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.
mmmbop
Hanson Lyrics
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Oh
Oh oh oh
Yeah
You have so many relationships in this life
Only one or two will last
You go through all the pain and strife
Oh yeah
And they're gone so fast, yeah
Oh, so hold on the ones who really care
In the end they'll be the only ones there
And when you get old and start losing your hair
Can you tell me who will still care?
Can you tell me who will still care?
Oh care
Mmmbop, ba duba dop
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
Ba du, oh yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop
Ba du bop, ba du dop
Ba du bop, ba du dop
Ba du, yeah
Said oh yeah
In an mmmbop they're gone
Yeah yeah
Yeah yeah
Plant a seed, plant a flower, plant a rose
You can plant any one of those
Keep planting to find out which one grows
It's a secret no one knows
It's a secret no one knows
Oh, no one knows
Mmmbop, ba duba dop
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
Ba du, oh yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop
Ba du bop, ba du dop
Ba du bop, ba du dop
Can you tell me? Oh
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
Can you tell me?
You say you can but you don't know
Can you tell me? Oh (which flower's going to grow?)
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
Can you tell me? (If it's going to be a daisy or a rose?)
You say you can but you don't know
Can you tell me? Oh (which flower's going to grow?)
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
Can you tell me?
You say you can but you don't know
Oh oh
You say you can but you don't know
You don't know, you don't know, oh
Mmmbop, ba duba dop
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
Oh yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop
Ba du bop, ba du dop
Ba du bop, ba du dop
Yeah
The lyrics of Hanson's song Mmmbop focus on the ephemeral nature of relationships and the importance of cherishing the ones that last. The song begins by describing the transience of most relationships, with the pain and strife that come with them, and emphasizes the need to hold on to those that truly matter. As time goes on and people age, the question remains of who will still be there to care for them. The chorus of the song, with its nonsensical "Mmmbop" refrain, echoes the fleeting nature of relationships, suggesting that they can disappear in an instant.
However, the song ends on a more hopeful note. The lyrics become more introspective and poetic, asking listeners to consider the mysteries of life and the secrets that remain hidden from us. The metaphor of planting seeds, flowers, and roses is used to describe the unpredictable journey of life, suggesting that we can never truly know what will happen in the future. Yet despite this uncertainty, the song also reminds us that there is beauty to be found in the unknown and that we should never stop searching for it.
Overall, Hanson's "Mmmbop" is a song that captures the complex emotions of youth and the challenges of growing up. Its catchy melody and playful lyrics may make it seem like a simple pop song, but there is undeniable depth and meaning to be found in its words.
Line by Line Meaning
You have so many relationships in this life
There are many people that come in and out of your life
Only one or two will last
But only a select few will remain true friends
You go through all the pain and strife
There will be tough times along the way
Then you turn your back and they're gone so fast
And some people will leave your life unexpectedly
Oh yeah
Yeah
And they're gone so fast, yeah
They disappear quickly
Oh, so hold on the ones who really care
So cherish those who truly care about you
In the end they'll be the only ones there
Because they'll be the only ones who stick around
And when you get old and start losing your hair
As time goes by and you grow old
Can you tell me who will still care?
Which of your friends will still be there?
Can you tell me who will still care?
Who will still care about you?
Oh care
Care about you
Mmmbop, ba duba dop
Life goes by quickly
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
You never know what will happen next
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
So enjoy life while you can
Ba du, oh yeah
Yeah
Said oh yeah
Yeah
In an mmmbop they're gone
Life goes by quickly and people come and go
Yeah yeah
Yeah
Yeah yeah
Yeah
Plant a seed, plant a flower, plant a rose
Take a chance and try new things
You can plant any one of those
Anything is possible
Keep planting to find out which one grows
Keep trying until you find what works
It's a secret no one knows
There's no telling what will happen
It's a secret no one knows
Only time will tell
Oh, no one knows
No one knows for sure
Can you tell me? Oh
Do you know?
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
No one knows for sure
Can you tell me?
Do you know?
You say you can but you don't know
But you're not sure either
Can you tell me? Oh (which flower's going to grow?)
Do you know which path to take?
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
No one knows for sure
Can you tell me? (If it's going to be a daisy or a rose?)
Do you know which direction to go?
You say you can but you don't know
But you're not sure
Can you tell me? Oh (which flower's going to grow?)
Do you know where your life will take you?
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
There's no way to know for sure
Can you tell me?
Can you predict the future?
You say you can but you don't know
But no one can truly predict what will happen
You don't know, you don't know, oh
No one knows for sure
Mmmbop, ba duba dop
Life goes by quickly
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
You never know what's going to happen next
Ba du bop, ba duba dop
So enjoy life while you can
Oh yeah
Yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop
Life goes by quickly
Ba du bop, ba du dop
You never know what's going to happen next
Ba du bop, ba du dop
So enjoy life while you can
Yeah
Yeah
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Isaac Hanson, Taylor Hanson, Zac Hanson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dahawk8574
@James J
Pacts with the Devil are a common thread running through Rock Music. With Pagey going so far as to buy Mr Crowley's mansion so he could fully connect with the Source. Which is why he plays a 'Source'erer in TSRtS.
But I myself would go so far as to assert that even Satan himself has his limits. You'd have to do unspeakable things to young children to infuse them with this much wisdom at their prepubescent age.
So yes, I was being quite serious.
Kinda like how Marie Osmond sang about those Paper Roses at age 12.
What does a 12 year old know about romantic love, let alone seeing through a facade to call out 'imitation love'.
My best guess is that both she and them had someone penning the words for them.
And I severely doubt that any young child would choose the Pick of Destiny route. Even Pagey was quite innocent when he was Hanson's age. You can see this when he appeared on the Huw Weldon show at age 13, and the host asked him what he wanted to do with his life. Jimmy's answer? He said he wanted to be a biological researcher so that he could find a cure for cancer.
Countless millions have since died of cancer. But we got Led Zeppelin instead. I'd say that was a fair trade. Heh.
@millennialsmusicmix
Lyrics:
Oh, Oh
Oh, oh
Oh, yeah
You have so many relationships in this life
Only one or two will last
You go through all the pain and strife
You turn your back and they're gone so fast
Oh yeah
And they're gone so fast, yeah
Oh so hold on to the ones who really care
In the end they'll be the only one's there
When you get old and start losing your hair
Can you tell me who will still care?
Can you tell me who will still care?
Oh, Oh care
Mmmbop, ba duba dop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du
Yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du
Yeah
Say oh yeah
In an mmmbop, gone
Yeah
Yeah
Plant a seed, plant a flower, plant a rose
You can plant any one of those
Keep planting to find out which one grows
It's a secret no one knows
It's a secret no one knows
Oh ohs, no one knows
Mmmbop, ba duba dop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du
Yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du
Yeah
In an mmmbop, gone
In an mmmbop, not there
In an mmmbop, gone
In an mmmbop, not there
Until you lose your hair
Oh, but you don't care
Oh yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du
Yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du
Yeah
Can you tell me? oh
No you can't 'cause you don't know
Can you tell me? oh yeah
You say you can but you don't know
Can you tell me? oh (Which flower's going to grow?)
No you can't 'cause you don't know
Can you tell me? (If it's going to be a daisy or a rose?)
You say you can but you don't know
You say you can but you don't know
You don't know oh
You don't know oh
Mmmbop, du bop
Du bop, du
Yeah
Mmmbop (oh yeah), du bop
Du bop, du
Oh oh
Mmmbop, ba duba dop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du
Yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du, oh
Mmmbop, ba duba dop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du bop,
Ba dubadop, ba du...
@AxeKick80
This is probably one of the most pure feel-good songs ever.
I miss the 90s.
@mikeoster7004
Caleb Is JFK it's got a sad message about relationships coming & going (I just read an article n my sister used to love these guys) but it's still MIST DEFINITELY a feel good song, regardless.
@ramasaswijaya1126
Yes i miss the 90s
@ChadQuick270W
#1 for four weeks in the spring of 1997. I still have the 45.
@sophiapetrillo5803
Us and the 162 likes.
Btw I am #162
@kimberlys8422
So do I.
I remember when I got "Middle of Nowhere" when I was 7 for Xmas.
Spice Girls and Aqua was also a big deal.
@janmenzinga
If you realise that they were 11, 13 and 16 years old when this song came out, it's obvious that they were way ahead of their time and super creative.
@samueljohnson2465
And they started writing it at an even younger age.
@abigailcaraballo2623
Real talent
@anotheryoutube4635
If you're an actual musician and you watch this now, it's very clear that they weren't the musicians playing the music on this song.