Over the years, lead singer Jason Tankerley’s vocal delivery has been compared to the likes of Davey Havok (AFI), Michale Graves (ex-Misfits), and Zoli Teglas (ex-Ignite / Pennywise) while adding his own vast array of vocal influences.
In 2006, ENERGY - who took their name from the title of punk rock band Operation Ivy's only album, released their debut EP Punch the Clock through Rock Vegas Records in 2007.
In May of 2008, the band signed with Bridge Nine Records to release their debut LP Invasions Of The Mind.
The band then toured the U.S. with H2O, Bane, and Cruel Hand in October, followed by their first European tour with Slapshot in November. Ending the year with a mini holiday tour with Set Your Goals, Four Year Strong, and Every Avenue.
October 2010 brought the release of the EP Walk Into The Fire.
2013 saw the release of “New Worlds Of Fear” an EP later reissued in 2016 as Apparition Sound.
In March 2017, the band toured the UK for the first time ever with Creeper, Puppy and Milk Teeth.
On July 21, 2017, the band released the EP Under the Mask which was followed by their first ever headlining tour of the U.K. with Miss Vincent as the support act.
Streetlights
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(Hook: 50 Cent)
If I can't do well, homey, it can't be done
Now I'ma let the champagne bottle pop
I'ma take it to the top
Fo sho I'ma make it hot, baby (baby)
I apply pressure to pussies that stuntin I pop
Stand alone squeezin my pistol I'm sure that I gotta
Now Peter Piper picked peppers and dont rock rhymes
I'm 50 Cent, I write a lil bit but I pop nines
Tell niggaz, "Get they money right," cuz I got mine
And I'm around quit playin nigga you can't shine
You gon be that next chump to end up in the trunk
After bein hit by the pump, is that whut you want?
Be easy nigga, I'll lay your ass out
Believe me nigga, thats whut I'm about, gangsta
You could find a nigga sittin on chrome
Hit the clutch, hit the gear, hit the gas & I'm gone (Yea!)
(Hook: 50 Cent)
If I can't do well, homey, it can't be done
Now I'ma let the champagne bottle pop
I'ma take it to the top
Fo sho I'ma make it hot, baby (baby)
(Verse 2: 50 Cent (Dr Dre) )
I'm down for the action, he smart with his mouth so smack em
You holdin a strap, he might come back so clap em
React like a gangsta, die like a gangsta for actin
Cuz you'll get hit & homicide'll be askin, "Whut happened?"
OH NO look who clapped em with the FO'FO'
20 Inch rims sittin CHRO-CHROME
Eastside, Westside niggaz OH NO, NO GO
Even my mama said, "Something really wrong with my brain"
Niggaz don't rob me they know I'm down to die for my chain
G-UNIT! We get it poppin in the hood
G-UNIT! Muthafucka whuts good?
I'm waitin on niggaz to act like they dont know how to act
I had a sip of too much Jack, I'll blow em off the map
With the mack, thinkin its all rap
Til that ass get clapped and Doc say "It's a wrap"
(It's a wrap, nigga)
(Hook: 50 Cent)
If I can't do well, homey, it can't be done
Now I'ma let the champagne bottle pop
I'ma take it to the top
Fo sho I'ma make it hot, baby (baby)
(Verse 3: 50 Cent)
I been feelin I had to teach lessons to slow learners
Go head act up, get smacked in the head with the burner
I dont fight fair, I'm dirty-dirty
I'm from Southside Jamaica, Queens, nigga ya'heard me?
When streetlights come on niggaz blast the nines
Get locked up, they read books to pass the time
In the game there's up's and down's, so I stay on the grind
Niggaz on my dick more than my bitch, I stay on they mind
They aint nothin they could do to stop my shine
This is God's plan homey, this ain't mine
I played the music loud so Grandpa called me a nuisance
And Grandma; who always gotta throw in her two cent
I'm the drop out who made more more money than these teachers
Roofless/Ruthless like the Coupe but I come with more features
I am whut I am, you could like it or love it
It feels good to pull 50 grand & think nothin of it
Fuck it
(Hook: 50 Cent)
If I can't do well, homey, it can't be done
Now I'ma let the champagne bottle pop
I'ma take it to the top
Fo sho I'ma make it hot, baby (baby)
If I can't do well, homey, it can't be done
Now I'ma let the champagne bottle pop
I'ma take it to the top
Fo sho I'ma make it hot, baby (baby)
Uh huh, hood make it hot
Dr Dre, Aftermath
Shady, ha ha
The song Streetlights by Energy is actually a remix of the song "If I Can't" by 50 Cent. In this song, 50 Cent is talking about his life growing up in Southside Jamaica, Queens and how he has become successful despite obstacles that he has faced. In the first verse, he talks about applying pressure to those who are holding him back and carrying a pistol for protection. He also tells others that they need to get their money right if they want to be successful like him. The chorus talks about popping champagne bottles and taking it to the top.
In the second verse, 50 Cent continues to talk about his gangster lifestyle and how he is down for the action. He talks about getting into altercations with those who disrespect him and how he is willing to die for his chains. He also represents his crew, G-Unit, and their involvement in the hood. The verse ends with him rapping about how he will blow his enemies off the map with a Mack, despite them thinking it's all just rap.
In the final verse, 50 Cent talks about being from Southside Jamaica and how streetlights signal when it's time to start shooting. He mentions how he has to teach slow learners a lesson and how he likes to fight dirty. The verse concludes with him rapping about how he has made more money than his teachers and how he doesn't think twice about spending 50 grand.
Overall, Streetlights is a reflection of 50 Cent's success and the obstacles he has faced in reaching the top. His lyrics are a reminder to never give up, to work hard, and to keep pushing until you reach your goals.
Line by Line Meaning
If I can't do well, homey, it can't be done
I am determined to succeed and if I can't, then no one can
Now I'ma let the champagne bottle pop
I'm going to celebrate my success with a bottle of champagne
I'ma take it to the top
I'm going to achieve success and reach the top level of society
Fo sho I'ma make it hot, baby (baby)
I'm definitely going to make it big and make a lot of money
I apply pressure to pussies that stuntin I pop
I put pressure on those who try to show off and I eliminate them
Stand alone squeezin my pistol I'm sure that I gotta
I stand alone as a strong and confident individual and I'm ready to defend myself with a firearm
Now Peter Piper picked peppers and dont rock rhymes
I'm not interested in nursery rhymes or simple things like picking peppers, I'm focused on making music and money
I'm 50 Cent, I write a lil bit but I pop nines
I am a rapper named 50 Cent and I write some music but I'm also known for carrying and using guns
Tell niggaz, "Get they money right," cuz I got mine
I advise people to focus on achieving financial stability like I have done
And I'm around quit playin nigga you can't shine
I'm present in the scene and anyone who tries to steal my spotlight won't succeed
You gon be that next chump to end up in the trunk
If you continue to act foolishly, you will be the next victim to be killed and hidden in the trunk of a car
After bein hit by the pump, is that whut you want?
Do you really want to be shot and killed by a gun?
Be easy nigga, I'll lay your ass out
Relax, I have the ability to knock you out or kill you
Believe me nigga, thats whut I'm about, gangsta
Trust me, this is really who I am, I'm a true gangster
You could find a nigga sittin on chrome
You could see me sitting in a car with shiny chrome wheels
Hit the clutch, hit the gear, hit the gas & I'm gone (Yea!)
I'm ready to drive away fast as soon as I hit the gas pedal
I'm down for the action, he smart with his mouth so smack em
I'm ready for confrontation and if someone talks too much, I will physically harm them
You holdin a strap, he might come back so clap em
If someone is holding a gun, they might use it against you, so shoot them first
React like a gangsta, die like a gangsta for actin
If you act like a gangster, you may end up dying like one
Cuz you'll get hit & homicide'll be askin, "Whut happened?"
If you get killed, the police will investigate and ask what led to your death
OH NO look who clapped em with the FO'FO'
Oh no, someone was killed with a handgun
20 Inch rims sittin CHRO-CHROME
I have a car with 20-inch wheels that are shiny chrome
Eastside, Westside niggaz OH NO, NO GO
Whether you're from the Eastside or the Westside, it doesn't matter, we're still in danger
Even my mama said, "Something really wrong with my brain"
Even my own mother acknowledges that I have some mental issues
Niggaz don't rob me they know I'm down to die for my chain
People don't attempt to steal my jewelry because they know I'm willing to risk my life to protect it
G-UNIT! We get it poppin in the hood
I'm part of a rap group called G-Unit and we're very popular in the neighborhood
Muthafucka whuts good?
What's up, motherfucker?
I'm waitin on niggaz to act like they dont know how to act
I'm waiting for someone to start acting foolishly so I can retaliate
I had a sip of too much Jack, I'll blow em off the map
I drank too much whiskey and now I'm ready to violently attack someone
With the mack, thinkin its all rap
With my gun, I think that everything is like a rap song
Til that ass get clapped and Doc say "It's a wrap"
Until someone gets shot and killed, then the situation is finally over
I been feelin I had to teach lessons to slow learners
I've found that I need to physically harm people who don't learn from their mistakes
Go head act up, get smacked in the head with the burner
If you provoke me, I'll hit you in the head with a gun
I dont fight fair, I'm dirty-dirty
I don't follow the rules of fighting, I'm willing to do whatever it takes to win
I'm from Southside Jamaica, Queens, nigga ya'heard me?
I'm from a rough area of Queens, New York and I want to make sure you understand that
When streetlights come on niggaz blast the nines
At night, when the streetlights turn on, people often shoot their guns
Get locked up, they read books to pass the time
When people get arrested, they often read books to keep themselves entertained
In the game there's up's and down's, so I stay on the grind
In the music industry, there are good times and bad times, but I always work hard
Niggaz on my dick more than my bitch, I stay on they mind
People are always trying to get close to me for money or fame, but I don't forget about them
They aint nothin they could do to stop my shine
No one can prevent me from achieving success
This is God's plan homey, this ain't mine
I believe that my success is predetermined by a higher power, not my own effort
I played the music loud so Grandpa called me a nuisance
I listened to loud music and my grandfather thought it was annoying
And Grandma; who always gotta throw in her two cent
My grandmother always has something to say, even though it may not be important
I'm the drop out who made more more money than these teachers
I didn't finish school but I make more money than my former teachers
Roofless/Ruthless like the Coupe but I come with more features
I'm ruthless like a car without a roof but I have more skills and abilities
I am whut I am, you could like it or love it
This is who I am, you can either accept me or not
It feels good to pull 50 grand & think nothin of it
It's satisfying to have so much money that you don't even think twice about spending 50 thousand dollars
Fuck it
I don't care, I'll do whatever I want
Uh huh, hood make it hot
Yes, the streets are dangerous
Dr Dre, Aftermath
I am affiliated with Dr. Dre's record label Aftermath Entertainment
Shady, ha ha
I'm also associated with Eminem's label Shady Records
Contributed by Kayla K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Check out the official music video for "Another Yesterday: https://youtu.be/DIeXbO4-9JY