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.
Let Go
Lawson Lyrics
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Don't always find the words to say
For all this searching you're the best thing that I've found
I'll be hoping you stay
Before you let me throw this all away
Before you let me say all the stupid things I'll say
Love you more than love could ever know
I may fuck things up from time to time, but
Don't let me let you go
Don't let me let you go
I may get jealous and a little insecure
I may get drunk and let love bleed
But it's hard to believe that beauty like yours
Could fall for something like me
Take these arms and let them hold you tight
Love you more than love could ever know
I may fuck things up from time to time, but
Don't let me let you go
Don't let me let you go
I'll do my best to learn from these mistakes
I may fail but I will always try
I will tell you every single day I can
I'll stay right by your side
Staying right by your side
Take these arms and let them hold you tight
Love you more than love could ever know
I may fuck things up from time to time, but
Don't let me let you go
Take these arms and let them hold you tight
Love you more than love could ever know
I may fuck things up from time to time, but
Don't let me let you go, no
Don't let me let you go
Don't ever let me let you go
In the song Let Go by Lawson, the singer talks about his insecurities that could cause him to lose his significant other. He admits that he is not perfect and he often makes mistakes that could let the other person down. However, he is aware that his partner is the best thing that has ever happened to him and he wants them to stay. The singer begs the other person not to let him say or do anything stupid that could ruin their relationship. He also expresses how he feels insecure at times, but cannot believe that someone as beautiful as his partner would fall for someone like him. Despite his faults, he promises to learn from his mistakes and stay committed to the relationship. The overall message of the song is about not giving up on love, even when faced with insecurities and imperfections.
Line by Line Meaning
I know I make mistakes and I can let you down
I acknowledge that I am not perfect and may disappoint you
Don't always find the words to say
I may struggle to express my feelings and thoughts
For all this searching you're the best thing that I've found
After exploring my options, I realize that you are the best choice
I'll be hoping you stay
I want you to remain in my life
Before you let me throw this all away
Please stop me from ruining our relationship
Before you let me say all the stupid things I'll say
Prevent me from saying anything that may harm us
Take these arms and let them hold you tight
I want to embrace you and make you feel safe
Love you more than love could ever know
My affection for you is limitless
I may fuck things up from time to time, but
I may make mistakes, but
Don't let me let you go
Please don't let me lose you
I may get jealous and a little insecure
I may feel envious and doubt myself sometimes
I may get drunk and let love bleed
My judgement when under the influence may not be the best
But it's hard to believe that beauty like yours
It is difficult for me to fathom that someone as wonderful as you could be interested in me
Could fall for something like me
Could have feelings for someone like me
I'll do my best to learn from these mistakes
I promise to try and improve myself based on the things I've done wrong
I may fail but I will always try
Even if I don't succeed, I will keep putting in effort
I will tell you every single day I can
I will make sure to communicate my love for you consistently
I'll stay right by your side
I will support you and be there for you
Don't let me let you go
Please don't let me lose you
Don't let me let you go, no
Make sure I don't let you slip away
Don't ever let me let you go
Please always remind me to hold onto you
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BDI Music Limited
Written by: AMY WADGE, JAMIE LAWSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sara Mariano
This band is just... Amazing...The World needs to have more bands like them. But..This is the reason that it makes them unique ♥
Ging Potter
Love them more everyday!!!!
noussou sky
nice songs... love this band... ;-)
Sammy T
I BREAKDOWN INSIDE EACH TIME I LISTEN TO THIS </3
Karen J
this should be in the album..
anna Lu
Great !!! I like your song ^___^^ Lawson
Nicha Real
really like them !!! un crack !!!!
LocalTVGlasgow
Never letting you guys go. Am I missing something What crazy woman would ever let these guys go anywhere. I'd walk over hot coals for one of Andy's smile's. Lovely Lovely young men , had the pleasure of meeting them in Glasgow and I'm still quivering inside xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Patramai Saibut
really just like this song!!
Frederika
Thank you for uploading :)