The band was formed in late 2009 and was earlier known as "The Groves" but they later changed their name to "Lawson" when Dr. David Lawson performed a life-saving brain surgery on the lead singer Andy Brown. Lawson began recording material in early 2010. Acoustic versions of their early original material as well as covers of artists such as Bruno Mars and Adele built up an online fanbase. They soon began playing gigs around the United Kingdom, including the Wireless Festival and the Ultrasound Festival.
On 8 September 2011, it was announced that the band had been signed to Polydor Records, with a lucrative two-album deal on the cards. After signing to a major label, Lawson were tasked with opening for acts such as The Wanted, Will Young, Avril Lavigne, and Jessie J. The band toured extensively at the beginning of 2012, fitting in a headline tour of the UK in January and another in May as well as a one-off intimate show at Monto Water Rats in London which was streamed worldwide in April. During this time the band worked on material for their debut album with writers and producers such as Carl Falk and John Shanks.
The band's first official single "When She Was Mine", was released in May 2012 and reached number four on the UK Singles Chart. Following the single release, the band undertook their second headline tour, selling out venues in London, Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds, Nottingham, Sheffield and Birmingham. The band's second single, "Taking Over Me", was released on in August 2012, peaking at number three in the UK. In the summer of 2012, Lawson performed at T in the Park, V Festival and alongside Bruce Springsteen at Hard Rock Calling. They also announced a Hometown Tour, playing dates from October through November in their respective home towns and London, where they reside now. In October 2012, the band released their third official single, "Standing in the Dark", which reached number six in the UK. The band later revealed that their debut album, Chapman Square, would be released on 22 October. Guitarist Joel Peat said of the album: "We're all so excited to release our debut album, we've been building up to it for the past four years, and the album's title for us is special, because it is the first place that we played together as a band. Going out on tour to support the album is amazing too. Doing shows in our home towns feels like the perfect way to celebrate. Performing live is what we love the most, so to be able to play our biggest venues to date in the cities where we grew up is very special." Lawson cited many inspirations for their debut album, including John Mayer and Taylor Swift. On 22 October 2012, Lawson released Chapman Square, peaking at number four in the UK Albums Chart. The album was later certified gold. The band finished the year performing at the Oxford Street Christmas Lights switch on with Robbie Williams and at the Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball where their performance was watched by Taylor Swift.
At the beginning of 2013, Lawson played their first headline shows in the US and Canada selling out New York's Bowery Ballroom, The Troubadour in LA and The Mod Club in Canada. In February, they embarked on the Chapman Square tour, playing 18 sold out shows in the UK and Ireland. While working on new tracks for the repack of Chapman Square they visited South East Asia and Australia as well as announcing numerous festival dates including T in the Park, V Festival and Hard Rock Calling for the second year running and Isle of Wight Festival for the first time.
"Brokenhearted", featuring American rapper B.o.B, was released as the lead single from the repackaged version of Chapman Square in July 2013, reaching number six in the UK. B.o.B flew over to the UK to perform Brokenhearted with the band at Wembley Stadium for the Capital FM Summertime Ball. The band announced their second single, "Juliet", while on tour in the US for the second time in 2013. The track was released on 13 October 2013. British model and actress Kelly Brook stars as the titular character in the video. The band were included in the line-up of the iTunes Festival 2013, opening for Jessie J. Lawson began their biggest headline tour to date, the "Everywhere We Go Tour", in September 2013. The repackaged version of their debut album titled Chapman Square / Chapter II was released on 21 October 2013. The reissue featured all twelve of the songs from standard edition of the Chapman Square (though not the full sixteen of the deluxe edition), plus six new songs. The deluxe edition of Chapter II includes a second disc including acoustic songs and a short tour film.
In 2014, according to the updates at Facebook by Ryan Fletcher, he wrote " Lawson have been in Iceland to do a photo shoot for their new album, and maybe to film a video... More news soon!" Currently in December 2014, they are at Nashville, TN, USA doing some records. It is expected that the album to release at early of 2015 and to do a tour soon. The name for the album is still unknown. On 2 February 2015 Lawson announced via Twitter that there first gig (after releasing the new album) would be at live at Leeds on 2 May 2015.
Anybody Out There?
Lawson Lyrics
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It’s cold
And it rains
With the lights on
It’s warm
And I’m brave
Can you feel it?
Can you feel my heart?
Can you feel it?
Can you feel it?
Can you feel my heart?
Oh
Is there anybody out there?
Anybody out here girl?
You save me
You take me home
There’s a fever
In the night
And it rains on me
There’s an answer
In your eyes
And it’s all I need
Can you feel it?
Can you feel it?
Can you feel my heart?
Can you feel it?
Can you feel it?
Can you feel my heart?
Oh
Is there anybody out there?
Anybody out here girl?
You save me
You take me home
Can you feel my pain?
Feel my,
Can you feel my pain?
Feel my...
Yeah
Is there anybody out there?
Anybody out here girl?
You save me
You take my home
Oh
Is there anybody out there?
Anybody out here girl?
Will you save me?
Will you take me home?
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
The song "Anybody Out There" by Lawson is an emotional and heartfelt track that revolves around the theme of being alone and searching for love and companionship. The lyrics of this song mainly focus on the feelings of the singer, who is experiencing loneliness and desperation. He is longing for someone who can understand his feelings and save him from the despair he is feeling.
The opening lines of the song, "When the night comes, It’s cold, And it rains,” set the sad and somber tone of the song. The singer is in a dark place, and the night only amplifies his emotions. But when the lights are on, he feels warmer and braver. This suggests that he needs the light and the warmth that another person can bring into his life. He then asks repeatedly if his potential partner can feel his heart and pain, emphasizing the depth of his feelings.
The chorus of the song, "Is there anybody out there? Anybody out here girl? You save me. You take me home," communicates the singer's need for someone to rescue him from his loneliness and bring him back to a place where he feels safe and secure again. The bridge leads to the ultimate question of whether anyone will save him or take him home, highlighting the depths of his desperation and yearning for companionship.
Overall, the lyrics of "Anybody Out There" evoke a sense of vulnerability and emotional depth, which are typical of Lawson's style. The song is a poignant reminder of the importance of human connection in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
When the night comes
The arrival of night brings unpleasantness and discomfort.
It’s cold
The temperature drops with the onset of night, making it chilly.
And it rains
The weather turns bad as it starts raining.
With the lights on
Illumination creates a warm and friendly environment.
It’s warm
The ambiance becomes cozy and pleasant on lighting up the place.
And I’m brave
The increased brightness and warmth instills confidence in me.
Can you feel it?
Asking if the other person can sense or perceive the feeling.
Can you feel it?
The question is reiterated for emphasis.
Can you feel my heart?
Asking if the other person can comprehend the intensity of feelings in my heart.
Can you feel it?
Repeating the same question to ascertain the other person's response.
Can you feel it?
Asking once again for confirmation.
Can you feel my heart?
Raising the question again to convey the earnest desire for understanding.
Oh
A verbalization of an emotional sigh.
Is there anybody out there?
Seeking to know if there is someone who can hear me out.
Anybody out here girl?
Rephrasing the question to make it more personal and relatable.
You save me
Stating the intended purpose of seeking someone's supportive presence.
You take me home
Asking for the other person's companionship to provide comfort and safety.
There’s a fever
A feeling of high emotional intensity or excitement.
In the night
The nighttime is conducive to experiencing fever-like sensations.
And it rains on me
The feverish feeling intensifies, compounded by the disheartening weather.
There’s an answer
Referring to the solution to the problem faced earlier.
In your eyes
The other person's expression or demeanor potentially offers a way out of the suffering.
And it’s all I need
The answer in the other person's eyes is enough to help me overcome the despair.
Can you feel my pain?
Asking if the other person can empathize with my suffering.
Feel my,
Exhorting the other person to experience the pain by attempting to understand and relate to it.
Can you feel my pain?
Repeating the previous question to reiterate the importance of empathy.
Feel my...
Encouraging the other person to delve deeper into understanding my pain.
Yeah
An exclamation expressing agreement or confirmation.
Is there anybody out there?
Asking the same question again.
Anybody out here girl?
Stating the query again with a slightly different tone.
You save me
Reiterating the motive of seeking the other person's company.
You take my home
Requesting again for the other person to provide comfort and safety.
Oh
An expression of mild anguish or despair.
Is there anybody out there?
Asking the same question once more.
Anybody out here girl?
Using the same question yet again in the hope of receiving a comforting response.
Will you save me?
Asking the other person to rescue me from my troubles.
Will you take me home?
Requesting the other person to provide a sense of warmth and security.
Oh, oh, oh
An emotive expression conveying a sense of agony, desperation, or longing.
Contributed by Liam C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.