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.
Safe And Sound
Sublime with Rome Lyrics
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Turn the bass up
Take a look around
Take a look around
Feeling like I'm safe and sound
Nobody can say
Nobody can say
DJ bring the noise
DJ
DJ bring the noise
Sacking for all the girls and boys
DJ play the song that gets me going
Till I don't wanna do it no more
Hey
Oh
We gonna bring the 808 to rock the show
We gonna bring turn up the bass up if you want some more
DJ turn it up
Infecting all the sound waves
You got all this movies
You got all this groovy
Feeling like there is no other way
I don't wanna stop
I don't wanna stop
Feeling like I have no cares
All my friends are away
My family momma
I'm never coming down from here
Hey
Oh
We gonna bring the 808 to rock the show
Hey
Oh
We gonna bring turn up the bass up
If you want some more
Hey
Oh
We gonna bring the fucking 808 you know
Hey
Oh
We gonna bring turn up the bass up
If you want some more
Take a look around
Take-a-take a look around
We got the 808 spin
Fuck the police
Trying to shut us down
Well I'm hesitant to turn it up
The residents won't give a fuck
No police will interrupt
No police will interrupt
No police will interrupt
Oh you want some more?
Hey
Oh you want some more?
Oh
Oh you want some more?
God!
Let's go
We got it
Turn the bass up
These lyrics from Sublime with Rome's song "Safe and Sound" describe a feeling of safety and freedom while listening to music. The opening lines of "we got it" and "turn the bass up" indicate that the music is playing and setting the scene for the rest of the song. The main singer then sings about looking around and feeling safe and sound, with nobody able to tell him or her to leave. The DJ is asked to play the song that gets them going until they don't want to dance anymore.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the power of the music, with the lyrics "we gonna bring the 808 to rock the show" and "turn up the bass up if you want some more." The 808 refers to the Roland TR-808 drum machine, which creates a distinctive bass-heavy sound. Throughout the song, there is a sense of rebellion against authority, with the lyrics "fuck the police" and "no police will interrupt." The song ends with the singer daring the police to try to shut them down, indicating that the feeling of safety and freedom is important regardless of the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
We got it
We have what we need to have a good time
Turn the bass up
Increase the volume of the music's bass component
Take a look around
Look at the environment and atmosphere
Take a look around
Look at the environment and atmosphere
Feeling like I'm safe and sound
Feeling secure and at ease
Nobody can say
No one has the authority to tell me what to do
Nobody can say
No one has the authority to tell me what to do
Oh you gotta leave these grounds
Someone is asking me to depart from where I am
DJ bring the noise
DJ play the music loudly and energetically
DJ
Addressing the DJ
DJ bring the noise
DJ play the music loudly and energetically
Sacking for all the girls and boys
Asking the DJ to play music that appeals to everyone
DJ play the song that gets me going
Requesting the DJ to play a song that excites me
Till I don't wanna do it no more
Continuing to enjoy the music for as long as possible
Hey
Addressing someone
Oh
Expressing excitement
We gonna bring the 808 to rock the show
They plan to use an electronic 808 drum machine to enhance the music and create a great show
We gonna bring turn up the bass up if you want some more
They plan to turn up the bass to make the music more intense
DJ turn it up
Asking the DJ to increase the music's volume
Infecting all the sound waves
Their music is spreading to everyone who can hear it
You got all this movies
The listener has access to a lot of things
You got all this groovy
The listener is in possession of something appealing
Feeling like there is no other way
Sensing that this is the best course of action to take
I don't wanna stop
I don't want the music to end
I don't wanna stop
I don't want the music to end
Feeling like I have no cares
Feeling worry-free
All my friends are away
All of the singer's friends are not present
My family momma
Addressing their mother in a colloquial way
I'm never coming down from here
I plan to stay in this state of enjoyment for a long time
Hey
Addressing someone else
Oh
Excited exclamation
We gonna bring the 808 to rock the show
The 808 drum machine will be used to make the show better
Hey
Addressing someone
Oh
Excited exclamation
We gonna bring turn up the bass up if you want some more
They will increase the bass if the listener wants more
Hey
Addressing someone
Oh
Excited exclamation
We gonna bring the fucking 808 you know
They plan to use a 808 drum machine to enhance the music
Hey
Addressing someone
Oh
Excited exclamation
We gonna bring turn up the bass up if you want some more
They will increase the bass if the listener wants more
Take a look around
Observe the surroundings, atmosphere, and environment
Take-a-take a look around
Encouraging someone to observe their surroundings
We got the 808 spin
They are using the 808 drum machine to enhance the music
Fuck the police
Expressing disdain and disregarding the authority of the police
Trying to shut us down
Police are attempting to stop the music
Well I'm hesitant to turn it up
The singer may be reluctant to increase the music's volume
The residents won't give a fuck
The neighbors or residents are unconcerned
No police will interrupt
Police will not interfere
No police will interrupt
Police will not interfere
No police will interrupt
Police will not interfere
Oh you want some more?
Asking if the listener wants more of a good thing
Hey
Addressing someone
Oh you want some more?
Asking if the listener wants more of a good thing
Oh
Excited exclamation
Oh you want some more?
Asking if the listener wants more of a good thing
God!
Expressions of excitement and enthusiasm
Let's go
Encouraging the continuation of the fun
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: AIMEE ALLEN, BUD GAUGH, BUD GRAUGH, ERIC WILSON, ROMAN RAMIREZ
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Brad Heathcote
this kid can sing. I love both versions of sublime. Essentially the backbone is the same. Ok, you wont get the drug fuelled lyrics, or same guitar playing, but I think Rome does a great job. I'm just annoyed I missed them when they came to australia.
glyde69
These guys are awesome. Been a fan since 40 oz, and to hear new shit is amazing. Saw an interview/concert on AUD HD and Rome is chill and humble. Keep rocking Sublime!
assmane999
One of my favourite songs of all time!!!!
bhgoat
Great song, been stuck in my head all day.
Leam la
3rd song I've heard from Rome no complaints its still sublime my favorite band is still around ohh yea, wish bradley never left, but rome is doing fucking good dont lie.
Charlie Walker
It's actually pretty good once you get used to it, Rome and bud are just experimenting with new kinds of music, but don't worry boys and girls, you know they'll be right back in that reggae groove and let the lovin' take ahold over them
Bambi Byrens
AIMEE & ROME rock with Sublime! I love it!
Mark Berman
I don't like most dubstep but this is pretty awesome! Glad that Sublime wasn't afraid of experimenting for this album!
ZolnierzPolski
Coming from a true Sublime fan, I completely respect Rome. He's no Bradley, but don't judge until you hear him live with the band. Best concert I've ever been to.
Mike Sain
Love it