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.
Get Out!
Sublime Lyrics
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don't make no difference
but I have found that I need a place to stay,
I never listen what bud lord man gotta say,
You shoulda seen all the flops in my house
We were jumpin on walls and kickin ceilings
Nowadays people listen to me when I say get out,
Don't make no difference that your a hooker,
I need a place to stay
(disease is just the price I pay)
That show it used to be,
That girl is dead to me now,
All the time people want to know
The meaning of the name, anarchist?
The shit you missed jot a m-mewloop with a peni twist,
What you get is the kind
No gank or cess with yellow lover
On the d-are-you-m-s let the lovin' take a hold over me,
cause all i see is this fussing and fighting
In 1992 lets all try uniting
The lyrics of Sublime's song "Get Out!" describe the singer's need for a place to stay, and his rejection of authority figures who try to tell him what to do. The first line of the song, "My place is not a home, don't make no difference," implies that the singer is not tied to any particular physical space, but he has come to realize that he needs a place to stay. He admits that he hasn't always made the best choices in life, saying "I never listen what bud lord man gotta say," suggesting that he doesn't take advice easily. He goes on to describe his past, when he and his friends were "jumpin on walls and kickin ceilings," a chaotic lifestyle that is now behind him.
The chorus of the song is a plea for someone to hold him and not let go, regardless of the fact that she may be a prostitute. The line "disease is just the price I pay" suggests that the singer is aware of the risks he is taking by being sexually active with someone in this line of work, but he is willing to take those risks in order to have a place to stay. The second verse is a bit more cryptic, with the lines "That show it used to be, that girl is dead to me now, all the time people want to know the meaning of the name, anarchist?" implying that the singer has moved on from a previous relationship and is now more interested in the political philosophy of anarchism.
Overall, the lyrics to "Get Out!" paint a picture of someone who is struggling to find stability in his life, and is willing to take risks in order to do so. The song is a testament to Sublime's willingness to tackle taboo subjects such as drug use and prostitution, and has become a fan favorite in the years since its release.
Line by Line Meaning
My place is not a home, don't make no difference
I don't have a place that I can truly call home and it doesn't really matter to me
but I have found that I need a place to stay, I never listen what bud lord man gotta say
Despite my initial indifference to having a home, I've come to realize that I actually desire stability. However, I don't care about conforming to societal norms.
You shoulda seen all the flops in my house We were jumpin on walls and kickin ceilings
Back in the day, my friends and I used to cause a lot of chaos and destruction in my house as we partied.
Nowadays people listen to me when I say get out, Hold me and don't let go
As I've matured, I've learned to establish boundaries and people now respect them when I tell them to leave. However, I still desire companionship and physical affection.
Don't make no difference that your a hooker, I need a place to stay (disease is just the price I pay)
I don't discriminate against people based on their profession or lifestyle, and may even seek out their company as long as I have a place to stay. However, I acknowledge that there may be negative consequences to engaging with those who may have diseases.
That show it used to be, That girl is dead to me now, All the time people want to know The meaning of the name, anarchist?
My past experiences have shaped who I am and I've moved on from certain people and situations. People are curious about why I associate with the term 'anarchist.'
The shit you missed jot a m-mewloop with a peni twist, What you get is the kind No gank or cess with yellow lover
If you weren't there to witness what happened, you wouldn't understand the craziness and absurdity of the situation. What you end up with is a unique experience that doesn't involve negativity or conflict with those who are different from you.
On the d-are-you-m-s let the lovin' take a hold over me, cause all i see is this fussing and fighting In 1992 lets all try uniting
I long for a world where people can come together in love instead of constantly fighting and arguing. In 1992, let's try to achieve unity.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bradley James Nowell, Eric John Wilson, Clarence Reid, Willie James Clarke, Michael Charles Happoldt, Marshall Raymond Goodman
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erik zarco
Intro]
"It's 8:05. This is Phyllis in the office. The cat is out on the patio. If it jumps one more time, your butts are in the street. I am sick and tired of your activities, your cat, and your untruths with me. I'm gonna call you tomorrow when you're home, and you can explain a lot of things to me because I'm sick and tired of your bullshit. Goodnight."
[Verse 1]
My place is not a home
It don't make no difference, but I have found
That I need a place to stay
I never listen what the landlord man say
[Chorus 1]
You should've seen all the flops in my house
We was jumping on walls and kicking ceilings
Nowadays, people listen to me
When I say, "Get out!"
[Verse 2]
Hold me and don't let go
It don't make no difference that you're a ho
'Cause I need a place to stay
A new disease was just the price I paid
[Chorus 2]
In days of old, that's how it used to be
Oh yes, indeed
That girl is dead to me now
And I sing, "Get out!"
[Interlude]
(One, two, three, four
Elk, and bison, a gnu or two
Giraffes and elephants, quite a few)
(Let me bust a freestyle, then)
(Fuck you, mang!)
(I got a bone to pick)
[Bridge]
Don't sit, don't trip
I'm cutting hits like Bert Susanka's got the shrimp dip
I get it, get it, get it, get it all the time
People wants to know the meaning of the word sublime
It's anarchist, man, it's the shit you missed
We get the Minuteman loops and add a Peni twist
'Cause we know you love the pit, but this is the shit
That you put in the box and say "Damn, it's a hit, boy!"
Why ain't it on the radios and the T.V. shows?
'Cause we don't kiss no ass or kick down free shows
What you get is the kind, no gang, no cess
When Yellow Lover's on the D-R-U-M-S
[Outro]
Let the lovin' take a hold over me
Let the lovin' take a hold over me, follow me Long Beach posse
'Cause all I see is your fussin' and fightin'
1992, so let's all start uniting
Put your hands together, be the best you can be
Let this jam take us to 1993
Just stay positive, the love will come back on me
RollingConversations
You never see sublime fans fight with each other unless it's about Rome
Party Time Jew
Rome is very under appreciated
69 HentaiTrapLord 69
This reply section is a great example of that.
Sonny Sampson
They do if there all drunk and high and moshing
Doc Willis
I was once offered 2 free tickets to see sublime with Rome, I smirked and said no thank you.
Kevin Sargent
My all time favorite Sublime song ❤️
Jacob Davis
Thank you for sharing this historical piece with the world over ❤️
podingl
That bass, though 💙
Alexander Mihail
Just struck by how funky it is - and way up in the mix. Had never heard this version, only the one on “Secondhand,” so it’s a revelation
Clifford Drake Jackson
ALL their bass is AWESOME!! I love sublime! Theyre how i learned guitar! Eric wilson is so underrated!