Tim first became inspired to work with loops and samples after being introduced to London's speed/garage scene by Kerrang! magazine writer Morat in the mid-90s.
The group's music is a combination of hip hop, reggae, drum n bass, dub, and punk, but not necessarily all at once. Although many are used sparingly throughout the album, punk and rap remain as the prominent styles. Lyrically, Rob Aston describes their songs as ranging from topics such as murder ("Quick Death") to the passing of a loved one ("Sad But True") to failed friendships ("We Trusted You").
After two years of recording, they released their debut album Transplants on Hellcat Records in October 2002. In the end, the album was recorded and mixed entirely in Tim's basement. Special guest vocalists included Eric Ozenne (Nerve Agents), Davey Havok (AFI), Danny Diablo, Lars Frederiksen (Rancid) and Brody Dalle (The Distillers, ex-wife of Tim). Brody sings on the track "Weigh On My Mind", which Tim then described as "their song".
The singles, "Diamonds and Guns" and "D.J. D.J.", quickly became MTV favorites and earned the band critical and commercial success. "Diamonds and Guns" featured unmistakable piano hook played by co-producer Dave Carlock. The band followed up the record's success by touring with the Foo Fighters.
After the 2005 blink-182 hiatus, Travis Barker said that he was returning to working with Transplants and Plus 44, a side project with Blink's Mark Hoppus. The Transplants' second album, titled Haunted Cities, was released in June 2005.
Barker announced on his twitter account that the transplants were recording new material in 2010.
Weigh On My Mind
Transplants Lyrics
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I got so many problems (I got so many problems)
And they weigh on my mind (And they weigh on my mind, now)
I don't solve 'em, no, I just cause them (I don't solve 'em I just cause 'em)
And they weigh on my mind (And they weigh on my mind now)
Tell me, where do you go when your money's all gone?
When your friends are all gone? When your love is all gone?
All goes bad, it's so hard to be strong
It's an uphill battle I don't think I can win
I try to do right but I'm surrounded by sin
Say, he's a better man, don't compare me to him
I've climbed the highest tree, now I'm stuck on a limb
[Chorus]
I look for guiding light, but the bulbs they all burned out
Got up to the door and the lights they all turned out
Said they couldn't teach me so I guess I'm all learned out
Saw my soul die, didn't fly, it just squirmed out
In the blink of an eye I turned my home to a house
I know what to say but no words will come out
My time's almost up, I don't have any doubts
I said my time is almost up and I don't have any doubts
I'm gonna hold on as long as I can here
And my American dream, I have some doubts there
I'm gonna hold on as long as I can here
And my American dream, I have some doubts there
And I don't wanna fight here
[Chorus]
The Transplants' song "Weigh on My Mind" reflects on the struggles of an individual who is dealing with various problems that continue to linger and worry them. The lyrics in the chorus illustrate how the singer is weighed down by the problems, and they don't know how to solve them. They feel stuck and unable to move forward because these issues are always on their mind. The singer portrays a sense of hopelessness and despair as they try to deal with their problems.
The verse indicates that the person has lost everything, from friends to love and money. They are in a constant state of confusion and disappointment, always making wrong turns. Despite trying to do the right thing, they feel like they are constantly surrounded by sin. They have climbed the highest tree but are stuck on a limb, symbolizing how they have achieved success but feel stuck in their current situation.
The second verse talks about how the person is searching for guidance but is left with nothing but burnt-out bulbs. They have reached the end of their rope and are lost, unable to find their way. The loss of their soul is likened to a squirming out of their being. The singer indicates that they are running out of time and that their days are numbered. The song concludes with the singer expressing their desire to hold on as long as they can, but they doubt achieving their "American Dream."
Line by Line Meaning
I got so many problems (I got so many problems)
I am troubled by numerous problems.
And they weigh on my mind (And they weigh on my mind, now)
These problems deeply impact my wellbeing and thoughts.
I don't solve 'em, no, I just cause them (I don't solve 'em I just cause 'em)
I am not able to fix my problems, but instead, I often instigate them.
Tell me, where do you go when your money's all gone?
What options do you have when you are financially drained?
When your friends are all gone? When your love is all gone?
What do you do when your relationships fall apart?
No right turns, always seem to be wrong
I feel like my decisions are always incorrect.
All goes bad, it's so hard to be strong
When things go wrong, it is difficult to maintain composure.
It's an uphill battle I don't think I can win
I don't believe I can overcome my current struggles.
I try to do right but I'm surrounded by sin
I am persistently surrounded by negativity and bad influences.
Say, he's a better man, don't compare me to him
Please don't compare me to someone else based on their superior qualities.
I've climbed the highest tree, now I'm stuck on a limb
I've accomplished a lot, but now I feel stuck and unable to progress.
I look for guiding light, but the bulbs they all burned out
I am searching for guidance, but it seems like all potential sources have failed me.
Got up to the door and the lights they all turned out
As soon as I get somewhere, everything crumbles or stops working.
Said they couldn't teach me so I guess I'm all learned out
It feels like there is nothing more for me to learn from others.
Saw my soul die, didn't fly, it just squirmed out
My spirit seemed to die or weaken and didn't soar as hoped.
In the blink of an eye I turned my home to a house
I have lost all sense of home, comfort, and belonging.
I know what to say but no words will come out
I understand what needs to be said but struggle to vocalize it.
My time's almost up, I don't have any doubts
I believe that my time is running out or coming to an end.
And my American dream, I have some doubts there
I am uncertain about the concept and potential of the 'American dream'.
And I don't wanna fight here
I don't want to engage in conflict or disputes.
[Chorus]
The chorus conveys the overarching message of the song, highlighting the numerous problems the artist is facing and how these issues are impacting their mental state.
Lyrics Β© Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: TIMOTHY ARMSTRONG, ROB ASTON
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Connor Behr
I got so many problems (I got so many problems)
And they weigh on my mind (And they weigh on my mind, now)
I don't solve 'em, no, I just cause them (I don't solve 'em I just cause 'em)
And they weigh on my mind (And they weigh on my mind now)
Tell me, where do you go when your money's all gone?
When your friends are all gone? When your love is all gone?
No right turns, always seem to be wrong
All goes bad, it's so hard to be strong
It's an uphill battle I don't think I can win
I try to do right but I'm surrounded by sin
Say, he's a better man, don't compare me to him
I've climbed the highest tree, now I'm stuck on a limb
[Chorus]
I look for guiding light, but the bulbs they all burned out
Got up to the door and the lights they all turned out
Said they couldn't teach me so I guess I'm all learned out
Saw my soul die, didn't fly, it just squirmed out
In the blink of an eye I turned my home to a house
I know what to say but no words will come out
My time's almost up, I don't have any doubts
I said my time is almost up and I don't have any doubts
I'm gonna hold on as long as I can here
And my American dream, I have some doubts there
I'm gonna hold on as long as I can here
And my American dream, I have some doubts there
And I don't wanna fight here
[Chorus]
Connor Behr
[Chorus]
I got so many problems (I got so many problems)
And they weigh on my mind (And they weigh on my mind, now)
I don't solve 'em, no, I just cause them (I don't solve 'em I just cause 'em)
And they weigh on my mind (And they weigh on my mind now)
Tell me, where do you go when your money's all gone?
When your friends are all gone?
When your love is all gone?
No right turns, always seem to be wrong
All goes bad, it's so hard to be strong
It's an uphill battle I don't think I can win
I try to do right but I'm surrounded by sin
Say, he's a better man, don't compare me to him
I've climbed the highest tree, now I'm stuck on a limb
[Chorus]
I look for guiding light, but the bulbs they all burned out
Got up to the door and the lights they all turned out
Said they couldn't teach me so I guess I'm all learned out
Saw my soul die, didn't fly, it just squirmed out
In the blink of an eye I turned my home to a house
I know what to say but no words will come out
My time's almost up, I don't have any doubts
I said my time is almost up and I don't have any doubts
I'm gonna hold on as long as I can here
And my American dream, I have some doubts there
I'm gonna hold on as long as I can here
And my American dream, I have some doubts there
And I don't wanna fight here
[Chorus
leonardo crow
This song is so good if only more people could listen to It.
Marcelo Pena
I found it today
Chris Johnson
Leonardo, Dude check out their Albums!! One of the best PUNK 'Supergroups' out there to this Day!!! π€π€π―π€
Jekyl Whispy
Don't worry about it. There's so much great music out there. Those who care will be rewarded their efforts and they will find stuff they like.
KCK
Are you in the booty homicide song itβs sounds like you waeigh
Chris Rod
This is the song I always skipped that is actually a banger
Connor Behr
I got so many problems (I got so many problems)
And they weigh on my mind (And they weigh on my mind, now)
I don't solve 'em, no, I just cause them (I don't solve 'em I just cause 'em)
And they weigh on my mind (And they weigh on my mind now)
Tell me, where do you go when your money's all gone?
When your friends are all gone? When your love is all gone?
No right turns, always seem to be wrong
All goes bad, it's so hard to be strong
It's an uphill battle I don't think I can win
I try to do right but I'm surrounded by sin
Say, he's a better man, don't compare me to him
I've climbed the highest tree, now I'm stuck on a limb
[Chorus]
I look for guiding light, but the bulbs they all burned out
Got up to the door and the lights they all turned out
Said they couldn't teach me so I guess I'm all learned out
Saw my soul die, didn't fly, it just squirmed out
In the blink of an eye I turned my home to a house
I know what to say but no words will come out
My time's almost up, I don't have any doubts
I said my time is almost up and I don't have any doubts
I'm gonna hold on as long as I can here
And my American dream, I have some doubts there
I'm gonna hold on as long as I can here
And my American dream, I have some doubts there
And I don't wanna fight here
[Chorus]
Casper02mtl
Still bumping. 15 years or something now.
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Remember my dad showed me this as a kid. still bumping to this day
Guile Ruiz
Same here