The leading vocalist of group Plain White T's Tom Higgenson actually was the drummer at school and played several groups. Despite it when Plain White T’s for the first time have gathered in the late nineties Higgenson has incurred duties of the vocalist, and began to write texts of songs. Bass Ken Fletcher and drummer Dave Tirio have soon joined group, and began to give concerts in Chicago.

In the summer 1999, Higdzhenson wasn't lost nearly in a road accident; collision has led to the broken off kidney and has torn apart a lung. However, the case has left it with a newfound estimation for life, and songwriting groups has improved, as Higdzhenson has devoted itself to the project.