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Weezer Biography

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Fast Facts

  • Their albums "Pinkerton," "Make Believe" "Weezer" and "Weezer (2001)" were certified platinum by the RIAA
  • Nominated for the 2005 Kerang! Award for Best Video
  • Formed in 1992 by Rivers Cuomo, Patrick Wilson, Matt Sharp and Jason Cropper
  • Quote: "(from Patrick Wilson) "If you don't envision yourself on the radio then you should probably go with a label that a little more sensitive to your needs․""
  • Frequently collaborate with producer Rick Rubin
  • Band named after the childhood nickname of Rivers Cuomo
  • The band's song "Haunt You Every Day" was inspired by the style of songwriter Billy Joel