In 2003 he made his directorial debut with the release of the film 'House of 1000 Corpses' to a lukewarm reception, though it garnered quite a cult-following. Its sequel, 'The Devil's Rejects,' was released in 2005. It was received much better than the first film, even getting the 'thumbs up' from well-known film critic Roger Ebert. Also in his films is his wife Sheri Moon Zombie.
In March 2006, he released his newest album, entitled "Educated Horses". The album was a more stripped down, raw rock record, and quite a departure from the techno-industrial feel of the old Zombie albums. While this change, along with Zombie's change of appearance (he lost the dreadlocks and went back to his natural hair color, blonde), upset many of his fans, it allowed Rob to experiment with his style without deviating from his core fan base.
The new album also featured two new band members. John 5, of Marilyn Manson fame, and Tommy Clufetos, the former drummer for Ted Nugent and Alice Cooper, replaced Mike Riggs and John Tempesta, who had left the band in 2003 to work on other projects.
Hellbilly Deluxe 2, released in February 2010, is the first release where Rob Zombie worked with his full touring band. Previous albums were written and recorded by Rob Zombie himself and a rotating set of musicians. Commenting on the change, Zombie stated, "I've always had a revolving roster of studio and touring musicians, but the three guys in my band now have been on tour with me for years. So we're making it as a band. It's called Rob Zombie, but we're treating it like a band.
His half-brother, Michael Cummings is the lead singer of Powerman 5000.
Sick Bubblegum
Rob Zombie Lyrics
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I keep telling you it's alright
A parallax view that you can't unscrew
When it all just get's so tight
Rock motherfucker
Rock the motherfucker
Rock motherfucker yeah
Rock motherfucker
Rock the motherfucker
Rock motherfucker yeah
Chew it up, spit it out
Sick bubblegum
Blow it up, stick it out
Sick bubblegum
Tear it up, push it down
Sick bubblegum
Shove it in, rip it out
Sick bubblegum
Fireproof stick and I ain't so quick
I just made you think I am
Black numb days and a model hater
Brand new illusion scare
Rock motherfucker
Rock the motherfucker
Rock motherfucker yeah
Rock motherfucker
Rock the motherfucker
Rock motherfucker yeah
Chew it up, spit it out
Sick bubblegum
Blow it up, spit it out
Sick bubblegum
Turn it up, push it down
Sick bubblegum
Shove it in, rip it up
Sick bubblegum
Remember the coup when you hit the loop
A new God in Hollywood
Diamond daze and your locust plays
You wouldn't make it if you could
Rock motherfucker
Rock the motherfucker
Rock motherfucker yeah
Rock motherfucker
Rock the motherfucker
Rock motherfucker yeah
Chew it up, spit it out
Sick bubblegum
Blow it up, spit it out
Sick bubblegum
Turn it up, push it down
Sick bubblegum
Shove it in, rip it up
Sick bubblegum
The lyrics to Rob Zombie's song "Sick BubbleGum" are a mix of both chaos and attitude. The song is about the intensity of rock music and how it is a salvation, a means to escape from reality. The first part of the song talks about a mechanized head and a God named Zed. The mechanized head refers to a person who is just going through the motions, and Zed is used as a symbol for a higher force. The lines "I keep telling you it's alright" and "a parallax view that you can't unscrew" emphasize the sense of confusion and bewilderment that the singer is feeling.
The chorus of the song, which repeats the phrase "rock motherfucker" over and over again, acts as a call to arms for listeners to let loose and embrace the power of rock music. The following lines "chew it up, spit it out" and "tear it up, push it down" can be interpreted as instructions to take control of one's life and not allow anything or anyone to stand in the way.
Overall, "Sick BubbleGum" is a song about embracing the chaos of life and finding salvation in something as simple as rock music. It is both a celebration of the power of music and a declaration of its importance in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Mechanized head and a god named Zed
The singer describes a robotic or artificial intelligence and a higher being referred to as 'Zed.'
I keep telling you it's alright
The singer reassures someone that everything is okay despite the preceding mention of robotic beings and a god figure.
A parallax view that you can't unscrew
The singer references parallax, a phenomenon where the position of an object appears to change when viewed from different angles, that cannot be undone or fixed.
When it all just get's so tight
The artist feels overwhelmed and constricted when faced with the issues mentioned previously.
Rock motherfucker
A command to rock out and let go of inhibitions.
Rock the motherfucker
An extension of the previous command, encouraging the listener to let loose and embrace the music.
Chew it up, spit it out Sick bubblegum
The singer describes consuming something and then expelling it in a metaphor where it is compared to chewing and spitting out gum that has lost its flavor.
Blow it up, stick it out Sick bubblegum
Another comparison to the metaphorical 'sick bubblegum' from the previous line, this time being likened to inflating and exposing something before removing it with satisfaction.
Tear it up, push it down Sick bubblegum
Destroying or breaking apart something before squashing it further.
Shove it in, rip it out Sick bubblegum
A final metaphorical comparison of forceful insertion and then extraction, referring to the theme of destruction of the previous lines.
Fireproof stick and I ain't so quick
The singer describes a fire-resistant tool or weapon that they possess but admits that they are not very fast.
I just made you think I am
The artist admits to deceiving someone into thinking they are fast or capable.
Black numb days and a model hater
The singer describes dark and unfeeling periods of life and references someone who dislikes models or modeling.
Brand new illusion scare
The singer describes a newly-formed fear or concern that may not be grounded in reality.
Remember the coup when you hit the loop
The singer reminisces or urges to remember when some sort of assertion of power or overthrow occurred when a repeating melody or sound sequence was played.
A new God in Hollywood
The artist refers to a recent or newly-established higher power or key influencer that holds immense power in the media industry.
Diamond daze and your locust plays
The artist describes a period of time that felt surreal or intensely emotional and references a 'locust,' an insect that typically represents swarming and destruction.
You wouldn't make it if you could
The singer expresses doubt that someone could handle the intensity of a certain situation or time period.
Turn it up, push it down Sick bubblegum
Repeating the previous metaphor of destruction, commanding someone to increase the intensity before pushing it to the ground.
Shove it in, Rip it up Sick bubblegum
The final repetition of the metaphor, encouraging the total destruction and removal of the object before compared to gum.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN LOWERY, ROB ZOMBIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@wnmetal666
Rob Zombie explained the meaning of the song title to MSN Music: "'Sick bubblegum'" was a phrase I heard my friend Johnny Ramone use on some VH-1 special about the history of punk. They asked him how he'd describe the Ramones' music, and he said 'bubblegum,' but then he paused and said, 'Sick bubblegum.' I really liked that, so I wrote it down and that's where the song came from."
@shelbymarek3671
Nice
@solonemo4930
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@solonemo4930
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@skywalker7157
Ahhh cool
@Rick-pg8gf
It's what ever you feel about it. What's your thoughts?
@arturomorales966
I am laughing my ass of because I just realized Rob Zombie is one of the few artists who I have enjoyed watching evolve, and if I may say so, has stayed true to his own style.
@RolandRED
That made you laugh your ass off, huh?
@huntertompson6850
Arturo Morales as well as his movies and graphic novels!
@Enrico_Palazzo_opera_singer
I like his style....but come on man...dunkleosteus has evolved more in the last 1000 years compared to Rob Zombie