They were signed to Island Records and went on to release their second studio album Every Six Seconds. Saliva later released their third studio album titled Back into Your System on November 12, 2002 which reached #19 on the Billboard 200. Back into Your System launched one of Saliva's most successful songs, "Always", reaching #51 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #1 on the Modern Rock Chart. Three years after Survival of the Sickest, Saliva released Blood Stained Love Story on January 23, 2007, repeating Back into Your System's chart performance at #19 on the Billboard 200. Its first single, "Ladies and Gentlemen", peaked at #2 on the Mainstream Rock Chart.
Saliva was originally founded in Memphis, Tennessee in September 1996. After competing in the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences Grammy Showcase competition, where they advanced to the final round in New York City, the group self-released their self-titled debut album which sold over 10,000 copies in their region, prompting Island Records to take notice.
Saliva's Island debut Every Six Seconds was released in 2001 and featured the singles "Your Disease" and "Click Click Boom", both of which saw significant play on rock radio and helped bring the band into mainstream popularity.
Back into Your System, their third album, was released in 2002, which included the chart topping hits "Always", and "Rest in Pieces" co-written by James Michael and Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe. The song "Pride" was first given to the fans in a concert in a small bar, but Josey Scott also took some heat during this era for shouting out vulgar remarks about the Dixie Chicks. The band toured in 2003, opening for KISS and Aerosmith. Saliva beat out Billy Idol for the tour.
Saliva then released Survival of the Sickest on August 17, 2004, reaching #20 on the Billboard 200. On May 29, 2005, guitarist Chris D'Abaldo announced he had left the band "for obvious reasons, as the band is not a unit anymore." He then shortly retracted his statement and apologized, declaring on the band's website that "there was a bit of an issue we're working through and we're looking forward to recording a new album later this year". However, the band's website later apologized again for the confusion and confirmed that due to "creative differences", D'ABaldo was in fact leaving the band, but that Saliva was "completely moving forward as planned and [has] our best music ahead of us". D'ABaldo eventually moved on to start the band Smolder. Jake Stutevoss formerly of the band Future Leaders of the World replaced him in Saliva's tour lineup. Stutevoss left the group right before the recording sessions for Ladies and Gentlemen. Jonathan Montoya, formerly of Full Devil Jacket, then became the next permanent member of Saliva.
A new single, titled "Ladies and Gentlemen" was released in November 2006 to radio stations and made it to #2 on the US Mainstream Rock charts. Saliva released the album Blood Stained Love Story on January 23, 2007. It has also been included as the background music for a number of Sony's commercials for the PlayStation 3. It was also made the official Theme song for Wrestlemania 23. The second single released off of the album was "Broken Sunday", which reached #8 on the Mainstream Rock chart, and is frequently on the Sirius top 20 on Octane. Saliva's tour manager Chris stated that the new single off Blood Stained Love Story would be "King of the Stereo".
In an interview with WWE on February 27, Scott said "We're going to go in the studio probably around May and record our next record. If you like "Ladies and Gentlemen" and "Click Click Boom", and more dynamic stuff, it’s going to be an ass-whooping of a record. It’s going to be 45 minutes of ass-whooping!" Saliva toured with Sevendust in South Korea, Japan and a brief stint in Europe until July 2008.
As of April 30, 2008, Octane 20 on Sirius Satellite Radio began playing a new song titled "Don't Question My Heart", featuring Brent Smith from Shinedown. The song can be found on the album WWE The Music, Vol. 8, and was the official television theme song for the ECW brand. Saliva's sixth studio album is titled Cinco Diablo and was released on December 16, 2008. "Hunt You Down" was a song on the album that was then made the official WWE No Way Out 2009 theme song in February 2009.
The band have worked on a reality television show style DVD following the recording of Cinco Diablo and life on the road. In an interview with MJP, Josey was asked if it was a TV Show to which Josey stated "I hope not", and stated that he wanted it more as "a DVD or something for our fans".
Saliva was recently on tour with Pop Evil, Since October, Dead Season, and Aranda. They were scheduled to join the 13th annual SnoCore Tour, but singer Josey Scott had ulcer surgery. Walt Lafty of Silvertide was hired to fill in for Scott for the tour, but Saliva ultimately decided to drop out of the tour, instead of touring with Lafty.
On March 23, 2010, the band released a Greatest Hits album titled, Moving Forward in Reverse: Greatest Hits. "Time to Shine" from said album was used as the official theme song for the "WWE Extreme Rules" Pay-Per-View in 2010.
On 30 August 2010, the band announced the exit of guitarist Jonathan Montoya, saying that they would carry on as a four piece. They had begun recording their latest album, titled Under Your Skin, with Howard Benson.
The band supplied a song titled "Badass" to the Saw 3D soundtrack released on October 26, 2010.
The band released the lead single from their new album Under Your Skin, entitled "Nothing". It was digitally released on February 1, 2011. "Badass" was later released as the second single, and reached No. 26 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Tracks.
At the end of 2011, after 15 years with the band, Josey Scott decided to leave the band to pursue a solo Christian music career.
In early January 2012 it was announced that Bobby Amaru has joined Saliva as the new vocalist. According to Wayne, "he is a 28-year-old singer, songwriter, producer from Jacksonville, Florida who has a GREAT voice and will not only bring some fresh blood into the band but; will also put a new spin on the Saliva sound." Amaru was the front-man of his solo band Amaru, as well as the drummer for Burn Season.
On February 10, 2012, Saliva released a brand new single named "All Around the World" and said to write a brand new album straight after the tour. In addition to "All Around the World", the band has been performing another new song titled "One More Night" on their current tour with 12 Stones and Royal Bliss.
On November 30, 2012, it was announced that the band had just signed a new record deal with Rumbum Records & that after they have finished their current tour, the band will return home to finish writing the new album and begin recording in January for a release date some time in the spring.
On February 5, 2013, Saliva began recording a new album which would later be named “In It to Win It”. “In It to Win It” was to be the bands eighth record (1st with RumBum Records) with producer Bobby Huff, and executive producer Luis Bacardi. Bobby Huff co-wrote Saliva’s single “Badass” and has worked with artists such as Meat Loaf, 3 Doors Down & Cavo.
On April 30, 2013, the band released its first single from the new album, the aggressively anthemic title track “In It To Win It,” which is now available on iTunes. On September 3, 2013, the band released an album "In It to Win It".
On January 22, 2014, a new single "Rise Up" was announced. It was also revealed that "In It to Win It" was an early limited time fan only sneak peek and the band is going to release the new record titled "Rise Up" with the same songs re-arranged.
On April 16, 2016 Saliva announced their new album, titled Love, Lies & Therapy would be released June 10, 2016. Later in May, the group announced they would be supporting the album by taking part of the "Make America Rock Again" tour in the summer 2016 alongside Trapt, Saving Abel, Alien Ant Farm, Crazy Town, 12 Stones, Tantric and Drowning Pool.
In mid-2018, drummer Paul Crosby announced his departure from the band after 18 years. Shortly afterward, bassist Brad Stewart would also depart to focus on other touring and projects. Saliva then released their tenth studio record, 10 Lives, on October 19, 2018 via Megaforce Records. The album was produced by frontman Bobby Amaru and Steve Perreira in Jacksonville, Florida. In 2019, both Crosby and Stewart confirmed their return to the band. Saliva would go on to tour in 2019 as a part of Puddle of Mudd's Muddfest.
In October 2019, former vocalist Josey Scott announced on The Morning Dump podcast that he planned to reunite with Saliva for a tour and a new studio album. This was confirmed by Swinny in an interview with Detroit's WRIF Radio, adding that although "there's nothing on paper," the reunion should take place from 2020 into 2021 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Every Six Seconds. In addition to Scott rejoining, Swinny also suggested that former guitiarist Chris D'Abaldo may also be taking part. In January 2021, it was announced that these plans were put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
On April 16th, 2021, the band released a music video for "After Me" following the 20th anniversary of their second album Every Six Seconds. Also, guitarist and founder Wayne Swinney sat out touring for August, due to testing positive for COVID-19, with Josh Kulack filling in for him.
Lose Yourself
Saliva Lyrics
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Knees weak, arms are heavy
There's vomit on his sweater already, mom's spaghetti
He's nervous, but on the surface he looks calm and ready
To drop bombs, but he keeps on forgettin' what he wrote down
The whole crowd goes so loud
He opens his mouth but the words won't come out
He's chokin', how, everybody's jokin' now
Snap back to reality, oh, there goes gravity
Oh, there goes Rabbit, he choked
He's so mad, but he won't give up that easy, no
He won't have it, he knows his whole back's to these ropes
It don't matter, he's dope
He knows that but he's broke
He's so sad, that he knows
When he goes back to his mobile home
That's when it's back to the lab again, yo
This whole rhapsody
He better go capture this moment and hope it don't pass him
You better lose yourself in the music, the moment
You own it, you better never let it go
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime (you better)
The soul's escaping through this hole that it's gaping
This world is mine for the taking, make me king
As we move toward a new world order
A normal life is boring, but superstardom's close to post-mortem
It only grows harder, only grows hotter
He blows, it's all over, these hoes is all on him
Coast to coast shows, he's known as the globetrotter
Lonely roads, God only knows
He's grown farther from home, he's no father
He goes home and barely knows his own daughter
But hold your nose 'cause here goes the cold water
His hoes don't want him no more, he's cold product
They moved on to the next schmo who flows
He nose dove and sold nada
So the soap opera is told and unfolds
I suppose it's old parter, but the beat goes on
Da da dumb da dumb da da da da
You better lose yourself in the music, the moment
You own it, you better never let it go
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime
You better lose yourself in the music, the moment
You own it, you better never let it go
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime you better
No more games, I'mma change what you call rage
Tear this mother fuckin' roof off like two dogs caged
I was playin' in the beginnin', the mood all changed
I've been chewed up and spit out and booed off stage
But I kept rhymin' and stepped right into the next cipher
Best believe somebody's payin' the pied piper
All the pain inside amplified by the
Fact that I can't get by with my nine to five
And I can't provide the right type of life for my family
'Cause man these goddamn food stamps don't buy diapers
And it's no movie, there's no Mekhi Phifer
This is my life and these times are so hard
And it's getting even harder tryin' to feed and water my seed, plus
Teeter-totter caught up between bein' a father and a prima donna
Baby mama drama screamin' on and too much for me to want to stay in one spot
Another day of monotony has gotten me to the point, I'm like a snail
I've got to formulate a plot or I end up in jail or shot
Success is my only mother fuckin' option, failure's not
Mom, I love you, but this trailer's got to go
I cannot grow old in Salem's lot
So here I go, it's my shot
Feet fail me not 'cause maybe the only opportunity that I got
You better lose yourself in the music, the moment
You own it, you better never let it go
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime
You better lose yourself in the music, the moment
You own it, you better never let it go
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime (you better)
The song "Lose Yourself" by Saliva is a cover of Eminem's original song from the movie "8 Mile". The lyrics describe Eminem's character, Rabbit, as he prepares for a rap battle. He is nervous, but determined to succeed, and he knows that this could be his only chance to make it in the rap world.
The opening verse describes Rabbit's physical and emotional state as he prepares for the battle. He is sweating and feeling sick, but is trying to appear calm on the outside. The stress has caused him to forget some of his lyrics, and he is struggling to get his words out. The crowd is starting to turn against him, and he feels like he is running out of time.
The chorus is a call to action for Rabbit, and for anyone who wants to succeed in life. The message is to fully immerse oneself in their passion and not let anyone or anything hold them back. The verse that follows the chorus continues to describe Rabbit's struggles, but also his determination to succeed. He is facing many obstacles, including his own self-doubt, but he refuses to give up. The song ends with another repetition of the chorus, encouraging the listener to seize the moment and make the most of their opportunities.
Overall, "Lose Yourself" is a powerful anthem about perseverance and determination, delivered with a driving beat and powerful vocals.
Line by Line Meaning
His palms are sweaty
He is extremely nervous
Knees weak, arms are heavy
He is physically showing the effects of his nerves, almost to the point of collapse
There's vomit on his sweater already, mom's spaghetti
His nerves have gotten so bad that he has thrown up
He's nervous, but on the surface he looks calm and ready
Although he is anxious, he is trying to remain composed, though he is still prepared for what is to come
To drop bombs, but he keeps on forgettin' what he wrote down
He is an artist who tends to forget his lyrics when under pressure
The whole crowd goes so loud
The audience is extremely loud and rowdy
He opens his mouth but the words won't come out
He tries to perform, but the nervousness gets the best of him
He's chokin', how, everybody's jokin' now
Everyone knows he has forgotten his lyrics, which makes the situation more embarrassing
The clock's run out, time's up, over, bloah!
He has run out of time, and the lack of lyrics has ruined the performance
Snap back to reality, oh, there goes gravity
He is brought back to the present moment and the realisation of his failure hits him hard
Oh, there goes Rabbit, he choked
The crowd has noticed that he has messed up and the artist is disappointed with himself
He's so mad, but he won't give up that easy, no
He is upset with his mistake, but he's not going to let it defeat him
He won't have it, he knows his whole back's to these ropes
He's aware of his difficult circumstances, but he is motivated to push through this difficulty
It don't matter, he's dope
He knows he has the potential to produce great art
He knows that but he's broke
He is aware of his financial struggles
He's so sad, that he knows
He feels unhappy, but he is not defeated
When he goes back to his mobile home
He lives in a trailer home, which is not ideal for his profession
That's when it's back to the lab again, yo
He returns to his recording studio to work on his craft
This whole rhapsody
His life is like a symphony of events, good and bad mixed together
He better go capture this moment and hope it don't pass him
He needs to seize the opportunity to achieve success in his field
You better lose yourself in the music, the moment
Get fully immersed in the music, music should be the primary focus
You own it, you better never let it go
He must hold on to this moment because it might never come again
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
You have to take advantage of the chance to succeed when it arises because you may never have another opportunity
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime (you better)
This one shot is rare and should not be missed.
The soul's escaping through this hole that it's gaping
His inner self is being exposed to the world, whether he likes it or not
This world is mine for the taking, make me king
He wants to conquer the world, have complete control and be a ruling figure
As we move toward a new world order
The world is progressing towards a new era, and he wants to be a part of it
A normal life is boring, but superstardom's close to post-mortem
Ordinary life is dull, but he wants to be a superstar, even to the point of being remembered after his death
It only grows harder, only grows hotter
As he progresses, competition gets tighter and the pressure heats up
He blows, it's all over, these hoes is all on him
If he doesn't succeed, he's finished, and the women who were once interested will all desert him
Coast to coast shows, he's known as the globetrotter
He becomes famous and tours the world
Lonely roads, God only knows
The path to success can be lonely and unpredictable, and God is the only one who knows the outcome
He's grown farther from home, he's no father
He has gone distant from his loved ones and familial responsibilities
He goes home and barely knows his own daughter
His absence from home life has made him a stranger to his daughter
But hold your nose 'cause here goes the cold water
He is preparing to confront the harsh reality of his circumstances
His hoes don't want him no more, he's cold product
Because of his failures, he loses the interest of people who used to pursue him
They moved on to the next schmo who flows
The people who were once interested in him have moved on to someone better
He nose dove and sold nada
He has failed and everything seems to be gone
So the soap opera is told and unfolds
This is a narrative of life as it happens, with all the twists and turns
I suppose it's old parter, but the beat goes on
This kind of story is almost cliché, however, life still goes on regardless of the hardships and challenges.
No more games, I'mma change what you call rage
He's decided to change the perception of anger or hatred through his music
Tear this mother fuckin' roof off like two dogs caged
He wants to break barriers and defy expectations
I was playin' in the beginnin', the mood all changed
At the start, his art was just a game or such, but things have become serious now
I've been chewed up and spit out and booed off stage
Despite his efforts, he has faced criticism and rejection in his field, and still he wants to push on
But I kept rhymin' and stepped right into the next cipher
He never gave up or lost hope, he kept on creating music and searching for his break
Best believe somebody's payin' the pied piper
His struggles and accomplishments are leading him towards his goal and leading others with him in the process
All the pain inside amplified by the
His personal struggles and pains feel even worse because of the added pressures that come with success
Fact that I can't get by with my nine to five
He can't support his family with a regular job
And I can't provide the right type of life for my family
He's struggling to provide the best possible life he can offer for his family
'Cause man these goddamn food stamps don't buy diapers
His struggles to afford diaper expenses even with the help of government subsidies are real and frustrating
And it's no movie, there's no Mekhi Phifer
The situation is not fictional and as glamorous as it can seem in movies. It's a reality for millions of people
This is my life and these times are so hard
This is his present reality-- He's in a difficult phase of life
And it's getting even harder tryin' to feed and water my seed, plus
Every day is a struggle to provide for his family, hence he is working harder than ever before
Teeter-totter caught up between bein' a father and a prima donna
He is in a tight spot of balancing his responsibilities as a father and his ambition to be a big artist
Baby mama drama screamin' on and too much for me to want to stay in one spot
There is conflict with his girlfriend, and he's in a spot to continually move to avoid drama
Another day of monotony has gotten me to the point, I'm like a snail
He's become so bored and routine that he has become inactive
I've got to formulate a plot or I end up in jail or shot
He needs to strategize his steps in life, or else he'll be in trouble
Success is my only mother fuckin' option, failure's not
He's going to succeed or die trying. This is his only priority
Mom, I love you, but this trailer's got to go
He can't continue living in a trailer house, and he feels confident about his abilities to succeed in his profession
I cannot grow old in Salem's lot
He doesn't want to live in a small town and die unnoticed or uncelebrated
So here I go, it's my shot
He is taking his opportunity and giving everything he has
Feet fail me not 'cause maybe the only opportunity that I got
He has to take his chance, and he should not waste it
You better lose yourself in the music, the moment
Focus completely on the music, lose yourself in the experience
You own it, you better never let it go
Seize this moment and don't let go of it
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
You have to take advantage of the chance to create a legacy, because there may not be another opportunity
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime
It is a one-time opportunity, and it should be given your all
You better lose yourself in the music, the moment
Focus completely on the music, lose yourself in the experience
You own it, you better never let it go
Seize this moment and don't let go of it
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
You have to take advantage of the chance to create a legacy, because there may not be another opportunity
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime (you better)
It is a one-time opportunity, and it should be given your all
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jeffrey Irwin Bass, Marshall B Mathers, Luis Edgardo Resto
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