lvl's work has been used for: The Butterfly Effect, MTV- Rock and Jock Basketball 2002's theme, Broadway's WWE Raw venue, and various other television shows and film beds.
Album listing:
- Devil's Advocate (Flaming Fish Music, 1999; remastered and expanded edition: FiXT Music, 2017) - http://www.last.fm/music/Level/Devil%27s+Advocate
- Denial (Flaming Fish Music, 2003; remastered and expanded edition: FiXT Music, 2017) - http://www.last.fm/music/Level/Denial
Singles & EPs:
- Re:home (Home Remixes) (FiXT Music, 2007)
MySpace:
http://www.myspace.com/lvlproduction
Band Website:
http://www.lvlproduction.com/ (defunct)
Caught Sick
lvl Lyrics
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They keep putting down and keep me sober
Love is a fiend never had a doubt
Sick of myself and what I whine about
Blow after blow the pain feels better
(I've been caught in my lies)
Keep to myself the shame I suffer
Blood on the fists and murder in your eyes
(I've been caught in my lies)
Shock on their face when they see me rise
(I've been caught in my lies)
She wants to
I know you've seen what I've become
So show me the pain of what you've done
I think I know what side you're on
Knock on your face and wait for you
To see yourself move against the rain
Make your own decisions again
She wants to
I pick myself up
Watch it go down
Catch it as it continues
Light it up
So I'll do this now
She follows my lead
She follows you down
She catches and continues
She's lining up
So I'll do this now
The lyrics of the song Caught Sick by Lvl delve into the feelings of being pushed over and constantly judged by others, leading to a sense of self-loathing and addiction. The opening lines describe this feeling of being pushed down and kept sober, indicating a struggle with addiction. The line "Love is a fiend never had a doubt" suggests that the singer has turned to addiction as a form of escape and companionship, but is now sick of themselves and their behavior.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, with the singer admitting to being caught in their lies and facing the consequences of their actions. The lines "blood on the fists and murder in your eyes" depict a violent confrontation with someone, likely a result of the singer's addiction or past behaviors. The shock on their face when they see the singer rise may indicate a sense of triumph or newfound strength, but also a recognition of the mistakes that led to this moment.
In the second verse, the singer seems to be addressing someone who has also made mistakes and is trying to find their way back to a better path. They reference the pain that this person has caused, and seem to imply that they themselves have faced similar consequences. The lines "Knock on your face and wait for you to see yourself move against the rain" suggests a desire to help this person confront their own struggles and make better choices.
Overall, Caught Sick is a raw and emotional exploration of addiction, self-loathing, and the struggle to find redemption. It is a powerful song that speaks to the human experience of making mistakes and trying to find a way back to a better path.
Line by Line Meaning
On and on they push me over
I feel like people are constantly pushing me down and trying to keep me under their control.
They keep putting down and keep me sober
People keep bringing me down and preventing me from feeling truly happy or alive.
Love is a fiend never had a doubt
I have never questioned my love for someone, even if it has caused me pain or hardship.
Sick of myself and what I whine about
I am tired of complaining about my problems and feeling sorry for myself.
Blow after blow the pain feels better
The more I suffer or experience pain, the more I feel like I am alive and in control of my emotions.
(I've been caught in my lies)
I have been dishonest in the past and am dealing with the consequences of my actions.
Keep to myself the shame I suffer
I am keeping my feelings of guilt and regret to myself and not expressing them to others.
Blood on the fists and murder in your eyes
I can see anger and violence in others' eyes when they look at me, as if they want to hurt me physically.
Shock on their face when they see me rise
People are surprised and shocked when they see me succeed or overcome obstacles in my life.
She wants to
A woman in my life is showing interest in me or trying to connect with me emotionally.
I know you've seen what I've become
I am aware that others have noticed changes in my personality or behavior over time.
So show me the pain of what you've done
I want others to hold me accountable for my mistakes and force me to feel the full weight of my actions.
I think I know what side you're on
I have a feeling about whether someone is really on my side and wants what is best for me.
Knock on your face and wait for you
I am ready to confront someone, possibly even physically, and challenge them to a fight or altercation.
To see yourself move against the rain
I want someone to experience hardship or adversity as a way of testing their strength or resolve.
Make your own decisions again
I am encouraging someone to take control of their life and stop letting others dictate their choices and actions.
I pick myself up
I am determined to overcome my challenges and stand back up, no matter how difficult it may be.
Watch it go down
I am observing or following a situation as it unfolds, possibly preparing to take action.
Catch it as it continues
I am ready to respond to a situation or event as it happens, rather than waiting for it to pass by.
Light it up
I am ready to ignite or activate something, possibly a plan or strategy.
She follows my lead
The woman in my life is willing to follow my direction or let me take the lead in our relationship or interactions.
She follows you down
The woman in my life is following someone else's lead or is too easily influenced by others.
She catches and continues
The woman in my life is quick to adapt to changes and is able to keep up with my pace or energy.
She's lining up
The woman in my life is preparing or getting ready for something, possibly something that I am leading or involved in.
So I'll do this now
I am taking action or making a decision in the moment, with a sense of urgency or determination.
Contributed by Isabella N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@arcblackheart7780
This song and Level bring back so much memories I miss them this was my favorite song when they first came out wish they would've made more than 2 albums
The Nostalgia feels so crazy listening to them.
@betsywoolbright8059
Arc Blackheart Yes, me too. I didn't discover this til 2003/2004. But still. The nostalgia.
@rawar777joshanderson
Gosh this puts me right back in college, fall of 99....memories
@worldwarmiii
The two perfect songs-Caught Sick and Floranclaude by Mortal
@luisdcaldero
Wow! I still have this CD I purchased directly from 'Flaming Fish', an amazing album. I wonder what's up with Dan these days, I personally lost track but this is an excellent album...👍🏻
@Wolfkid272
He sounds a lot like his brother... just saying. XD
@betsywoolbright8059
Wolfkid272 some say he and Klay are one and the same.