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1. Thomas Lee Bass (born October 3, 1962 in Athens, Greece), better known as Tommy Lee, is a Greek-born American rock and roll musician, best known as the drummer for the hard Rock band Mötley Crüe.
Early Life and Career
Lee was born in Athens, Greece. His mother, Vassilikki "Voula" Papadimitriou, was Miss Greece in 1957, and his father was David Lee Thomas Bass, a Welsh Army sergeant. His family moved to California a year after his birth. Lee received his first drum set when he was four. However he received his first real drum kit when he was a teenager. At that time, he was listening to Deep Purple, KISS, and Led Zeppelin. He joined the marching band at Royal Oak High School in Covina, CA, but dropped out of school in his senior year to focus on his musical career.
His first successful band was called Suite 19. With a fast guitarist named Greg Leon from La Cresenta, California, the group played the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles during the early '80s. At this time he met future band mate, Nikki Sixx. Casually, Sixx was forming a theatrical band that would specialize in anthemic heavy metal, and was impressed by Lee's playing. Sixx convinced Lee to leave Suite 19 and started playing together in what would end up being Mötley Crüe. At this time, he changed his name to Tommy Lee and earned the nickname "T-Bone" from Sixx. Shortly afterwards, guitarist Mick Mars joined the band. Mars recommended a singer Tommy met at high school, Vince Neil, who soon joined the group.
Mötley Crüe and stardom
Mötley Crüe quickly built a strong fan base and they released their debut album, Too Fast for Love in 1981, on their own independent label (Leathür Records). Elektra Records decided to sign the band shortly thereafter, reissuing their debut in 1982. The band then began a string of hit releases throughout the decade -- 1983's Shout at the Devil, 1985's Theater of Pain, 1987's Girls, Girls, Girls, and 1989's Dr. Feelgood -- establishing the quartet as one of the biggest hard rock/metal bands of the '80s. During this time, Lee used several memorable gimmicks during his drum solo at concerts, such as having his entire kit revolving and spinning, or having the entire kit float above the crowd while he continued to play.
As the popularity of the band rose, Lee also made the headlines with his numerous romantic involvements. He married stripper Elaine Irwin Bergen in 1984, but they divorced within a month. He married actress Heather Locklear in 1986, but they divorced in 1993 after he Lee's tryst with porn actress Debi Diamond.
Pam & Tommy Lee: Hardcore & Uncensored in 1995, he married actress Pam Anderson; they would have two children (Brandon Thomas, born July 5, 1996, and Dylan Jagger, born December 29, 1997). It was with Anderson that one of Lee's most famous incidents arose when one of their private videos was stolen in 1997. The couple had videotaped themselves on vacation, recording their sexual activities. The tape was widely circulated, and was one of the first examples of nude celebrities on the Internet. Anderson and Lee divorced in 1998, and he served four months in prison after pleading no contest to kicking Anderson in the back. While he was serving sentence, the couple officially divorced, although they reunited briefly upon his release.
Solo career
Lee also decided to leave Mötley Crüe during his stay in prison, and stuck to his promise after the completion of the Crüe's Greatest Hits tour in 1999. With the popularity of rap metal, Lee formed a band called Methods of Mayhem. The band released a self-titled album the same year and toured for it.
Although Lee distanced himself from Mötley Crüe after splitting, he agreed to take part in their 2001 autobiography, The Dirt. In addition to Mötley Crüe and Methods of Mayhem, Lee has made guest appearances on albums by other artists, such as Stuart Hamm, Nine Inch Nails and Rob Zombie. He also contributed a solo song, "Welcome to Planet Boom" to the soundtrack of then-wife Pamela Anderson's 1996 movie, Barb Wire, and produced an album for the pre-Goldfinger project from John Feldmann and Simon Williams, the Electric Love Hogs.
Also in 2001, four-year-old Daniel Karven-Veres drowned at Lee's Malibu, California, home during a birthday party for Lee's son Brandon. On April 17, 2003, a Superior Court jury took less than three hours to reject a wrongful death claim made by Daniel's parents, German actress Ursula Karven and TV producer James Veres. The suit accused Lee of negligence for failing to have a lifeguard or someone trained in CPR present during the birthday party.
Lee parted ways with Methods of Mayhem partner Tilo and began recording with members of Incubus. Shortly after, he started recording songs featuring himself almost exclusively, and he ended up releasing his first solo album. The album, 2002's Never a Dull Moment, had tones of rap metal and electronica, and featured little of the Mötley Crüe sound he was famous for.
Recent developments
Tommy Lee in NBC's Tommy Lee Goes to College.In 2004, Lee reunited with the original Mötley Crüe line-up to release the double-disc album hits entitled Red, White, and Crüe. They launched a monumental reunion tour to support it, The Red, White & Crüe Tour 2005: Better Live Than Dead, the band's first in six years. They also finished the year number 8 on the top concert money earners list. They played 81 shows and grossed $33 million US (Billboard Boxscore). This figure did not include a tour of Australia in December 2005.
Lee released his autobiography Tommyland in 2004. That year Lee briefly attended, but did not enroll in, the University of Nebraska for a few weeks in the fall of 2004, while filming a reality television show for NBC called Tommy Lee Goes to College. The show featured a "fish-out-of-water" premise as it followed Lee's effort to fit into the collegiate experience, including trying out for the band (as a drummer), taking courses in horticulture, chemistry, and literature, and receiving constant support from a sexy and smart tutor. Lee was also one of the producers of the reality TV show. At the same time, he released his new solo album, Tommyland: The Ride in August 2005. The CD featured the single, "Good Times". His new single, with video to be released soon, is "Hello, Again". This features Andrew McMahon from Something Corporate and Jack's Mannequin.
Tommy Lee was also a guest DJ at WXRK "K-Rock" in New York during the Fourth of July Monster Metal Meltdown in 2005.
He has formed a new band called Rock Star Supernova with Jason Newsted (Voivod, ex-Metallica) and Gilby Clarke (ex-Guns N' Roses). The 2006 season of Rock Star selected Lukas Rossi as the lead singer for Supernova. Dilana, the runner-up, accepted an offer to go on tour with Supernova along with assistance in producing an album of her own.
Lee is also the drummer for the alternative rock band Jack's Mannequin, which has released the album Everything in Transit.
Tommy Lee is a supporter of animal rights and PETA. He recently donated autographed drumsticks to support PETA's campaign against Kentucky Fried Chicken.
He was also shown on Comedy Central Of Pamela Anderson,where he was mad fun of his sex tape with Pam,he took all the jokes in a lighter vein.It showed his good side where he was laughed and laughed together.
2. Tommy Lee is a dancehall artist from Jamaica, known for his dark, horror film-influenced style.
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Say Goodbye
Tommy Lee Lyrics
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And its cold but I am walking
To the place where all roads meet
And its just the past and me
A tattoo and a scar
And the man in the tv
Every time I walk away I see a picture of a face
Now I stand here on my own
And I'm finally letting go
Its time to say goodbye
So down this road I travel now
Pass broken buildings where I look for truth, were they true to me, no
Every step is stepped with doubt
But still I walk here trying to find some peace
Will I find peace?
Every time I walk away I see a picture of a face
It's a photograph that makes me wonder why
Now I stand here on my own
And I'm finally letting go
Its time to say goodbye
Nothings gonna stand in my way
No, nothing no nothing will stand in my way
Nothings gonna stand in my way, yeah, hey
Every time I walk away I see a picture of a face
It's a photograph that makes me wonder why
Now I stand here on my own
And I'm finally letting go
Its time to say goodbye
Every time I walk away I see a picture of a face
It's a photograph that makes me wonder why
Now I stand here on my own
And I'm finally letting go
Its time to say goodbye
In "Say Goodbye," Tommy Lee walks down an empty street, reflecting on his past and contemplating his future. He's haunted by a photograph of a face, which is a reminder of the pain he's experienced. He's trying to find closure and let go of the past, and he realizes that the only way to do that is to say goodbye. As he walks, he passes broken buildings that were once a source of truth for him, but now he's questioning whether they were ever true to him at all.
The lyrics are full of powerful imagery and introspection. Tommy Lee draws us into his emotional journey as he confronts his past, acknowledges his pain, and finds the strength to move forward. The song is raw and visceral, with a sense of honesty and vulnerability that is both refreshing and inspiring.
Overall, "Say Goodbye" is a song about closure, growth, and moving on from the past. It's about facing our pain and finding the courage to let go of what no longer serves us. It's a powerful reminder that we all have the strength to overcome our struggles and find peace in the present.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm staring down this empty street
I am feeling lost and alone as I look towards the future ahead of me.
And its cold but I am walking
Despite feeling lonely and uneasy, I am still pressing on towards my destination.
To the place where all roads meet
I am heading towards a significant point in my life where all my past experiences and decisions have led me.
And its just the past and me
At this significant point, I am left to confront my past and the impact it has had on my life.
A tattoo and a scar
I carry physical reminders of my past on my body, marking the experiences and emotions I have been through.
And the man in the tv
As I continue on my path, I am reminded of the distractions and influences that I have encountered throughout my life.
Every time I walk away I see a picture of a face
It's a photograph that makes me wonder why
As I reflect on my journey, I am haunted by memories and questions about the relationships I have left behind.
Now I stand here on my own
And I'm finally letting go
Its time to say goodbye
I have reached the point where I am ready to let go of the past and move on with my life.
So down this road I travel now
Pass broken buildings where I look for truth, were they true to me, no
Every step is stepped with doubt
But still I walk here trying to find some peace
Will I find peace?
As I continue on my journey, I am faced with uncertainty and doubt about the meaning and purpose of my life, but I am still searching for inner peace.
Nothings gonna stand in my way
No, nothing no nothing will stand in my way
Nothings gonna stand in my way, yeah, hey
Despite the obstacles and challenges that I face, I am determined to succeed and to find my own way in life.
Every time I walk away I see a picture of a face
It's a photograph that makes me wonder why
Now I stand here on my own
And I'm finally letting go
Its time to say goodbye
As I continue on my path towards the future, I am reminded of my past relationships, but I am determined to let go and move forward with my life.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ANDREW MCMAHON, NICKOLAS G. CARTER, SCOTT HUMPHREY, TOMMY LEE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
john Jonson
What a great song. Takes me back to my college years
Red Leader
What a treat! Say Goodbye is a great song. It has a nostalgia I can't remember. I had never heard this song. Amazing track.
Dynamorphic
I got high, which caused me to pay attention to the lyrics on a deeper level..
It's sad.
It's a breakup song about finally letting go, after taking a walk, and looking at old pictures, and constantly wondering why it couldn't work out.