Rooted in the Orange County community of Huntington Beach, California, founding band members Jared Watson and guitarist / vocalist Dustin Bushnell met in 1996 while in high school, embarking on a friendship based on music, as well as their shared passion for surfing, skating and the endless party of the laid-back SoCal lifestyle.
Early on, they spent many late nights jamming in Bushnell’s soundproof garage with a four-track recorder, writing unique acoustic hip-hop songs that featured reggae inflections. Inspired by the rock and reggae sounds of Bob Marley, Sublime, 311 and The Beastie Boys, the band’s music evolved into their distinct Dirty Heads style.
To complete the Dirty Heads’ sound, the duo added percussionist Jon Olazabal and drummer Matt Ochoa, both talented, experienced musicians. With a set of solid material, the Dirty Heads were further motivated to take their craft to the next level, and they began building a loyal fan base throughout the west coast, while performing acoustically at local bars and small music venues. As they started playing in neighboring Los Angeles, the band found it necessary to charter party buses so their fans could make the 30-mile trek to their shows.
Connecting with sought-after producers Steve Fox and Stan Frazier (Sugar Ray / Ashlee Simpson) the band worked long hours to polish their material and further develop their style. The Dirty Heads also recruited mixing engineer Mario Caldato Jr., best known for his work with the Beastie Boys, to add the finishing touches and create just the right blend.
The band’s highly-anticipated first full-length album is entitled, Any Port in the Storm (Released on EMG through Fontana, a division of Universal Music Group Distribution - September 2008). This debut features 14 tracks that are reminiscent of the upbeat, sun-soaked Southern California party energy. The first single is the optimistic, “Stand Tall.”
Any Port in the Storm also features one of the final recordings of the late music industry icon Billy Preston. Frequently referred to as “The Fifth Beatle,” Preston played on three tracks, including “Stand Tall,” “Chelsea,” and “Driftin.’ ” Other special guests on the album are drummer Josh Freese (A Perfect Circle, Sting, The Vandals), and veteran session percussionist Alex Acuna, whose A-list musician resume includes Peter Gabriel, Johnny Clegg, and Jackson Browne, to name only a few.
Recently, the band’s music has been attracting attention throughout the world of entertainment. Their songs have been featured in the movie and soundtrack for Surf’s Up (Sony 2007); and the television drama, Shark staring James Woods (CBS 2007. Actor Matthew McConaughey selected the band’s music to be in his upcoming film, Surfer Dude. In addition, the Dirty Heads can be heard in Tony Hawk’s Downhill Jam video game (Activision 2007), and several other music compilations and surf/skate videos. On the marketing side, the Dirty Heads have also been included in campaigns for Etnies Jeans and Vestal Watches.
Dirty Heads vocalist Jared Watson sums up their fun, uncomplicated style, “We want to be positive and entertain,” he says. “We just want to make you feel good.”
And who can’t dig that?
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Feeling Good
The Dirty Heads Lyrics
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Just live your life like you should and let your worries go
Keep your head up even if you're fed up
Things will never change if you run from what you're scared of
Just remember who you are and where you came from
If you get lost: count your steps and retrace 'em
Cause things change, but it ain't what defines you
Yeah, sometimes we need things that remind you
Even without light, you can always find me
Even when you're flying blind
I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
It feels good to get the demons out
A new day, a new dawn, beginning now
I feel I can do anything
Just need to believe in what got me here
So far, but so full of melody
And no time for my fucking with my enemy
Too business-minded, I'm full of energy
You get what you give, so I'mma give everything, yeah
Got me running for the summer man, yeah
And y'all can tell him that I'm coming man, yeah
Eyes redder than a blood moon
Y'all can try and hide, but the world gon' be mine soon
Even without light, you can always find me
Even when you're flying blind
I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
No reason, no reason
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
No reason to deny I'm feeling
I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason, no reason
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
In "Feeling Good," The Dirty Heads encourage their listeners to live their lives freely and with a positive outlook. They suggest that people should not allow themselves to be held back by fear as it is not something that truly defines them. They invite their listeners to always remember their roots and to never forget where they came from, even when times get tough. The chorus of the song is highly motivating as the band belts out that the world is theirs for the taking and that they are going to take it.
The "Two joints and a bottle of wine" line in the lyrics of Feeling Good aligns with the band's roots and reggae-infused sound. The Dirty Heads have been creating music in the alternative and reggae scene for over ten years, having formed in 2006 in California. They have been able to amass a substantial following over the years, and Feeling Good is an excellent representation of what the band encapsulates.
Line by Line Meaning
Feels good feeling good, man I told you so
I'm feeling great, and I knew I would be
Just live your life like you should and let your worries go
Don't stress about the small things, just live your life and be happy
Keep your head up even if you're fed up
Stay positive even when things get tough
Things will never change if you run from what you're scared of
You have to face your fears in order to grow and change
Just remember who you are and where you came from
Stay true to yourself and your roots
If you get lost: count your steps and retrace 'em
If you feel lost, take a step back and retrace your steps to find your way
Cause things change, but it ain't what defines you
Change is inevitable, but it doesn't have to change who you are
Yeah, sometimes we need things that remind you
We all need reminders of where we came from and who we are
I'm feeling good
I'm in a great mood
This world is mine for the taking
I can achieve anything I want in this world
I'm gonna take it
I'm going to seize the opportunities I'm given
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm being honest, I'm really feeling great
I'm gonna make this world mine
I'm going to make my own mark on this world
Two joints and a bottle of wine
I'm going to party and have a good time
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
I have no reason to hide my happiness
It feels like it's already mine
I feel like success is already within my grasp
It feels good to get the demons out
It's a relief to let go of negativity
A new day, a new dawn, beginning now
Every day is a fresh start to make a change
I feel I can do anything
I have the confidence to achieve my goals
Just need to believe in what got me here
Believe in yourself and the path that led you here
So far, but so full of melody
I've come a long way, but there's still room for growth
And no time for my fucking with my enemy
I won't waste my time on those who try to bring me down
Too business-minded, I'm full of energy
I'm focused on success and have a lot of drive
You get what you give, so I'mma give everything, yeah
I believe in the power of hard work and dedication
Got me running for the summer man, yeah
I'm excited for the opportunities that summer brings
And y'all can tell him that I'm coming man, yeah
I'm on my way to success and nothing can stop me
Eyes redder than a blood moon
I've been working hard and burning the midnight oil
Y'all can try and hide, but the world gon' be mine soon
I'm on the rise and nothing can stop me from achieving my goals
No reason, no reason
There's no reason to feel anything but happiness
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JARED WATSON, DUSTIN BUSHNELL, DAVID KAHNE, ANDREAS RAMIREZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@iosifalbu6854
Feels good feeling good, man I told you so
Just live your life like you should and let your worries go
Keep your head up even if you're fed up
Things will never change if you run from what you're scared of
Just remember who you are and where you came from
If you get lost: count your steps and retrace 'em
Cause things change, but it ain't what defines you
Yeah, sometimes we need things that remind you
Even without light, you can always find me
Even when you're flying blind
I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
It feels good to get the demons out
A new day, a new dawn, beginning now
I feel I can do anything
Just need to believe in what got me here
So far, but so full of melody
And no time for my fucking with my enemy
Too business-minded, I'm full of energy
You get what you give, so I'mma give everything, yeah
Got me running for the summer man, yeah
And y'all can tell him that I'm coming man, yeah
Eyes redder than a blood moon
Y'all can try and hide, but the world gon' be mine soon
Even without light, you can always find me
Even when you're flying blind
I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
No reason, no reason
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
No reason to deny I'm feeling...
I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason, no reason
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
@girabaldytasty6224
Feels good feeling good, man I told you so
Just live your life like you should and let your worries go
Keep your head up even if you're fed up
Things will never change if you run from what you're scared of
Just remember who you are and where you came from
If you get lost: count your steps and retrace 'em
Cause things change, but it ain't what defines you
Yeah, sometimes we need things that remind you
Even without light, you can always find me
Even when you're flying blind
I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
It feels good to get the demons out
A new day, a new dawn, beginning now
I feel I can do anything
Just need to believe in what got me here
So far, but so full of melody
And no time for my fucking with my enemy
Too business-minded, I'm full of energy
You get what you give, so I'mma give everything, yeah
Got me running for the summer man, yeah
And y'all can tell him that I'm coming man, yeah
Eyes redder than a blood moon
Y'all can try and hide, but the world gon' be mine soon
Even without light, you can always find me
Even when you're flying blind
I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
No reason, no reason
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
No reason to deny I'm feeling...
I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
I ain't going to lie, I'm feeling good
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna take it
I'm gonna make this world mine
Two joints and a bottle of wine
No reason, no reason
This world is mine for the taking
I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna take it this time
It feels like it's already mine
No reason to deny I'm feeling good
@jeng8851
this song always makes me feel better. it's all about peace and love
@MrSkylarvest
No time for fuckin with my enemy
@deannahogue902
This song is my go to when I need a mood boost!! Love it!!
@leetom2416
Deanna Hogue me too!
@falsaarjan278
either me
@soaringowl4221
Pulled me out of a lot of depressing times in my life. Love you guys 💚💚💚
@dwaynemcgee9033
Going thru a divorce and this song is clutch during these times
@donnaharman3819
Omg my feel good band. Keep dirty heads on 24/7. Love my boys Duddy and Dirty ❤❤❤❤ waiting for next concert hopefully soon. Best concert experience ever. Their fan base has the best crowd ever. Love you dirty heads
@Wallawalla518
I heard this song on mushrooms mixed with a light/laser show and it was the best experience ever!
@Snowcrash777
I bet you were "Feeling Good" lol. There's a Fungus Among Us :P