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.
Waiting for My Ruca
Sublime Lyrics
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"I wanna go to a party," that's what she said
Lonely, that's what I've been
Here's my telephone number call me
And to a party a house party
Whole lotta people just rally-round-me and love
She send a message of love
Ramona please step back
'Cause she's my Ruca, I'm barely waiting for my hiena
She moved from Long Beach down to LA
Right now she selling oranges by the freeway
I wanna know, Ramona am I the only one tell me
And she said "you're not the only one, but your the best Bradley" poh poh
And know now I waiting for my Ruca
And I barely pulled up with my hiena
I know tonight I'll be behind her
Don't fuck around with my hiena
The song Waiting for My Ruca by Sublime is a simple, yet engaging piece of music that talks about a young man's love for his girlfriend, who he calls his "Ruca". The song starts with a description of how the singer met his girlfriend, Ramona, on the east side, and her asking him to take her to a party. He then gives her his phone number and asks her to a house party, where they are surrounded by people who love them.
The listener is then given a glimpse into the singer's relationship with Ramona, and how he sees her as his "Ruca". He talks about how he loves the way she moves and raps, and how he wants her to step back because she's his girl. The song then takes a turn as Ramona moves from Long Beach to Los Angeles and starts selling oranges by the freeway. The singer is heartbroken and wonders if he's the only one she's seeing, to which Ramona replies that he is the best. The song ends with the singer waiting for his Ruca and telling others not to mess with his "hiena" or girlfriend.
Overall, the song is a catchy and entertaining ode to young love, and the lyrics highlight the singer's devotion to his girlfriend, despite the challenges they face. The use of Spanish words such as "Ruca" and "hiena" adds a layer of authenticity to the song and speaks to the band's Californian roots.
Line by Line Meaning
On the east side, that's where I met my Ramona
This is where the singer first met Ramona on the east side.
"I wanna go to a party," that's what she said
Ramona expresses her desire to attend a party.
Lonely, that's what I've been
The singer expresses a feeling of loneliness.
Here's my telephone number call me
The artist gives Ramona his phone number.
And to a party a house party
Ramona invites the artist to a house party.
Whole lotta people just rally-round-me and love
The party is lively and many people are showing affection towards the singer.
She send a message of love
Ramona sends a message expressing love towards the singer.
She said "I love up the way you move, I love the way you rap" bah bah
Ramona compliments the artist's dancing and rapping skills.
Ramona please step back
The artist asks Ramona to step back and give him some space.
'Cause she's my Ruca, I'm barely waiting for my hiena
Ramona is the artist's girlfriend (Ruca) and he is waiting for his friend (hiena).
She moved from Long Beach down to LA
Ramona moved from Long Beach to LA.
Right now she selling oranges by the freeway
Ramona is currently selling oranges by the freeway.
I wanna know, Ramona am I the only one tell me
The singer wants to know if Ramona is only interested in him.
And she said "you're not the only one, but your the best Bradley" poh poh
Ramona admits that the singer is not the only person she has been with but he is the best (Bradley is the singer's real name).
And know now I waiting for my Ruca
The singer is now waiting for Ramona.
And I barely pulled up with my hiena
The artist just arrived with his friend.
I know tonight I'll be behind her
The artist is sure that he will be close to Ramona tonight.
Don't fuck around with my hiena
The singer warns others not to mess with his friend.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRADLEY JAMES NOWELL
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@williamsanders4843
This blew out the speakers in my 1995 Acura Integra. RIP
@AZ-fy9mx
You deserve way more likes dude lol I've blown more speakers then I'd ever admit to👌✌
@snowterror17
Bruh u a GOAT for this. Brad would be impressed
@MadeItHappenDaily
Great comment. Thanks for sharing that memory!
@wizard0vaz
I miss my 94 4dr gsr :'(. Had to comment RIP
@megdiss8335
Best comment ever.
@markz9739
Hearing this on cassette for the first time at 17 years old at a house party taking ecstasy for the first time will forever be etched in my brain, I love this song
@MyBeautifulDarkTwistedFantasy6
Blue Calx
@BrodyxBrown
You heard it as it was intended lmao
@katiestafford5693
when i was in the psych ward, one of my nurses played this song for my group one night. it makes me nostalgic for some reason, even though it was a bad time for me. i miss some of those girls.