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Pop-punk band, Hangnail, formed in Wisconsin in the late 90's by Mike Middleton (lead singer/bass), Nick Radovanovic (lead guitar), Matt Wendt (rhythm guitar), and Jacob Dosemagen (drums). They were signed to Tooth & Nail records and released three albums under that banner - a self-titled disc in 2000, Facing Changes in 2001 and Transparent in 2003. They broke up shortly after their third album came out. Nick Radovanovic later joined Acceptance as their drummer.
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Formed in 1995 and hailing from Painesville, OH, Hangnail was a mix of thrash, punk and Jap inspired HC who released a massive amount of 7"s, split 7"s and split LPs. The band had members from: Ringworm, Midnight, Boulder, Integrity, Terminal Lovers and many more.
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Stoner/ Heavy Rock and Hangnail hailed from the UK. The band was on Rise Above Records and released two full length albums and one 10" mini-LP. Members of this band later played in Rise to Addiction, Cradle of Filth or Gorerotted.
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Death Metal / Grindcore band from New Orleans Louisiana. This band featured Ben Falgoust (Paralysis/Soilent Green/Goatwhore) on vocals, Mike Howes (Mule Skinner)-guitar, Ben Marrs (Exhumed)-bass and Todd Capiton (Flesh Parade)-drums. They released one demo in 1992
So Sorry
Hangnail Lyrics
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It takes a long time searching before you conceive
that every moment and each selection, seperate
your reputation from what you think others perceive
Who am I to decide the intent
and every motivation behind an event
I see through tainted vision
So sorry I'm the one waving scarlet flags overhead
declaring this unstable ground
So sorry I'm the one unafraid of breaking the news
So sorry I'm the only one
When confrontation feels like posing a threat
and when you're miles from making a regiment
You're getting nowhere, you might consider moving on
cause perseverance doesn't always mean overcome
Why try to hide the obvious
You'll never reach success from solemness
I've set the standards lower
I've managed to restore my past
In Hangnail's song "So Sorry," the lyrics express a sense of remorse and vulnerability. The opening lines, "I can't defend every shameful mention of me," set the tone for the song, as the singer is admitting their faults and apologizing for their mistakes. The following lines, "It takes a long time searching before you conceive that every moment and each selection, separate your reputation from what you think others perceive" suggest that the singer has been reflective and introspective in understanding how their actions have affected their reputation and how others perceive them.
The chorus, "So sorry I'm the one waving scarlet flags overhead, declaring this unstable ground," further emphasizes the singer's vulnerability and admission of fault. They acknowledge that they are the one who has caused instability and unrest, and they apologize for it. The line, "So sorry I'm the only one," adds to this sense of isolation and loneliness, suggesting that others may not understand or relate to the burden of guilt and remorse that the singer feels.
The second verse shifts to a more introspective tone, as the singer questions their own ability to understand the motives and intentions of others. They admit that their own perspective may be "tainted," and that they struggle to even understand themselves. The final lines, "I've set the standards lower, I've managed to restore my past," suggest that the singer has intentionally lowered their expectations and worked to make amends for their past mistakes and regrets.
Overall, the lyrics of "So Sorry" convey a sense of emotional honesty and vulnerability. The singer is openly admitting their faults and expressing regret for the harm they have caused, while also acknowledging the complexity of human relationships and the difficulty of fully understanding oneself and others.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't defend every shameful mention of me
I am not capable of justifying every bad thing that is said about me
It takes a long time searching before you conceive
It takes a while to realize the truth
that every moment and each selection, separate
Every moment creates an impact in one's life
your reputation from what you think others perceive
Your reputation may differ from what others think of you
Who am I to decide the intent
I am not capable of deciding the motives of others
and every motivation behind an event
Nor am I capable of understanding the motives behind certain events
I see through tainted vision
I have a biased view of things
When I can't even read myself
When I am not even sure of my own feelings
So sorry I'm the one waving scarlet flags overhead
I apologize for being the one who raises concern about things
declaring this unstable ground
Labeling the situation as unstable
So sorry I'm the one unafraid of breaking the news
I apologize for being the one who is not afraid of revealing the truth
So sorry I'm the only one
I apologize for being alone in this
When confrontation feels like posing a threat
When confrontation seems like danger
and when you're miles from making a regiment
And when you are too far from making a plan
You're getting nowhere, you might consider moving on
If you keep going in the same direction, you will achieve nothing
cause perseverance doesn't always mean overcome
Working hard does not always guarantee success
Why try to hide the obvious
Why try to conceal what is clear
You'll never reach success from solemnness
Success cannot be achieved by being serious all the time
I've set the standards lower
I have lowered my expectations
I've managed to restore my past
I have fixed my past
Contributed by James R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.