In 2004, the Aggrolites released their debut album, Dirty Reggae, on local reggae label Axe Records. The album was recorded at Signet Studios in Los Angeles within one day, and each track was recorded in one take, with many lyrics improvised on the spot. In November 2004, the Aggrolites were featured on Hellcat Records compilation Give 'Em the Boot IV, and were officially signed to Hellcat in October 2005.
Their 2nd, Self-titled album The Aggrolites was released on the independent label Hellcat/Epitaph on May 9, 2006.. This sophomore album boasts 19 dirty reggae songs, including "Countryman Fiddle," and "Mr. Misery."
They released their 3rd album on June 5, 2007 called Reggae Hit L.A., which won an IGN award for Best Reggae Album of 2007.
The Aggrolites made an appearance on the Nick Jr. show Yo Gabba Gabba!, created by Christian Jacobs, lead singer of The Aquabats. Recorded their third song for the show "Animal Sounds", it aired during the debut week of season two.
Their 4th full-length album, aptly named IV (Hellcat Records), was released on June 9, 2009. IV debuted at #110 and peaked at #60 on the Top 200 CMJ Chart. IV also debuted at #37 on the Triple A CMJ Chart and #12 on the Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Commercial Alternative Specialty Show Album Chart.
Their newest album Rugged Road is set to be released on March 22, 2011.
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Mr. Misery
The Aggrolites Lyrics
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Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
Alright, do you see that?
Do you hear that?
Oh there goes Mr. Misery
I said breathing
Right on down your neck
Do you know him?
Do you hate him?
Cause you know that he don't like you
Can you tell him, you don't like him?
Oh no, cause hell he'll put you through
Here he come, Mr. Misery
To ruin the day
Turn the radio down
Don't be yourself
Cause he don't swing or sway
Nothing good now,
Not at all now
Can come out Mr. Misery's mouth
Only bad things
Like how he hates that
He hates everything
And everything
He's a whirl now
He's so ugly
Black and White
And everything so cold
When he's near you
You can really see
That all the blood in his body
Has sure turn cold
Stay away
Like we know you
Cause all you do
Is you make things worse
With what you put me through
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
Here he come, Mr. Misery
Get him out
Away from here
Cause now we doin' my way
Do you hear that?
Do you feel that?
Oh there goes Mr. Misery
Things are good now,
Cause he's gone now,
So, play that music
And lets party
Did he hate you
Yes he did now
Nothing good can come
Out of his whole life
Always bad things
And worse things
Cause he can talk
In time broad daylight
Stay away, Mr. Misery
Like we know you
Cause all you do
Is you make things worse
With what you put me through
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
The song "Mr. Misery" by The Aggrolites seems to be about a negative force or energy that follows people around like a shadow. The lyrics convey that this force, Mr. Misery, is a very unpleasant presence that brings negativity and pessimism wherever it goes. The song suggests that it's important to stay away from this kind of energy because it has the power to make things worse and affect one's mental and emotional state.
The song starts off with a catchy and upbeat chorus of “Hey! (Hey) Ah I said Hey! (Hey) Ah”. The lyrics then bring up Mr. Misery and ask if the listener can see him, hear him, or feel him. Mr. Misery is described as breathing down one's neck and being someone that hates everything and everyone. The lyrics imply that this negativity is contagious and that it can bring out the worst in people.
The song then shifts to a more positive note, suggesting that if Mr. Misery is kept away, things can be good and people can party and enjoy themselves. The message of the song seems to be that it's important to keep negativity at bay and focus on the positive aspects of life. Life is too short to let Mr. Misery bring us down.
Line by Line Meaning
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
The singer is addressing the audience with a declaration of urgency.
Alright, do you see that?
Do you hear that?
Oh there goes Mr. Misery
Can you feel him?
The singer alerts the listener to the presence of Mr. Misery and asks if they are aware of his negative energy.
I said breathing
Right on down your neck
The singer emphasizes the physical proximity of Mr. Misery and his ability to make his negative presence felt.
Do you know him?
Do you hate him?
Cause you know that he don't like you
Can you tell him, you don't like him?
Oh no, cause hell he'll put you through
The artist questions the listener's relationship with Mr. Misery, warns them of his dislike, and cautions against confrontation with him due to the harm he can cause.
Here he come, Mr. Misery
To ruin the day
Turn the radio down
Don't be yourself
Cause he don't swing or sway
The artist describes Mr. Misery's presence as ruinous and warns against doing anything enjoyable or expressive that might provoke his negativity.
Nothing good now,
Not at all now
Can come out Mr. Misery's mouth
Only bad things
Like how he hates that
He hates everything
And everything
The singer characterizes the essence of Mr. Misery as all-consuming negativity and pessimism.
He's a whirl now
He's so ugly
Black and White
And everything so cold
When he's near you
You can really see
That all the blood in his body
Has sure turn cold
The singer paints a vivid picture of Mr. Misery's aura and the physical effects it has on others.
Stay away
Like we know you
Cause all you do
Is you make things worse
With what you put me through
The artist again warns against interacting with Mr. Misery due to the harm he can cause, and implies that he has personal experience with this.
Here he come, Mr. Misery
Get him out
Away from here
Cause now we doin' my way
The artist takes action to remove Mr. Misery from their surroundings and reclaim control of the situation.
Things are good now,
Cause he's gone now,
So, play that music
And lets party
The artist celebrates Mr. Misery's absence and the return of positive energy by encouraging a joyful celebration.
Did he hate you
Yes he did now
Nothing good can come
Out of his whole life
Always bad things
And worse things
Cause he can talk
In time broad daylight
The singer reflects on the negative impact Mr. Misery had on their life and characterizes Mr. Misery as someone who is always negative and has the capacity to bring others down.
Stay away, Mr. Misery
Like we know you
Cause all you do
Is you make things worse
With what you put me through
The artist repeats their warning against interacting with Mr. Misery, emphasizing the personal harm he can cause.
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
I said Hey! (Hey)
Ah
The singer repeats their initial declaration of urgency to both open and close the song.
Contributed by Jasmine W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
William Rhodes
if the sound is turned off, someone might imagine they are playing something much more hardcore
Sth LDN QPR
@Violet Frankenstein this is hardcore
Violet Frankenstein
hahahah yes!!
Bulldog
I saw these guys live before a madness concert at the Manchester MEN, they were awesome :)
Gee 87
One of their best songs. Such a an amazing live band I must say, Saw them in SF twice.
Lexi Blackwell
They sound ten times better LIVE
Evan'sSipOfHistory
Sing like Toots! Rock on.
tsmitty87
these guys are an amzing band! I absolutely love their reggae/ska sound!
miloumpa
just saw them in athens, greece. such a kick ass live, such a dirty reggae vibe! just love 'em!
Carl Andrews
He needs to hike it up so he can have an easier time playing it too