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.
You Never Know
Hanson Lyrics
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You don't know
Whoa, whoa, whoa
Whoa, whoa
You don't know
You walk around and, baby, there's something you're missing
This look you're giving me is not even focusing
Something I did or maybe something I said
[Chorus]
You never know, baby
You never know, baby
You never know, baby
You never know
You judge us all by the lie that was told, baby
You never know, baby
You never know
Yeah
Whoa, whoa
You don't know
I speak these words
But, baby, you don't even listen
These things I say
Just going through your head (going through your head)
I've got my gun,
But I'm low on ammunition
I am like a book that is waiting to be read
[Chorus]
Do you ever wonder?
Don't you ever wonder, baby
Who's spell your under?
Don't you ever wonder, baby?
Do you ever wonder?
Don't you ever wonder, baby?
We've got your number
Don't you ever wonder?
You never know
Do you ever know?
(Do you ever know?)
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh
Whoa, oh
Whoa, oh
You don't know
Whoa, what's the source of all this
Baby, you've been dishin'
Could they be lies that maybe you've fed (that you fed)?
Consider well the kind of stream where you've been fishin'
I'm like a book that's waiting to be read
[Chorus]
Baby, you never know
Whoa, whoa, whoa
You never know
(You don't know)
Whoa, whoa, whoa
Whoa, whoa, you don't know
The lyrics to Hanson's "You Never Know" capture the angst and frustration of the singer as he tries to understand why he's being judged unfairly. The chorus "You never know, baby / You judge us all by the lie that was told, baby" highlights the idea that people are being judged based on skewed information. The singer wonders why people are so quick to believe lies without bothering to investigate the truth. He also wonders why people are not paying attention to what he is saying. The phrases "Hallucinations happen in your head," "This look you're giving me is not even focusing," and "These things I say / Just going through your head" all convey a sense of frustration and helplessness.
The verses of the song provide further insight into the singer's state of mind. He mentions that he's "low on ammunition" and feels like "a book that is waiting to be read." These lines suggest that he's struggling to communicate effectively and feels like people are not really paying attention to him. The bridge of the song adds a sense of urgency and urgency. The lyrics "Do you ever wonder? / Who's spell your under? / We've got your number / Don't you ever wonder?" urge the listener to consider the motives of the people who are judging them.
Line by Line Meaning
Whoa, whoa, whoa
Expressing surprise and confusion
You don't know
You lack the knowledge
You walk around and, baby, there's something you're missing
You seem to be absent-minded
Hallucinations happen in your head
You tend to imagine things
This look you're giving me is not even focusing
You're not paying attention to what I'm saying
Something I did or maybe something I said
You're giving a weird look because of either my actions or words
You never know, baby
You're unaware of the facts
You judge us all by the lie that was told, baby
You've taken the lie as the truth and made a negative impression of us
I speak these words But, baby, you don't even listen
I'm communicating but you're not paying attention
These things I say Just going through your head (going through your head)
But you fail to process them
I've got my gun, But I'm low on ammunition
I'm doing everything I can with limited resources
I am like a book that is waiting to be read
I have a lot to say, but you're yet to understand me
Do you ever wonder? Don't you ever wonder, baby Who's spell your under?
Have you ever thought about the impact of false information?
We've got your number Don't you ever wonder?
Don't you think you're exposing yourself to possible dangers by embracing lies?
You never know
You're unaware of the truth
Baby, you've been dishin' Could they be lies that maybe you've fed (that you fed)?
Have you considered that the information you've been sharing could be untrue?
Consider well the kind of stream where you've been fishin'
Reflect on where you got the information from
Whoa, oh Whoa, oh
Expressing surprise and confusion
Whoa, what's the source of all this
What could be the cause of all these misunderstandings?
You don't know Whoa, whoa, whoa You never know (You don't know) Whoa, whoa, whoa Whoa, whoa, you don't know
You're constantly unaware of the truth
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ISAAC HANSON, TAYLOR HANSON, ZAC HANSON, ZACHARY WALKER HANSON
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