Front-man Felix Hagan and guitarist Tom Webber met at the University of Liverpool where they both studied music. At university, they started recruiting fellow students and acquaintances for the band, and by 2012, the full seven-member band had formed.
The band's first EP, "String Up the Entertainer," was released in 2013, and after sharing their music with singer Frank Turner, the band gained his public support. This transitioned into the band's role as a supporting act for Turner during his 2016 tour. There they played music from their first EP, as well as their latest 2015 release, "Kiss the Misfits."
On 24 November 2017 they released their debut album, "Attention Seeker," with glam, pop, rock, and punk influences. "Attention Seeker" topped out at number 6 on the iTunes rock chart, and soon after, the band went on tour to support the Arkells in 2018.
Attention Seeker
Felix Hagan & The Family Lyrics
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Just listening to people
Shout things they don′t mean
She spouts worn-out carpe diems in her torn up tights and DM's
She′s the queen of her wasted little scene
And if she hates me, my heart breaks
With such an earth-shaking sound
You could save me if you come around
And I don't like to bare my soul to strangers
But show me yours and I'll show you mine
And we′ll dance together
One more time
Come on
Well, he′s so single,
Searching for a simple kind of love
That withers in daylight
And in his mirror, he's a king
He′s a winner
He's the patron saint of each great Friday night
And if he hates me, my heart breaks
With such an earth-shaking sound
So turn and face me for my sake
You could save me if you come around
And I don′t like to bare my soul to strangers
But show me yours and I'll show you mine
And we′ll dance together
One more time
Come on
It's not a cry for help
It's just a cry for connection
And I′d trade my life and health to make people pay attention
I′d sacrifice myself for the sake of entertainment
And die smiling when you've seen it
So sing out like you mean it
When I hear people stand and cheer,
It′s the dawn that shimmers in the dark
And if they hate me, my heart breaks
With such an earth-shaking sound
So turn and face me for my sake
You could save me if you come around
And I don't like to show my soul to strangers
But show me yours and I′ll show you mine
And we'll dance together
One more time
Come on
And we′ll dance together
One more time
Come on
And we'll dance together
One more time
Come on
The song "Attention Seeker" by Felix Hagan & The Family is about two individuals who are struggling with the need for attention and validation from others. The first verse describes a woman who appears to be a performer, reciting cliches and wearing torn-up clothing to appeal to a certain crowd. Even though she puts on a facade of confidence, she is still hoping for someone to validate her and accept her for who she is. The second verse is about a man who is standard in his way of searching for love and attention. He is someone who craves the attention and validation of others, but is left feeling empty and alone.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of connection and validation in our lives. It shows how the characters in the song are struggling to connect with others but are still hopeful that they can find someone who understands them. Even though they may not trust others easily, they understand that they need others to validate their existence.
Overall, the song is about the human need for attention and validation. It's about how we all need someone to see us, hear us, and validate us, even if it's just for a moment.
Line by Line Meaning
I see her glisten in the lights
I observe her sparkling under the spotlight
Just listening to people
She only listens to what others have to say
Shout things they don′t mean
Others yell things they don't intend to fulfill
She spouts worn-out carpe diems in her torn up tights and DM's
She speaks cliches and wears old attire
She′s the queen of her wasted little scene
She reigns over a small, insignificant crowd
And if she hates me, my heart breaks
Her disdain would hurt me deeply
With such an earth-shaking sound
It would create a strong emotional impact
So turn and face me for my sake
Please confront me to help me understand
You could save me if you come around
Your presence could be the key to my salvation
And I don't like to bare my soul to strangers
I'm not fond of revealing my thoughts to unfamiliar people
But show me yours and I'll show you mine
If you open up to me, I'll reciprocate
And we′ll dance together
Let's enjoy each other's company
One more time
For one last moment
Well, he′s so single,
He's unmarried
Searching for a simple kind of love
He wants an uncomplicated affection
That withers in daylight
It dwindles when exposed to reality
And in his mirror, he's a king
He sees himself as a ruler in his own reflection
He′s a winner
He always comes out on top
He's the patron saint of each great Friday night
He's the embodiment of the perfect weekend
It's not a cry for help
It's not a plea for assistance
It's just a cry for connection
It's a desire to establish a bond with others
And I′d trade my life and health to make people pay attention
I would give anything to have people notice me
I′d sacrifice myself for the sake of entertainment
I would risk my well-being to amuse others
And die smiling when you've seen it
I would depart this world with a grin on my face after achieving it
So sing out like you mean it
Express yourself sincerely and passionately
When I hear people stand and cheer,
When I witness people applauding me
It′s the dawn that shimmers in the dark
It's the light that illuminates my life
And we'll dance together
Let's share this moment as a team
One more time
One last opportunity to do so
Contributed by Sarah R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Pieman Games
Guys the music is so consistently unique and wonderful, and you guys are so wonderful on stage, soon everyone is gonna know about this great kept secret of a band!
W.C. Wit
When you all first put this song on Soundcloud, I started crying as I was listening to it because it's so damn beautiful. I found out about the band a year ago when Frank Turner linked to the video for "Go Back Home" on Twitter and not even 48 hours later I bought both EPs plus Felix's first album. "Sing Your Last Lullaby" and "Eddie Baby" are probably my absolute favorites among them (though "favorites" among all your songs changes with every re-listen.) I haven't found a band whose music I connect with like this in a long time.
Here's hoping this album can lead to bigger things for you all and someday you can come perform in America!
Ben Walker
Still my favourite band, and doing great as ever, really hope I get to see you live someday!
Bexstar2811
Love love love!! I will never be more grateful to Frank Turner for having you guys on tour with him. Getting to see you not once, but twice, and getting a hug from Felix himself made my birthday last year. Keep doing what you're doing and I cannot wait for this new album!!
Aster Ryan
This still fills me withn so much joy!! Wish you would do Live UK gigs <3
Sara Dalby
I LOVE THIS <3 This is a fantastic song and I love how you all look so happy in the video, can't wait to see you at the Joiners!
Charis Walton
Fantastic- instant classic!
Rianne Fox
i cannot fathom how this has less than 5000 views, how do people not know about these guys? it's so beautifully perfect : )
Nathan Chapman
Absolutely loved this gig, was great to see Ellie after so many years, and meet Natasha too! Desperately hoping you announce a tour date near Nottingham...
Marina Chaves
How can this be so underrateeddd???? I LOVE IIIIT