1. A pop … Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists which have used the name Hanson
1. A pop rock group from Oklahoma, United States
2. A funk rock group from the United Kingdom active in the 1970's.
1. Hanson is an American pop rock band from Tulsa, Oklahoma. The band consists of guitarist and vocalist Isaac Hanson (born November 17, 1980) pianist and vocalist Taylor Hanson (born March 14, 1983), and drummer and vocalist Zac Hanson (born October 22, 1985). Their work has spanned many different genres, including rock, blues, folk, and pop. They are most noted for their Grammy-nominated 1997 hit single, “MMMBop.” Their 1997 album Middle of Nowhere (the band’s third recorded album and first major studio album, also nominated for a Grammy) was met with critical acclaim and went on to achieve multi-platinum status. The group’s subsequent major effort, This Time Around showcased the brothers’ considerable talent and artistic growth, receiving wide critical acclaim for its bluesy/classic-rock and soulful pop harmonies. The album failed to repeat the commercial success of Middle of Nowhere however, only achieving gold status. The album has since been considered a trend-setter and precursor for such acts as Michelle Branch, John Mayer, Avril Lavigne, Paramore, Vanessa Carlton and Eisley.
After many promotional and artistic conflicts with Island/Def Jam, Hanson split from the label in 2003 and started their own label, 3CG Records. In 2004, they released their third major studio album, Underneath, independently. The album reached #1 on Billboard’s Independent Album Chart and has since been noted as one of the biggest-selling independent albums of all time. The single “Penny & Me” reached #2 on Billboard’s Top 200. Like This Time Around, Underneath was well-received and well-reviewed for its more mature classic rock/pop sound.
The band continues to have a dedicated fan base and Internet presence, and recently completed a tour of college campuses, showing a documentary, Strong Enough to Break, made about their struggle to form their own label and release Underneath. The documentary http://www.last.fm/music/Hanson was also shown at the Hollywood Film Festival in October 2006.
A live album (The Best of Hanson; Live & Electric), recorded in Melbourne on the Australian leg of the “Underneath: Live & Electric” tour was released in October 2005.
The band released of their fourth major studio album, The Walk in North America on July 24th, 2007. They have released a second documentary, titled Taking The Walk as a continuation of their struggles and successes of writing, recording and producing their own album. After spending some time in Africa, Hanson released a single “Great Divide” for World AIDS Day, with 100% of the download proceeds going to the Perinatal HIV Unit at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in Soweto, South Africa.
During the making of The Walk, Hanson made a trip to Africa to record some tracks with the African Children's Choir. They were so inspired by their experiences there that they have since teamed up with TOMS Shoes--a california-based company who donates a pair of shoes for each pair sold to a child in poverty who does not have shoes.
In order to raise awareness for this charity and the daily things we take for granted, as well as small and impactful ways to help those in need, Hanson organizes one mile barefoot walks before each of their shows. As of 10/30/08 they have walked a total of 100 miles together with their fans. They are donating $1 for each person who walks with them to one of 5 causes to help children and monthers in Africa battling AIDS and poverty. The fans are invited to organize their own walks and Hanson will also donate a dollar to whatever cause they are walking for. The goal is to Walk around the World and as of 2/4/2009 have walked 19,236 miles and have 5,666 to go.
More information is available at www.takethewalk.net
Hanson released their 5th studio album entitled "Shout It Out" on June 8, 2010. Leading up to this release they performed all of their albums at 5 sold out shows at the Gramercy Theater in New York City.
2. Hanson is a funk rock band formed in 1973 by reggae musician Junior Marvin. The group released two albums - "Now Hear This" (1973) and "Magic Dragon" (1974) before disbanding in 1974.
Broken Angel
Hanson Lyrics
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At night before he dreams he looks into the clouds
A high-flyer's what I want to be
Seems they won't let me
Says I'm too small
I don't feel small at all
Break my dreams
Well, I'm going to run away
And learn to fly like you
I'm going to go so high
And swoop so low
You can't bring me down
Going to be so proud
Oh little angel, you got to learn to fly
Get up and earn your wings tonight
Little angel, just look in my eyes
Get up and earn your wings tonight
Push and shove, then climb aboard
This is the shuttle train to the top of the world
When you look around, what do you see?
These are all high-flyers
But none of these high-flyers look like me
What is that supposed to mean
Oh oh
What am I supposed to be
I pull my way up through this crowd
To find your body crushed on the ground
It's so obvious why couldn't you see
That you can't go high-flying
Without a pair of high-flyer wings?
Oh little one's broken lying on the ground
Trying to get up 'till his last breath out
Wings are strewn everywhere there's blood all around
Even angels die, but that light just fades
It's so sad, but he'd be so proud
Oh, broken angel, you've got to learn to fly
Get up and earn your wings tonight
Broken angel, just look in my eyes
Get up and earn you wings tonight
Get up and earn your wings, earn your wings tonight
The song Broken Angel by Hanson tells the story of a young boy who dreams of being a high-flyer, but is discouraged by others who tell him he is too small. Despite this, he refuses to give up on his dreams and decides to run away and learn to fly like the high-flyers he admires. He eventually finds his way to the top of the world, but tragically, falls to the ground, breaking his wings and losing his life. The song's message is one of perseverance and the importance of pursuing one's dreams, even in the face of adversity.
The lyrics of Broken Angel also explore the theme of identity and the struggle to find one's place in the world. The boy feels isolated and out of place among the high-flyers, who are all different from him in some way. He questions what he is supposed to be and ultimately learns that he cannot be something he is not. The tragic ending of the song serves as a reminder that even when we strive towards our dreams, there is always a risk of failure and loss.
Line by Line Meaning
So small, yet still so proud
Despite being small, the singer is confident and proud.
At night before he dreams he looks into the clouds
The singer dreams of flying high and escaping from the constraints of his size.
A high-flyer's what I want to be / Seems they won't let me / Says I'm too small / I don't feel small at all
The singer aspires to be a high-flyer, but is told that he is too small to achieve his dream. He feels like he is capable of more.
Break my dreams / That's what they'll do / Well, I'm going to run away / And learn to fly like you / I'm going to go so high / And swoop so low / You can't bring me down / Going to be so proud
The artist is determined to achieve his dream of flying high and will not let anyone bring him down. He plans to run away and learn to fly like his idols, going to great heights and feeling proud.
Oh little angel, you got to learn to fly / Get up and earn your wings tonight / Little angel, just look in my eyes / Get up and earn your wings tonight
The artist urges the broken angel to get up and fly, to overcome the obstacles that have held him back and earn his wings tonight.
Push and shove, then climb aboard / This is the shuttle train to the top of the world / When you look around, what do you see? / These are all high-flyers / But none of these high-flyers look like me
The singer is surrounded by others who have achieved their dreams of being high-flyers, but none of them look like him. He must push through the crowds and obstacles to reach the top.
What is that supposed to mean / Oh oh / What am I supposed to be
The singer is confused and unsure of what is expected of him, and questions what his place is in the world.
I pull my way up through this crowd / To find your body crushed on the ground / It's so obvious why couldn't you see / That you can't go high-flying / Without a pair of high-flyer wings?
The artist struggles through the crowds and obstacles to reach his dream, but finds the broken angel on the ground. The angel did not have the wings he needed to fly high, and the artist realizes the importance of having the right tools to reach his goals.
Oh little one's broken lying on the ground / Trying to get up 'till his last breath out / Wings are strewn everywhere there's blood all around / Even angels die, but that light just fades / It's so sad, but he'd be so proud
The broken angel is dying on the ground, trying to get up until his last breath. The scene is tragic, but the artist believes the angel would be proud of all that he had accomplished in his life.
Oh, broken angel, you've got to learn to fly / Get up and earn your wings tonight / Broken angel, just look in my eyes / Get up and earn you wings tonight / Get up and earn your wings, earn your wings tonight
The artist once again urges the broken angel to get up and earn his wings, to overcome the obstacles and fulfill his dream of flying high. He encourages the angel to earn his wings tonight, and achieve his dream no matter what.
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ISAAC HANSON, TAYLOR HANSON, ZAC HANSON, ZACHARY WALKER HANSON
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