Plaskett and The Emergency have been nominated for two Juno Awards and won two East Coast Music Awards. The Emergency won in the Rock Recording of the Year category for the album Truthfully, Truthfully.
In 2007, their first album to include their new bassist, Chris Pennell, was released. The album, Ashtray Rock, is described by the band as a concept album. The album was on the shortlist for the 2007 Polaris Music Prize.
In 2012, the band released the album Scrappy Happiness.
An Introduction
Joel Plaskett Emergency Lyrics
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I don't know (?)
I even liked our first two records on cassette
We were the soundtrack for the night
You and me had that fight
Out in the woods
Over some girl we'd met
In "An Introduction," Joel Plaskett Emergency reflects on their journey as a band, acknowledging their success and the ups and downs that come with it. The opening line, "Yeah, loved I've been," suggests that the band has experienced love and support from their fans throughout their career. The following line, "I don't know (?)" may imply that despite their success, they may still question their impact or feel uncertain about their future.
The line "I even liked our first two records on cassette" shows that the band is aware of their beginnings and are appreciative of their earlier work. The next line, "we were the soundtrack for the night," reinforces the notion that music and the band's songs have played a significant role in the lives of their listeners. The following lines recount a fight between band members that took place while they were out in the woods, suggesting that despite their success they have also faced challenges as a group.
Overall, "An Introduction" acknowledges the band's success as well as the challenges they have faced along the way, ultimately painting a picture of a group who is grateful for their journey and eager to continue creating music.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, loved i've been
I have experienced love and felt its powerful and positive impact on my life.
I don't know (?)
Despite my previous statement, I am uncertain about the long-term effects of love and whether it is truly worth the potential pain and heartbreak that can come with it.
I even liked our first two records on cassette
I have fond memories of the early days of our band and the music we created together, even if it was on outdated technology like cassette tapes.
We were the soundtrack for the night
Our music was a source of inspiration and joy for those who listened to it, and it provided the perfect backdrop for many memorable moments.
You and me had that fight
At times, even the closest relationships can be fraught with tension and disagreement.
Out in the woods
This particular argument took place in a natural, secluded setting, perhaps indicating a desire for solitude and reflection.
Over some girl we'd met
Our argument was sparked by a disagreement over a woman we had both met and were interested in, highlighting the complicated and messy nature of romantic entanglements.
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