleeds you
Nights of confusion and impossible dreams
Days at the mirror, patchin' up around the seams
You got your glory, you paid for it all
You take your pension in loneliness and alcohol
Say goodbye to conventional ways
You can't escape the hours, you lose track of the days
The more you understand, seems the more like you do
You never get away, everybody wants you
The lyrics to Puddle of Mudd's song Everybody Wants You describe someone who is constantly pursued by others due to their fame and success, but ultimately feels trapped and used by those around them. The lines "Strung on pretension they fall for you at first sight" and "You sell the copy like the cover of a magazine" suggest that the person in question is a celebrity or public figure of some kind, and their every move is scrutinized and commodified by those who are drawn to them. Despite experiencing a level of success and attention that many people dream of, the song paints a picture of loneliness and emptiness, with the lyrics "You take your pension in loneliness and alcohol" and "Say goodbye to conventional ways" implying that the person's lifestyle has taken a toll on their mental and emotional well-being.
Overall, the song seems to reflect on the dark side of fame and the pressures that come with it. The lyrics suggest that the person being described is not truly happy or fulfilled, despite the adoration they receive from those around them. The refrain "Everybody wants you" underscores the sense of being constantly pursued and never truly able to escape the spotlight or the expectations of others.
Line by Line Meaning
You see 'em comin' at you every night
People are always trying to get your attention or be near you, day and night.
Strung on pretension they fall for you at first sight
Many people are superficial and shallow; they like you only because of your appearance or reputation.
You know their business, you think it's a bore
You are already familiar with their intentions, which you find tedious and uninteresting.
They make you restless, it's nothin' you ain't seen before
Their predictable behavior makes you feel uncomfortable and anxious, as you have encountered this situation many times before.
Get around town, spend your time on the run
You move around from place to place, and keep yourself busy with various activities in order to avoid being constantly pursued or attached to a particular situation.
You never let down, say you do it for fun
You always stay active, and even if you get tired, you keep telling yourself and others that it is all just for fun and enjoyment.
Never miss a play, though you make quite a few
You never skip an opportunity for having fun or experiencing something new, although sometimes the outcome may not be what you expected.
You give it all away when everybody wants you
You tend to be very generous and always try to please everyone, even at the cost of your own comfort, just because everyone wants your attention and approval so badly.
You crave attention, you can never say "no"
You have an intense desire for attention and admiration from others, and cannot refuse or reject any offer or request because of it.
Throw your affections anyway the wind blows
You tend to easily fall in love or be attracted to anyone who shows you attention, without really thinking or considering if they are worthy of your affection.
You always make it, you're on top of the scene
You are very successful and popular, and always ahead of others in terms of your social status and relevance.
You sell the copy like the cover of a magazine
You know how to present yourself in the best light possible, and manipulate people's perceptions of you, just like a magazine cover persuades people to buy it.
Puttin' on the eyes 'til there's nobody else
You use your charm and attractiveness to mesmerize people, until other aspects of your personality and life become invisible or unimportant in their eyes.
You never realize what you do to yourself
You are not aware or do not care about the harm that your behavior and lifestyle is causing to your own mental and emotional health.
The things that they see make the daily reviews
People are fascinated by your every move and detail of your personal life, and those details become a regular topic of discussion among them.
You never get free when everybody wants you
You feel trapped and suffocated by the constant attention and expectation from others, and cannot find a way to escape or be free from it.
Everybody knows you
Everyone knows who you are, what you do, and what your personality is like, due to your high public exposure and reputation.
Everybody snows you
People often try to deceive or manipulate you, because they know that you are very trusting and easily impressed by them.
Everybody needs you, leads you, bleeds you
People depend on you for their own purposes, and often take advantage of your kindness and generosity at your expense.
Nights of confusion and impossible dreams
You have sleepless nights full of confusion and anxiety, and unrealistic desires or fantasies that cannot be fulfilled in reality.
Days at the mirror, patchin' up around the seams
You spend a lot of time fixing your appearance and hiding your imperfections, because you are afraid of being judged or losing your appeal to others.
You got your glory, you paid for it all
You have gained fame and success, but at the cost of your own freedom, privacy, and personal well-being.
You take your pension in loneliness and alcohol
You cope with your loneliness and stress by drinking alcohol excessively, and not being able to enjoy your life as much as you should.
Say goodbye to conventional ways
You have left behind traditional or conservative values and practices, and adopted a more unusual or unconventional lifestyle and mindset.
You can't escape the hours, you lose track of the days
You are stuck in a monotonous and repetitive pattern of behavior, where time becomes meaningless and your life seems to be running on autopilot.
The more you understand, seems the more like you do
The more you learn about yourself and your surroundings, the more you realize how limited or flawed your thinking and actions are.
You never get away, everybody wants you
You cannot escape or break free from the cycle of seeking validation and attention from others, as it has become an integral part of your identity and lifestyle.
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: WILLIAM H SQUIER
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