The group was formed in late 1996, and has had a relatively steady line-up ever since. They played many shows in the Toronto, Ontario region, eventually deciding to start recording.
In 1998, The Salads entered the studio for the first time, and recorded their debut full-length album, titled "Meanwhile...The Salads". The album went relatively unnoticed, as the band was just beginning to make a real name for themselves. However, the group went on, and continued to write new music, culminating with the release of an EP, "Who's That?", in 2001, and a second full-length album, "Fold A to B", in 2003.
This album had a much bigger impact than the self-titled debut. Catchy songs such as "Get Loose" and "The Roth Kung Fu" allowed the band to break through and get some airplay throughout Canada. Indeed, the first single, "Get Loose", was featured in a Labatt Blue commercial, which allowed the band to gain an even bigger fanbase. At this point, back-up vocalist Libydo left the band, for personal reasons. The band embarqued on a massive worldwide tour, which ended with a few dates in Australia, in October 2005.
In November 2005, the band re-entered the studio, and began recording their third full-length album, "The Big Picture". By January 2006, the album was completed. The band began a small tour of the province to try out the new material, and then released the album on May 9th. The first single from the album, "Growing Up", is currently a mild succes, and is getting a decent amount of airplay, as well as being featured on MuchMusic, MTV, and more.
Got No Love
The Salads Lyrics
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There once was this kid I knew of
Not even that long ago
One night he found a new love
Keeping his nose white as snow
"Hey man, It's not a problem"
Is one of his many lies
Through his watering eyes
It must be kool
If everyone's doin' it
(It must be kool! It must be kool!)
It must be kool
But my heart's not into it
I got no love for you (got no love)
If you don't love yourself (must be kool! must be!)
I got no love for you (must be kool)
If you don't love yourself
White lines and pills are popping
To celebrate a Saturday
He's on a roll - There ain't no stopping
Deliberately mashing up his brain
Pull back the curtains from my window
Yellow tape and flashing lights
I like to think I could have helped him
But no baby - Not tonight
It must be kool
If everyone's doin' it
(It must be kool! It must be kool!)
It must be kool
But my heart's not into it
I got no love for you (got no love)
If you don't love yourself (must be kool! must be!)
I got no love for you (must be kool)
If you don't love yourself
I got no love for you (got no love)
If you don't love yourself (must be kool! must be!)
I got no love for you (must be kool)
If you don't love yourself
It must be kool (got no love)
If everyone's doin' it
(It must be kool! It must be kool!)
It must be kool (must be kool)
But my heart's not into it - oh yeah
I got no love for you (got no love)
If you don't love yourself (must be kool! must be!)
I got no love for you (must be kool)
If you don't love yourself
I got no love for you (got no love)
If you don't love yourself (must be kool! must be!)
I got no love for you (must be kool)
If you don't love yourself
So love yourself and get what you deserve
If you love yourself you'll get what you deserve
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The Salads' song "Got No Love" is a cautionary tale about the dangerous allure of drug use and the importance of self-love. The lyrics tell the story of a young man who becomes addicted to drugs and begins to spiral out of control. The singer tries to intervene and help the young man, but he is unable to break free from the cycle of addiction. The chorus emphasizes the importance of self-love and the dangers of trying to fit in with the crowd. The lyrics suggest that those who don't love themselves are more susceptible to the negative influences of others.
The opening lines of the song set the stage for the rest of the story by introducing us to the young man who falls victim to drug addiction. The line "Not even that long ago" suggests that this could happen to anyone and that it's not too late to turn things around. The line "Keeping his nose white as snow" is a reference to cocaine use and suggests that the young man is using drugs to escape his problems. The line "Through his watering eyes" suggests that he is already experiencing the negative effects of drug use.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of self-love and how it can protect someone from harmful influences. The repetition of the phrase "It must be kool" suggests that peer pressure and the desire to fit in can be strong motivators for drug use. The line "But my heart's not into it" suggests that the singer has already rejected this kind of behavior and is urging others to do the same.
Line by Line Meaning
There once was this kid I knew of
The singer talks about a person in their past
Not even that long ago
It wasn't too far in the past
One night he found a new love
He began to use drugs
Keeping his nose white as snow
He snorted cocaine
"Hey man, It's not a problem"
He brushed off any concerns about his drug use
Is one of his many lies
He frequently lied about his drug use
Never seen a reason to solve 'em
He didn't think drug addiction was a problem
Through his watering eyes
He was high and teary-eyed
It must be kool
The singer addresses the idea that drug use is cool
If everyone's doin' it
If everyone is using drugs
(It must be kool! It must be kool!)
It is sarcastic repetition of the idea that drug use is cool
But my heart's not into it
The singer doesn't believe drug use is cool or worth it
If you don't love yourself
The singer explains why they have no love for someone
White lines and pills are popping
The person is using cocaine and pills
To celebrate a Saturday
They are using drugs on a weekend night
He's on a roll - There ain't no stopping
The person is addicted and continues to use drugs
Deliberately mashing up his brain
The person is purposely damaging their own brain with drug use
Pull back the curtains from my window
The singer is reflecting on the situation and their ability to help
Yellow tape and flashing lights
A possible reference to a crime scene or emergency response
I like to think I could have helped him
The singer believes they could have made a positive impact
But no baby - Not tonight
But unfortunately, it is too late
So love yourself and get what you deserve
The singer offers advice to love oneself
If you love yourself you'll get what you deserve
If someone loves themselves, good things will come to them
Contributed by Lucas N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@davidescareno6253
Dame un 'e poco love with some Hennessy
You know I like it when you're mad at me
I know you're with him pero ven aquí
I know you're with him but you're callin' me
[Verse 1: 2 Chainz]
(Yah! 2 Chainz)
You the type of person eat your salad 'fore your soup (woah)
You the type of person, don't want no crib but want a coupe (goddamn)
Got your priorities twisted like some dreadlocks (dreadlocks)
Gucci coat deadstock
Got the Henny in a headlock (yah)
Ain't no comparin' me
The glare on me is rarity
VVS my clarity (clarity)
Ugly sweater charity (okay)
Dark liquor mafia
I see you through my ocular
I'm poppin' shit, I'm popular
My heart is on Antarctica (tell 'em)
Now hollup, let me start it up
Ain't no way you starvin' us
Money long as MARTA bus
I'm drawin' down the art of war
Hundred K, my Audemars
Fuck her 'til her body sore
Then I got her tits done
I took her to the body store (tru)
Doin' things she ain't ever tried before (tried)
Drivin' cars she'll never drive no more (drive)
And I just checked my inventory
Man, I got a lot in store
Yeah, I got a lot to pour, uh
Brought diamond rings to court, uh
Nothin' they seen before, mm
I'm on a team that score, mm
[Chorus: A.CHAL]
Dame un 'e poco love with some Hennessy
You know I like it when you're mad at me
I know you're with him pero ven aquí
I know you're with him but you're callin' me
[Verse 2: A.CHAL]
In Miami on a Monday
Fucked up, thinkin' where my life went
With her and she like Mariah
Canta when I get inside her
Mira allí I know
I don't call back, yeah it's me, I know
I've been so gone since when we last spoke
Doin' what we did since when we last spoke
[Chorus: A.CHAL & Nicky Jam]
Dame un 'e poco love with some Hennessy
You know I like it when you're mad at me
I know you're with him pero ven aquí
I know you're with him but you're callin' me
[Verse 3: Nicky Jam]
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yo soy tu gallo, mami, y tú eres mi polla
You like it, baby, when I give you salsa Goya
Tú no sabe' con el loco que te enrolla'
Yo te complazco pero el otro a ti te agobia
Love and some Hennessy
Yo sé como llevarte al éxtasis
I know you got a man, but I'm all you need
Before you never wanted love, now you callin' me
[Chorus: A.CHAL]
Dame un 'e poco love with some Hennessy
You know I like it when you're mad at me
I know you're with him pero ven aquí
I know you're with him but you're callin' me
Dame un poco love with some Hennessy
You know I like it when you're mad at me
I know you're with him pero ven aquí
I know you're with him but you're callin' me
[Bridge: A.CHAL]
Woah, woah, woah
Fuego, fuego
Tú lo haces, pones to', to', to'
En mí, delante, and I want it
I'm the goat, goat, goat
When it comes to me and you, me tienes loco-co
Yo te busco en la noche, baby
Woah, woah, woah
Fuego, fuego
Tú lo haces, pones to', to', to'
En mí, delante, and I want it
I'm the goat, goat, goat
When it comes to me and you, me tienes loco-co
Yo te busco en la noche, baby
[Chorus: A.CHAL & Nicky Jam]
Dame un 'e poco love with some Hennessy
You know I like it when you're mad at me
I know you're with him pero ven aquí
I know you're with him but you're callin' me
[Outro: Nicky Jam]
Así que mami pide, ah, mami pide
Dale mami, pide, ah
Me gusta cuando pides
Mami dale, pide'
Lo que quiera', pide, auh
@GameStarTutosYMas
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@kasjames3161
The fact that most of his music is still hidden from the world and some of its finally on the radio 😊
@smithhuamanihilario3417
Me acabo de enterar que A.CHAL es peruano 🇵🇪🇵🇪🇵🇪 , mis respetos por cantar con 2 Chainz y Nicky Jam 👍 talento único !!!
@user-nc3jj3yc1v
I like the sound❤
@skinnyslim4056
Much love mad respect would love to see this preformed live in concert!!!
@eastoaklanderica
This shit go! Heard it on the radio today and loved it right away 💕💕
@diegovasquez6409
2019 and this is still on my playlist. Bumping this in my car.
@diegofabianchambiromero6514
¡¡Grande!!, ¡Orgullo peruano 🇵🇪🔥!!
@Chocolataa
Yasssssss!!! This is such a great song! I love how the Latino industry and Americans are getting together and doing music together!!! #IssaHellYessForMe
@eriktrejo7638
Whata that mean ?!?!