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Hello world, this is Hurry! Lets Go an electro, pop and acoustic band originally from Germany. The band was officially formed in early 2006, but has changed a lot throughout the years. H!LG (Hurry! Lets Go) was originally started by former band member Robbie and current member Alan in Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The two guys got together to share their love of music as a small hobby, but little did they know it would turn into something much greater. Inspired by bands like PlayRadioPlay! (now known as Analog Rebellion), Breathe Carolina, Linkin Park, Owl City, Blink-182, The Ready Set, Breathe Electric and The Postal Service, Alan and Robbie sat down one summer day and wrote their first hit single.“Happily Ever After” was compiled line-by-line starting by Alan writing one line then Robbie coming up with the next. Eventually the band had a full-length song written, and decided to compose a beat to match it. Most bands start off with a beat then develop lyrics, but not H!LG. They were ready to be truly different even in how they created music. The band’s “Happily Ever After” quickly became a top chart hit on MySpace after just a few hours of uploading it to the popular social network site. After successfully developing this first single, the band realized electronica and pop were the musical direction they wanted to pursue.
Musical History:
After writing six complete songs, the band released their first EP entitled “This May Be Our Scene.” The EP quickly gained popularity across the board, from the charts on MySpace to receiving approval by Apple to sell their songs on iTunes. After the release of their first EP, the band also recorded a few singles featuring the bands Dropping A Popped Locket, Dot Dot Curve, She’s Dressed To Kill and N!TRO among a few others. The success of their first EP and the popularity they had developed on MySpace inspired the band to create its first full-length album, “As Silhouettes Fade.” The countless hours the band spent brainstorming lyrics, practicing beats and recording finally paid off. The album was well received by fans and the MySpace community. By far the greatest and most popular songs on were “Mayday Mayday” and “Neon Lights.” “Mayday Mayday” also sparked the interest of Spanky (from Dot Dot Curve) who e-mailed Alan and asked if H!LG wanted to create a remix of this song for his album “Till The Wheels Fall Off.” Alan decided to name the song “Screaming Mayday” and it quickly became one of the most, if not the most, popular song from Hurry! Lets Go and Dot Dot Curve’s new album. “As Silhouettes Fade” established H!LG as a well-known on MySpace, and even music labels were offering to sign the band. Although this seemed like a great opportunity, the timing was not right. Alan was attending Florida State University full-time and Robbie started his first year at the University of Alabama. Due to their hectic schedules the band took a break from creating songs, but this eventually led to them splitting. Robbie was too busy with school so Alan went on to stay in Hurry! Lets Go as a solo-project.
At this time Alan also decided to experiment with new music and formed “Neon Attack!” a side-project with Chris from the popular acoustic/pop band “A Sunset Diary.” Together Alan and Chris released their highly-popular EP “Skylit Horizons.” The EP did well and inspired Alan to continue to create music. Alan then decided to refocus on H!LG. Soon after, the band was asked by the popular social music platform trueAnthem to enter the Wonka Battle of the Bands. After a tough and close competition, H!LG placed third, losing to the popular crunkcore/rap/electronic band BrokenCYDE.
In late 2008 Alan had met two up and coming artists from Germany, Peter and Kevin from XOXO. XOXO was the band featured in H!LG’s hit single “Neon Lights.” The band members noticed they had common musical goals and in late 2009 frontman Peter joined H!LG. Together Alan and Peter were ready to revitalize the H!LG. Peter is an amazing producer, singer, guitarist and pianist and Alan is an amazing online promoter and leader. They combined their talents to create “Winter Nights”, a Christmas song full of electronic and pop beats. In 2010 XOXO’s other member Kevin joined Hurry! Lets Go. And then a couple months later the band’s newest EP “Neon Lights” was released. The six-song EP amazed everyone who listened to it. It brought together techno, electro, pop, acoustic, and indie beats in a new and exciting way.
Where are they now?
Now days Peter and Kevin live in Trier, Germany where they are studying graphic design. Alan graduated college from FSU and now works in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Despite the distance, the band continues to make music and is currently developing a new full-length album. The band members also have the opportunity to get together every summer and winter, and use this time to develop videos and new music. Peter’s other band, Erin, plays many shows across Europe, so H!LG is hoping to start touring soon too. Since the band considers Trier, Germany their hometown, the guys hope to play a show in this city in the near future.
H!LG is happy to still be making music and wants to thank everyone who supported them from day one. “We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for our family, friends and fans! Keep listening, we love you all,” H!LG.
Neon Lights
Hurry! Lets Go Lyrics
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Sometimes I just can't sleep at night,
Sometimes these stars shine way too bright,
I wish I was in my dream land,
No questions left, just pearl white sand,
Because there's neon lights in the air,
I see stars in this atmosphere,
What's left from the start to the end,
Don't you know, if this gonna last,
Don't you know, what happens in the past (2x)
And we walk two thousand miles,
I'm not in a rush, there's no denial,
I wish I could just take you with me,
Oh baby please, I want you to see,
You are everything that I hope for,
I want you here, you're the one I adore,
You make my day bright with these lights,
Please just stay for another night
The lyrics to Hurry! Lets Go's song "Neon Lights" featuring XOXO are a dreamy and uplifting depiction of the wonder and beauty of the night sky. The juxtaposition of the sometimes overwhelming brightness of the stars with the desire for a quiet and peaceful dreamland creates a sense of longing and yearning. The presence of neon lights in the air and stars in the atmosphere add to the surreal, otherworldly tone of the song, inviting the listener to imagine a place where anything is possible. The lines "Without this thing I can't imagine, What's left from the start to the end," speak to the power of the imagination and the need for creative inspiration to experience a fulfilling life.
The second verse takes on a more romantic tone, with the idea of walking two thousand miles with someone, without being in a rush, suggesting a deep connection and a willingness to take the time to truly experience life together. The line "I want you here, you're the one I adore," further emphasizes this sense of closeness and devotion. The final plea for the person to stay for another night reinforces the idea that life is about cherishing special moments and making the most of each day.
Overall, "Neon Lights" is a song that encourages the listener to imagine a world beyond the mundane, where dreams can come true and love can flourish. It is a reminder to appreciate the beauty and magic of life and to cherish those who make it even more special.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I just can't sleep at night
At times I struggle to fall asleep during the night
Sometimes these stars shine way too bright
Occasionally stars appear too luminous
I wish I was in my dream land
I desire to be in a dream-like world
No questions left, just pearl white sand
All questions have vanished, merely white grains left
Because there's neon lights in the air
Luminous neon beams are present in the atmosphere
I see stars in this atmosphere
I can observe heavenly stars within this ambiance
Without this thing I can't imagine
I cannot visualize lacking this entity
What's left from the start to the end
What's remaining from beginning to conclusion
Don't you know, if this gonna last
Are you unaware, if this endures?
Don't you know, what happens in the past (2x)
Do you not perceive what transpires prior?
And we walk two thousand miles
We walk a great distance of two thousand miles
I'm not in a rush, there's no denial
Without a doubt, I have no sense of urgency
I wish I could just take you with me
It is my wish to bring you alongside
Oh baby please, I want you to see
Dear, I implore you to behold
You are everything that I hope for
You fulfill all of my aspirations
I want you here, you're the one I adore
I yearn for you to remain close, you're my cherished one
You make my day bright with these lights
Your presence brightens my day, as well as the neon lights
Please just stay for another night
Kindly stay for one more evening
Contributed by Lila P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dom G
These guys shld go mainstream, if they want to :)
Dom G
@MissxxCutiePie this is the first comment on the first comment in the video :p lol