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.
What's Really Goin' Wrong
Sublime Lyrics
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Good evening ladies and gentlemen,
Welcome to tonights presentation,
Its brought to you by us,
And its non-fiction
Everybody saw
And this one called 'What's really goin wrong'
What is really, what is really goin' wrong
Well what is really, what is really goin' wrong
Sublime in the place livin' up chickens creation
In 1996 to make you buy this cinematation,
This is what they, agree to show to you
It's not really the truth
But you'll believe it through and through
What is really, What is really goin' wrong
What is really, What is really goin' wrong
What is really, What is really Goin' wrong
What is really goin' wrong
What is really, what is really goin' wrong
What is really, (what is really), What is really, what is really goin' wrong
What is really goin' wrong
What is really, what is really goin' wrong
The song "What's Really Goin' Wrong" by Sublime is a satirical commentary on the way society consumes media and how easily people believe what they see on screen. The opening lines suggest that the song is a presentation, indicating that it is an intentional piece of media that is meant to be consumed. The lyrics then go on to reference a previous movie made by Sublime, indicating that they are aware of their own role in the media cycle.
The chorus repeatedly asks the question "what is really goin' wrong," which serves as a central theme for the song. The verses then describe how Sublime is trying to manipulate the audience's perception of reality through their presentation. They claim that what is being shown on screen is not the truth, and that the audience will still believe it regardless. This highlights the way that media can shape our understanding of the world and make us believe things that may not necessarily be true.
Overall, "What's Really Goin' Wrong" is a critique of the media's power to manipulate public perception and the dangers of blindly accepting what we see on screen. By using satire and humor, Sublime draws attention to this issue in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
Line by Line Meaning
Hahahah, (here it goes)
The singer is laughing to start off the song and prepare the audience for what's coming next.
Good evening ladies and gentlemen, Welcome to tonights presentation, Its brought to you by us, And its non-fiction
The singer greets the audience and introduces the song as a non-fiction presentation brought to them by the band.
Everybody saw The last movie we made, And this one called 'What's really goin wrong'
The singer reminds the audience of the band's previous work and introduces their latest project, a film titled 'What's really goin' wrong.
What is really, what is really goin' wrong Well what is really, what is really goin' wrong
The artist repeats the title of the film, emphasizing its importance and asking the audience what is truly going wrong in the world.
Sublime in the place livin' up chickens creation In 1996 to make you buy this cinematation, This is what they, agree to show to you, It's not really the truth, But you'll believe it through and through
The artist acknowledges the band's presence and introduces the film as a creation designed to make people want to buy it. However, it is not completely truthful and people will believe it regardless.
What is really, What is really goin' wrong What is really, What is really goin' wrong
The singer repeats the question of what is going wrong, implying that there are multiple things to consider.
What is really, what is really Goin' wrong What is really goin' wrong
The singer repeats the title of the film once again, emphasizing its importance and questioning what is truly happening in the world.
What is really, what is really goin' wrong What is really, (what is really), What is really, what is really goin' wrong
The artist repeats the question of what is going wrong, once again emphasizing its importance and significance.
What is really goin' wrong What is really, what is really goin' wrong
The artist repeats the title once more, encouraging the audience to consider what is truly happening in the world.
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Written by: MATT WILLEY
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