Hard-Fi achieved chart success with their third single, "Hard to Beat" and then followed by other successful singles such as "Cash Machine" and "Living for the Weekend", which all reached top 15 in the UK Singles Chart. Their debut album Stars of CCTV was released on 4 July 2005, and although receiving critical acclaim (NME called it album of the year and was nominated for the Mercury Prize and two BRIT Awards, Best British Group and Best British Rock Act), it didn't reach #1 in the UK albums chart until six months later on 22 January 2006. It originally peaked at number 6. The band's second album, Once Upon a Time in the West, was released on 3 September 2007 and reached number 1 in its first week.
They are generally considered part of the indie rock scene, alongside bands such as Franz Ferdinand and have often been compared to a modern version of The Clash.
Hard-Fi's latest album, 'Killer Sounds' was released on 22 August 2011, and has produced 3 singles, 'Good for Nothing', 'Fire in the House' and the anthemic 'Bring It On' which also featured in the game Football Manager 2012. The band also recorded the track 'Like a Drug' for the hugely popular Twilight - Breaking Dawn film, and following demands from fans finally released it as a single on iTunes on 16 December 2011.
We Need Love
Hard-Fi Lyrics
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Not hate and fear, blood and tears, what we need now is love
Walking down my street tonight, West London style
There's something in the air tonight, I haven't felt for a while
I see the fear, I see the fear in your eyes
When they keep you afraid you believe all their lies
Not suspicion, division, what we need now is love
In Washington, New York City, what we need now is love
Not hate and fear, blood and tears, what we need now is love
Walking down my street today, West London style
There's something going on today, everyone's acting wild
I see the fear, I see the fear in your eyes
When they keep you afraid you believe all their lies
In Liverpool, in Glasgow, what we need now is love
Not suspicion, division, what we need now is love
In Washington, New York City, what we need now is love
Not hate and fear, blood and tears, what we need now is love
What we need now is love
What we need now is love
When the sun goes down, on the mill towns, what we need now is love
Not suspicion, division, what we need now is love
In Washington, New York City, what we need now is love
San Salvador, me amor, what we need now is love
What we need now is love
What we need now is love
What we need now is love
What we need now is love
The song We Need Love by Hard-Fi is a call for unity among people across the world. The lyrics emphasize that love is what is needed in areas that have experienced violence, division, and fear. The song identifies specific places like Birmingham, London, Liverpool, Glasgow, Washington, and New York City, where the need for love is heightened due to their histories of violence and conflict. The song invites people to put aside their differences and embrace each other with love. The line "when they keep you afraid, you believe all their lies" highlights how fear has been used to divide people and make them easy to control.
The song speaks to the ongoing issues that continue to affect people worldwide. In a world where people are more divided and polarized than ever, Hard-Fi's We Need Love is a reminder that love can heal and bring people together. The lyrics of the song send a message that love can create a sense of belonging and help to build stronger communities. The song is a hopeful and encouraging call to action, calling for everyone to embrace love.
Line by Line Meaning
In Birmingham, in London, what we need now is love
Instead of hate and fear, blood and tears, what we truly require in Birmingham and London is love
Walking down my street tonight, West London style
Strolling through the streets of West London in the evening
There's something in the air tonight, I haven't felt for a while
There's a certain vibe or atmosphere tonight that I haven't experienced for some time
I see the fear, I see the fear in your eyes
I can sense the fear in your eyes
When they keep you afraid you believe all their lies
When they constantly scare you, you end up believing all the false information they propagate
In the county towns, in football grounds, what we need now is love
In the county towns and football grounds, we should focus on love and not suspicion and division
In Washington, New York City, what we need now is love
What is currently needed, instead of hate and fear, blood and tears, is love in Washington and New York City
Walking down my street today, West London style
Strolling through the streets of West London today
There's something going on today, everyone's acting wild
There seems to be some sort of excitement today, with everyone being more energetic than usual
In Liverpool, in Glasgow, what we need now is love
In Liverpool and Glasgow, what we truly need is love, not suspicion and division
When the sun goes down, on the mill towns, what we need now is love
In the mill towns, once the sun has set, we need love, not suspicion or division
San Salvador, me amor, what we need now is love
Even in San Salvador, my love, what we currently need is love
What we need now is love
Love is currently what we require above all else
What we need now is love
Love is currently what we require above all else
What we need now is love
Love is currently what we require above all else
What we need now is love
Love is currently what we require above all else
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RICHARD ARCHER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marcelogalati8936
In Birmingham, in London, what we need now is love
Not hate and fear, blood and tears, what we need now is love
Walking down my street tonight, West London style
There's something in the air tonight, I haven't felt for a while
I see the fear, I see the fear in your eyes
When they keep you afraid you believe all their lies
In the county towns, in football grounds, what we need now is love
Not suspicion, division, what we need now is love
In Washington, New York City, what we need now is love
Not hate and fear, blood and tears, what we need now is love
Walking down my street today, West London style
There's something going on today, everyone's acting wild
I see the fear, I see the fear in your eyes
When they keep you afraid you believe all their lies
In…
@markvianen2282
Each an every song from this guy is a masterpiece!
@mattieweldon9916
Tuuunneeeeee love it.
@sarahhabbershaw9668
Just love this Band!!!!!! and in love with lead singer !!!!
@qpwo6
Good to see so much love in the comments. <3
@marcelogalati8936
In Birmingham, in London, what we need now is love
Not hate and fear, blood and tears, what we need now is love
Walking down my street tonight, West London style
There's something in the air tonight, I haven't felt for a while
I see the fear, I see the fear in your eyes
When they keep you afraid you believe all their lies
In the county towns, in football grounds, what we need now is love
Not suspicion, division, what we need now is love
In Washington, New York City, what we need now is love
Not hate and fear, blood and tears, what we need now is love
Walking down my street today, West London style
There's something going on today, everyone's acting wild
I see the fear, I see the fear in your eyes
When they keep you afraid you believe all their lies
In…
@gerryduff
i love them.
@kevsul47
..west London style..
@Mr.Shows97
Richard Archer. The man with the unique voice.
@superfrogkkk
@virtuoushappydays steal it!!!
@zimdelinvasor
Should have been a singleee.