In their role as consummate outsiders, the band has turned down major record deals and have opted instead to run down their own track where, with the help of collaborators such as Joe Jackson, they have recorded over 15 albums and DVDs as well as countless videos, singles, EPs, and compilation tracks. Their music has appeared in film and on television. They have penned film-scores and themes for kids’ programming on Nickelodeon. They have recorded jingles for AOL, Miller, Cisco Systems, Michelob, and Coca-Cola amongst others.
However, it is on the road that the band has carved out their reputation and will surpass, at some juncture in 2007 the milestone of 4,500 live concerts performed throughout the world. They have been dubbed “Pioneers of Ska” (by Billboard) the “ Miles Davis of Ska and the “Ramones of Ska” alike. Tour plans for 2007 include 7 weeks in Europe (with go Jimmy Go) starting on February 1st, followed by 6 weeks in the USA with the Briggs starting in April. The band will participate in this year’s Warped Tour from July 18th until August 12th. A west coast tour is planned for the fall as well as more European dates, including England, in November
The band has had more line-up changes than the average band hot dinners, however this has only served to make them stronger and has translated into a monster set of substitutes that would make even Manchester United jealous. The band is currently going out as (the power) 5-piece: Bucket, band founder and major songwriter, is on guitar and vocals, Duckie is on drums, Jahson Nwagbaraocha is on bass and chats, Jeff Richey on sax and Greg Robinson is on the t-bone. Expect to see some special guests and familiar faces on this upcoming tour! This line-up is currently in the studio in Valencia (Spain) laying down tracks and the One More Bullet will be out early in 2007 on Stomp Records in North America and Megalith, Leech and MoonSka World labels in Europe. A Japanese release will appear on Diskunion and on Radiola records in Brazil.
The band is currently sponsored by the following partners: Jagermeister, Sam Ash, Draven Shoes, SKA Brewing Company, Modern Action Shirts, and Eastpak
Renee
The Toasters Lyrics
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Turned her head an went to walk away
Try as I might I can't sleep at night
I see her face in my dreams
I'm asking you please, don't walk away Renee
She said...
So she's bringing me down
Somehow life just doesn't seem the same
I guess I knew the rules before I started
Knowing the rules doesn't always mean I stop the pain
I hear you been gettin' around
Is that you?
I hear you been cussing me out
Is that true!
So I get on the phone
And caller he at home but she's never there
The Toasters' song "Renee" is a classic ska song that tells the story of a lost love. The lyrics tell the story of a man who is haunted by the memory of Renee, a woman he loved but who left him. The singer admits that he cannot sleep at night because he sees Renee's face in his dreams. He begs her not to walk away and leave him, but it is clear that she has already moved on. The pain is palpable as the singer sings about how life just doesn't seem the same without Renee. He knew the rules of love, but that doesn't mean he can stop the pain.
The second verse shows the singer's frustration with the situation. He has heard rumors that Renee has been spreading lies about him and cussing him out to others. The singer decides to try and call her, but she is never there. This suggests that Renee has completely moved on and is no longer interested in the relationship.
Overall, "Renee" is a heartbreaking tale of lost love, unrequited feelings, and moving on. The lyrics are beautifully written and capture the essence of the rollercoaster of emotions that comes with falling in love and then losing that love.
Line by Line Meaning
She's the girl who never said goodbye to me
The girl, Renee, left without a proper goodbye.
Turned her head an went to walk away
Renee left without looking back.
Try as I might I can't sleep at night
The singer, who misses Renee, cannot sleep without her.
I see her face in my dreams
The singer dreams about Renee's face every night.
I'm asking you please, don't walk away Renee
The singer begs Renee not to leave him.
She said...
Renee's response is unknown.
So she's bringing me down
Renee is causing the singer emotional pain.
And it's getting me broken hearted
Renee's actions are causing the singer's heart to break.
Somehow life just doesn't seem the same
Without Renee, the singer's life is not the same.
I guess I knew the rules before I started
The singer knew the risks of falling in love with Renee from the beginning.
Knowing the rules doesn't always mean I stop the pain
Even though the singer knew the risks, Renee's departure still causes him pain.
I hear you been gettin' around
The singer has heard rumors that Renee has been with other people.
Is that you?
The singer questions Renee's actions to confirm if the rumors are true.
I hear you been cussing me out
The singer has also heard rumors that Renee has been bad-mouthing him.
Is that true!
The singer questions Renee's words to confirm if the rumors are true.
So I get on the phone
The singer tries to contact Renee.
And caller he at home but she's never there
Despite trying to call Renee, she is never available to talk.
Contributed by Penelope Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.