Sublime with Rome performed their first gig together in February 2009 near Gaugh's home in Nevada, followed by an appearance at Cypress Hill's Smokeout Festival in San Bernadino that October. On April 20, 2010, the band embarked on their first-ever US tour with dates going into that fall. After positive reaction on the road, Sublime with Rome released a debut album on Fueled By Ramen records in July 2011.
In December 2011, Bud Gaugh revealed in an interview that he would be leaving Sublime With Rome and KROQ's Accoustic Christmas would be his last show. He saying he wanted to go home and spend more time with his family. He later went on to say "It was really good for the first few months, after that, it just felt wrong. Not playing the songs but playing them with the name Sublime, without Brad." When asked if he saw the band reuniting in the future Gaugh replied "No, I am done with SWR. I would be into playing music with Eric Wilson, however." He was replaced by Josh Freese.
PCH
Sublime with Rome Lyrics
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To see that everything's alright
My vocal chords are healing
From arguing with you all night
Wait a minute 'cause girl
I mean it when I say
I got to have you
'Cause it's my way
Or Pacific Coast Highway
Either way you won't find me
And you don't care
Because it's my way
Or Pacific Coast Highway
I hit the road, you won't find me
And that's all you know
The shell remains been broken
Every word has been said
I'm ready to give you the reigns and control
But not my head
Wait a minute, wait a minute 'cause girl
I mean it when I say
I've got to have you
And oh, you're going to have to change
If you're gonna stay
Oh yes indeed
'Cause it's my way
Or Pacific Coast Highway
Either way you won't find me
And you don't care
Because it's my way
Or Pacific Coast highway
I hit the road you won't find me
And that's all you know
I thought you might like to know
Well I've been doin' just fine
Walkin' on my own lately, yeah
Ooh oh , the sun has been shining down on me
Telling me to walk away
Walk away, walk away, ooh oh
If only it were that easy
Then I would be far away
'Cause it's my way
Or Pacific Coast Highway
Either way you won't find me
And you don't care
I tried to show you
But you never gave reasons
Your attitude's like the seasons
That's all you know
'Cause it's my way
Or Pacific Coast Highway
Either way you won't find me
And you don't care
Tried to show you
But you never gave reasons
Your attitude's like the seasons
And that's all you know
The lyrics to Sublime with Rome's song PCH are about a relationship in which the singer has had enough of the arguing and is ready to hit the road. The first verse describes how the singer and their partner have opened their eyes to see that "everything's alright," but then goes on to reference a past argument that has caused damage to the singer's vocal chords. Despite this, the singer states that they have to have their partner, but it must be on their terms - either "my way or Pacific Coast Highway." The second verse continues in this theme of wanting control over the relationship, stating that the singer is ready to give their partner "the reins and control, but not my head." The bridge suggests that the singer has been trying to walk away, but it's not as easy as it sounds. The chorus is repeated throughout the song, with the singer emphasizing that it's their way or the highway.
The song can be interpreted as a representation of the power dynamics in a relationship. The singer desires control and puts their foot down with the ultimatum of "my way or the highway." However, it also seems that the singer is hesitant to completely let go of their partner, as they constantly repeat that they "have to have" them. Ultimately, the singer feels that the only option is to hit the road and escape the situation, but recognizes that it's not as simple as just walking away.
Line by Line Meaning
We opened up our eyes girl
We have finally become aware of the situation, dear.
To see that everything's alright
We now know that everything is in order.
My vocal chords are healing
My voice is recovering from the long and intense argument we had last night.
From arguing with you all night
Because we fought so much during the previous evening.
Wait a minute 'cause girl
Hold on, my love,
I mean it when I say
I am serious when I express myself.
I got to have you
I need you, baby.
Oh yes, indeed
Absolutely.
'Cause it's my way
I am not willing to compromise.
Or Pacific Coast Highway
I'll leave and go wherever I want.
Either way you won't find me
You won't be able to control me.
And you don't care
It doesn't matter to you.
Because it's my way
I am firm in my decision.
I hit the road, you won't find me
I'm gone, you won't catch me.
And that's all you know
That's the extent of your knowledge.
The shell remains been broken
The surface of our relationship is damaged.
Every word has been said
We have exhausted every angle of our disagreement.
I'm ready to give you the reigns and control
I'm willing to let you take charge of this situation.
But not my head
But I'm not willing to give up my independence or dignity.
I've got to have you
I need you for this to work out.
And oh, you're going to have to change
You need to make some adjustments.
If you're gonna stay
If you want to remain in this relationship.
I thought you might like to know
I figured I'd keep you informed.
Well I've been doin' just fine
I'm doing well on my own.
Walkin' on my own lately, yeah
I've been going solo for a while now.
Ooh oh, the sun has been shining down on me
I feel so alive, so positive.
Telling me to walk away
I'm getting signs that it's time to move on.
Walk away, walk away, ooh oh
To go, go, go and never look back.
If only it were that easy
But it's not simple like that.
Then I would be far away
I'd be long gone by now.
I tried to show you
I attempted to demonstrate.
But you never gave reasons
But you refused to provide an explanation or justification.
Your attitude's like the seasons
Your behavior changes as frequently as the seasons.
And that's all you know
That's all there is to it.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bud Graugh, Eric Wilson, Jack Maness, Louis Richards, Roman Ramirez
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Shae Tagami
Sublime isn't the same without Brad. but that doesnt mean its bad. I absolutely love Rome and im glad Sublime lives on <3
KennyW1983
This is my favorite song off the album. Rome is not Brad, people need to realize that. Its not a competition between them, Brad is a legend and always will be.
Kristi Cook
LOVE IT!!
Orquidea Lemus
I watch this about 10xs thru out the day & everyday I'm in love with this song. 💓
James Spurlock
When the album first came out it was one of my least fav songs. Now it's my fav over all the rest. Love it!!!! The new Sublime is not much like the old, but that's what I love about it. They aren't trying to be that. They are doing what's natural. Respect.
Dave McGuire
Best song in the Sublime catalog ...
Dirk Strider
I'm pretty sure that Rome knows he's not Brad, but he still does his best, and he's a great singer and a great guy, no, sublime isn't exactly the same, but that's really expected. Would you rather sublime broke up? I didn' think so. It still has a great Ska vibe to it, still makes you wanna go to the beach, and just great music, if you really don't like it, then don't listen. Its that simple. No need to come be a douchebag.
Bryan Smart
He's my boy
Spencer Hartlage
I have a couple buddies bent out of shape about Rome....... I'm like dudes the band is called sublime with Rome and he rocks.... what did u want a complete replication of sublime ? Wtf Rome kicks ass
Phillip Wells
Loving is what sublime forever has...(GOT)