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.
Crazy Beautiful
Hanson Lyrics
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Tell me what it means
'Cause you drive me crazy
Driftwood, won't you float me down your stream?
Tell me what it means
'Cause you drive me crazy
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
Don't go looking in my eyes tonight
Don't go telling me lies tonight
Don't go promising the skies tonight
When you're crazy
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
Listen, all I need is you
Won't you tell me what to do?
'Cause you drive me crazy
Baby, is it pulling on your heart?
Is it tearing you apart?
'Cause you drive me crazy
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
Don't go looking in my eyes tonight
Don't go telling me lies tonight
Don't go promising the skies tonight
When you're crazy
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
If you don't need me, I think I'll go
If you don't want me, tell me no
If you don't need me, I think I'll go
Oh, oh, oh
Don't go looking in my eyes tonight
Don't go telling me lies tonight
Don't go promising the skies tonight
When you're crazy
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
In this song, the singer expresses their confusion and fascination with a person who leaves them with mixed emotions. The dreams they have felt like liquid and melancholic, and they are desperate for the person to explain what it all means because they drive them crazy. The metaphor of driftwood floating down a stream is used to express the singer's desire to be swept away by this person's influence.
Despite the confusing feelings, the singer cannot deny that the person is crazy beautiful. However, they know that this person cannot be trusted. They warn them not to look into their eyes and lie or make false promises because they are aware of their craziness. In the end, the singer questions whether or not the person needs them or even wants them around.
The song explores the complex emotions that come with infatuation and the intense pull that one person can have over another. The lyrics are open to interpretation and can apply to different relationships in people's lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Liquid, melancholy dreams
Vivid and sad dreams that feel like fluid in the mind.
Tell me what it means
Asking for an interpretation or explanation of the dreams' significance.
'Cause you drive me crazy
The dreams and the person are causing strong emotions that create a sense of being out of control.
Driftwood, won't you float me down your stream?
Asking for a reprieve or escape from the emotional turbulence.
Listen, all I need is you
Expressing a dependence on the person to bring stability and clarity of mind.
Won't you tell me what to do?
Asking for guidance and direction in dealing with the emotional turmoil.
Baby, is it pulling on your heart?
Asking if the other person is also experiencing intense emotional feelings.
Is it tearing you apart?
Asking if the other person is feeling overwhelmed and broken by these emotions.
If you don't need me, I think I'll go
Suggesting that if the other person doesn't feel the same way or cannot offer support, then the relationship may need to end.
If you don't want me, tell me no
Asking the other person to be honest and forthright about their feelings to avoid confusion or miscommunication.
Don't go looking in my eyes tonight
Asking the other person to avoid intense, emotional interactions that may create further distress.
Don't go telling me lies tonight
Asking for honesty and truthfulness to avoid further emotional manipulation or confusion.
Don't go promising the skies tonight
Asking the other person to avoid making grandiose emotional promises that may not be sustainable or realistic.
'Cause you're crazy beautiful
Acknowledging that the other person's intense emotional nature is both uncontrollable and attractive.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ISAAC HANSON, TAYLOR HANSON, ZAC HANSON, ZACHARY WALKER HANSON
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