ZO2’s obvious talent and charisma has been opening doors for them from the start. Within weeks of their debut independent release, “Tuesdays & Thursdays”, the band was on the main stage opening for Kiss and Poison on their entire 40 city national, VH1 sponsored tour where the toughest audiences in the world embraced them with standing ovations every night. And that year, legendary music magazine, Hit Pararder, featured ZO2 as the only unsigned band to be included in the magazine’s “Year in Metal” issue. Hot on the heels of those impressive accolades, ZO2’s next CD, “Ain’t It Beautiful”, was instantly praised in Metal Edge Magazine when they wrote “It’s music that you’ll want to play loud, sing along to and memorize all at the same time.” And New York’s authority on music, The Village Voice, stated, “…ZO2 has given New York its groove back.”
The Brooklyn-based trio is tireless in support of their music and will stop at nothing to get the word out, combining standard methods of recording and endless touring with an entirely new promotion tool – television.
ZO2 brought their name and music to homes everywhere in August, 2008 when “Z Rock” premiered on IFC (Independent Film Channel) as the network’s highest rated original series. Critics and audiences alike are excited by the fresh concept and hilariously real storylines. The Hollywood Reporter declared, “Bottom Line: It’s the smart, hip, edgy and sublimely amusing take on struggling musicianship that “Flight of the Concords” is not.” Touted as “based on a (kinda) true story”, the 10-episode comedy series features guest stars such as rockers Dave Navarro, John Popper and Sebastian Bach along with notable comedians including Dave Attell, Gilbert Gottfried and Greg Giraldo. Joan Rivers appears in a recurring role with series’ regulars, Lynne Koplitz and Jay Oakerson.. And in June, 2009, IFC rolled out another riotous season of “Z Rock” with even more mayhem, brand new music and exciting new guest stars such as Daryl Hall, Warren Sapp and Chris Jericho, among others.
The band recently released their third CD, Casino Logic, ZO2 brings a harder edge and tighter grooves to the 11 track disc. And, in true ZO2 tradition, the CD is a hands on effort from the band with lead vocalist Paulie Z providing design and art direction and the inclusion of one of four customized playing cards in every CD, each featuring a bandmember or an image of the full band as a fun collectable addition for their dedicated fans.
Each time ZO2 achieves success, they prove what we already know: the rock community is still thriving, hungry and begging for more.
And what does ZO2 mean? Clearly, it’s the formula for rock ‘n roll.
ZO2 consisting of Paulie Z on lead vocals and guitar, Joey Cassata on drums and Sean McNabb on bass have unveiled a video for the title track of their upcoming 27-song (two CD set) album 'Begin Again, which will be released via Kivel Records on December 5, 2023.'
This also marks McNabb‘s debut with the band who replaced David Z (also known as David Zablidowsky) who tragically passed away when a tractor-trailer struck Adrenaline Mob‘s RV while the band was en route to a concert at the State Theater in St. Petersburg, Florida, USA on July 14, 2017. Zablidowsky was also part of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra from 2000 to 2006 and again from 2010 until the time of his death. He also played on ZO2‘s albums Tuesdays & Thursdays (2004), Ain’t It Beautiful (2007) and Casino Logic (2009).
I'm Still Waiting
ZO2 Lyrics
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Always playin?
Throwin? a bone before it hits the ground
I?m on it like a watch dog
Can?t you see what?s goin? on . . . woman
Anticipating to be proven wrong . . . Proven wrong
(Chorus)
But something here?s got a hold on me
Could let it go and just walk away
She says she?s changing?. . I?m still waiting
She used to run with an also ran
All time loser
Not a typical situation you can understand
Don?t wanna be the encore
Don?t you see what?s goin? on . . . woman
Hesitatin? to right a wrong . . . Right or wrong?
(Chorus)
She gets me turned around, my baby
I?m in the lost and found of crazy
I?m losing when I?m winning
At the end of the beginning
Always seems to happen on cue
Am I lovin? the addiction
Or just part of my affliction
What?s this boy to do?
(Chorus)
The lyrics of "I'm Still Waiting" by ZO2 speak about a complicated relationship where the singer is struggling with his feelings towards his partner, who has a history of losing and making bad choices in life. Despite his better judgment, the singer keeps returning to her, hoping that she will change her ways and they can have a healthy relationship. He describes himself as a watch dog always on the alert, anticipating being proven wrong, but at the same time, hesitating to right the wrongs in their relationship.
The chorus of the song highlights the dilemma of the singer, who knows that he shouldn't be in this relationship, but something keeps pulling him back, and he cannot let go of his feelings for her. He feels stuck, as if he is in a game that he doesn't want to play, but he cannot walk away from it.
The lyrics use metaphors to emphasize the confusion and emotional tug-of-war that the singer is experiencing. He feels lost and like he is in the "lost and found of crazy," and he cannot determine whether he loves the addiction or is just a victim of his affliction.
Overall, "I'm Still Waiting" portrays the complexities of relationships and how sometimes we can get caught up in toxic dynamics that are difficult to break away from. The lyrics also show how challenging it can be to let go of our feelings for someone, even when we know that they are not good for us.
Line by Line Meaning
My baby likes to come around
The singer's significant other enjoys spending time with him.
Always playin?
She is always behaving playfully and teasingly towards the singer.
Throwin? a bone before it hits the ground
She is giving the singer small bits of attention before moving on to something else.
I?m on it like a watch dog
The singer is paying close attention to his partner's actions and behaviors.
Can?t you see what?s goin? on . . . woman
The singer is questioning his partner's intentions and asking her to clarify.
Anticipating to be proven wrong . . . Proven wrong
The singer is hoping to be proved wrong about any doubts he has about his partner's loyalty and relationship with him.
(Chorus)
The singer is expressing his feelings of being stuck in a relationship and having hope that things will change for the better.
She says she?s changing?. . I?m still waiting
The singer's partner has claimed to be changing, but he is still waiting to see if she follows through with her promises.
She used to run with an also ran
The singer's partner used to associate with people who were not seen as successful or popular.
All time loser
Her past associates may have been seen as unsuccessful or not motivated in life.
Not a typical situation you can understand
The singer's partner comes from a unique background that may be difficult for others to relate to.
Don?t wanna be the encore
The singer does not want to continue to fall into the pattern of being the backup option for his partner.
Hesitatin? to right a wrong . . . Right or wrong?
The singer is unsure whether he should take action to fix issues in the relationship, or if he is overthinking things and making a mistake.
She gets me turned around, my baby
The singer's partner has a way of confusing him and making him question his own thoughts and feelings.
I?m in the lost and found of crazy
The singer feels lost and confused trying to navigate the ups and downs of his relationship.
I?m losing when I?m winning
Even when things seem to be going well in their relationship, the singer still feels like something is off.
At the end of the beginning
The relationship is at a turning point where it could either continue on a positive path or come to an end.
Always seems to happen on cue
The ups and downs of the relationship are very predictable and happen in a cyclical pattern.
Am I lovin? the addiction
The singer is questioning whether he is in love with his partner or just addicted to the highs and lows of the relationship.
Or just part of my affliction
The singer is wondering if his tendency to stay in a relationship that is not entirely healthy is just a personal problem he needs to work on.
What?s this boy to do?
The singer is unsure of how to proceed with the relationship and is looking for guidance or a solution.
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