Although the band received much commercial attention during the ska wave, they decided to continue down the independent road with STOMP Records, which had become and remains a major player in the international independent music scene. Their fourth release, “No Self Control” (2001) was produced by Steven Drake (Tragically Hip, Barenaked Ladies, The Odds etc.) and was also well received by national college radio and spawned hit videos such as the animated “Blind” and the tongue in cheek “Wish I Were American”.
“Mighty”, the Planet Smashers’ fifth full length, was produced/engineered by Rod Shearer (Bran Van 3000, Bionic, Corey Hart) and co-produced by The Planet Smashers (not to mention mixed on the same board as Madonna’s “Like a Virgin”!). Having moved past the dark and critical themes of “No Self Control”, “Mighty” became the band’s most success record internationally after being licensed by labels in Japan, Europe, Russia, Brazil and Australia.
The Planet Smashers released their first and only DVD “10” in 2004, commemorating the last 10 years of the band. Countless tours all over the world, 12 videos, 5 full length releases and a ton of good times. The Planet Smashers celebrated their 10th by joining the Vans Warped 2004 which also entered it’s 10th year. In 2005, the Smashers released “Unstoppable” their sixth and most recent commercial offering. The album was licensed in Japan by Sky/Sony, in the UK by Household Name Records/Plastic Head, in Europe by Leechredda/Cargo and in Russia by AudioFind. In 2006 the band played over 60 shows in Europe including Moscow, London, Vienna, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Dublin and many more.
In terms of touring, not many indie Canadian bands come close. They have headlined countless tours in North America, 8 European tours, been included on 5 Vans Warped Tour as well as a Japanese tour in 2002. They have toured with such acts as AFI, the Toasters, Sick of it All, Billy Talent, Rancid, Mustard Plug, Simple Plan, Samiam, The Aquabats, Mighty Mighty Bosstones and countless others.
Life Of The Party
The Planet Smashers Lyrics
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Dates not here it's a quarter to ten, time to start jumpin'
You know life's not easy, but it's the only way to be
Maxin' out the cards at every bar, the bouncers are after me
Wo-oh hey hey gonna rise up to the occasion
Wo-oh hey hey the party doesn't start till I get there yeah,
Hey baby, I'm the life of the party,
Life of the party yeah,
Life of the party
Life of the party,
Life of the party.
Check out the dance floor, shake it to the beat
Party's on high wanna go all night
Never want the evening to end
Living after midnight, is the only way for me
Can't sit tight, gonna party all night
Everybody's watching me
Wo-oh hey hey gonna rise up to the occasion
Wo-oh hey hey the party doesn't start till I get there say yeah,
Hey baby, I'm the life of the party,
Life of the party yeah,
Hey baby, I'm the life of the party,
Life of the party
Woah, hey sister,
I'm life of the party,
Life of the party,
Yeah hey baby I'm the life of the party,
Life of the party,
Life of the party,
Life of the party,
Life of the party
Life of the...
The Planet Smashers's song "Life Of The Party" is an upbeat and lively song about being the center of attention at a party. The lyrics describe the singer crashing through the lobby, not knowing where to go, and feeling like they have to be the life of every party. The singer expresses that life is not easy, but partying is the only way to be. They talk about maxing out their cards at every bar and having the bouncers chase after them. The chorus repeats the phrase "Hey baby, I'm the life of the party" emphasizing the need for attention and validation. The singer dances all night, never wanting the evening to end, and feeling like everyone is watching them. Finally, the song ends with a repeated chant of "Life of the party".
Line by Line Meaning
Crash through the lobby, don't know where to go
Entering the party in a rush, with no specific destination in mind
Dates not here it's a quarter to ten, time to start jumpin'
Realizing that the party has already started without them and feeling the need to catch up quickly
You know life's not easy, but it's the only way to be
Acknowledging the challenges of life, but choosing to embrace it and enjoy the present moment
Maxin' out the cards at every bar, the bouncers are after me
Spending excessively at every drinking establishment and causing trouble with security staff as a result
Wo-oh hey hey gonna rise up to the occasion
Determined to fully participate in the party and make the most of the experience
Wo-oh hey hey the party doesn't start till I get there yeah,
Believing oneself to be the center of attention and the driving force behind the success of the event
Hey baby, I'm the life of the party,
Confidently proclaiming oneself as the primary source of entertainment and enjoyment for all guests
Life of the party yeah,
Being the prime exciter in a gathering
Check out the dance floor, shake it to the beat
Excitedly encouraging others to join in on the dancing and enjoy the music
Party's on high wanna go all night
Feeling the energy of the party and wanting it to continue indefinitely
Never want the evening to end
Desiring to keep the party going indefinitely and never wanting the fun to stop
Living after midnight, is the only way for me
Preferring to live life at night and fully indulging in the party scene
Can't sit tight, gonna party all night
Unable to remain still and feeling the urge to celebrate and enjoy the night as long as possible
Everybody's watching me
Feeling as though one is the center of attention and being observed by all party-goers
Hey baby, I'm the life of the party,
Repeating the assertion that one is the most exciting individual at the event
Woah, hey sister,
Addressing a female party-goer in a friendly manner
I'm life of the party,
Affirming once again that one is the primary driving force behind the entertainment and activity of the gathering
Life of the party,
Emphasizing once again one's claim to be the most entertaining individual in attendance
Yeah hey baby I'm the life of the party,
Restating one's bold ownership of the role of primary entertainer at the party
Life of the party,
Repeating the statement that one is the most lively and entertaining individual present
Life of the party,
Continuing to assert one's claim to be the main source of enjoyment and energy for the event
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@ChanelleFT
Undergrads 15/Love Those are the shows from which I heard this song. The memories <3 Omg this song gets me TURNT UP!
@mathieugrenier1
Saw them friday night in Sherbrooke, I was fucked up. Lots of fun :)
@ninjacobra
Greatest Quebecer band!
@AshleyMacPhee
this is my FAVE song by them! SO FUN. they are amazing live!
@InflatablePlane
I miss this shit.
@TheNicolce
good memories!! i saw them 2 times in switzerland!! the sound of my youth :)
@filou13
I'm going to see them live in Trois-Rivieres tomorrow, I can't wait!
@NoPersonCreature
how was it!
@filou13
@@NoPersonCreature Crowded. Ha!
@TwoBittGames
One of the billions of reasons I wish I lived in Canada...