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.
Never Gonna Change
Saliva Lyrics
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And the ocean too, I've never lied to you
And I've never ever done anything
That would render me untrue
But for you, I can't say the same
You have only brought me pain
There's no use in pointing fingers
And I know that it's over
And there's nothing left to say
And we all pay the prices
Of the games that we play
I don't know how to love you
But I can't walk away
What do I have to say?
What do I have to do?
I need to hear you say
I just wanna be with you
What to I have to change?
What do I have to prove?
You're never gonna change
You're never gonna change
It still blows me away somehow
When you seem so proud
Of the damage that you've done
I'm a puppet in your pageant
I'm a game you played for fun
Still now when I see you frown
And you see me smile
And you say I'm still the one
You know you are quite the actress
But I'm just not that dumb
And I know that it's over
And there's nothing left to say
And we all pay the prices
Of the games that we play
I don't know how to love you
But I can't walk away
What do I have to say?
What do I have to do?
I need to hear you say
I just wanna be with you
What to I have to change?
What do I have to prove?
You're never gonna change
You're never gonna change
Never gonna change
Never change, yeah
What do I have to say?
What do I have to do?
You're never gonna change
What do I have to say?
What do I have to do?
I need to hear you say
I just wanna be with you
What to I have to change?
What do I have to prove?
You're never gonna change
You're never gonna change
What do I have to say?
What do I have to do?
I need to hear you say
Never gonna change
What to I have to change?
What do I have to prove?
You're never gonna change
The lyrics to Saliva's song "Never Gonna Change" speak about a failing relationship and the realization that, despite the songwriter's efforts, the partner will not change no matter what is done. The first few lines acknowledge the trust and honesty that the songwriter has always had with their partner, stating that they have never lied or done anything that would make them untrue. However, the partner has caused significant pain, and finger-pointing is futile when the songwriter must accept responsibility for their own role in the relationship's struggles.
The chorus expresses the songwriter's confusion and desperation regarding the situation. The lines "What do I have to say? What do I have to do? I need to hear you say I just wanna be with you" reflect the songwriter's need for their partner to communicate their true intentions and feelings about the relationship. Despite acknowledging the impossibility of the situation and the games played by both parties, the songwriter admits that they do not know how to love their partner but cannot walk away either.
The second verse delves deeper into the toxic nature of the relationship, with the partner taking pride in the damage they have caused and treating the songwriter as a toy to be played with. The songwriter sees through the act and recognizes their partner's true nature, but their feelings remain conflicted.
Overall, the lyrics to "Never Gonna Change" capture the pain and frustration of a relationship that cannot be salvaged due to irreconcilable differences.
Line by Line Meaning
Just as sure as the sky is blue
I have never lied to you and I always tell the truth.
And the ocean too, I've never lied to you
Just like the blue ocean, my honesty towards you is crystal clear.
And I've never ever done anything
I have always been honest and sincere in all of our dealings.
That would render me untrue
I have never done anything to betray your trust.
But for you, I can't say the same
However, you have only brought me pain and heartbreak.
You have only brought me pain
Your actions and behavior have caused me great anguish and turmoil.
There's no use in pointing fingers
It's pointless to blame each other for the problems in our relationship.
When I'm the one to blame
I accept my share of responsibility for the issues between us.
And I know that it's over
Our relationship has ended and there's no turning back.
And there's nothing left to say
There are no more words to be spoken between us.
And we all pay the prices
We both suffer the consequences of our actions.
Of the games that we play
The choices we make and our behaviors have repercussions.
I don't know how to love you
I am not sure of my feelings for you anymore.
But I can't walk away
Despite all of the issues, I find it hard to let go of our relationship.
What do I have to say?
What must I do to make you realize how much you mean to me?
What do I have to do?
What actions must I take to show you that I care?
I need to hear you say
I want you to express your feelings to me directly.
I just wanna be with you
I want to be in a committed, loving relationship with you.
What to I have to change?
What changes must I make in myself to make you happy?
What do I have to prove?
How can I show you that I am committed to you?
You're never gonna change
No matter what I do or say, you will always be the same and not change for me.
Still now when I see you frown
Even when you are upset or unhappy, it doesn't affect me anymore.
And you see me smile
When I smile or seem content, you don't care or notice.
And you say I'm still the one
You still consider me important and relevant in your life.
You know you are quite the actress
I know that you are deceptive and manipulative in your behavior towards me.
But I'm just not that dumb
Despite your attempts to deceive me, I am not foolish or naïve.
Never gonna change
You will always be the same and not change for anyone else.
Never change, yeah
You will always be inconsistent and not reliable in your behavior.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOB MARLETTE, DAVID A. NOVOTNY, JOSEPH SCOTT SAPPINGTON, PAUL ALLEN CROSBY, WAYNE A. SWINNY
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