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.
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Hanson Lyrics
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I said, run run Rudolph, Randolph isn't far behind
I said, run run Rudolph, Santa's coming in to town
I said, Santa make him hurry, tell him he can take the freeway down
Run run Rudolph he's a whizzing like a merry go round
Said Santa to a boy child "What have you been longing for?"
Said "all I want for Christmas is a Rock and Roll electric guitar"
Run, run Rudolph, Santa's got to make it to town
Said, Santa make him hurry, tell him he can take the freeway down
Run run Rudolph he's a whizzing like a merry go round
I'm gonna kick it one time for ya, come on
Tay, kick one for Christmas, baby
Said Santa to a girl child "What would please you most to get?"
(Run Run Rudolph, you got to run, Rudolph)
"A little baby doll that can cry, sleep, drink, and wet"
(Run Run Rudolph, you got to run Rudolph)
Then away went Rudolph, whizzing like a Saber jet
(Run run Rudolph, you got to run Rudolph)
Run, run Rudolph, run, run Rudolph
Run, run Rudolph, run, run Rudolph
Run, run Rudolph
Santa clause is coming to town
Run, run, run, run, run, run
Run, run Rudolph, Santa Clause is coming to town
I said Santa, make him hurry, tell him he can take the freeway down
Run run Rudolph he's a whizzing like a merry go round
Run run Rudolph, run run Rudolph, run run Rudolph
Run run Rudolph, run run Rudolph,
Santa clause is coming to town
The song "Run Rudolph Run" by Hanson is a festive rock and roll tribute to the most popular reindeer of them all—Rudolph. The song talks about how Rudolph is the mastermind among all the reindeer and how Santa has to make him hurry to reach the town in time because Christmas is coming.
The lyrics depict Santa asking children what they want for Christmas, and the children respond with a rock and roll electric guitar and a little baby doll that can cry, sleep, and wet. The chorus throughout the song urges Rudolph to run as fast as he can, and Santa to make him hurry to take the freeway down, telling him that he is whizzing like a merry-go-round.
The song is a brilliant interpretation of the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season and how everyone is hurrying to get everything done. It's a fun song that captures the spirit of Christmas and the excitement of the season.
Line by Line Meaning
Out of all the reindeer you know you're the mastermind
You're the best reindeer of them all.
I said, run run Rudolph, Randolph isn't far behind
Rudolph, go fast, or Randolph will catch up.
I said, run run Rudolph, Santa's coming in to town
Rudolph, run fast, because Santa is on his way.
I said, Santa make him hurry, tell him he can take the freeway down
Santa, tell Rudolph to hurry and take the freeway.
Run run Rudolph he's a whizzing like a merry go round
Rudolph is moving very fast.
Said Santa to a boy child "What have you been longing for?"
Santa asked the boy what he wants for Christmas.
Said "all I want for Christmas is a Rock and Roll electric guitar"
The boy wants an electric guitar for Christmas.
Then away went Rudolph, whizzing like a shooting star
Rudolph ran away very quickly, like a shooting star.
Said Santa to a girl child "What would please you most to get?"
Santa asked the girl what she wants for Christmas.
"A little baby doll that can cry, sleep, drink, and wet"
The girl wants a doll that can do many things.
Run, run Rudolph, Santa's got to make it to town
Rudolph, run fast so Santa can get to town.
Run, run Rudolph, run, run Rudolph
Rudolph, keep running!
I'm gonna kick it one time for ya, come on
I'm going to sing it once more for you, let's go!
Santa clause is coming to town
Santa is arriving in town.
Lyrics © ST. NICHOLAS MUSIC INC., Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Marvin Brodie, Johnny Marks
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