In 1994, Plankeye released Spill, their first album, which was able to garner enough sales to catch the interest of Tooth and Nail Records. Spill was re-released on Tooth and Nail, as Plankeye went into the studio again to record a slightly less aggressive album, The Spark. In 1996, Plankeye released Commonwealth, which introduced a more polished and mature sound. Over the course of the next year, the group toured constantly, opening for the Newsboys. In November 1997, the group released their best selling album, The One & Only. To promote this album, Plankeye headlined "The One & Only Tour", featuring opening act, the Insyderz. One year later, lead singer Scott Siletta and drummer Adam Ferry left Plankeye to form the short-lived pop-punk band Fanmail. Siletta later formed a record label called "Vanishing Point Records" with a lineup including his new band "The Franchise".
In 1999, Balmer and Garcia released Relocation on a new record label, BEC Recordings. This album featured Plankeye's heartfelt single, "Goodbye". Some wondered if this song was subtly referencing Scott and Adam's departure from the band, something which Eric and Luis refuted.
In 2001, Plankeye's song, "When It Comes", was chosen by MP3.com to be included on their radio show 'The Download'. Plankeye beat out 12,000 or so other Alternative bands on MP3.com to get on the show.
In spring of 2001, Kevin Poush and Louie Ruiz joined Plankeye to record Plankeye's most experimental album to date, Strange Exchange. In 2002, Poush and Ruiz left the band, and Balmer and Garcia recorded Wings to Fly, a greatest-of compilation which also had 6 new songs including a re-recording of "Bicycle", from Commonwealth.
After Plankeye broke up, Eric Balmer formed a band called Fielding with his wife, Beth.
When It Comes
Plankeye Lyrics
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To keep you warm to make you happy
The day's been long you're feeling down and out
Somethings wrong but what's it all about
When it comes it steals the blue from your eyes
When it comes and all your tears run dry
And it comes we'll sing you a lullaby tonight
There's a time for everything
So sing along and chase the rain away
It won't be long tomorrows's another day
When it comes it steals the blue from your eyes
When it comes and all your tears run dry
When it comes we'll sing you a lullaby tonight
When analyzing the lyrics to Plankeye's song "When It Comes," a sense of comfort and hope is conveyed throughout the song. The opening lines state that the song is meant to keep the listener company, keep them warm, and make them happy. The lyrics then suggest that there may be hardships or struggles facing the listener, causing them to feel down and out. The line "something's wrong but what's it all about" conveys a sense of confusion and lack of understanding, as if the listener is unsure why they are feeling this way. However, the chorus comes in with a message of hope: "When it comes, it steals the blue from your eyes. When it comes, and all your tears run dry. When it comes, we'll sing you a lullaby tonight." This is a message of comfort, reassuring the listener that whatever they are going through, it will eventually pass.
The second half of the song continues with this theme of hope and reassurance, suggesting that there is a time for everything and encouraging the listener to sing along and chase away the rain. The final chorus repeats the message of the first, emphasizing that when "it" comes (whatever "it" may be for the individual listener), there will be comfort and support.
Overall, the lyrics to "When It Comes" provide an uplifting message of hope and comfort, suggesting that no matter how tough things may seem at times, they will eventually get better. The song suggests that there are times of both hardship and joy, and emphasizes the importance of seeking out moments of happiness and positivity even during difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Here's a song to keep you company
This song is meant to accompany you and bring you comfort.
To keep you warm to make you happy
The song is intended to comfort and bring you happiness.
The day's been long you're feeling down and out
You've had a tough day and feel defeated.
Somethings wrong but what's it all about
You're not sure what's causing your distress.
When it comes it steals the blue from your eyes
Whatever is causing your sadness can take away your ability to see and feel joy.
When it comes and all your tears run dry
The hurt can be so deep that eventually you can no longer even cry.
And it comes we'll sing you a lullaby tonight
We'll be here for you and try to comfort you through the pain.
There's a time for everything
Everything happens in its own time and is a part of life.
It's where you'll find your melody
In the ups and downs of life, you can find your own rhythm and music.
So sing along and chase the rain away
Sing and let the music help you overcome the sadness and difficulties.
It won't be long tomorrows's another day
Things will get better and tomorrow is a new day with new possibilities.
When it comes it steals the blue from your eyes
Whatever is causing your sadness can take away your ability to see and feel joy.
When it comes and all your tears run dry
The hurt can be so deep that eventually you can no longer even cry.
When it comes we'll sing you a lullaby tonight
We'll be here for you and try to comfort you through the pain.
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