Dublin 3-piece, Hal, formed in 2003 and were signed by Jeff Travis to Rough Trade Records in 2004. Their eponymous debut album was produced by Tears for Fears’ Ian Stanley, and released to critical acclaim in 2005, producing two UK and Irish top 40 chart hits.
2. HAL is obscure electro minimal synth post-punk band from Fabriqe Electriqe compilation by P.A.P. and IQ-Vertrieb in 1985.
3. HAL is also an eclectic electronic collective formed in the early 90s by Raheen (Paul Gallagher, RIP 2004), Pádi Stáid, Px (Pascal Derycke) and Savage (Duncan Lomax), who were also active as Black State Choir, North Pacific Drift and Halspirit.
They released their debut album Gorilla Conspiration 1995 on PDCD. Most popular track is Extremis which they recorded together with actress Gillian Anderson in 1997 and which has been remixed by various known artists, such as In The Nursery, The Humble Brothers and Download. In 2004 they released the remix compilation "Extremix".
Now active as HAL And The Big 5 (new album "Umoya" released in 2008).
4. HAL is also the name of an American 'industrial' band from the early-to-mid-90's. Hailing from Detroit and having only released a couple albums, they were not very well known. Their most notable release from 1996 entitled "Audiophile". It was both an album and a remix album.
5. HAL was also a project by Keris Howard, basically a continuation of Howard's previous band Brighter (on Sarah Records) with a name change. There was one release -- a four-song ep Election Day on Vinyl Japan Records in 1994. Howard shortly dropped the "HAL" name for "Harper Lee." This HAL's tracks are "Election Day", "Clear About This", "I Wish I'd Never Said That" and "Somedays".
6. HAL is also short name for croatian fingerpick guitar player Damir Halilić. HAL released albums "Gemini" (2002), "Ocean" (2003), "Infinity" (2004) and "Trilogy" (2006).
7. HAL is also the name for the company behind such games as the Kirby series and the Mother Series.
8. HAL is also a common spelling for the Japanese group HΛL. (The middle letter is a lambda, but its resemblance to a capital "A" makes that substitution common.) Another common approximation is H/\L (using a forward- and backslash to draw the lambda).
9. hàl is also Haruko Uesaka (上坂晴子), a Japanese Dream pop artist and sister to Shibuya-kei / J-pop artist Chocolat (ショコラ) (whose name is also used by multiple people).
10. HAL & halstage are two alter egos of one Indonesian musician. Both are singer, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriters. HAL focused on pop-folk genre in Indonesian language, whose lyrics are made in poetic and fulfilling style.
Slow Down
Hal Lyrics
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Take the time, to look at yourself.
Anyway, if there's not a chance
You're not alone,
We're right by your side.
And now, you're not alone
And now, you've got a friend
Every day, when you're all alone
Take the time, all the love that you've got
Anyway, if there's not a chance
You're not alone
We're right by side
And now you're not alone
And now you've got a friend
Slow down, you've got a friend
And now, you're not alone
And now you've got a friend
Slow down, you've got a friend,
Got a friend.
The lyrics to Hal's song "Slow Down" are a comforting message of compassion and support for those who are struggling with feelings of isolation and loneliness. The first verse emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and taking time to appreciate oneself, even when it feels like there is no hope or chance of change. Despite these difficult emotions, the singer reminds listeners that they are not alone and that there are people who care for them and support them.
The second verse continues the theme of finding love and connection, even during times of solitude. The repetition of the phrase "you're not alone" reinforces the idea that everyone experiences loneliness at times and that it is possible to overcome these feelings with the help of others. The chorus acts as a simple but powerful affirmation of this support, urging the listener to slow down and trust that they have a friend by their side.
Overall, Hal's "Slow Down" is a humble reminder that we are all in this together, and that reaching out for help is a sign of strength rather than weakness. It is a message that resonates deeply in times of uncertainty and difficulty, and serves as a source of comfort and hope for those who need it most.
Line by Line Meaning
Every day, when you're on your own
Each day, when you find yourself without company
Take the time, to look at yourself.
Use this opportunity to introspect and reflect on yourself.
Anyway, if there's not a chance
Regardless, if there seems to be no positive outlook
You're not alone,
Remember that you are not isolated
We're right by your side.
You are supported by people who care for you
And now, you're not alone
Presently, you are not solitary
And now, you've got a friend
You have a companion to rely on
Slow down, you've got a friend.
Relax and don't rush because you have a confidant.
Every day, when you're all alone
Every single day, when you're without any company at all
Take the time, all the love that you've got
Spend your moments feeling and acknowledging self-love
And now you're not alone
At present, you are no longer alone
And now you've got a friend
Currently, you have an ally
Slow down, you've got a friend
Take it easy because you have someone you can rely on
And now, you're not alone
Presently, you are not solitary
And now you've got a friend
You currently have a colleague to support you
Slow down, you've got a friend,
Calm down because you have someone who will stand by you
Got a friend.
Someone who will be there for you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dave Allen, Stephen O'Brien
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