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The Cobbler

"**The Cobbler**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the 11th track on New Recruits.

## Background

The song is about copyright abuse on YouTube. While YouTube often enforces how copyright infringement is wrong, this song explains how they go too far with this and don't care. This is often because they either just want money more than anything else or because they let copyright bots run the website. The song uses the metaphor of a cobbler because like cobblers used to help people tie shoes, the singer says that YouTube should do the same, but instead with helping people publish videos. YouTube is an important platform for many people, and copyright abuse has been ruining it. The song says that more people should be use copyrighted content if they want because of fair use.

The instrumental of "The Cobbler" starts off trippy and slow, but then bursts out into fun, fast-paced choruses. The song was intended to have an epic, rock opera feeling to it. Johnny Blan sings "you've got an indirect need for blocking views," which means that if a video is blocked because of copyrighted content, those are views that YouTube won't be able to get. A trombone is used in the final chorus.

## Lyrics

This song will always be free to use YouTube's copyright system is always abused This song, called "The Cobbler," isn't copyrighted So do what you want with it, just don't get too excited **(Chorus:) You got an indirect need for blocking views An indirect need for blocking views But when I try to so much as talk to you I fall, I fall right through the ocean floor** Copyright bots patrol the site on every street All because your CEO doesn't want to accept defeat Using a song as a fair use isn't stealing Because money and people getting strikes are all you're feeling Why is this the reality the site has become? Everyone was happier in 2012, when it was actually still fun (Chorus) The power of music is something that affects almost everyone People can tell the difference between what's infringement and what's fun So leave content creators alone and let them follow their dreams If these problems continue to get worse, that would mean no more videos, fun, or memes Just like a cobbler was known for tying shoes Help people by being a video platform to use But right now- (Chorus) Yeeeah Yeeeah Yeeeah Noooo

## Trivia

* This is one of the only Diamond Herrings songs that features tempo changes. The first song was "It's Okay," and a tempo change would later appear in "Something Here Is Not Right."

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qI5CxLFIBLo
Show For You Tonight

"**Show For You Tonight**" is a song by Diamond Herrings, from the album New Recruits, at track 9.

## Background

"Show For You Tonight" is another carefree song about dancing, which features a low, pulsing bass. Johnny Blan wrote the song because he wanted to make a song in the style of early 2010's pop.

## Lyrics

The speakers drop, the lights go out It’s time to show everyone what you’re all about It’s time to dance, it’s time to shine So show everybody it’s that kind of time Everybody put your hands up **(Chorus:) Because we dance, dance, dance 'til we see the sunlight And then we know, know, know everything is alright And then we’ll dance, dance, dance bodies rocking all night We got a great, great, great show for you tonight** Let’s step it up, let’s dance some more Let’s try to raise the bar higher than ever before Let’s have some fun, let’s raise that bar Let’s push ourselves, but remember don’t go too far (Chorus) In the midst of many awful things, like global warming or terrorist attacks We should come together and dance all night to bring our happiness back And it goes like: (Chorus)

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfG4YmE\_kZQ
World of Vibes (song)

"**World of Vibes**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the first track on New Recruits.

## Background

This song is about how no matter how rough something gets, it's good to stay positive and try to find the joy in everything. But it's not just important to be happy, it's also important to make good memories in the moment so you can look back on them fondly. This is what the word "vibe" means to the singer and why it's important to him. The song has a pop-rock instrumental.

## Lyrics

Some people don't care about anything that happens in their lives They always ignore the little things and somehow they still always thrive But if I, through my music, can encourage you to always come to dream more If you open yourself up to it, you can find good times at your door **(Chorus:) In a world of vibes, vibes In a world of vibes, we'll thrive** A vibe is a term that applies to me that means a well-planned memory If you try to live a life like mine, then you just might see Some people don't about the things I do, or work faster, or better, or both But if you try to live a life like this, you can be thoughtful even in spite of teen growth (Chorus) Don't be naive Be thoughtful please Don't be stupid The tension will ease (x2) And hey, I'm not telling you how to live your life. This song is just a suggestion, so either listen to it or don't, okay? (Chorus)

## Trivia

* There is an early version of the song that is 4:08 in length. The instrumental breaks down and starts glitching at the end of the song to represent a "vibe" being ruined. But this was scrapped because it did not sound good musically.

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rrstWpohOY
Wrong

"**Wrong**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the seventh track on Death of The Enemy.

## Background

The song is a reminder to keep going no matter how tough life gets, and about how we are all stronger than we look. It features a lite instrumental with a sliding bass, and builds for the loud final chorus.

## Lyrics

If you think that I’m done If you think that I’m through If this really is a battle and you think I’ll lose Then you’re wrong If you think that I’m dumb If you think I’m giving up If you think this is where it ends, that’s messed up And you’re wrong **(Chorus:) I just want a victory Is anybody listening to me? Everything you try to tell me I’ll tell you in this song is wrong, wrong, wrong** If you think this is it If you think that I’ll quit If you think that I’ll believe any of your shit Then you’re wrong If you think that I’m weak Then you must be a freak If you think everything I know is gonna end soon Then you’re wrong (Chorus) x4

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzDXpwwAHi0
Dump It

"**Dump It**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the 8th track on First Album!

## Background

The song is an intentionally simple, quirky song about having a good time at a club and is not supposed to be taken seriously at all. The line "if your sanity's in a bottle, dump it" is a metaphor that encourages the listener to be careless.

## Lyrics

People always say I'm a dumb guy I'll poke those dirtbags in their eyes You say that I can't dance, oh yeah? I'll crush you like you're tiny ants I'll crush the floor, not literally And then, oh you will surely see Those things here, they were meant to be So come on **(Chorus:) If your sanity's in a bottle, dump it If your sanity's in a bottle, dump it If your sanity's in a bottle, dump your sanity out (If you want to make a lot of noise, dump it If you want to lose all control, dump your sanity out)** Are you getting kinda tired? Feeling lightheaded, want to take a break? If you are, then that's a normal feeling But try to stay up for just a little longer I'm just a schmo, what do I know? I'll have to stay up a little longer to know So throw all your troubles out the window Stop feeling somber (Chorus) Bridge: All you have to (do is) take a bottle of sanity And then just dump it all right down the drain And now that all your sanity is gone Then you can just go wild and insane Your sanity is now lost in the sewers (sewers) Or you could just have left it on the ground But either way, none of that really matters Just dance, dance, dance, dance, dance, dance all around (Chorus)

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KN6chfW-eY&t=64s
Paperweight

"**Paperweight**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the 8th track on the album New Recruits.

## Background

The song is about having something heavy that is weighing the listener down. He uses the metaphor of being a "paperweight" to hold these things down.

## Lyrics

Sometimes my memories just get the best of me It's hard to think when my mind changes abruptly I don't know why you have to rule over my life The way things are is weird, but you can't jack my vibes **(Chorus:) You know I'm tired of playing this game Trying to tell me to go insane Maybe I need some strength to gain But I'm tired of being your paperweight** Sometimes I think words I say can't make you go away But in my head, you should do everything I say Life was made to live, but I don't know where to start But I want to get started 'for I fall apart (Chorus) I know I'll never be perfect I'll do my best to get by Life will change soon, but don't worry Things will get better once you die (Chorus) Tired of being your paperweight Tired of being your paperweight Tired of being your paperweight I'm so tired of being your paperweight Yeah

## Trivia

* Johnny Blan, the lead member of Diamond Herrings, considers this to be one of his favorite songs.
* There was going to be a Diamond Herrings song called "Moonlight Jobs" that had a similar instrumental, but it was scrapped.

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eTyzwngWfpM
Death of The Enemy (song)

"**Death of The Enemy**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the fourth track on the album of the same name.

## Background

This song is about how if you're going through a rough time, there's always a way out eventually. The "enemy" that the song refers to in most cases is metaphorical. The song features a trap-like beat with a bass created by low tones made in Audacity.

## Lyrics

(Hey, uh! Diamond Herrings!) Sometimes things suck, but that’s okay Even if we lose it all, we can find our way I gotta meditate and do all I can To try to live my life like normal again **(Chorus:) Looking, cooking all around Looking, cooking in this town Trying to find a healthy way out Trying to do everything I can for now If I, should I break apart Fall back, fall back to the start I won’t let that person be me All I really want is the death of the enemy** As rough as 2020 was, it’s over now We survived, so we can all take a bow It was almost way too much for me to fathom Some things have changed, but some things haven’t But my focus here is that the moment’s a treasure Being in the moment brings peace and pleasure No matter what you’re fighting, it’s good to be calm So take a deep breath, ‘cause nobody’s dropping a bomb (Chorus)

## Trivia

* The vocals on this song only pan on one stereo track, so they will only come out on one side if you are listening with headphones. This was so the listener could get a "free instrumental" on the other track.

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfbTHZgLWv4
Ellory

**Ellory** was a houseguest on BBCAN 2

## Player History - *Big Brother Canada 2*

### Biography

Ellory started this game in the best position of the house. She was a floater who had her foot in each door and she always knew what was happening throughout the house. After winning the power of veto in week 4, she made the decision not to save her closest ally and let Kitty go home, to not reveal her cards. She layed low for the first weeks of the jury, and always had key roles in each head of household. Most notably controlling Izzy's HOH which sent McArther, and essentially Izzy home too. During week 10 she won full power and locked in the votes to send Crimson home. However when she won the duel and re-entered Ellory was the house target. Luckily for her, she managed to convince harold to pawn his closest ally, Cody, which lead to his eviction keeping her safe for another week. Despite winning another full power, Harold kept Crimson in the game, bringing her to the final 3. At finale night, Ellory knew that if she didn't win the final head of household, she would be evicted. Unfortunately this proved true as she was evicted and finished in 3rd place. She was labelled the best to play BBCAN and was inducted into the BB Hall of fame. She also won AFH.
Only Human

"**Only Human**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the fifth track on New Recruits.

## Background

The song is about how the singer is unable to sleep at night because he keeps having deep thoughts, and feels cynical because he has been going through a lot in life and is starting to question human nature. But he also says that whenever someone gets these kinds of thoughts, it's important to write them down or find some other way that works to deal with them. The song itself is mostly rapped with an R&B-like instrumental.

An alternate version of the song was released on September 14, 2020. It was released a stand-alone single, but could also be included as a bonus track to New Recruits.

## Lyrics

Staring out the window, watching the rain Wondering in our society what there is to gain Trying hard to separate fantasy from facts Trying to make it in this world and relax There are hundreds of verses that don't get put into a song Because a piece with 800 verses would be way too long But everything has at least some purpose on this Earth So do the best you can, finding what you live for doesn't hurt La, la-la La, la-la I've been questioning if alien life exists I highly doubt a world with only humans is all there is It's human nature to want to question everything And when your world's full of questions, this can apply to anything God knows everything happens for a reason The Earth can't stay the same all the time, and that's why we have seasons I don't agree with radicals, but atheists, neither That's why I like a perfect balance, 'cause I'll be here **(Chorus:) I'm only human, and so are we all We've kept our society through rise and fall But it can be easy to lose hope right now Anything is possible and we can get out of these times** Nobody knows what happens after you die But when it happens, surely we'll all find out why We all want to find out, but only after living life So if life's a game, I'd recommend you roll those dice I'm clueless to the world that I'm living in I don't know the secrets to the universe or anything, I'm just a kid So life, you're a big mystery, and I won't solve you But god, you've thrown some crap at me, and I think I'm through (Chorus) x2 Years from now, you might look back and think life is actually good So make the most of every day as you know you should

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcX05BHS1Lo
Some Things Never Change

"**Some Things Never Change**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is a bonus track on "Death of The Enemy," and is track 16 on the album.

## Background

The song is a folk-inspired tune about how some things never change. You can be happy no matter what happens in the world.

## Lyrics

I’ve been getting older Last year, the world changed The fireworks have blown up and I haven’t gone insane But that stuff don’t define me Everything else is still here I hope that I’ll be happier again next year **(Chorus): Happiness, friendship, and vibes are forever Some things will change, but these will never Positivity eventually beats negativity No matter what, I’mma be who I want to be** I’m tired of thinking deeply It doesn’t do me good I’m stuck in metaphorical prison and I’d leave if I could I’m getting claustrophobic I need some peace of mind I don’t know how it got this bad, but I need to unwind (Chorus) But honestly, I don’t care if anybody hears me or not I just want to get this message out and keep doing hot Nobody can take your own happiness away from you It’s important to laugh every day, whatever you do

## Trivia

* The line "the fireworks have blown up" is a reference to Watching The Fireworks, which appears earlier in the album.
* This was the last song to be recorded for the album.

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulDXBz5W0iA
Amusement Park

"**Amusement Park**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the 10th track on First Album!

## Background

The song is a mellow acoustic guitar ballad, that later picks up into a bigger song. The guitar melody was inspired from the song "Feels Good at First" by Train. The lyrics of this song are about going to an amusement park to distract you from responsibilities or heavier things.

## Lyrics

We can't last forever Sometimes people get tired Homework's piling up like rapid fire I don't have much, but you do So why don't I take you to A fun park Not too far Pump up your tires Sometimes we need free time But don't forget about work time But for now, it's okay to have some fun It's not about where you are Nor is it about the stars Now come on, to this park let's run **(Chorus:) Follow me, and I'll take you to a special place Follow me, because I'll never forget your face Follow me, we can go at your own place And this place I'm gonna take you to is An amusement park (An amusement park)** There's always so much to do We're best friends, just me and you We could chill or eat fried candy bars Go on the rides or sit and stall This theme park, it has it all Now how about we ride the bumper cars? Once I get you, it'll be time To ride the ferris wheel up so high I can almost see my house from here Or maybe you want candy That's just oh-so dandy Cotton is the best I've eaten here (Chorus) Why is it that the bad guys always win (for me)? Why is it that the good guys never lose (for you)? Sometimes we need a retreat Or just a regular treat From the horrible-then-greatness that is my life Free time is important Gotta keep this era going Just don't lose sight of who you are (Chorus)

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pf4i414Lkno
Amasa

"**Amasa**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the 13th track on Death of The Enemy. It was released as a promotional single for the album on June 10, 2021.

## Amasa

### Released

June 10, 2021 (single); June 25, 2021 (album)

## Background

The song is about a real town in northern Michigan, where real-life Johnny Blan often goes to visit family, where his grandparents own property called Frogtown. The song has a mellow rap-like instrumental. It's also one of Diamond Herrings' shortest songs at just under 2 minutes.

## Lyrics

(Here we go!) In upper-peninsula Michigan There’s a place where you can chill or go fishin’ It’s home to the one-and-only Amasa Sawblade You could take a drive or go to Lost Lake It’s also home to a cool place called Frogtown No bright city lights for miles around So go downtown and grab an ice cream Man, Amasa’s like a summer vacation dream **(Chorus) Amasa, Michigan rules Everything ‘bout it’s so cool So come on and head to the U.P. today You would be bound to have a good stay** Not very far is Crystal Falls Or Iron River, where the trees are tall Just watch out for annoying mosquitoes They’ll bite you even if you’re wearing a tuxedo Otherwise, the U.P.’s really a blast Lower Michigan’s good, but can be fast So go to Tall Pines and get a pasty while you’re there Amasa’s where the middle of nowhere is somewhere Amasa, man, that’s where I want to go That’s where I want to go That’s where I want to Amasa, man, in the winter it really snows In the winter it snows But it’s cool all year ‘round

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dk6xZqJ-zIo
* Amasa, Michigan on Wikipedia: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amasa,\_Michigan
Henry

**Henry** was a houseguest on BBCAN 6

## Player History - *Big Brother Canada 6*

### Biography

Henry got through the game by riding coattails. His twin brother, Mike, was a fan favourite of his season. So he assumed that by following in his shadow, he would be able to get to the end and win. However, after His brother made himself a threat, he was evicting During Week 6. Leaving Henry isolated. His lack of social connections saw him land on the block the following week. Ultimately he survived as he was the lesser threat. The following week he won the Nightlock competition, Where he attempted and failed to target Jen. After having his vote nullified the following week, he went on a nomination streak until he landed in the final two. Despite the jury having no respect for his gameplay, Heathers abrasive and rude attitude towards the Jury, nearly earned him enough votes to win. Unfortunately for him, he lost in a close 4-3 vote.
Love Love

"**Love Love**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the fourth track on New Recruits. It was released as a single on August 14, 2020.

## Background

The song is about the importance of love, and how even though he is single now (when it was written), the singer hopes to find a partner one day. The title could either just be the word "love" twice, or it could also be telling the listener to "love" the thing that is "love." The song itself features an upbeat tempo and a bright synth line.

## Lyrics

I've never really been in love I've had some friends, but after that I'm done As of the day I write this, I'm single I don't know when I'll be ready to mingle It would be nice to find someone to love me I could stop saying "me" and start saying "we" I know how to give other people help So if anyone needs me, just yelp **(Chorus:) I love love every day and all night I'm wishing for my future to be bright When you want to die, but you don't know why I can be your guide and help make everything alright** I know a lot of songs are about love But rather something genuine than sex or drugs It's the most powerful force on the planet It could apply to people, things, places, or gambits I'm not always that social of a guy But I can at least stay happy and try So if you have good intentions, but are falling down I'll come to save you before you burn or drown **I love love every day and all night I'm wishing for my future to be bright When you feel lonely, you can be with me We'll make history As long as it's meant to be** Love love Love love Love love Love love **I love love every day and all night I'm wishing for my future to be bright When you want someone to make life more fun Let me be the one to help you 'Cause I love love**

## Trivia

* This is the third Diamond Herrings song to be purely a love song. The first two were "Deserted Island" and "Bench Press."
* Like "Some Friend," this is another song that has a changing chorus.

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHMg5Gv8WCQ
Alex Fox

Alex Fox is a Caitiff who was recently killed by the Camarilla in Toronto. He was killed by the Nosferatu Scourge of Toronto, Rex Farmer, under orders of the Ventrue Sheriff of Toronto, Woodrow White. It seems very possible that the orders to kill Alex came from higher up still (the Prince? another elder?), but there is no evidence of this so far.

The ostensible reason for killing Alex was that he broke the Masquerade by talking freely with his meal before eating.
My Limit

"**My Limit**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the 15th and final track on Death of The Enemy.

## Background

The song is mostly about dealing with anxiety and personal demons (and also the end of the Covid-19 Pandemic), and has an optimistic message because the world is starting to open up. It was made to be a strong example of a song that sounds dark and ominous but is actually somewhat uplifting lyrically. The singer has "reached his limit," but he knows that, as he says, "happier days are on their way." This is where the album ends because it wraps up the story that the album tells. This is where the singer declares that he is tired of his anxiety.

## Lyrics

Are you out there? Are you waiting? For something different Not complaining Overwhelming Thoughts consume me I need a focus If I’m wrong, sue me **(Chorus:) I’ve reached my limit (x4) Happier days are on the way This will all be over soon** Things are changing But I am too The future’s uncertain But I’ll get through The past is over One day I might grow up But thoughts are just thoughts So just shut ‘em up (Chorus) I’m just an ordinary guy going through a lot Sometimes I need to evaluate what’s real and what’s not I don’t even write music for my songs, but that’s okay I know that it never takes a minute for any problem to go away

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mcd8f5mS\_Q&t=47s
Virtual Love

**Virtual Love** is a song by Diamond Herrings, from the album Death of The Enemy. It was released as the second single from the album on May 13, 2021.

## Virtual Love

### Released

May 13, 2021 (single); June 25, 2021 (album)

## Background

The song is about the importance of loving your family, even if they are far away, which was more relevant than ever in 2020/2021. "Virtual Love" was a term that Blan's grandma came up with, meaning love that is not felt in person with someone else, but still exists.

## Lyrics

Even though I won’t always be able to be there physically My love for you will still be there, even if it’s something you can’t see No matter what happens to me or you, the love is always still there I’ll always try the best that I can to be a guy who cares **(Chorus:) It’s virtual love, virtual love Virtual hugs, virtual love No matter how far I should be, nothing will dim the love, don’t you see? Virtual love, yeah** We danced, we laughed, but now we’re wearing masks We played, we ate, and things were really great I hope I’ll be able to see you soon In person, and not over freaking Zoom When life starts to weigh me down, it’s nice to have someone to talk to Hopefully I’ll slow down and my life will start moving in a direction soon (Chorus) I’ve remembered all the fun times that we’ve shared together Like Christmas in Texas, Christmas in Texas These special kinds of memories will not be done yet I hope to make more with you soon, and I’ll do it, I bet! (Chorus)

## Trivia

* The beat of the song was sampled from the popular meme song from 2016 *We Are Number One*.
* The line "Christmas in Texas" is a reference to a song by Heyoo, Johnny Blan's first musical project, which has the same name.

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdbOwVgcPUU
It's Okay

"**It's Okay**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the opening track to First Album!

## Background

The song starts with a quiet yet tense-sounding piano intro, before bursting into an epic rock song. Johnny Blan wanted to have an epic sound for this song because it would be the first song that a lot of people would hear from Diamond Herrings, being the first song on their first album, even though "Shy" was still their first single. It is about gay pride and accepting people for who they are, one of the most sensitive topics for a Diamond Herrings song. It also serves partially as an anti-Trump song.

## Lyrics

Republicans, democrats, it doesn't matter, let's all come together as a nation You need to find a person to stop all that random pain from aching Stop thinking about some little thing that's just part of who you are And if you think of this otherwise, go die, get hit by a car **(Chorus:) It's okay to be gay Gay once and still means "happy" It's alright to be white You probably know this, alright Even if you don't think this is true, it, it should be Believe, because it's okay** Yo I'm tired of the way you drink to the way you think, it's messed up I'm starting to think that you don't think about what you think and that's messed up And maybe you're a spoiled little brat 'cause you get a billion dollars every day, and I don't get much You're sitting in the penthouse, not in the White House, not doing the job everyone says you should Thanks for turning our country red, because red is the color of Hell and evil It didn't used to be but you're a cartoon character who's idiotic Our country's falling into your hands, your tiny, tiny hands Oh boy And if you build something like a wall, not that it'll happen, it'll be destroyed (Chorus) I don't know what I can do As long as I told you to be a good person (Chorus)

## Trivia

* At 6 minutes and 14 seconds long, this is the longest song Diamond Herrings has ever recorded, not counting the hidden track at the end of Kill The Lights.
* There were a lot of unused verses for the chorus, such as "don't you panic if you're Hispanic" or "I'll have your back if you're black."
Cool Dude

"**Cool Dude**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is a hidden track on the album New Recruits that plays after 15 seconds of silence at the end of *The Long Way Home*. The song by itself was uploaded to YouTube on May 5, 2021.

## Background

Johnny Blan wrote the lyrics to the song as a joke when he was 11. It was also recorded as a Heyoo song. When he recorded *New Recruits* as Diamond Herrings, he was unsure if he wanted to re-record it because it was so goofy and unprofessional, but he still thought it was funny and his family liked it. So he decided to include the song as a hidden track. This version features a circus-like instrumental created with an online sequencer.

## Lyrics

Who's that dude walking down the street? Oh yeah, it's me, I am so neat Why are you so uncool? Wonder if you're a fool Well I am not, I'm a cool dude In leather jacket, not in nude It really suits me well I'm in heaven, you're in hell **(Chorus:) I am a cool dude You're not a cool dude You as cool as me? No!** I thought you were a piece of bird crap But you're just some loser who can't rap I want to push you down Laugh at you while you frown I am a diamond, you're a turd Those two things are different, word I have quite, quite, quite power You really need a shower (Chorus)

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLF\_mWcOhj0
Pain

"**Pain**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the ninth track on Death of The Enemy.

## Background

The song is about, well, dealing with pain, albeit emotional or physical. Many of the lyrics were inspired by things that happened to the singer in 2020 or early 2021. The song starts with an intentional death metal-like scream to get the listener's attention, and transitions into a fast-paced pop punk song. Aside from The Gauntlet, it is one of Diamond Herrings' darkest songs.

## Lyrics

I’m in fucking pain Is this gonna be over soon? It’s causing damage like a monsoon So take a deep breath and this shit will pass Stay calm if the world goes fast **(Chorus:) I’m in pain It feels like the whole world’s going insane I try to manage But I gotta listen to what all my helpers say And now I know I’m growing, you’re growing up I’m growing, you’re growing up** I’m not gonna get PTSD But I need someone to help me I’ve dealt with so much, I’ve gone numb Gotta stay true to where I came from (Chorus) There’s always a way To make the worst of things okay (But it don’t mean nothing ‘til you do it!) (Chorus)

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kJa5IA6uBo
Woodrow White

Woodrow White is a member of Clan Ventrue, and the Sheriff of the Toronto Camarilla.

He is at least 7th generation. He has amazing powers of "Presence" - heightened psychosocial dominance, emotional manipulation. He can make everyone stop fighting and appear terrifying. He can also make people paralyzed with fear, or run screaming.

He appears to have given the orders to Rex Farmer to kill the Caitiff Alex Fox, ostensibly due to Alex's breaking the masquerade by talking freely to his meal before eating.

It is not clear if Woodrow White's orders to Rex Farmer originated from somewhere higher up (the Prince? another elder).

Woodrow is old, and is known to be old. He is thought to be of the 8th generation. His sire is not known in Toronto, but it is known that his sire is alive and still in the world.

He is always very well dressed in a conservative, well-tailored suit (although occasionally his tie changes slightly) and he almost bleeds old money.

His hair, a brown so dark it looks black, always looks very neatly cut.

He has a pointed, well-groomed vandyke facial hair.

He still wears wire frame glasses, although it is not clear that he needs them.

What hangs over Woodrow is a question of whether he a pure Ventrue or is of the Crusader bloodline. The way he acts screams Crusader.

He ran screaming when he was set on fire. He nearly died, but apparently survived. It may take him some time to recover. He was very blase about killing the Caitiff, and drawing and quartering them ("Sometimes the old ways are the best."). Monster.

He likes walking near the University of Toronto. He appeared wistful when he did so.
14th Legion, Prida

The 14th Prida is a legion within the Briyeran Military.

The 14th legion is a heavy infantry legion of the Bryerian military with a long list of Imperial honors. The legion was formed on Cin 21st 85 BGP and was deployed with the expedition fleets to Tenebris in 25 BGP. The legion is full strength at 5,000 legionaries in total. This includes musketeers, Cavalry, and non combative roles.

## History

The 14th "Incus" legion was raised on Cin 21st 85 BGP out of the Prida region of the Bryerian Empire. Originally raised as an auxiliary force the 14th was a half strength legion with roughly 2,500 legionaries all from the Prida region, minus officer.
Rock 'n Roll McDonald's

"**Rock 'n Roll McDonald's**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is a cover of Wesley Willis. It included on the deluxe edition of "Death of The Enemy" and is track 19 on the album.

## Background

The song is a cover of the song by Wesley Willis from 1995 about the rock-and-roll themed McDonald's and the restaurant as a whole. This version features an added guitar solo.

## Lyrics

McDonald's is the place to rock It is a restaurant where they buy food to eat It is a good place to listen to the music People flock here to get down to the rock music **(Chorus): Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock n Roll McDonald's** McDonald's will make you fat They serve Big Macs They serve Quarter-Pounders They will put pounds on you Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock n Roll McDonald's McDonald's hamburgers are the worst They are worse than Burger King A Big Mac has 26 grams of fat A Quarter-Pounder has 28 grams of fat (But I wouldn't know because I don't eat much food.) Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock n Roll McDonald's Rock over London Rock on Santa Barbara Wheaties: breakfast of champions

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbtHSzqXiUo&t=1s
Diamond Herrings

**Diamond Herrings** is an American electronic sample-based rock music project from central California. The band consists of only one member, who goes by his stage name Johnny Blan. It is an amateur project entirely done in Blan's freetime.

### Genre

Alternative rock; Rock; Rap rock; Electronic rock; Pop

## History

The band was first started in late 2016, when Johnny Blan was a Freshman in high school. It was the first music project he had done since his project Heyoo, which he did when he was a younger kid. He came up with the name "Diamond Herrings" in 2013, which is a play on both *diamond earrings* and *red herrings*. The first three albums and the EP "World of Vibes" were recorded on the video editing program VideoPad. The project is run mostly anonymously and with an extremely low budget. Their first single, "Shy," was released on January 3, 2017. The band is mostly known for songs like "Some Friend," "Moment of Truth," and "Crank It Up!" They are also notable for their eclectic styles, as well as the frequent cymbal sound used in their songs.

Diamond Herrings' biggest musical influences are Weezer and twenty one pilots.

On September 29, 2021 the band posted an unreleased cover of "Another One Bites The Dust" by Queen to YouTube. It was later included on the deluxe edition of Death of The Enemy.

## Discography

### Albums

* "First Album!" (released April 14, 2017)
* "New Recruits" (released March 6, 2020)
* "Death of The Enemy" (released June 25, 2021) (deluxe edition December 17, 2021)

### EPs

* "World of Vibes" (released November 23, 2018)

## External Links

* The band on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpN8lR3rsmRNGTHGsxWUag/featured
* The band on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-319153154 (Note: this page is outdated because Johnny Blan did not want to renew his account)
* The band's secondary SoundCloud account: https://soundcloud.com/user-806596829
The Train

"**The Train**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is track 2 on the Light The Night EP.

## Background

The song, quite literally, is about the singer's positive experiences with trains. Johnny Blan in real life often takes the train across the United States when he goes on vacation. The song starts with the real life sound of an Amtrak train pulling into a station before leading into a synth sample that starts the rest of the song.

## Lyrics

Planes have never been that great of a way for me to go There are better ways to travel the country, and I should know When I was 6 years old, I discovered my love for the train I’ve traveled through cities and towns, through the heat, snow, wind, and rain **(Chorus): Take me away on the train Take me anywhere I want in a couple days I love the views, I love the track Come down to the station and pick up the slack** The lounge car is always one of the best parts of the trip The dining car is excellent too, but don’t forget to leave them a tip I’ve been to L.A., Chicago, Seattle, and many others It’s the kind of love I can share with my mom, my dad, and brother **(Chorus) Hey, hey, hey, I love the train They can always bring a smile to my face I love the rooms, I love the stations There’s nothing like the train trip on a vacation** Planes may be faster, but you can’t experience anything there Trains also don’t make you feel trapped a thousand feet in the air Riding on a train can always guarantee a good, good time It’s the best place to be to be on the go or unwind **(Chorus)**

## Trivia

* As stated in the song, Johnny Blan hates flying, and has enjoyed train trips since he was 6 years old.
* The vocals in the song don't come in until 1:00, making this the second longest intro to a Diamond Herrings song, after "It's Okay".

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2lf73hYBek
The Gauntlet

"**The Gauntlet**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the sixth track on Death of The Enemy.

## Background

The song is a melancholy, almost trippy sounding song about trying to navigate depression and anxiety, specifically in 2020/2021. It ends with a spoken outro from Johnny Blan to the listener.

## Lyrics

Early in the morning as I raise my head I put on my clothes and I get out of bed I hope that these days will be over soon My head’s full of doom and gloom **(Chorus:) I’m trying the best that I can To relax and get back on the road again I’ve been going through a gauntlet these days And I want it to go away...** Sing a sad song to make it go away I’ll know what normal is again someday The world has a sick sense of humor sometimes I hope one day I can actually be fine Also, I’m SO sick of Covid-19 Throwing a wrench into most everything Positivity isn’t always easy I hope the enemy will be dead this week (Chorus) Anxiety, depression, confusion, what’s next? Boredom, miscomfort, it’s making me vexed Drama, overthinking, whatever it should be These thoughts are making me want to just scream Even when things start to get better, they still suck Will I have a day soon with no bad vibes, just good luck? I want to stop doubting things and bounce back from this rut Or maybe I’ll fix my mistakes by going with my gut (Chorus)

## Trivia

* This was originally going to be track #7 on the album, with "Wrong" being #6, but they were switched.
* By mistake, the album's cover does not appear on this song's audio on YouTube.

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RikBf8\_D8WA
Only Human (Alternate Version)

"**Only Human (Alternate Version)**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is a stand-alone single, although it could also be included as a bonus track on New Recruits. It was released on September 14, 2020.

## Only Human (Alternate Version)

### Next

Watching The Fireworks (Death of The Enemy)

## Background

The song was originally going to be the original version of Only Human, but Johnny Blan decided to scrap it because he did not like it because he felt like it broke the album's pace. However he decided to release this version of the song so other people could still hear it if they wanted. The song is much more stripped-down and mellow than the original. It uses a Midi piano throughout. The lyrics are different, except for the chorus, but this song and the original are both about the same thing: being up at night and having existentialist thoughts.

## Lyrics

Mother is sleeping Father is sleeping Brother is sleeping But I am not The rain is pouring All night long The town is sleeping tonight But I will not I've been questioning The ways of this Earth We're all humans, but is that it? I'm so tired Of these feelings that hurt There seems to be no way to get it all fixed **(Chorus:) I'm only human, and so are we all We've kept our society through rise and fall But it can be easy to lose hope right now Anything is possible, and we can get out of these times** Soon I'll be sleeping But it's not always easy When thoughts depress or scare me, my mind goes astray Anxiety can't always decide everything My superstitious thoughts won't go away (Chorus)

## Trivia

* Part of the melody was inspired from a lullaby that Blan's mother used to sing to him. It was also influenced from the Konami video game Elebits.

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyhAWm3StJE&t=65s
HappinessCharge Pretty Cure

HappinessCharge Pretty Cure is a 2014 Japanese magical girl anime series produced by Toei Animation.

## Plot

All around the world, Pretty Cures have been fighting against the invasion of the enemy known as Saiark! Shirayuki Hime, the princess of Blue Sky Kingdom is in fact a Pretty Cure, but unable to defeat the enemy alone, she is fallen behind the others and is in a quite a terrible situation. Then, on her quest to find a partner, she meets Aino Megumi (Cure Lovely), they form a team called Happiness Charge Pretty Cure. Later in the story, they are joined by Cure Honey (Omori Yuko) and Cure Fortune (Hikawa Iona), they fight against the Phantom Empire, defeat the Saiarks and collect all PreCards to fulfill their wish! With the dress-up theme beloved by girls, a completely different Pretty Cure story begins!

## Videos

Happiness Charge Precure - Funny SceneHappiness Charge Precure Cure Furtune is a Scrooge Shoper Funny Moment !!!
The Gomez Family's House

The **Gomez Family's house** is one of the main locations in *The Gumazing Gum Girl* franchise. It is where the Gomez family resides. It made a first appearance in *Chews Your Destiny*.

## Book Appearances

1. Chews Your Destiny
2. Gum Luck
3. Popped Star
4. Cover Blown
5. Stick Together

## Interior

* Kitchen
* Gum Girl's bedroom
* Bubble Boy's bedroom
* Mrs. and Dr. Gomez's bedroom (unseen)
* Bathroom (unseen)
* Hallway
* Living room
* Dining room
List of Merchandise

## Gum Girl gumball machine

The gumball machine made in early 2013 and re-released in 2020. San Diego Comic Con-exclusive.

## Gum Girl pin

On July 18, 2017, the Gum Girl enamel pin is produced. This pin is especially Gum Girl as she uses the same pose as she did in the front cover jacket of Chews Your Destiny. San Diego Comic Con-exclusive. This pin has two points.

## Gum Girl Valentine's Day cards

On Valentine's Day of 2020, two Gum Girl-themed Valentine's Day cards are produced. One is red and other is magenta. The red one has this Gum Girl image from the behind of the cover jacket of Cover Blown and reads "I CHEWS YOU VALENTINE!". The magenta one has that from the front cover of the hardcover print of Popped Star and reads "STUCK ON YOU VALENTINE!". It was also re-released on Valentine's Day of 2021.

## Gum Girl face mask

Made in 2021. It is a white face mask with Gum Girl's head on it. San Diego Comic Con-exclusive.

## Trivia

* "I CHEWS YOU VALENTINE" is a pun on "I choose you Valentine".
Brainstormer

* Superhero
* Civilian

**Brainstormer** was a secondary protagonist of *The Gumazing Gum Girl!* series. She was normally Gum Girl's school bully. She was a student in Ms. Smoot's class.

## Appearance

Natalie is a stereotypical boyish-looking girl who was a school bully. She usually wears a white shirt, pink vest, pink pants, and pink shoes. As Brainstormer, she wears a pink and white luchador mask, some black wristbands, and a white top with a poorly drawn brain on it.

## Relationships

### Friends

* Gum Girl
* Bubble Boy
* Ninja-Rina
* Robo-Chef
* The Cocodrilos

## Book Appearances

1. *Chews Your Destiny*
2. *Gum Luck*
3. *Popped Star*
4. *Cover Blown*
5. *Stick Together!*

## Trivia

* Brainstormer could usually be mistaken as a male character, due to her character design.
Hello Jadoo

Hello Jadoo is a comic that South Korean cartoonist Lee Bin has published in 1997.

## Plot

Set in the ordinary family and its days in Korea, it tells the pleasant, heartwarming story of five families: a tomboy girl Choi Ja-doo, a drunk father Choi Ho-dol, a Scrooge mother, Kim Nan Hyang, and a smart sister Choi Mi-mi and a mischievous brother Choi Seung-ki and teacher Lee Mi Ja and teachers Nam Ga On. The story of shrewd and loving Jadoo with family and friends gives viewers cute fun and laughter.

## Videos

Jadoo, the Bread - Hello JadooTomboy And Candy - Hello JadooENG) The Little Mermaid - Hello JadooI Want to be Pretty -Hello Jadoo
Your Way

"**Your Way**" is a song by Diamond Herrings. It is the fourth track on the Light The Night EP.

## Background

The song is primarily a response to the singer's aunt breaking up with her husband, though it's also about disappointment in general and the feeling of something great that you liked or was a major part of your life changing. The song features a piano intro before turning into an emo rock tune. It has a short drum solo outro.

## Lyrics

My disappointment is immeasurable We’ve made good memories that were pleasurable But now, you’ve gone and thrown them all away I hope you’re happy with this change **(Chorus): I wish we could do things my way But we have to do them your way You could at least say sorry 'Cause baby I don’t got to do that** Now we have to start everything from a clean slate Even though before this happened we were all doing great Thought I’d never feel any of these stupid feelings again Thought I could trust you until the end Thought the worst of the worst was over for good But you’ve proven me wrong and ruined everyone’s mood You act like a Karen who only does what you want How much longer can this go on? **(Chorus)** I know sometimes things don’t always work out I don’t mean to pout But sometimes things are better kept the way they were Haven’t you heard? **(Chorus)**

## External Links

* The song on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B39zE5uCwQE
Rex Farmer

Rex Farmer is a member of Clan Nosferatu, and the Scourge of the Toronto Camarilla.

Rex killed Alex Fox, presumably in the course of his professional duties and ostensibly for breaking the masquerade by talking freely to his meal before eating. This appears to have been done on the orders of Woodrow White. It is not clear where, if anywhere, Woodrow White's orders came from.

When not obfuscated, Rex is approximately 7 feet tall, with a strong, triangular upper body and long, lean legs. He has a slender, sharp, elongated face, and sharp, elongated facial features. He has scruffy hair.

He is known to be particularly brutal with his targets. He is known to have a high degree of the "discipline" of Potence (dramatically heightened strength), and literally rends some of his targets limb from limb with his bare hands with ease.

He enjoys violence and tiny animals, and enjoys nursing families of mice and rats. He often has several small mice in his various pockets.

He was an academic before the embrace, having a research doctorate in philosophy. He is known to have an extensive library as a holdover from his mortal life, although it is unknown if he still uses it.