Pollard began releasing solo records in 1996, alongside regular releases from Guided by Voices. These albums were typically recorded with a small group consisting of current or former Guided by Voices members, and they were generally considered to informally be part of the Guided by Voices canon, as that band would regularly perform selections from the solo releases in concert.
After the dissolution of Guided by Voices in 2004, Robert Pollard launched his official solo career with the release of From a Compound Eye in February 2006. Pollard's recent studio work has eschewed the live-band format, instead relying on the multi-instrumental talents of Todd Tobias, who produced several Guided by Voices albums. In 2006, he resumed touring with a new band informally dubbed "The Ascended Masters", which featured Tommy Keene on lead guitar and keyboards, Dave Phillips on guitar, Jon Wurster on drums, and Jason Narducy on bass. After Normal Happiness was released, the band returned to the road but subsequent to the cancellation of some 2006 dates due to a leg injury, Pollard announced his retirement from touring. Pollard, however, has since toured with Boston Spaceships.
Pollard resides just outside of Dayton, OH. with his wife, Sarah.
Meet My Team
Robert Pollard Lyrics
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A contingency of nasty people
Wayne saw it
Let the competition begin
Want some?
Get some
Wake up and meet my team
Meet my team
This is my team
This is my team
At first glance, the lyrics of "Meet My Team" by Robert Pollard may seem simple and straightforward in their message of showcasing the artist's team of "nasty people." However, upon closer inspection, the song's deeper meaning can be interpreted as a rallying cry or a challenge to other artists and industry competitors. The line "let the competition begin" highlights this theme, as the performance industry can often be cut-throat and competitive. The repetition of the phrase "meet my team" throughout the song can also be seen as a way of asserting dominance and showcasing the collective talent and abilities of the team.
The use of the phrase "get some" in the lyrics adds to the theme of competition and serves as a warning to any competitors that try to stand in the way of the artist and his team. The overall tone of the song is bold and confident, with a "no-holds-barred" attitude towards the industry and those within it. The repetition of "this is my team" at the end of the song serves as a final assertion of power and is a clear message to any detractors or doubters.
Line by Line Meaning
Meet my team
Introducing the group of people who work with me
A contingency of nasty people
A group of dangerous individuals who will do anything for success
Wayne saw it
Wayne noticed my team and is aware of their capabilities
Let the competition begin
It's time to start competing and see who comes out on top
Want some?
Are you ready to face us?
Get some
If you do, be prepared for a fight
Wake up and meet my team
Get ready to meet my formidable group of people
Meet my team
I want to showcase my highly-capable team
This is my team
I am proud of and confident in the people who work with me
This is my team
I want everyone to know that this is who I am competing with
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT E. JR. POLLARD
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