Tim met ex-drummer Ben Davis during a cigarette break at school. Ben (who then played bass) and Tim started to play together on a regular basis until Tim invited Airin Older, a fellow classmate, to join. Ben was moved to the position of drummer and Airin filled in for Ben on bass. Marko DeSantis was added into the band after meeting Tim back stage at a Superdrag concert. The pair apparently met because Tim was wearing a suit that resembled the one Marko wore to the show. Tim asked Marko to join the band before even hearing Marko play a single note on the guitar.
In the Summer of 2004, the critically acclaimed "Vans Warped Tour" featured Sugarcult, who were, in fact, the final band to play at the year's tour.
After the tour, the Band teamed up with Green Day, and New Found Glory on their tour of the US, and were a huge success.
In 2006, The EA Games title "Burnout 3: Takedown" featured the song "Memory" from the Album "Palm Trees and Power Lines" and was an instant success.
After years of touring and recording, Ben was asked to leave the band due to his extensive alcoholism. Ben has said he would rather be sober out of the band than drunk and still in the band. Kenny Livingston was drafted into the band after recording Palm Trees And Power Lines and touring with the band.
Current Members
* Tim Pagnotta - Vocals/Guitar
* Marko DeSantis - Guitar
* Kenny Livingston - Drums
* Airin Older - Bass
Los Angeles
Sugarcult Lyrics
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And a job, job that gives me slack
And a car, car that won't break down
In the heat of Los Angeles
I want to go, go without a map
Far away, away, I won't get trapped
By the sound, a town, the sun beats down
In the heat of Los Angeles
One more holiday
I will not celebrate
I'm almost desperate
'Cause I'm down, I'm down, I'm so beat down
This city's killing me
I want, I want, I want everything
This city's killing me
In the heat of Los Angeles
I want a love, love that won't hit back
Want sex, sex without a catch
Want a face, to trust, to feel, to lust
In the heat of Los Angeles
Want to f, f, f this up
Gonna feel, feel, feel you up
Had enough, enough, enough, enough
In the heat of Los Angeles
This city's killing me
I want, I want, I want everything
This city's killing me
In the heat of Los Angeles
What has become of me?
I want, I want, I want everything
This city's killing me
(I want everything)
Come on, come on
It's alive and breathing
Come on, come on
Come alive today
Come on, come on
It's a heartless beating
The sun is burning down Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Los Angeles
I want a girl, girl that won't talk back
And a job, job that gives me slack
And a car, car that won't break down
In the heat of Los Angeles
Come on, come on
It's alive and breathing
Come on, come on
Come alive today
Come on, come on
It's a heartless beating
The sun is burning down
(This city's killing me)
Come on, come on
It's alive and breathing
Come on, come on
Come alive today
(This city's killing me)
Come on, come on
It's a heartless beating
The sun is burning down Los Angeles (One more holiday)
The sun is burning down Los Angeles (I will not celebrate)
[Repeat]
The lyrics of Sugarcult's song "Los Angeles" talk about the desire to find love, a stable job, and a reliable car in the city of Los Angeles. The singer is tired of the fast-paced life in the city and is searching for a way to escape without getting trapped. He longs for a life that is not bound by any rules, where he can go wherever he wants without a map. The artist talks about how the dream of the perfect life in Los Angeles is slowly killing him.
The chorus repeats the statement that the city is killing him and how he desires to have everything that the city has to offer. The songwriter tries to portray the desire for materialistic things and how they never seem to bring contentment. The song climaxes with the repetition of the line "The sun is burning down Los Angeles," which shows the agony and frustration that the artist feels while living in the city.
In conclusion, the lyrics of "Los Angeles" talk about the disillusionment that the singer feels while living in the city. He dreams of a life free of materialistic desires and emotions, where he can escape and relax. But unfortunately, the fast-paced Los Angeles lifestyle burdens him, and he feels trapped in the city.
Line by Line Meaning
I want a girl, girl that won't talk back
I desire a female partner who does not argue with me and is obedient.
And a job, job that gives me slack
I need a profession that provides me with flexibility and does not stress me out.
And a car, car that won't break down
I require a vehicle that works efficiently, especially during high temperatures in Los Angeles.
In the heat of Los Angeles
The demanding weather conditions in Los Angeles are relevant to all my requests.
I want to go, go without a map
I aspire to travel without an itinerary in mind and experience new adventures.
Far away, away, I won't get trapped
Traveling beyond Los Angeles would allow me to escape and avoid being stuck in a monotony of daily life.
By the sound, a town, the sun beats down
Los Angeles can be a noisy and suffocating place under the hot sun.
One more holiday
I have had enough of holidays and celebrations.
I will not celebrate
I refuse to participate in any more festivities.
I'm almost desperate
I am getting desperate due to the growing dissatisfaction with my life in Los Angeles.
'Cause I'm down, I'm down, I'm so beat down
I feel depressed, worn out, and severely defeated.
This city's killing me
Living in Los Angeles is draining and taking a toll on my mental and emotional well-being.
I want a love, love that won't hit back
I desire a romantic relationship where my partner does not abuse or criticize me.
Want sex, sex without a catch
I desire sexual intimacy with no strings attached.
Want a face, to trust, to feel, to lust
I crave a trustworthy partner, whom I find attractive on every level.
Want to f, f, f this up
I want to mess things up and create chaos.
Gonna feel, feel, feel you up
I am going to touch, sense, and explore my partner's body.
Had enough, enough, enough, enough
I cannot bear it anymore and have reached my limit.
What has become of me?
I wonderhow I turned into a person who is unhappy and dissatisfied with life in Los Angeles.
Come on, come on
The repetition of these words intensifies the plea to take action and bring about change.
It's alive and breathing
Despite the difficulties, Los Angeles remains a vibrant and energetic city.
Come alive today
Let us bring new life and energy to our lives and the city today.
It's a heartless beating
The city has a pulse, but it is cold and indifferent to our struggles.
The sun is burning down Los Angeles
The heat of the sun is oppressive and unrelenting in Los Angeles.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TIMOTHY PAGNOTTA, TOM HIGGENSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@TheRangerhero
2023 anyone?
@isaakmk
Yeees
@scorpion3128
This not being in GTA V is still a missed opportunity.
@robo_j22
+harris3693 Really?
@scorpion3128
I've seen the track list and heard every song and this wasn't in the game. Not unless it was added in the Xbox One, PS4, and PC releases.
@SuperHornetA51
+scorpion3128 The actual track list is mostly digusting. The only good songs being classic rock songs.
@robo_j22
TheStalker I like rebel radio
@georgesabb1890
7y later
i agree to gta vi
@Eric94ization
I live here and I love my beautiful city! It's a little expensive and the traffic sucks, but I forget about it because I can go to Universal Studios Hollywood, Santa Monica Beach/Pier, and a Lakers game all in one single day!!!! I love you, L.A.
@Fileaxx
living in a small town in the netherlands, I cannot imagine what it's like to live a big city. you'll probably have trouble sleeping due to the silence at night