The band is notably influenced both by 90s post-grunge as well as by 80s dirty hard rock and glam metal, with several critics noting their debt to Guns n' Roses. Cut to almost five years later after Winkler met the guys, and Hinder built a healthy regional following. They released an independent album, titled 'Far From Close', which sold out several thousands of copies. The band was the object of an honest-to-goodness bidding war between three different major labels that resulted in its major label debut, titled 'Extreme Behavior', coming out to much commercial success in 2005.
True to the group's origins in Austin Winkler's cover band, Hinder has released several covers of songs that have inspired the band. Examples include "Bed of Roses" (by Bon Jovi), "Born to be Wild" (by Steppenwolf), "Take Me Home Tonight" (by Eddie Money), and "Thunderstruck" (by AC/DC). Their debut album included the huge hit (and perhaps their best known original song) "Lips Of An Angel", and said album has been triple-platinum certified by the RIAA.
Although receiving mixed to negative critical reviews for 'Extreme Behavior', setting up a pattern for them as being critical whipping boys, "Lips of an Angel" was a rock smash. It topped both the Top 40 Pop Radio Chart and the Digital Download Chart, also putting the group on the top of multiple radio, video and digital charts including Yahoo, iTunes, and MSN. Facing near impossible expectations put on them, with rambunctious live performances stoking the flames, Hinder's sophomore album, 'Take It To The Limit', proved somewhat of a commercial disappointment by comparison. However, the group still moved hundreds of thousands of records and featured a strong glam metal-esque sound that many fans loved.
The band was inducted into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame in 2007. After the release of 'Take It To The Limit' in 2008 and 'All American Nightmare' in 2010, though, issues between frontman Winkler and the rest of the band had taken their toll. Finally, on November 20, 2013, it was announced via Loudwire that the band had parted ways with Winkler, the statement saying that there was no animosity towards him but that they just felt it was time to move on. The former Hinder singer has had struggles placing him in rehab before. Saving Abel’s Jared Weeks has often played with the re-jiggered group, and their future is somewhat uncertain though with more studio material promised as of early 2015 (with ex-producer Marshal Dutton being their current singer).
Albums
'Far From Close' (2003)
'Extreme Behavior' (2005)
'Take It To The Limit' (2008)
'All American Nightmare' (2010)
'Welcome to the Freakshow' (2012)
'When the Smoke Clears' (2015)
2) Hinder is a Black Metal band from Netherlands. They have released a full length album, Doodendraad in 2017.
https://hinderbm.bandcamp.com/
Homecoming Queen )
Hinder Lyrics
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She's the holy ghost, lost without a trace
And now we're left with the "what-ifs"
It's been five years since she left for LA
She's an angel with a dirty face
And it seems to me she's a casualty of all the pressure
That we put on her, and now we've lost her for good
Was a lot like you and a lot like me
And she never walked on water
Guess no one really saw her
She was so adored by everyone
When it came to looks, she was next to none
But loved partying and having too much fun
Then she hooked up with the wrong someone
And he promised everything under the sun
And it seems to me she's a casualty of all the pressure
That he put on her, and now we've lost her for good
It's such a shame, shame, shame that our homecoming queen
Was a lot like you and a lot like me
And she never walked on water 'cause no one really saw her
A shame, shame, shame that our homecoming queen
Had a lot to prove and so many to please
She's just somebody's daughter, just looking for somebody to love her
Well, I never knew you
Wish I could've saved you
From losers that drained you
Before you got strung out
With so much potential
How could you let us down?
It's such a shame, shame, shame that our homecoming queen
Was a lot like you and a lot like me
And she never walked on water 'cause no one really saw her
A shame, shame, shame that our homecoming queen
Had a lot to prove and so many to please
She's just somebody's daughter, just looking for somebody to love her
She's just somebody's daughter, just looking for somebody to love her
It's such a shame, shame, shame
It's such a shame, shame, shame
It's such a shame, shame, shame
It's such a shame, shame, shame
It's such a shame, shame, shame
It's such a shame, shame, shame
It's such a shame, shame, shame
It's such a shame, shame, shame
The song "Homecoming Queen" by Hinder is a tragic and emotional ballad about a popular and beloved girl who loses herself in the pressure to please others. The song is narrated by someone who knew her but had not seen her in five years. He describes her as the "holy ghost" and states that she was lost without a trace. The girl, who was once the homecoming queen, is depicted as someone who was adored by everyone for her beauty but was never really seen for who she really was. She is painted as a victim of circumstances, preyed upon by someone who promised her the world but ended up draining her of her potential.
The song is a lamentation for the loss of a precious life that was destroyed by the burdens of expectation and the influence of those who didn't have her best interests at heart. The disappointing reality that the homecoming queen was just like everyone else, with flaws and vulnerabilities, adds to the tragedy of her untimely demise.
Overall, "Homecoming Queen" is a poignant reminder of how we often put people on a pedestal and forget that they are human, with feelings and weaknesses. The song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of buying into superficial labels and the importance of being true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been five years since I've seen her face
It has been half a decade since the singer saw the Homecoming Queen.
She's the holy ghost, lost without a trace
The Homecoming Queen vanished and nobody knows where she went.
And now we're left with the "what-ifs"
People are questioning what would have happened if things had turned out differently for the Homecoming Queen.
It's been five years since she left for LA
The Queen left her hometown for Los Angeles five years ago.
She's an angel with a dirty face
The Homecoming Queen had an innocent appearance, but she had a bad reputation behind the scenes.
And it seems to me she's a casualty of all the pressure
The singer believes that the Homecoming Queen was a victim of too much stress and expectations.
That we put on her, and now we've lost her for good
People imposed unrealistic demands on the Homecoming Queen, and she is gone forever.
It's such a shame, shame, shame that our homecoming queen
The tragedy surrounding the Homecoming Queen is regrettable and unjustifiable.
Was a lot like you and a lot like me
The Homecoming Queen shared some common traits and experiences with many people in her town.
And she never walked on water
The Homecoming Queen was ordinary and imperfect, despite her beauty and popularity.
Guess no one really saw her
People did not pay attention to the Homecoming Queen's true feelings and struggles.
She was so adored by everyone
Many people in the town held much affection and admiration for the Homecoming Queen.
When it came to looks, she was next to none
The Queen was stunningly attractive compared to most people in the town.
But loved partying and having too much fun
The Homecoming Queen enjoyed socializing and having a good time, perhaps to a fault.
Then she hooked up with the wrong someone
The Queen formed a romantic relationship with a harmful or unsuitable person.
And he promised everything under the sun
The Queen's partner made unrealistic and hollow commitments to her.
It's such a shame, shame, shame that our homecoming queen
The artist repeats the refrain to express the persistent sadness and regret over the Queen's fate.
Had a lot to prove and so many to please
The Homecoming Queen felt the need to demonstrate her worth and satisfy the expectations of others.
She's just somebody's daughter, just looking for somebody to love her
The Homecoming Queen was a person with a family and a longing for acceptance and affection.
Well, I never knew you
The artist confesses that they did not have a close relationship with the Homecoming Queen.
Wish I could've saved you
The artist regrets not being able to prevent the Queen's downfall or help her in any way.
From losers that drained you
The Queen was harmed and drained by toxic or parasitic people around her.
Before you got strung out
The Queen fell prey to addiction or other harmful habits before it was too late to reverse the damage.
With so much potential
The Queen had many talents and qualities that could have propelled her to a happy and successful life.
How could you let us down?
The singer expresses disappointment and frustration at the Queen's perceived choice or inability to escape her problems.
It's such a shame, shame, shame
The singer repeats the refrain to convey the futility and harshness of the Queen's situation.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AUSTIN WINKLER, BRIAN HOWES, LLOYD GARVEY, MARK KING, MICHAEL RODDEN, ROSS HANSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@loishearon7274
love the old Hinder! He just had it and this new guy doesn't have it whatsoever. I love Austin's voice; it is spectacular!
@marianaceves2494
2019 and still in love with the old Hinder, it´s not the same without Austin ):
@manbearpig2164
@@skjarall Evans blue
@scottblair7441
Fact
@michellecassar825
True talk
@thecincykid408
Hinder with Austin is one of the greatest rock bands it's sad they don't get recognized for their talent
@Worlfgang
who said they didnt recognized?
@HannahsMoviesAndMusic
@@Worlfgang I think they meant that they don't get recognized for their songs and talent outside of Lips Of An Angel. Sure, it's a great song, but if you only know Hinder just off of that song, you won't know their musical talents in other places like incredible guitar riffs or, for some songs, 80s hair band style screams. All of that isn't seen in their most popular songs; all that's portrayed is just another rock band of the 2000s trying to make it big. And their image has been drastically damaged with their new wannabe lead singer.
@monkeyliver1986
@@HannahsMoviesAndMusic you are 100 percent correct
@HannahsMoviesAndMusic
@@monkeyliver1986 Hey, I remember you. You commented on a video of mine that Nirvana sucked.