Fall Out Boy - From Under the Cork Tree

The album was released on May 3, 2005, through the Fueled By Ramen record label, marking the band's major-label debut. It was the record that propelled them from the underground Chicago punk scene into mainstream global megastars. Its release perfectly captured the peak of the early-to-mid 2000s emo and pop-punk crossover.

The album spawned two massive, defining hit singles in 'Sugar, We're Goin Down' and 'Dance, Dance.' Both tracks received heavy rotation on MTV and mainstream radio, characterized by their massive singalong choruses and witty lyrical wordplay. These songs defined a generation's soundtrack for high school anthems and brought the emo aesthetic to the forefront of pop culture.

Yes, the title is a direct reference to a quote from the classic children's novel 'The Story of Ferdinand' by Munro Leaf. In the book, Ferdinand the bull prefers to sit quietly under a cork tree and smell the flowers rather than participate in violent bullfights. Bassist and lyricist Pete Wentz chose the title to reflect feelings of isolation and pacifism within a chaotic world.

While the album was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best New Artist at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards, the band did not ultimately take home the trophy. However, the record achieved massive commercial success, being certified Double Platinum by the RIAA. Its critical and cultural impact far outlasted the award season of its release year.