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.
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But I won't stress and I won't switch
And I would not take my life
Glory please, my God the only thing on my mind
Takes up all of my time
And I said ooh!
Running from a gun
And my God it hurts to get so low
Searchin' through the cars
Cold still searchin' through the night
I think I will run to you but I refuse to fuss and fight
And God may find a reason
Well I'm sure you'll find a rhyme
Because it takes up nearly all my time
He who stands for freedom
God knows I've got the number
But maybe I just use too much
I was sitting in that bar
Now I'm sittin' in that stolen car
Cold, still rollin' down the boulevard
Saw you with a gleam
And the microphone scene
Think I will run, to you
But I know I won't live for me
Cause I know God's got both, the reason and the rhyme
Please tell me, why he takes up all my time
I've been drinking, just like you
And baby, you've got something I can use
Payback's a mother fuckin' blast
But I won't stress and I won't blast
And I would not take my life
Glory please, my God, comin' from heaven above
Takes up all of my time
And I said
(Why must I feel like that?)
Running from a gun
And some brain that weights a ton
You know, I did that line for Flava' Flav
But, all the D.J.'s do it
All the D.J.'s use it
I would run, I would switch
But I want to be the same
And I know I'll find a reason
'Cause I always bust a rhyme
Because it takes up nearly all my time
The T hear stands for treason
The D hear stands for dove
And maybe I just use too
Maybe I'm just used too
And maybe I just use too much
The song "New Song" by Sublime is a reflection of the struggles of life and the search for purpose. The opening line, "I heard that payback's a mother fuckin' bitch," suggests that the singer has experienced some form of injustice or betrayal, but is determined not to let it get to him. Instead, he turns to his faith and seeks solace in God, as is evident when he says, "Glory please, my God the only thing on my mind/Takes up all of my time."
The singer continues to describe his struggles, using vivid imagery such as "running from a gun" and "searchin' through the cars, cold still searchin' through the night." Despite these challenges, he remains resolute and steadfast, refusing to "fuss and fight" and instead trusting in "the reason and the rhyme" that God has for his life.
The song ends on a note of self-reflection, with the singer admitting that perhaps he "just use[s] too much." Overall, "New Song" is a powerful exploration of the human condition and the desire to find meaning and purpose in life.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard that payback's a mother fuckin' bitch
I've heard that revenge is tough and unforgiving
But I won't stress and I won't switch
But I won't worry about it and I won't change
And I would not take my life
And I would never commit suicide
Glory please, my God the only thing on my mind
All I can think about is seeking divine redemption
Takes up all of my time
It consumes all my thoughts and actions
And I said ooh!
And I expressed my emotions with an exclamation
Running from a gun
Avoiding a dangerous situation
Or some brain that weights a ton
Or a heavy burden on my mind
And my God it hurts to get so low
It's painful to feel so defeated
Searchin' through the cars
Looking for a solution
Cold still searchin' through the night
Persistently searching despite the challenge of the task
I think I will run to you but I refuse to fuss and fight
I may turn to you for support, but I won't engage in any disagreements or conflicts
And God may find a reason
Perhaps God has a plan and a purpose for me
Well I'm sure you'll find a rhyme
There must be a logical and creative explanation to my situation
Because it takes up nearly all my time
Because this issue is the most pressing and time-consuming for me
He who stands for freedom
Referring to someone who upholds the principle of liberty
God knows I've got the number
God knows I have the right idea or knowledge to do what's necessary
But maybe I just use too much
But perhaps I overdo it or exaggerate my actions or thoughts
I was sitting in that bar
I was sitting in a drinking establishment
Now I'm sittin' in that stolen car
Now I'm sitting in a vehicle that I took without permission
Cold, still rollin' down the boulevard
Driving down the street while feeling distant and emotionless
Saw you with a gleam
Saw you with a sparkle or bright spot
And the microphone scene
And performing on stage with a microphone
Think I will run, to you
I may turn for help to you
But I know I won't live for me
But I know I won't live my life for my own benefit
Cause I know God's got both, the reason and the rhyme
Because I believe God has both the explanation and the creative inspiration
Please tell me, why he takes up all my time
Please explain why this issue is so dominant for me
I've been drinking, just like you
I've been consuming alcohol, similar to you
And baby, you've got something I can use
And hey, you have something that could be helpful to me
Payback's a mother fuckin' blast
Revenge can be enjoyable and satisfying
But I won't stress and I won't blast
But I won't worry too much or act out of anger
And I would not take my life
And I would never commit suicide
Glory please, my God, comin' from heaven above
I beg for divine redemption and salvation
Takes up all of my time
It consumes all my thoughts and actions
And I said
And I expressed myself verbally
Running from a gun
Avoiding a dangerous situation
And some brain that weights a ton
Trying to escape from a heavy burden on my mind
You know, I did that line for Flava' Flav
Oh, by the way, I wrote that line for Flava' Flav (rapper)
But, all the D.J.'s do it
But all the D.J.'s (Disc Jockeys) use similar lyrics or rhymes
All the D.J.'s use it
It's a common theme among D.J.'s
I would run, I would switch
I may consider changing or fleeing
But I want to be the same
But I want to stay true to myself
And I know I'll find a reason
And I believe I'll eventually understand why things are the way they are
Cause I always bust a rhyme
Because I'm always coming up with a creative expression or verse
Because it takes up nearly all my time
Because this lyrical creativity consumes most of my attention
The T hear stands for treason
The letter 'T' represents treason (betrayal)
The D hear stands for dove
The letter 'D' represents a symbolic image of a dove (peacefulness)
And maybe I just use too
And maybe I become too reliant on these forms of expression or symbols
Maybe I'm just used too
Perhaps I've become too familiar with my artistic style or comfort zone
And maybe I just use too much
And maybe I rely too heavily on these artistic conventions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRADLEY JAMES NOWELL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jenenergy4762
My favorite Sublime song. ❤️🔥
@tesorosdetomas
Back in the 90s I used to love to listen to this song on bike rides. Miss my Walkman too. 😢
@devilsoffspring5519
People have smartphones and tablets these days, much better than any Walkman ever was. Nostalgia is sometimes a little screwy
@free-zq3ud
I wAS SO hPYY THE DAY i FOUnd my waalkMAN
@666sk8erguy
@@devilsoffspring5519not really. Owning physical copies of stuff is the way to go. You don’t lose it if you don’t pay your internet bill.
@jaydevice333
Good song, ahead of their time fo sho
@nickhartman6372
@@devilsoffspring5519better is very subjective. I'll take physical media over digital every time, I like to actually OWN the things I spend my money on.
@YoBoiZER0530
Been listening to them all my life! Gonna get a sublime tat in the middle of my chest soon! 💯❤️🔥🔥🔥
@hellyahdawg03
The Best Band Ever!
@mateosamora
One of my favorite SUBLIME tunes. So underrated!