Their debut album 'The Moment' came out May 15th, 2007 on Silent Majority Group.
Framing Hanley's sophomore album, titled 'A Promise To Burn', was released on May 27th, 2010.
Framing Hanley is:
Kenneth Nixon: Vocals
Ryan Belcher: Guitar
Brandon Wootten: Guitar, Backing Vocals
Jonathan Stoye: Bass, Backing Vocals
Chris Vest: Drums
Former Members:
Tim Huskinson: Guitar (2005-2008)
Luke McDuffee: Bass, Backing Vocals (2005-2013)
Nathan Birdwell: Guitar
Criminal
Framing Hanley Lyrics
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'Cause you're the fix that I can't learn to live without
I love how you string me along
You're the score and I want more each time we go on
Your lips, they poison my veins
And your hips always calling my name
Look at what you did to me
Damn girl, this is typical, typical
Burned out, feeling critical, critical
You're the drug I can't put down and I can't stop
Girl, you make me a criminal
Damn girl, this is typical, typical
Burned out, feeling critical, critical
You're the drug I can't put down and I can't stop
Girl, you make me a criminal
Na na na na na na
Na na na na
Girl, you make me a criminal
Na na na na na na
Na na na na
Girl, you make me a criminal
The way you drop that dress
And what's underneath
Girl, you've been blessed with all
The things that bring the devil out in me
Secrets are exposed (When the lights are out)
Everybody knows (What you're all about)
I just can't say no
Damn girl, this is typical, typical
Burned out, feeling critical, critical
You're the drug I can't put down and I can't stop
Girl, you make me a criminal
Damn girl, this is typical, typical
Burned out, feeling critical, critical
You're the drug I can't put down and I can't stop
Girl, you make me a criminal
Na na na na na na
Na na na na
Girl, you make me a criminal
Na na na na na na
Na na na na
Girl, you make me a criminal
Damn girl, this is typical, typical
Burned out, feeling critical, critical
I can't stop when you're around
You're the drug I can't put down
Na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na
Na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na
Damn girl, this is typical, typical
Burned out, feeling critical, critical
You're the drug I can't put down and I can't stop
Girl, you make me a criminal
Na na na na na na
Na na na na
Girl, you make me a criminal
Na na na na na na
Na na na na
Girl, you make me a criminal
Na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na
Na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na
The lyrics in Framing Hanley's "Criminal" depict a toxic and addictive relationship. The singer is addicted to their partner's physical and emotional presence despite acknowledging that their partner is toxic to them. They describe their partner as a drug that they cannot put down, and even when they try to break free, they can't help but be drawn back in. The song highlights the idea that often people can become addicted to the thrill of the chase, and the passion that comes with an intense relationship, even when it's unhealthy.
One of the most significant lines of the song is "Your lips, they poison my veins, and your hips always calling my name." The metaphor of being poisoned highlights the idea that this relationship is toxic and destructive. The chorus repeats the sentiment that the singer is addicted to their partner, and even though they know it's not healthy, they can't help but crave them. The song ends with the singer acknowledging that they are, in fact, a criminal for staying in this relationship and continuing to do harm to themselves.
Overall, the song "Criminal" is a powerful representation of a relationship that is psychologically damaging but is hard to leave. It shows how someone can be both a victim and a perpetrator in a destructive relationship, with the singer acknowledging that they are becoming a criminal for staying in it.
Line by Line Meaning
You, you wear me out
You exhaust me both physically and emotionally
'Cause you're the fix that I can't learn to live without
Because you're the remedy that I can't seem to live without
I love how you string me along
I adore how you manipulate me
You're the score and I want more each time we go on
You're the prize and I crave for more each time we engage
Your lips, they poison my veins
Your kisses have a toxic effect on me
And your hips always calling my name
Your body movements entice me
Look at what you did to me
Observe the impact you've had on me
Damn girl, this is typical, typical
This situation with you is typical of how I always end up feeling
Burned out, feeling critical, critical
I'm burnt out and becoming highly critical
You're the drug I can't put down and I can't stop
You're the addiction I can't resist or overcome
Girl, you make me a criminal
Your influence leads me to behave in an immoral way
The way you drop that dress
I can't resist your ability to seduce me with your clothing
And what's underneath
And what you're revealing underneath your dress is irresistible
Girl, you've been blessed with all
You've been granted all the features that excite and entice me
The things that bring the devil out in me
It's these very same things that trigger negative urges within me
Secrets are exposed (When the lights are out)
Intimate details between us are unveiled when we're together in private
Everybody knows (What you're all about)
Everyone is aware of your methods and personality traits
I just can't say no
I'm unable to resist you even though I know I should
I can't stop when you're around
I'm unable to control my behavior when you're present
Na na na na na na
Vocalization of enjoyment or satisfaction
Na na na na
Vocalization of enjoyment or satisfaction
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Y, ERIC BASS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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HandOfBlood
Welcome back, missed you guys so hard :3
Greetings from Germany!
EtCeteraPepe
+HandOfBlood Ich fass das nicht, dass ich dich immer bei meinen Bands finde haha
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HandOfBlood Diese Band ist so toll!
tinycharlie
Ich höre grade alte Bands an, die ich ne Weile nicht mehr gehört habe und auf einmal entdecke ich einen Kommentar von Hänno. The boi got taste.
Steven Grant
I listen to a lot of music of all different genres. From Heavy Metal, Thrash, and Death to Country, Pop, and Blues and everything in between and I have to say Framing Hanley is one of the most underrated musicians I have heard in a long time
Rose Russell
Seen these guys on Friday, Feb. 6th. They're awesome and i met the entire band. They definitely deserve a lot more credit and should be a lot more known <3 I love you guys in FH you're the best
Bri the Strawb3rry
Been a fan of these guys for about six years now, I constantly thank my mom for getting me into Framing Hanley, they're one of my top five favorite bands
Kira Parker-Jenkins
I love these guys and have met them more than once. Got a drumstick from Chris and a bass pick from Luke right before he left the band. So many pics with them and autographed things. They are truly amazing guys.
Kate Hill
I'm so proud of you guys making such a strong comeback! We've missed you all so much.