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Formed in 1999, The Apex Theory began as a local act not interested in being signed, only to have numerous labels contact them due to word of mouth. Three of the original band members (former vocalist Ontronik "Andy" Khatchaturian, bassist David Hakopyan and guitarist and current vocalist Art Karamian) are Armenian by heritage.
In 2000 the band released an independent EP entitled Extendemo, which resulted in their signing to Dreamworks Records in early 2001. Shortly thereafter, the band entered the studio with Don Gilmore (whose credits include the likes of Linkin Park, Velvet Revolver and Avril Lavigne), who produced their self-titled major-label debut EP, and their full-length debut, Topsy-Turvy, which were released on October 9, 2001 and April 2, 2002, respectively. The band's first (and only) singles, "Shhh... (Hope Diggy)" and "Apossibly" garnered the band mainstream success as both were featured extensively in MTV2's rotation. "Apossibly" was also used in promotion of the videogame Minority Report: Everybody Runs.
The band toured for a good portion of the next few years in support of their major-label albums, first playing Vans Warped Tour and co-headlining MTV2's Tour with Lostprophets in 2001. In the summer of 2002, the band played on the second stage of Ozzfest.
Later in 2002, vocalist Ontronik "Andy" Khachaturian (who previously played drums for System of a Down before founding The Apex Theory) left the band due to differences in musical opinions. Khachaturian is currently involved in a solo project and a band dubbed VoKEE. After searching for a replacement, the remaining members decided to continue as a three-piece outfit, with guitarist Art Karamian taking responsibility for vocal duties as well.
The Apex Theory officially resurfaced in 2004, self-releasing their latest EP, inthatskyissomethingwatching. Though the band has not embarked on a national tour as of yet, they have successfully played countless shows in their home state of California.
On June 30, 2006, the band announced the completion of their first full-length album without their former vocalist, Ontronik. The album was titled Faces, and was released under the band name Mt. Helium.
Band members
Current lineup (2002 to Present)
* Art Karamian (Vocals, Guitar)
* David Hakopyan (Bass)
* Sammy J. Watson (Drums)
Previous lineup (1999 to 2002)
* Ontronik "Andy" Khatchaturian (Vocals)
* Art Karamian (Guitar)
* David Hakopyan (Bass)
* Sammy J. Watson (Drums)
Discography
* Extendemo (2000)
* The Apex Theory (2001)
* Topsy-Turvy (2002)
* inthatskyissomethingwatching (2004)
* Lightpost [EP] (2007)
* (as Mt. Helium) Faces (2007)
Shhh...
The Apex Theory Lyrics
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Shhh... diggy
Last without their (x4)
Some people have the tendency
Of sucking the life out of me
Try and fill me with forthcomings
Excess is the way of the wise
A thousand rambles in a second
Tiny tip is tired and will not tolerate toilet tokens
Until he is "Topsy-Turvey"
So stop the torment, you TRAITORS!
I can't take the squeaks anymore
Than I can't take you
I'm sure your sick of me
Well I'm sick of you too
Haven't gone far enough my friend
If you'll send we'll understand
Enter the choice
And avoid the void
Your safe with the flag...
(...cha...)
Local lopsided judges lure lunacy over
Loony loud lumpy loopholes
With lingo that's loathsome and
Shady shameless shamsters
Shake and shape shaggy young people
With sharp teeth...
On shelves of ship-shaped sharp-eyed shop-owners
While customers consume
Large quantities of curiously cultivated curtains
Crossed and crooked
Atop a crushed ice-maker
I can't take the squeaks anymore
Than I can't take you
I'm sure your sick of me
Well I'm sick of you too
Haven't gone far enough my friend
If you'll send we'll understand
Enter the choice
And avoid the void
Your safe with the flag...
Hope diggy
Shhh... diggy
Last without their (x8)
I can't take the squeaks anymore
Than I can't take you
I'm sure your sick of me
Well I'm sick of you too
Haven't gone far enough my friend
If you'll send we'll understand
Enter the choice
And avoid the void
Your safe with the flag...
Safe with the flag...
Hope diggy
Shhh... diggy
Last without their (x2)
The lyrics of The Apex Theory's song "Shhh..." are cryptic and difficult to interpret. The song seems to be about the frustrations of dealing with people who drain your energy and are insincere. The opening lines, "Hope diggy, Shhh... diggy, Last without their," create a sense of urgency and tension. It feels like a warning to stay quiet and watch your back.
The chorus of the song is catchy and emphasizes the singer's frustration with the situation. He can't take the "squeaks" anymore, which could represent the irritating noises and behavior of the people around him. He's sick of them and wants to escape their influence. He urges the listener to "Enter the choice and avoid the void." This could mean that the only way to break free from this toxic environment is to make a conscious effort to choose a different path.
The verses of the song are more abstract and less straightforward. They mention people who are "luring lunacy" and using "loopholes" to get what they want. There are also references to "tiny tips" and "toilet tokens," which could be interpreted in a few different ways. Overall, the song seems to be about the frustrations of dealing with people who don't have your best interests at heart, and the desire to break free from their influence.
Line by Line Meaning
Hope diggy
I am hoping for something better
Shhh... diggy
Please be quiet and listen to what I have to say
Last without their (x4)
It is difficult to survive without the help of others
Some people have the tendency
There are certain individuals who always bring me down
Of sucking the life out of me
These people take away my energy and motivation
Try and fill me with forthcomings
They promise me success, but their words are empty
Excess is the way of the wise
People who have everything believe that they deserve more
Even when they are left alone one hand's on rye
Even when they are alone, they still enjoy indulging in excess
A thousand rambles in a second
Their words are meaningless and unending
Tiny tip is tired and will not tolerate toilet tokens
My patience for their shallow promises has run out
Until he is "Topsy-Turvey"
I want them to experience what it is like to have their world turned upside down
So stop the torment, you TRAITORS!
I am fed up with being lied to and misled
Local lopsided judges lure lunacy over
The people in positions of power are not always fair or rational
Loony loud lumpy loopholes
There are faults and inconsistencies everywhere
With lingo that's loathsome and
The language used to deceive is disgusting
Shady shameless shamsters
The people responsible for these deceits have no remorse
Shake and shape shaggy young people
They manipulate and control young and vulnerable individuals
With sharp teeth...
They are ruthless and will stop at nothing to get what they want
On shelves of ship-shaped sharp-eyed shop-owners
These manipulators are everywhere, always watching and waiting
While customers consume
The people who are being manipulated do not even realize it
Large quantities of curiously cultivated curtains
They are distracted by things that are not important
Crossed and crooked
In many cases, the rules and regulations are not fair or do not make sense
Atop a crushed ice-maker
These manipulations are happening all around us, even in mundane places
Your safe with the flag...
You are safe as long as you follow the rules and do not question the authority
I can't take the squeaks anymore
I am sick and tired of the lies and deceptions
Than I can't take you
I can no longer tolerate the people who are responsible for the deception
I'm sure your sick of me
They are probably sick of me speaking out against them
Well I'm sick of you too
I am sick and tired of their manipulation and lies
Haven't gone far enough my friend
I will continue to speak out against this corruption
If you'll send we'll understand
If they want to come clean, I will be willing to forgive them
Enter the choice
It is up to them to decide whether or not to continue with these deceptions
And avoid the void
If they choose to stop, it will prevent further damage and harm
Your safe with the flag...
As long as they follow the rules and do not question the authority, they will be safe
Contributed by Benjamin W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@megaboxxx
People have the tendency
Of sucking the life out of me
Try and fill me with forthcomings
Excess is the way of the wise
Even when they are left alone
One hand on rye
A thousand rambles in a second
Tiny tip is topsy turvy
So stop the torment you traitors
I can't take the squeaks anymore
Than I can't take you
I'm sure you're sick of me
Well I'm sick of you too
Haven't you gone far enough my friend
If you send we'll understand
Enter the voice and avoid the void
You're safe with the flag
Local lopsided judges lure lunacy
Over loony loud lumpy loopholes
With lingo that's loathsome
And shade shameless shamsters
Shake and shape shaggy
Young people with sharp teeth
On shelves of ship shaped
Sharpened shop owners
While customers consume large quanties
Of curiously cultivated curtains
Alongside crowds of crude oils
Crossed and crooked
Atop a crushed icemaker
I can't take the squeaks anymore
Than I can't take you
I'm sure you're sick of me
Well I'm sick of you too
Haven't you gone far enough my friend
If you send we'll understand
Enter the choice and avoid the void
You're safe with the flag
Hope diggy da
Diggy da
Ras ta dan teh
I can't take the squeaks anymore
Than I can't take you
I'm sure you're sick of me
Well I'm sick of you too
Haven't you gone far enough my friend
If you send we'll understand
Enter the choice and avoid the void
You're safe with the flag
@StevenMartinOfficial
if you're listening to apex in 2024 you're probably old enough to remember when MTV played music videos 🔥
@musicismypassion4901
Yes! I found them from my dad and love ‘em
@86TheMedia
30 years old and still love this band
@RealRain89
It was mtv2
@GandonTV
16 old , only 2022 i know this band ❤️🇷🇺
@arcticfffox
Sure I'm old enough but we didn't have MTV and this didn't make it to German music TV channels. But SOAD did and I got here through them now in 2022. :D And here I am thinking about how funny it is how fame and promo worked back then.
@Anonymmify
Haha what a trip. Saw these guys at Ozzfest 2002, when I was 11. After their set I was the only person who went to their merch tent. Bought their CD, and Andy wrote on the front booklet "NATE- Thanks for supporting our little band!". I was like, shaking, because I'd seen them on MTV2 and when you're 11 you think everyone on TV is a rock star. Then he and Dave drew sharpie sleeve tats on my mom. Pretty much the coolest dudes ever. That was a good day.
@SS-kz7td
Love reading stories like these. Cheers.
@johnholmeswebb8162
I saw them that year at ozzfest too, in camden N.J.
They had technical difficulties for half of their set time.
Me and my friend tried to say hi to the singer and guitarist when they were walking past us, and they just looked at us and kept walking.
@johnholmeswebb8162
@@eatmyassmoore764
The singer used to be the drummer for system of a down.