Down With Webster formed in Toronto in the late 90's, beginning as a high school talent show jam band. They recently signed with Universal Motown in April 2009.
In 2007, after multiple demo releases, they released their self titled album and it was available on the Kill The 8 store, as well as merch.
And in 2008, Down With Webster won the Rogers Mobile/Universal Music best unsigned artist in Canada award, and in 2009 both KISS front man Gene Simmons and Timbaland expressed interest in signing the band to their respective labels. According Timbaland, "That group is the most amazing and creative, innovative group that’s going to come out in 2010."
The band's debut EP Time to Win Vol. 1 was released on October 6, 2009, and the single "Rich Girl$" debuted on the Canadian Hot 100 at #47 for the week of October 24, 2009, and peaked at #21 on January 9, 2010. The follow-up single "Your Man" was released to Canadian radio stations in January 2010. Since then it has peaked at #12 on the Canadian Hot 100, outperforming their debut single on the chart. In August 2010, the band released "Whoa is Me" as their last single on the "Time to Win, Vol. 1" EP.
From mid-October 2010 through late November, Down with Webster toured with 3oh!3 on the "Streets of Gold" tour. They gained a large American following during this. After the tour, the boys arrived back to Toronto to finish recording their follow-up album, "Time to Win, Vol. 2" before their own headlining tour, "Wintour 2011". The album was released on November 1st, 2011
The band is from the Beaches neighbourhood in Toronto and have played the Beaches International Jazz Festival from 2003-2005 and can be seen walking around this neighbourhood in the summer.
They released their final album "Party For Your Life" on January 28th, 2014 to rave reviews. Amanda Hather of Canadian Beats gave the album a 4.5/5, saying "Whether you are a fan of all of the genres that Down With Webster somehow manage to mix into their songs, there is something for everyone on this album." Davina Sinnatamby of Tangible Sound gave the album a 4/5, closing her review with "So if you feel like a shot of something stronger that caffeine or alcohol; I'd recommend listening to this whole album. The songs don't just make you want to get up and dance; the fast rhythms, smooth rhymes and poetic lyrics make you want to live forever."
After a few years without producing any music or performing any live shows, the band posted on their Facebook on June 2, 2017, that they would be going on a hiatus. Gillett, Armes, Hunter, and Martino formed a new band called Honors. Bucky has started a new project called Karter Park with original Down with Webster member Kierscey. Ferris has built a following as a DJ in Toronto.
Jessica
Down with Webster Lyrics
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There's a picture of me next to 'hard to believe' in the dictionary
Said we were in love but that 'aint what I want now, what I want now, what
I want now
Said you were the one but that 'aint what I want not, what I want now, what
I want
I want your best friend
I need your best friend
Trust me when I say this, you can't trust me at all
And we can be best friends but I want your best friend
Chorus:
Is Jessica around?
I hear her coming down
We can be best friends but I want your best friend
Is Jessica around?
I hear her coming down
We can be best friends but I want your best friend
Is Jessica around?
As soon as I saw your best friend there in the entrance
I knew you were destined to remain friends but share the?
You wear the pants and she wear the dresses
I'm not sexist just obsessive
I've been watching her, I confessed it
I sent her a message, a couple of exes
Funny how a text can turn into breakfast
And that's how we got right here
Too many lights, strobe lights and light beers
Me and her kicked it into high gear
That's weird, despite what you might hear
You want romance but I don't slow dance
And I won't hold hands so there is no chance
Anyways, it's on with the show
Just let me know
Chorus
Yeah
You make it seems so easy
Is it anyway to keep me?
It's like you bring her around just to tease me
She's so sick with it, oh so queezy
And you so?, blind to the fact that I'm leaving
'Cause the ribbons aint up in the sky no more
I guess that's what friends are for
Said we were in love but that 'aint what I want now, what I want now, what
I want now
Said you were the one but that 'aint what I want not, what I want now, what
I want now
I want your best friend
I need your best friend
We can be best friends but I want your best friend
Trust me when I say this, you can't trust me at all
And we can be best friends but I want your best friend
Chorus
The lyrics of "Jessica" describe a love triangle between the singer, his girlfriend, and her best friend Jessica. Although he enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, he can't help but think about Jessica and wants to be with her instead. He admits that he's been watching her and confesses that he sent her a message, which turned into a breakfast. Despite his girlfriend's desires for romance, he has no interest in holding hands or slow dancing. The chorus repeats the question, "Is Jessica around?" as if he can't wait to see her again but still wants to maintain a friendship with his girlfriend.
The lyrics are a depiction of a typical scenario where one falls for the best friend of their partner. The singer's feelings toward Jessica are so strong that he can't help it even when he is with his girlfriend. He is honest with his girlfriend and expresses that he wants her best friend, but he still tries to maintain a friendship with her. He admits that although he can't be trusted, he just wants to be with Jessica.
Line by Line Meaning
We're never alone 'cause I'm thinking of her, when it's you and me
Even when we are together, I am constantly thinking about your best friend.
There's a picture of me next to 'hard to believe' in the dictionary
I am so unbelievable that I am listed as an example next to the phrase 'hard to believe' in the dictionary.
Said we were in love but that 'aint what I want now, what I want now, what
I want now
Although we may have been in love at one point, that is no longer what I desire.
Said you were the one but that 'aint what I want not, what I want now, what
I want
Although I may have thought you were the one for me, I realize now that I want something different.
I want your best friend
I am interested in being romantically involved with your best friend.
I need your best friend
It is not just a casual interest, but a need that I have to be with your best friend.
Trust me when I say this, you can't trust me at all
Although I may ask for your trust, you should not trust me at all in this situation.
Is Jessica around?
I hear her coming down
We can be best friends but I want your best friend
I am inquiring if Jessica is present, and even though we can be friends, my true desire is for her.
As soon as I saw your best friend there in the entrance
I knew you were destined to remain friends but share the?
Upon seeing your best friend, I realized that even though you and I may remain friends, I am meant to pursue a romantic relationship with her instead.
You wear the pants and she wear the dresses
I'm not sexist just obsessive
Although it may seem like a gender stereotype, I am simply obsessed with the idea of being romantically involved with your best friend.
Too many lights, strobe lights and light beers
Me and her kicked it into high gear
In a party atmosphere, things escalated quickly between me and your best friend.
That's weird, despite what you might hear
You want romance but I don't slow dance
And I won't hold hands so there is no chance
Anyways, it's on with the show
Just let me know
I know it may seem strange, but your best friend and I have a deeper connection than just dancing or holding hands. Regardless, I am focused on pursuing her and am willing to let you know what happens between us.
You make it seems so easy
Is it anyway to keep me?
It's like you bring her around just to tease me
You seem to effortlessly bring your best friend around, and I am curious if there is any way to keep her in my life. However, it feels as though you do so just to taunt me.
She's so sick with it, oh so queezy
And you so?, blind to the fact that I'm leaving
Your best friend is amazing, but you are unaware that I am planning on leaving you for her.
'Cause the ribbons aint up in the sky no more
I guess that's what friends are for
Our relationship has changed, and we are no longer as close as we used to be. This is what friends do - they grow apart and pursue different things.
Contributed by Abigail N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
A L A N A
such an underrated band i love being canadian lmao
XD Ultra Bob
Same
dismakememuchangey
How doesn't this have at least a million views come on! This song got me obsessed with Down With Webster!
oriana bellissimo
this band deserves waaay more fans!
ninjagirlmaniac
Terrific job boys! I'm in awe yet again by your talent and crazy, awesome ridiculous good looks. :D Ahah. To be honest though, I was trying not to squirm and squeal at my babies being all tied up even when it was fake. Them playing their instruments all tied up... -sniff- The photos all over her wall in the beginning...that's every fangirl's room. But yeah, wicked video! (:
MrNietschdog
Saw them preform last night with Mariana's trench! Best concert I've seen.
Douche Bag
It's sad when i see that a masterpiece such as this has a little over 200k views.
EverAfter13
This makes me happy. I love DWW and my names Jessica. It's great <3
Amanda Sherret
YES! This is one of my favourite DWW songs, glad they made a video for it!
Kirstin Corbett
AMAZING :) Love this band <3