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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Sublime Lyrics
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A little bit more, a little bit more
Every day I love him just a little bit more
And he loves me the same
Every day I love her a little bit more
A little bit more, a little bit more
Every day I love her just a little bit more
Baby if ya wanna get on, baby if ya wanna get off
It makes no sense at all, I saw red, I saw red, I saw red
One more secret lover that I shot dead
Every day I wake up, just a little bit more
Feelin' like a dog in the yard because it's just how we are
And every day I wonder if it's over
When I wake up I realize no it isn't, and break down the wall
You say it's black but I just can't believe you
And if I say it's white say I'm just trying to deceive you
And baby, I'm aware of the high and the low
And I'll be waiting for you in the middle, but I just lack control
Baby if ya wanna get low, baby if ya wanna get high
It makes no sense at all, I saw red, I saw red
One more secret lover that I shot dead
Girls don't go crazy, girls don't go crazy, oh girls don't crazy when the men use you
Women hold your men tight, if it makes you feel all right
It's your own life
The opening lines of Sublime’s song Saw Red convey the rollercoaster of emotions associated with a new relationship. The repeated refrain of “Every day I love him (her) just a little bit more,” creates a sense of escalating passion for a lover, building over time into an ever-intense connection. The singer's relationship with their beloved is mutual as he asserts, “and he (she) loves me the same.” The singer also speaks of the uncertainty of their feelings, suggesting that it is challenging to understand the depths of affection fully. The relationship appears to represent a significant struggle for the singer, who knows that they lack control in the partnership, admitting he’s “just how we are” and “feeling like a dog in the yard.”
These feelings of uncertainty and lack of control lead the singer to a destructive state of mind. The lines "Baby, if ya wanna get on, baby if ya wanna get off / It makes no sense at all, I saw red, I saw red, I saw red / One more secret lover that I shot dead" speak to the singer's violent and aggressive state of mind in moments of heightened emotion. His inability to control the rapidly growing affection within the relationship leads to him lashing out in anger, culminating in the dramatic final line.
In the bridge, the vocalist shifts their attention to the outside world, addressing societal expectations, urging “Girls don’t go crazy.” However, it is in the song’s final lines that the singer lands on the most significant revelation of his journey. He looks within himself and says, “It’s your own life,” ultimately realizing that whether he is in control or not, it is his responsibility to take action and make the most of the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Every day I love him a little bit more
The singer expresses how their love grows every day for their partner
A little bit more, a little bit more
The singer emphasizes how their love increases gradually
And he loves me the same
The singer confirms that their partner reciprocates the same amount of love
Baby if ya wanna get on, baby if ya wanna get off
The artist addresses their partner, telling them they can get involved or leave the relationship
It makes no sense at all, I saw red, I saw red, I saw red
The artist expresses their frustration and anger with the relationship being unclear
One more secret lover that I shot dead
The singer hints that they have ended a relationship in the past due to infidelity
Every day I wake up, just a little bit more
The singer highlights how their love continues to grow each day they wake up
Feelin' like a dog in the yard because it's just how we are
The artist compares their relationship to that of a dog, accepting their flaws and imperfections
And every day I wonder if it's over
The artist expresses their fear of the relationship ending
When I wake up I realize no it isn't, and break down the wall
The artist reminds themselves that their fears are unwarranted and overcome their insecurities
You say it's black but I just can't believe you
The singer disagrees with their partner's opinion
And if I say it's white say I'm just trying to deceive you
The artist anticipates their partner's denial of their own opinion
And baby, I'm aware of the high and the low
The singer is aware of the ups and downs in the relationship
And I'll be waiting for you in the middle, but I just lack control
The singer expresses their willingness to compromise, but admits they have little control over the relationship
Baby if ya wanna get low, baby if ya wanna get high
The singer reiterates that their partner can choose to be in or out of the relationship at any time
Girls don't go crazy, girls don't go crazy, oh girls don't crazy when the men use you
The artist advises women to not lose control of themselves when in a relationship
Women hold your men tight, if it makes you feel all right
The artist suggests that women should cherish their relationships and partners, as long as it's what makes them happy
It's your own life
The singer reminds women that it's their life and their choices to make
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bradley Nowell, Barrington Levy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Connor Z
you got anymore of these bum lies bootlegs? Bunches of these where taken down.
Matt
they keep takin em down makin me sad
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Poo
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