Out of the blue, "Hey There Delilah" by Plain White T's has once again captured public attention, nearly two decades after it was first dropped.
The beloved song by Plain White T's resurfaced when Drake and parody rapper Snowd4y collaborated on their rendition titled "Wah Gawn Deliah," causing a viral sensation.
The resurgence of "Hey There Delilah" marks a stark contrast from Plain White T's early days as Chicago's hidden gem to their rise as rock stars in the mid-2000s emo and alternative scene.
One can recall how hits such as "1,2,3,4," "Hate (I Really Don't Like You)," and "Rhythm of Love" propelled them into the spotlight.
Despite the changes over the years, including the release of their ninth album, "Plain White T's," last year, the band remains as robust as ever, touring relentlessly and delighting fans with their timeless classics at every performance.
In a recent interview, Tom Higgenson, the singer and songwriter of the group, admitted to feeling flattered by the homage but also expressed disbelief over its enduring popularity. Eighteen years since its debut, he remains amazed that a song originally inspired by a personal crush continues to resonate.
Higgenson, 45 also reflected on the band's evolution and how his connection with "Hey There Delilah" endured and what he thought of the revival in 2024.
Asked what it keeps them going as a band, he shared: "Honestly, the same thing that motivated us 27 years ago. We love music. I love music so much, and I want to make it all the time. It's where my brain is always at, you know?"
He then also described "Hey There Delilah" as having its own life.
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He explained that the song "has had a life of its own" ever since they wrote it. "I don't know. It's my love of music, and it's always exciting. There's always something on my mind. There's always something to write about. There's always something I need to get off my chest. And music is the way I've been able to do that," he explained.
Pertaining to its sudden revival, he said, "I don't know if it was real or if it's AI. Everybody's saying it's real, but it just seemed so weird and kind of not that good. Drake is good. He's got some good songs. I feel like he would have done better on the song if he actually did it. It just seemed too weird and too goofy to be real. It's funny because the song went viral one more time. It's just a crazy thing with that song."
He also shared unwavering passion for music after more than two decades in the industry.
Despite his success, he remains grounded-a suburban kid chasing his rock 'n' roll dreams.
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