After signing with Epic Records, they released debut album No Pleasantries, produced by Rick Parashar, in 2000. The albums lead singles, "Godless" and "Feel Alive", charted at numbers 5 and 25 respectively on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Charts. After touring extensively with the likes of Linkin Park, Slipknot, Nickelback, Godsmack and 3 Doors Down, the group went on hiatus in 2002. During that time, Albro, along with other singers, auditioned to become the singer for Velvet Revolver.
In 2004, the group returned, releasing The Heavy, produced by Rick Parashar, on Nitrus Records. Lineup changes followed with both Shirley and Holt departed the group, replaced by bassist Zoltan Bathory and drummer Philippe Mathys while Logan (Deadly Motor Vehicles) was added as the group's second guitarist. During a show, guitarist Weber suffered a seizure and was later diagnosed with a meningioma brain tumor. The group briefly performed without Weber before eventually going on another hiatus.
In 2005, Bathory left the group to form the successful metal group Five Finger Death Punch while Mathys is currently the drummer for Hydrovibe.
It's Alright
U.P.O. Lyrics
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Before the sun rises, after it goes down,
I love ya, I love ya,
I say it over and over again,
I love ya, hey, hey, hey.
Relax your mind, we can be free together,
Take our time, even through the tears,
Oh, we're going through some hard times,
But it will be, alright.
It's alright, it's alright
It's alright, it's alright now,
Everything's alright, baby it will be
It's alright, it's alright
It's alright, it's alright now,
Everything's alright.
When teardrops fall,
Running down, running down my face,
I need you, please hear me,
Baby I need you here, beside me,
Everyday I need to know, that you will not leave me,
Promise me, tell me we can work it out,
Ooh baby without a doubt,
It will be, alright
It's alright, it's alright
It's alright, it's alright now,
Everything's alright, oh tell me it will be, alright.
It's alright, it's alright
It's alright, it's alright now,
It's gonna be alright.
Baby come show me,
I need you to hold me,
Tell me it's gonna be alright.
And I'll believe ya,
If you tell me,
Everything is alright.
When the grass looks greener, and I think about leaving,
I never go too far,
No one else can satisfy me, because I know how good you are,
Baby, hey, you make it alright
It's alright, it's alright
It's alright, it's alright now,
Everything's alright, tell me it will be, alright
It's alright, it's alright
It's alright, it's alright now,
Everything's alright.
Baby take my hand,
And make me understand,
That everything's gonna be alright, now.
With all that we've been through,
Aaah baby,
I'll do anything to make it alright.
Ooh baby,
Tell me, tell me, tell me,
Show me it's gonna be, it's gonna be alright.
Hey baby,
Oooh,
It's gonna be, it's gonna be alright.
We're going through some hard times,
But everything will be fine,
I know it will be alright.
Baby I know it,
Oh baby I know it,
I've got the feeling everything's alright.
U.P.O.'s song "It's Alright" is a hopeful ballad that speaks to the struggles in life and the importance of hopefulness and love in overcoming these hardships. The lyrics speak of a love that perseveres through difficult times, with the main message being that everything will ultimately be alright.
The opening lines of the song, "Before the sun rises, after it goes down, I love ya, I love ya," set the tone for the rest of the lyrics. These lines show that the singer's love for their partner is constant, and is not dependent on external factors like time of day. The following lines go on to express a desire for freedom, both in mind and in spirit, which can be achieved through the support of a loving partner. The chorus then reiterates this message of hope, assuring the listener that "everything's alright."
The later verses of the song delve deeper into the struggles of life, including tears and feelings of discontent. The lyrics express a desire for constant reassurance and a promise that their love will not leave, even in the toughest of times. The song ends with a final declaration of hope, with lyrics like "I've got the feeling everything's alright" driving the message home.
Overall, the lyrics to "It's Alright" paint a picture of a love that perseveres through tough times, providing a source of comfort and hope when things feel bleak. It speaks to the power of love and the importance of holding onto hope, even in the darkest of moments.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello my love,
Before the sun rises, after it goes down,
I love ya, I love ya,
I say it over and over again,
I love ya, hey, hey, hey.
The singer is reaffirming their feelings of love for their partner, both in the early morning and late at night. They want to make sure their partner knows how strongly they feel.
Relax your mind, we can be free together,
Take our time, even through the tears,
I'm staying right here, I'm waiting right here,
Oh, we're going through some hard times,
But it will be, alright.
The singer is telling their partner to calm down, and that they are committed to working on their relationship even during tough times. They believe that things will eventually get better.
It's alright, it's alright
It's alright, it's alright now,
Everything's alright, baby it will be
It's alright, it's alright
It's alright, it's alright now,
Everything's alright.
The chorus emphasizes that everything is, or will be, alright in the relationship. The singer is trying to reassure their partner that they should not worry, as things will work out in the end.
When teardrops fall,
Running down, running down my face,
I need you, please hear me,
Baby I need you here, beside me,
Everyday I need to know, that you will not leave me,
Promise me, tell me we can work it out,
Ooh baby without a doubt,
It will be, alright
The artist is expressing their vulnerability and need for their partner's support during tough times. They need reassurance that the relationship will survive, and want their partner to promise that they will stick together and work things out.
Baby come show me,
I need you to hold me,
Tell me it's gonna be alright.
And I'll believe ya,
If you tell me,
Everything is alright.
The artist wants physical comfort from their partner, and needs to hear that everything will be alright from their partner. They are placing a lot of trust in their partner's words.
When the grass looks greener, and I think about leaving,
I never go too far,
No one else can satisfy me, because I know how good you are,
Baby, hey, you make it alright
The singer admits to having thoughts of leaving the relationship, but ultimately decides to stay because they know how good their partner is. They are thankful for their partner's positive influence on their life.
Baby take my hand,
And make me understand,
That everything's gonna be alright, now.
With all that we've been through,
Aaah baby,
I'll do anything to make it alright.
The singer is asking their partner to guide them through the tough times, and to assure them that everything will be alright. They are willing to go to great lengths to make the relationship work.
Ooh baby,
Tell me, tell me, tell me,
Show me it's gonna be, it's gonna be alright.
Hey baby,
Oooh,
It's gonna be, it's gonna be alright.
The artist is asking their partner to demonstrate how everything will be alright, and wants to be reassured multiple times. They remain hopeful that things will work out.
We're going through some hard times,
But everything will be fine,
I know it will be alright.
Baby I know it,
Oh baby I know it,
I've got the feeling everything's alright.
The artist acknowledges the difficulties they are facing, but remains optimistic that the relationship will succeed in the end. They have faith in their feelings for their partner.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HUGH THOMAS MORGAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Terminator X
Fucking coolest band you have never heard of. Do yourself a favor: start listening to them HEAVILY.
SRL Images Channel
never heard if UPO untl a couple years ago. good song " Its Alright ". They sound a lot like Rage Against The Mk machine
William Denton
I agree except for I think it's vice versa, Rage Against the Machine sounds like UPO... UPO has the sound down pat, Rage Against the Machine followed weakly.
E Bergz
Slednecks 7 Throwback :D
iVee
All Day!
Matty Icicles
UFC 49.
Randy Paulgaard
like if Jay quinlin and the slednecks crew brought you here!
Terminator X
Randy Paulgaard how about if upo's awesomeness brought me here?
Matty Icicles
UFC 49.