Here is some background information on Alabama Shakes from the Hold On Songfacts: The R&B-inspired Rock band Alabama Shakes originated when lead singer/guitarist Brittany Howard approached bassist Zac Cockrell during a high school psychology class in Athens, Alabama and the pair began meeting after school to write songs. Howard and Cockrell then approached Punk-Rock drummer Steve Johnson, who was working at a local music store, to join the band. The trio recorded some of their songs in a studio in Decatur, Alabama and subsequently recruited guitarist Heath Fogg on his return to Athens from college in Tuscaloosa. Originally christened "The Shakes," the band later renamed themselves The Alabama Shakes in order to differentiate themselves from other bands with their original name.
The Alabama foursome gained widespread media attention after releasing a self-titled four-song EP in September 2011 and Rough Trade Records in the United Kingdom and ATO Records in the United States signed them two months later. Hold On was released as the first single from their debut album, Boys & Girls .
Hang Loose
Alabama Shakes Lyrics
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Don't you ever worry about a thing
Put your worries on the shelf
Learn to love yourself
Don't be your own worst enemy
Hang loose, hang loose
Let the ocean worry about being blue
Flow with the tide and I'ma take care of you
Come with me, sweet darling
I got a seat, a ticket for the plane
We gonna fly to Waikiki
It'll just be you and me
And we'll let the sun melt our cares away
Hang loose, hang loose
Let the ocean worry about being blue
Hang loose, hang loose
Flow with the tide and I'ma take of you
We're alright, we gonna be alright
We're alright, we gonna be alright
Hang loose
Hang loose
Hang loose
Hang loose
The lyrics of Alabama Shakes's song Hang Loose are a message of reassurance and encouragement to anyone struggling with anxiety and self-doubt. The lead vocalist is addressing the listener as "sweet baby," and telling them not to worry about anything. The chorus emphasizes this message, stating that they should "hang loose" and let the world take care of itself. The ocean, representing the natural ebb and flow of life, will be blue whether we worry about it or not. Therefore, we should let go of our anxieties and simply enjoy the ride, letting life carry us where it will.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't worry, sweet baby
Don't fret, dear; everything is going to be fine
Don't you ever worry about a thing
You don't need to be concerned about anything
Put your worries on the shelf
Take a break from worrying
Learn to love yourself
Recognize your worth and appreciate yourself
Don't be your own worst enemy
Don't hold yourself back or be overly critical of yourself
Hang loose, hang loose
Relax; don't stress
Let the ocean worry about being blue
Don't worry about things outside of your control
Flow with the tide and I'ma take care of you
Go with the flow and I'll look out for you
Come with me, sweet darling
Join me, my dear
I got a seat, a ticket for the plane
I have transportation arranged
We gonna fly to Waikiki
We're headed to a tropical paradise
It'll just be you and me
We'll have an intimate experience together
And we'll let the sun melt our cares away
We'll ease our worries with the warmth of the sun
We're alright, we gonna be alright
We're okay; we'll be okay
Hang loose
Relax
Hang loose
Chill out
Hang loose
Take it easy
Hang loose
Don't stress
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Brittany Amber Howard, Heath Allen Fogg, Steven William Johnson, Zachary Riley Cockrell
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@LordZephar666
Don't worry sweet baby!
Don't you ever worry about a thing
Put them worries on the shelf and learn to love yourself
Don't be your own worst enemy
Hang loose, hang loose
Let the ocean worry about being blue
Hang loose, hang loose
Go with the tide and I'ma take care of you
Come with me sweet darlin'
I got a seat ticket for the plane
We gonna fly to Waikiki, it'll just be you and me
And we'll let the sun melt our cares away
Hang loose, hang loose
Let the ocean worry about being blue
Hang loose, hang loose
Go with the tide and I'ma take care of you
Alright, we gonna be alright
Alright, you're gonna be alright!
Hang loose [4x
@Mr.CCharlie
This was the father ~ daughter dance at my youngest daughter’s wedding. We had great time! Thank you guys for such a wonderful song! By the way the band that covered it was THE ATOMIC FUNK BAND the greatest wedding band in the New York area. You will not be disappointed if you get these talented artists at any event, they have the prescription for WALL-FLOWER syndrome, you won’t be standing on the side lines you will be on the dance floor, baby!!!💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻☘️☘️☘️☘️😊😊😊😊☘️☘️☘️💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻
@cherchcherch5084
This band is so great in every way. They had humble beginnings & made good, but they don't indulge in flashy fluff. They can afford to keep it real because they are authentic. So rare these days.
@jakefry6563
The way it should be 👍
@tompatchak8706
Check out your post 4 years later
@Dom-ui5ts
That opening rift gets me Every. Single. Time.
@annehoven1629
Me too. It's sooo good. Absolutely marvellous
@roadrocket1100
What a voice. What a band.
@VickiSauvage
Didn't know them - yes agree fab voice and sound
@topazfire974
I'm loving every minute of it,I'm like a kid with a new toy.
@timeabetakova9419
Love is a Rebellious Bird- I'm crying.