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.
Live @ E's
Sublime Lyrics
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Lookin' out for more
While she makes my body ache
Still I walk in then I say
A well, uh
I'm on the mic doin', uh
The things you like and I'm, uh
Treat you right
'Cause all the ladies and me
You see we both agree
That, uh, I'm goin' down in world history, well yo
Whoa, she makes my body ache
And you know I live for more
I won't flake or perpetrate
I won't front no funky ho
Don't get me wrong I'm just, uh
Singin' my song I'm just like you
I like to ball my freaks all night long
Not only do I rhyme
I also cut so nice
And all the fightin' perpetratin' DJ's want my slice
'Cause I'm select
Perpetratin' DJ's, come and look for me
Rock me rubadub rock and roll MC
So sweet and so nice
They call me delight
(Go, go, go, go)
My name is Eric, I have nothing to say
Because I am not a fucking DJ
And if you wanna come talk to me
Then you gotta talk to my man Bradley
Uh, uh, elected
My rhymes will be perfected
The fightin' MC's will be dissected and rejected
I am the most impressive
Aspective, and progressive
Motivating, innovating, chillin' and digested
It's obvious as ever
It will be specialized
If your trying to proclaim, uh
It can't be compromised
I am a fresh MC
As you can plainly see
You won't regret a dj fresh until you soon agree
So take a seat and feel the beat
Of course it is okay, uh, uh
Yes, I still rock M.C.
Yo. You're no jumpin', Jay
That's right. We outta here
5000 G, 5000 G
We outta here, we outta here (peace)
Peace, nothing but peace and unity
Seen love and no fight can go in the middle
(All right)
The song "Live at E's" by Sublime is a unique blend of hip hop, punk and reggae music. The lyrics in this song seem to be targeted towards the rapper's audience as he tries to get their attention by singing about a prostitute he saw the day before. He goes on to say that while he likes to party with his "freaks all night long," he won't perpetrate or "flake" on them. He emphasizes that he is a good lover who treats women with respect, which has helped him become very popular with the ladies. He boasts about how the ladies love him and how he knows he is going to go down in history as one of the best.
The rapper then goes on to talk about how he is a great MC and DJs from all over are impressed with him. He claims that he is very innovative and motivating and sets himself apart from others in the music industry. He ends the verse by saying that he is a fresh MC and encourages the listeners to "take a seat and feel the beat."
Overall, the song seems to be about the rapper's confidence in his abilities and his appeal to the ladies. He delivers the lyrics in a fast and punchy manner, highlighting his unique style and sound while weaving in references to drugs and sex.
Line by Line Meaning
Yesterday I saw a whore
I saw a prostitute yesterday
Lookin' out for more
She was looking for more clients to work for
While she makes my body ache
Even though she sexually arouses me
Still I walk in then I say
I still enter her room and say
A well, uh
Well, uh
I'm on the mic doin', uh
I'm on the microphone doing, uh
The things you like and I'm, uh
The things that you enjoy, and I'm, uh
Ras M.G. and I'm, uh
My name is Ras M.G. and I'm, uh
Treat you right
I will treat you well
'Cause all the ladies and me
Because all the ladies and I
You see we both agree
We both agree
That, uh, I'm goin' down in world history, well yo
That I will be remembered in world history, well you know
Whoa, she makes my body ache
Wow, even though she sexually arouses me
And you know I live for more
And you know that I live for more than just sex
I won't flake or perpetrate
I won't back out or pretend
I won't front no funky ho
I won't pretend to be someone I'm not with a prostitute
Don't get me wrong I'm just, uh
Don't misunderstand me, I'm just, uh
Singin' my song I'm just like you
Singing my song, I'm just like you
I like to ball my freaks all night long
I enjoy partying with sexually promiscuous people all night long
Not only do I rhyme
I not only rhyme
I also cut so nice
I also DJ so well
And all the fightin' perpetratin' DJ's want my slice
All the aggressive, imitating DJs want my skills
'Cause I'm select
Because I am talented
Perpetratin' DJ's, come and look for me
Imitating DJs, come and try to find me
Rock me rubadub rock and roll MC
Entertain me with reggae, rock, and roll, MC
So sweet and so nice
I am so charming and kind
They call me delight
They call me the source of joy
(Go, go, go, go)
(Keep going)
My name is Eric, I have nothing to say
My name is Eric, I have nothing to say
Because I am not a fucking DJ
Because I am not a talented DJ
And if you wanna come talk to me
If you want to talk to me
Then you gotta talk to my man Bradley
Then you need to talk to my friend Bradley
Uh, uh, elected
Uh, uh, chosen
My rhymes will be perfected
My lyrics will be refined
The fightin' MC's will be dissected and rejected
Aggressive MCs will be picked apart and denied
I am the most impressive
I am the most noteworthy
Aspective, and progressive
Innovative and forward-thinking
Motivating, innovating, chillin' and digested
Motivating, creating, relaxing and intelligently appreciated
It's obvious as ever
It's very obvious
It will be specialized
It will be unique
If your trying to proclaim, uh
If you are attempting to state that, uh,
It can't be compromised
It cannot be changed or altered
I am a fresh MC
I am a talented MC
As you can plainly see
As you can easily tell
You won't regret a dj fresh until you soon agree
You won't regret a fresh MC until you agree
So take a seat and feel the beat
So sit down and feel the rhythm
Of course it is okay, uh, uh
Of course it's alright, uh, uh
Yes, I still rock M.C.
Yes, I am still an MC
Yo. You're no jumpin', Jay
Hey. You aren't jumping, Jay
That's right. We outta here
That's correct. We are leaving
5000 G, 5000 G
5000 Grant, 5000 Grant
We outta here, we outta here (peace)
We are leaving, we are leaving (peace)
Peace, nothing but peace and unity
Peace. Just peace and unity
Seen love and no fight can go in the middle
Love must be in the center, and there can be no fighting
(All right)
(Everything is good)
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: MARSHALL GOODMAN, BRADLEY NOWELL
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riley scott
This is the most underrated Sublime song ever. Base line is filthy. Drums go fuckin nuts. Brads’ mix of passionate vocals incorporated with hip-hop and reggae is top notch. This is definitely my favorite Sublime song. Period.
K B
Facts bro same 💯
devin
Why does sublime sound so good after a long day of work?
G Santiago
For sure. Its almost as if the the music glazes over the entire day and gives it meaning.
Jacob Dean
@G Santiago fuck yeah
Eric Thiel
I used to do sprinkler systems for new construction in Cape coral Florida and used to blast this album on my way home driving along the coast sparking up a blunt with my co-worker. the work was tough and hot, but those were awsome days all the same!! great few years I'll always remember, especially with this album!!
Pat Kend
Sounds good during too 😉
Mechanic Dave
@Eric Thiel the good ole days man!
LILDUDE38258
i just love how they have fun just jammin. i always wished i could have a band like this since i was 4
Mericanpunk
LILDUDE38258 me too bro