Following the release of their seventh studio album Cageless (2017) and its accompanying tour, current members of Hedley faced accusations of sexual misconduct with young women over the course of their career. After Hoggard faced additional accusations of sexual assault by two women, the group confirmed they would enter an indefinite hiatus.
On July 23, 2018, Hoggard was charged with one count of Sexual Interference and two counts of Sexual Assault Causing Bodily Harm. On June 5, 2022, Hoggard was convicted of sexually assaulting the Ottawa woman.
On November 8, 2018, former drummer of the band Chris Crippin spoke out against Hoggard's behaviour during his time with the band. Crippin stated he was routinely called a "f*ggot" and was told to "shut the fuck up" when he tried to speak out. In a separate interview in July 2019, Crippin said that Hoggard was "extremely rude" and it wasn't behaviour he wanted to be around.
On October 20, 2022, Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard was sentenced to 5 years in prison after being found guilty of sexually assaulting an Ottawa woman.
Hello
Hedley Lyrics
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Does anybody miss me now
What can I do
To get through to you
Cutting through the static and noise
I really wanna hear your voice
Need you tonight
Thinking of the last time I saw you smiling
Get it off my chest I know it's been a while
And I could use a little facetime
The face to face kind
We never break through
You're afraid of falling
I'm afraid too
It's murder in the morning
I don't want to be alone
So just pick up the phone
And say hello (hello)
It's okay (it's okay)
You know (you know)
What they say (what they say)
If bad things happen on good TV
They could make a movie out of you and me
Don't be sad don't let go
Don't say goodbye
Just say hello (hello)
It's okay (it's okay)
I don't care (I don't care)
What they say (what they say)
It gets better don't ever lose hope
Never giving up
Not the end of the show
I'm not scared
Don't let go
Don't say goodbye
Just say hello
And this is how we stay alive
Do or die we gotta survive
Never too late
Whatever it takes
If love is just a battlefield
Then what we have's gotta be real
Day after day
It's all I can say
Thinking of the last time I saw you smiling
Get it off my chest I know it's been a while
And I could use a little facetime
The face to face kind
We never break through
You're afraid of falling
I'm afraid too
It's murder in the morning
I don't want to be alone
So just pick up the phone
And say hello (hello)
It's okay (it's okay)
You know (you know)
What they say (what they say)
If bad things happen on good TV
They could make a movie out of you and me
Don't be sad
Don't let go
Don't say goodbye
Just say hello (hello)
It's okay (it's okay)
I don't care (I don't care)
What they say (what they say)
It gets better don't ever lose hope
Never giving up
Not the end of the show
I'm not scared
Don't let go
Don't say goodbye
Just say hello
No I don't wanna be
No you don't wanna be
Nobody wants to be alone
So just pick up the phone
And say hello (hello)
It's okay (it's okay)
You know (you know)
What they say (what they say)
If bad things happen on good TV
They could make a movie out of you and me
Don't be sad don't let go
Don't say goodbye
Just say hello (hello)
It's okay (it's okay)
I don't care (I don't care)
What they say (what they say)
It gets better don't ever lose hope
Never giving up
Not the end of the show
I'm not scared
Don't let go
Don't say goodbye
Just say hello
I don't wanna be
No you don't wanna be
Nobody wants to be alone (don't say goodbye, just say hello)
I don't wanna be
No you don't wanna be
Nobody wants to be alone (don't say goodbye)
Just say hello
The lyrics of Hedley's song "Hello" express the longing and desperation to reconnect with someone who is distant or estranged. The singer feels ignored and wonders if anyone is truly listening to their pleas for attention and connection. They express the desire to hear the other person's voice and to resolve the conflicts that have led to their current state.
The lyrics also reflect on the past, reminiscing about the last time they saw the other person smiling and wanting to express their feelings. The mention of "facetime" indicates the desire for a face-to-face conversation, emphasizing the need for genuine interaction rather than just superficial communication. The song captures the fear of both the singer and the other person of falling into a deeper emotional connection, acknowledging that it can be a painful and tumultuous journey.
Line by Line Meaning
Is anybody listening now
Is there anyone who is paying attention or truly hearing me at this moment
Does anybody miss me now
Is there anyone who feels my absence or longs for my presence at this moment
What can I do
What actions can I take or decisions can I make
To get through to you
To establish a strong connection or communicate effectively with you
Cutting through the static and noise
Overcoming distractions and interference to reach a clear understanding
I really wanna hear your voice
I deeply desire to listen to you and understand your thoughts and feelings
Need you tonight
I have a strong need for your presence and support tonight
I hate how we fight
I strongly dislike the conflicts or arguments we engage in
Thinking of the last time I saw you smiling
Reflecting on the previous occasion when I witnessed your genuine happiness and joy
Get it off my chest I know it's been a while
Expressing my honest feelings and thoughts that have been weighing on me for a considerable time
And I could use a little facetime
I would greatly appreciate having a direct, in-person interaction with you
The face to face kind
The type of meeting or conversation where we are physically present and able to see each other's facial expressions and emotions
We never break through
We never succeed in fully understanding or connecting with one another
You're afraid of falling
You have a fear of becoming emotionally vulnerable or getting hurt
I'm afraid too
I also experience fear or apprehension in our relationship
It's murder in the morning
It is extremely difficult or painful to face the challenges and conflicts early in the day
I don't want to be alone
I do not desire to be by myself or feel lonely
So just pick up the phone
Therefore, please answer my call or respond to my attempt to reach out
And say hello (hello)
And simply greet me or acknowledge my presence
It's okay (it's okay)
Everything will be fine and acceptable
You know (you know)
You are aware or familiar with what I am referring to
What they say (what they say)
The opinions or rumors spread by others
If bad things happen on good TV
If negative events occur in the context of a seemingly positive or entertaining environment, like television
They could make a movie out of you and me
Our experiences and relationship could be dramatized or portrayed in a film
Don't be sad don't let go
Please avoid feeling sorrowful or giving up on us
Don't say goodbye
Do not bid farewell or end our connection
And this is how we stay alive
This is the method we employ to keep our relationship or emotions alive
Do or die we gotta survive
We must take action and endure in order to overcome challenges or difficulties
Never too late
There is always an opportunity or chance to make things right
Whatever it takes
No matter what efforts or sacrifices are necessary
If love is just a battlefield
If love is full of conflicts and struggles
Then what we have's gotta be real
Our relationship must be genuine and authentic
Day after day
Continuously and consistently
It's all I can say
Expressing that this is the only message or sentiment I have
I don't wanna be
I do not wish to become
No you don't wanna be
You also do not desire to become
Nobody wants to be alone
No one wants to be in a state of solitude or isolation
No I don't wanna be
No, I do not want to become
Just say hello
Simply greet or acknowledge me
Lyrics © Red Brick Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRIAN JOHN HOWES, JACOB WILLIAM HOGGARD, JASON ARIE VAN POEDEROOYEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Michael Chen
Is anybody listening now
Does anybody miss me now
What can I do
To get through to you
Cutting through the static and noise
I really wanna hear your voice
Need you tonight
I hate how we fight
Thinking of the last time
I saw you smiling
Get it off my chest
I know it’s been a while
And I could use a little facetime
The face to face kind
We never break through
You’re afraid of falling
I’m afraid too
It’s murder in the morning
I don’t want to be alone
So just pick up the phone
And say hello (hello)
It’s okay (it’s okay)
You know (you know)
What they say (what they say)
If bad things happen on good TV
They could make a movie out of you and me
Don’t be sad don’t let go
Don’t say goodbye
Just say hello (hello)
It’s okay (it’s okay)
I don’t care (I don’t care)
What they say (what they say)
It gets better don’t ever lose hope
Never giving up
Not the end of the show
I’m not scared
Don’t let go
Don’t say goodbye
Just say hello
And this is how we stay alive
Do or die we gotta survive
Never too late
Whatever it takes
If love is just a battlefield
Then what we have’s gotta be real
Day after day
It’s all I can say
Thinking of the last time
I saw you smiling
Get it off my chest
I know it’s been a while
And I could use a little facetime
The face to face kind
We never break through
You’re afraid of falling
I’m afraid too
It’s murder in the morning
I don’t want to be alone
So just pick up the phone
And say hello (hello)
It’s okay (it’s okay)
You know (you know)
What they say (what they say)
If bad things happen on good TV
They could make a movie out of you and me
Don’t be sad
Don’t let go
Don’t say goodbye
Just say hello (hello)
It’s okay (it’s okay)
I don’t care (I don’t care)
What they say (what they say)
It gets better don’t ever lose hope
Never giving up
Not the end of the show
I’m not scared
Don’t let go
Don’t say goodbye
Just say hello
No I don’t wanna be
No you don’t wanna be
Nobody wants to be alone
So just pick up the phone
And say hello (hello)
It’s okay (it’s okay)
You know (you know)
What they say (what they say)
If bad things happen on good TV
They could make a movie out of you and me
Don’t be sad don’t let go
Don’t say goodbye
Just say hello (hello)
It’s okay (it’s okay)
I don’t care (I don’t care)
What they say (what they say)
It gets better don’t ever lose hope
Never giving up
Not the end of the show
I’m not scared
Don’t let go
Don’t say goodbye
Just say hello
I don’t wanna be
No you don’t wanna be
Nobody wants to be alone
Don’t say goodbye
Just say hello
I don’t wanna be
No you don’t wanna be
Nobody wants to be alone
Don’t say goodbye
Just say hello
Cassidy Temple
This song helped me threw some of the hardest times of my teenage years. It holds a special place in my heart
AloneCat9482
Aww Mine To <3
Strike Official
Same for me exactly the same
HUNEKLE
When I listen to Hedley, I remember my old golden days in Canada. I lived there 4 years. Now I am back to the Middle East. Canada you are part of me forever 🇨🇦❣️
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A lot of people don't realize how legendary this song was. This much years already? Literally my childhood was well spent with this, how time flies 💙
ZeroMass
lame
Spark_YT1
true that man
Pepperoni Games
Same
Sarah Wang
when u remember that hedley is a Canadian band and then u feel so proud to be canadian too
Spencer St. Yves
this!! <3