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.
Dream Girl
Hanson Lyrics
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You say you don't but you don't know
See you in my dreams
And you are so fair
I tried so hard to find you
But you were never there
You're my dream girl
And none can compare
In our kingdom far away
You will be her majesty
And together we will reign
You're my dream girl
It'll always be that way
Whoa whoa whoa whoa yeah
Whoa whoa whoa whoa yeah
Walking into the night
Just waiting to hear you say
Everything will be alright
And I will be okay
You're my dream girl
It'll always be that way
Whoa Whoa Whoa Whoa Yeah
Whoa Whoa Whoa Whoa Yeah
You'll always be that way
No matter what they say
You'll always be that way
No matter what they say
You'll always be that way
No matter what they say yeah
You say you don't want to
Tell me that you love me
You say you don't but you don't know
You'll always be that way
No matter what they say
You'll always be that way
No matter what they say
You'll always be that way
No matter what they say
You're my dream girl
You'll always be that way
Wear you down
you say you don't
wear you down
you say you don't
You say you don't want to tell me
that you love me
You say you don't but you don't know
You'll always be that way
You'll always be that way
You'll always be that way
The lyrics of Hanson's song "Dream Girl" is a romantic ballad about a person deeply in love with someone who may not reciprocate those feelings. The lyrics illustrate how the singer watches and waits for the object of their affection, who is described as "fair," a "queen," and "dream girl". The singer expresses their frustration at not being able to find the person they love and feeling disheartened when they finally do find them but are met with rejection. However, the singer refuses to give up on their dream girl and will always love and treasure them, whatever happens.
The song's repeated use of the phrase "You say you don't but you don't know" seems to suggest that the person the singer is addressing may be trying to hide their true feelings or is unaware of them. The lyric emphasizes the singer's belief that their love for the person is strong and real, even if the other person doesn't understand or acknowledge it. The song also implies that the two individuals share a deep connection that extends beyond the physical realm as they meet and interact in dreams.
Overall, the lyrics of "Dream Girl" explore the complexities of unrequited love and the persistence of love even in the face of rejection.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me that you love me
Asking for the validation of love
You say you don't but you don't know
Doubting the validity of the rejection
See you in my dreams
Visualizing an ideal partner
And you are so fair
Perceiving the dream girl as beautiful
I tried so hard to find you
Enduring a long search for the dream girl
But you were never there
Failing to find the dream girl in reality
You're my dream girl
Identifying the ideal partner as a dream girl
And none can compare
Believing that no one else can match the dream girl
You're always with me
Feeling the dream girl's presence constantly
In our kingdom far away
Imagining a perfect place with the dream girl
You will be her majesty
Elevating the dream girl to a position of power
And together we will reign
Ruling the imagined kingdom with the dream girl
It'll always be that way
Believing that the dream girl will sustain as an ideal
Walking into the night
Moving through life towards the dream girl
Just waiting to hear you say
Anticipating reassurance from the dream girl
Everything will be alright
Expecting comfort from the dream girl
And I will be okay
Assuming that the dream girl's presence will cure distress
No matter what they say
Ignoring external criticism of the dream girl
Wear you down
Persist in pursuing the dream girl
You say you don't
Ignoring the dream girl's supposed rejection
You'll always be that way
Believing that the dream girl will sustain as an ideal
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: KENNY PETTUS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
TheBC313
I love this song
Danielle
😍 this song is magic.
Icky Smarts
❤thank you uploading. Taking me back to my 2000’s leaked mix cd. Shedding some reminiscent tears.
Ashley Warren
I need Hanson to release this song pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeee
Jake Marvel
Who ever posted this ... Thank you .... Thank you so much in tears
María José Mora
You're my dream boy always and forever