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.
Farther I Go
Sublime Lyrics
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The promises I can't keep
So sick and tired tired I can barely breathe
And promises I can′t keep
The farther I go, the further back I get
The farther I go, the further back I get
The farther I go, the further back I get
I'm so tired, I can barely sleep and
Promises I can't keep
And it gets so much that I can barely breathe and
Promises that I can′t keep
The lyrics to Sublime's song "Farther I Go" are a reflection of the struggles and exhaustion of someone who is trying their best in life but constantly falling short. The repetition of the lines "I'm so tired, I can barely breathe" and "promises I can't keep" convey a sense of overwhelming fatigue and disappointment. The use of the word "promises" suggest that this person has made commitments or goals that they cannot fulfill, leading to a sense of guilt and failure.
The chorus, "the farther I go, the further back I get" speaks to the idea that no matter how hard this person tries, they cannot make progress in their life. It feels as though they are constantly moving backwards, despite their efforts. It is a frustrating and demoralizing feeling.
Overall, these lyrics are a reminder that life can be difficult and exhausting, and sometimes our best efforts don't lead to success. It is an honest portrayal of the struggles that many people face in their daily lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so tired, I can barely breathe and
I am exhausted and struggling to breathe
The promises I can't keep
I have made commitments that I cannot fulfill
So sick and tired tired I can barely breathe
I am so overwhelmed and exhausted that it's hard to catch my breath
And promises I can′t keep
I am unable to keep the promises I have made
The farther I go, the further back I get
The more I try to move forward, the further behind I fall
The farther I go, the further back I get
Each attempt at progress leads to further setbacks
The farther I go, the further back I get
My efforts to move forward seem to result in being pulled further back
The farther I go
My attempts at progress are futile
I'm so tired, I can barely sleep and
Even when I do rest, I am still exhausted
Promises I can't keep
I have made commitments that I cannot honor
And it gets so much that I can barely breathe and
As the pressure mounts, it becomes nearly impossible to catch my breath
Promises that I can′t keep
I am unable to fulfill the promises I have made
Writer(s): mark arm, matt lukin, dan peters, steve turner
Contributed by Liam T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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