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.
Under The Sun
Lawson Lyrics
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I don't know where to begin
Just follow me, I'll lead the way
Lets crash on the beach while we stop but the sea
We can throw ourselves into the waves
Lets get the wine flowing, fire burning
We'll keep the sun shining, love blinding
We'll keep the heat rising up and we're ready to go
Into the unknown
We don't need astrology
Grab your heart and follow me under the sun
We can move in symmetry
Can you feel the energy under the sun
Deep down on the green I seen things I've never seen
Ain't no one gonna bring her down
We still got the night so lets keep this dream alive
We can take this feeling to the ground
Lets get the wine flowing, fire burning
Lets get those heads turning high and set to blow
We'll keep the sun shining, love blinding
We'll keep the heat rising up and we're ready to go
Into the unknown
We don't need astrology
Grab your heart and follow me under the sun
We can move in symmetry
We can feel the energy under the sun
Ready to go
Into the unknown
We don't need astrology
Grab your heart and follow me under the sun
We can move in symmetry
Can feel the energy under the sun
Under the sun
Under the sun
In the song "Under the Sun", Lawson describes a carefree day spent with a loved one on the beach. The singer addresses his lover, asking them where they have been, and inviting them to follow him along the beach. The couple immerses themselves in nature and the beach, throwing themselves into the waves, enjoying a bonfire, and drinking wine. They are described as keeping the sun shining, love blinding, and heat rising, ready to go into the unknown. Lawson emphasizes that the couple does not need horoscopes to guide them, encouraging them to follow their hearts and feel the energy under the sun.
The song shows how the couple enjoys each other's company and the moment. They do not need anything else except each other's love and the beautiful scenery they are surrounded by. The lyrics also highlight the idea of freedom, adventure, and being in the moment. It is a reminder that sometimes we just need to disconnect from our daily routine, explore the world around us, and enjoy it with the people we love.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey you where you been?
Asking where the person has been.
I don't know where to begin
Expressing confusion about where to start.
Just follow me, I'll lead the way
Proposing to lead the way for the other person.
Lets crash on the beach while we stop but the sea
Suggesting to go to the beach to relax.
We can throw ourselves into the waves
Proposing to fully immerse in the experience.
Lets get the wine flowing, fire burning
Proposing to have a good time while drinking wine and lighting a fire.
Lets get those heads turning high and set to blow
Encouraging excitement and having a good time.
We'll keep the sun shining, love blinding
Proposing to embrace the sun and the intensity of love.
We'll keep the heat rising up and we're ready to go
Encouraging energy and enthusiasm to have a good time.
Into the unknown
Embracing uncertainty and the thrill of new experiences.
We don't need astrology
Suggesting that we don't need to rely on astrology to determine our path.
Grab your heart and follow me under the sun
Encouraging the other person to trust their heart and follow.
We can move in symmetry
Suggesting harmony and unity in our actions.
Can you feel the energy under the sun
Inviting the other person to feel the energy and embrace the experience.
Deep down on the green I seen things I've never seen
Reflecting on new experiences and learning from them.
Ain't no one gonna bring her down
Declaring that the person (or experience) won't be defeated.
We still got the night so lets keep this dream alive
Emphasizing the fleeting nature of the experience and suggesting to make the most of it.
We can take this feeling to the ground
Suggesting to fully embrace and ground ourselves in this experience.
Ready to go
Expressing eagerness to start the experience.
Under the sun
Emphasizing the importance and impact of this experience under the sun.
Writer(s): Ki Fitzgerald, Mark Blackwell, Andrew Christopher Brown
Contributed by Christopher G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@juliatamara2624
Lawson deserves more recognition tbh
@orlyb1310
WHY ARE ALL OF YOUR SONGS SO GOOD?
@megan-815
Because they are Lawson and they are just amazing. ;)
@DzulKhilfi
+Megan N LAWESOME?
@megan-815
+Alpha Pyroz Yeah! 🙌🏼
@edwardmatthews8374
I saw them live supporting Robbie Williams and this song is even better live!
@Alex-eb7ov
this need more views
@Sugs750
Lawson the best band of its time
@sauparnamanna2968
i miss them soooo much
@TheXxxxxxx63
they still haven't disappointed me...their every song is just amazing!! they deserve to be more popular