EPISODE · Jul 27, 2025 · 1H 9M

Simple Plan

from Lipps Service with Scott Lipps · host Audio Up, Inc.

On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the most iconic rock bands of the early 2000s, known for the viral hits “Perfect” and “I’m Just A Kid,” features on various popular movie soundtracks, and a decorated 25-year career that’s still going strong … Simple Plan! They get into the member’s roots and early music days in Canada, the Montreal punk scene, and recording the band’s legendary debut album, No Pads, No Helmets…Just Balls. They also talk about losing a Sony record deal, the stories behind hit songs like “Perfect,” “Reset,” and “I’m Just A Kid,” memorable performances at Warped Tour, and touring with Avril Lavigne. They close by talking about producer Bob Rock, the band’s perfect album, and listing the best Canadian bands. Tune into a fun, full-band interview with Simple Plan! And check out the band's Lipps Service: Live Sessions in-studio performances of "Perfect," "I'm Just A Kid," and "Welcome To My Life" on our YouTube.   CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Produced by @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC   00:00 - Start 01:45 - Canadian accents  03:00 - Canadian bands  04:13 - 25 years together  05:45 - Family 08:41 - School talent show  09:28 - “Reset” 09:40 - Montreal punk scene  11:45 - Chuck getting kicked out  16:00 - Formation of Simple Plan 18:23 - Sugar Ray 19:46 - Chuck posing as the manager 22:45 - Getting signed and passing out lyric sheets  26:00 - Losing the deal with Sony  27:00 - Recording their debut  30:00 - “Perfect” 32:24 - “I’m Just A Kid” 33:54 - Early Warped Tour shows 34:00 - Dad driving the band 40:37 - Avril Lavigne tour  42:16 - 2000s movie soundtracks 44:00 - Bob Rock 47:00 - Perfect album 51:00 - Best Canadian bands  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices