Sublime released three studio albums, one live album, five compilation albums (one of which also contains never-before released material), three EPs, and one box set. Although their first two albums—40oz. to Freedom (1992) and Robbin' the Hood (1994)—were quite popular in the United States, Sublime did not experience major commercial success until 1996 with their self-titled third album, released two months after Nowell's death, which peaked at No. 13 on the Billboard 200, and spawned the single "What I Got", which remains the band's only No. 1 hit single (on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart) in their musical career. As of 2009, the band has sold over 17 million albums worldwide, including about ten million in the U.S. alone. Michael "Miguel" Happoldt and Marshall "Ras MG" Goodman contributed to several Sublime songs.
Following Sublime's dissolution, former members Eric Wilson and Bud Gaugh founded the Long Beach Dub Allstars in 1997, which also included many frequent Sublime contributors such as Michael "Miguel" Happoldt (former member of The Ziggens), Marshall Goodman "Ras MG" (former Sublime member), and Todd Forman (3rd Alley). LBDAS disbanded in 2002, due to several members of the band breaking a no-drug vow they had taken. In 2009, the surviving members attempted to reform the band with Rome Ramirez, a young guitarist and admitted Sublime fan from California. However, not long after performing at Cypress Hill's Smokeout Festival, a Los Angeles judge banned the new lineup from using the Sublime name as they needed permission from Nowell's estate, which owns the rights to the Sublime name. This prompted the lineup of Wilson, Gaugh and Ramirez to change their name to Sublime with Rome, which has since released three albums, although Gaugh left the group shortly after the release of their 2011 debut Yours Truly.
With the mainstream success of their self-titled album, going five times platinum and earning worldwide airplay, Sublime's influence persists to this day. Sublime was one of the most popular bands of the third wave of ska, specifically characterized as ska punk. Sublime often combined punk rock and hardcore punk with hip hop, heavy metal, dancehall, reggae, ska, funk, and (21st century) surf music. Sublime also has been described as 'reggae rock'.
Their signature sound and their songs are often associated with the beach and coastal areas of Southern California, such as San Diego, Orange County, Venice Beach and Long Beach as well as areas of Northern California like Eureka. Over two decades after Nowell's death and the band's breakup, Sublime remains immensely popular throughout North America, especially in its state of origin, California.
Sublime's songs have been featured via soundtrack in a variety of media. Los Angeles alternative rock radio station KROQ has listed Sublime at No. 3 in their annual "Top 106.7 biggest KROQ bands of all time" list for the past six years in a row, behind Red Hot Chili Peppers and Nirvana, and No. 81 at the "Top 166 Artists of 1980–2008" list.
With over 17 million units sold worldwide, Sublime is one of the most successful, and "powerfully moving" ska-punk acts of all time influencing many modern reggae and ska acts.
Crazy Fool
Sublime Lyrics
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Crazy fool
Crazy fool
If she thinks that she is gonna dispose my world
Id be a crazy crazy crazy -- crazy fool
Crazy fool
We went together for oh so long
If I dont complain about this misery yah
Is this the way loves supposed to be,
Supposed to be now
Foolish foolish
Oh you just a foolish girl
Ohhhhhhhhh foolish foolish
Oh ya just a crazy girl
If she thinks that she is gonna take you from me
Gotta be a crazy crazy crazy -- crazy fool
Crazy fool
The song "Crazy Fool" by Sublime delves into the theme of unrequited love and the lengths to which someone can go to keep the object of their affection. The repetitive use of the phrase "crazy fool" emphasizes the singer's desperateness and emotional distress. The lyrics suggest that a woman is attempting to dispose of the singer's world by trying to take away the person he loves. Despite the misery he is experiencing, the singer is willing to be viewed as crazy or foolish just to keep the person he loves.
The second verse of the song highlights the depth of the singer's love as he reflects on how strong it was when they were together. The question of whether the misery he's experiencing is what love is supposed to feel like is posed, further emphasizing the singer's confusion and overwhelming emotions. The repeated use of the word "foolish" reminds the listener that the singer is aware of the situation and how it may look to others but can't help how much he loves this person.
Overall, "Crazy Fool" is a poignant reflection on the effects of unreturned love on a person's psyche. The use of repetition and the simplicity of the lyrics create an emotionally charged experience for the listener that is difficult to ignore.
Line by Line Meaning
Crazy crazy
This situation is insane and absurd.
Crazy fool
I am acting like a foolish person.
Crazy fool
I am acting like a foolish person.
If she thinks that she is gonna dispose my world
If she believes that she can ruin my life.
Id be a crazy crazy crazy -- crazy fool
I would be acting like a completely insane and foolish person.
Crazy fool
I am acting like a foolish person.
My love for you was oh so strong
My feelings of affection for you were incredibly powerful.
We went together for oh so long
We had been in a relationship for a very long time.
If I dont complain about this misery yah
Even though I am experiencing great pain and distress, I am not expressing it.
Is this the way loves supposed to be,
I am questioning if this is how love should truly feel.
Supposed to be now
I am considering if this is how things are actually meant to be currently.
Foolish foolish
I am acting like a complete idiot.
Oh you just a foolish girl
You are acting like a silly and immature woman.
Ohhhhhhhhh foolish foolish
This situation is incredibly foolish.
Oh ya just a crazy girl
You are acting like a mad and irrational woman.
If she thinks that she is gonna take you from me
If she believes that she can steal you away from me.
Gotta be a crazy crazy crazy -- crazy fool
I would be acting like a completely insane and foolish person.
Crazy fool
I am acting like a foolish person.
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