The band's second album, ...Somewhere More Familiar was released in 1997 and sold approximately 30,000 copies through its initial pressing, prompting Universal Records to sign the band. Universal re-released ...Somewhere More Familiar in late 1997. A single from the album, "All For You" hit #11 on the Billboard Hot 100 and remains the band's most successful single.
The band's third album Fortress was released in 2000 by Universal. The band worked with producers Mike Clink (Guns N' Roses, Mötley Crüe, Heart), Richie Zito (Cheap Trick), and Paul Ebersold (3 Doors Down). The album featured minor pop hits "Champagne High" and "Change Your Mind."
In 2003, after the band split from Universal, it released its fourth studio album, Chasing Daylight, on the Sixthman label and toured throughout the year to promote the album. The band's internet presence emerged during this time period, and hardcore fans dubbing themselves "Hazelnuts" studied setlists, shared bootleg concert recordings, and initiated a promotion scheme with the band through their official website. 2003 also saw the simultaneous release of Live*LIVE, a two-disc live album, and A Life in the Day, a live DVD.
In 2004, Sister Hazel released its next studio album Lift. Songs from Lift were re-recorded for 2005's Lift: Acoustic Renditions, an EP of studio acoustic takes on five of the songs, offered exclusively through Apple's iTunes Store. In July 2005, the Sister Hazel album was re-issued again by Sixthman, in response to claims that the album had become difficult to find in stores.
Sister Hazel then promoted its album, Absolutely, which was released on October 10, 2006. The band also continued to tour and hold annual fan gathering events, The Rock Boat and The Rock Slope. Absolutely is the band's highest charting album on the Billboard charts following Fortress and it received 4 out of a possible 5 stars from Allmusic, a tie with Fortress's score.
On June 5, 2007, Sister Hazel released a "hybrid" album entitled BAM! Volume 1. It contains B-sides from the Absolutely recording sessions and some from previous albums.
Sister Hazel also released a holiday album called Santa's Playlist on September 25, 2007.
On February 9, 2008, Sister Hazel performed a live concert at Daytona International Speedway for the Budweiser Shootout.
Sister Hazel released a live acoustic album on June 17, 2008 entitled Before The Amplifiers, Live Acoustic on Croakin' Poets/Rock Ridge Music. The record features sixteen tracks, including the band's hits, fan favorites, and live concert staples, all in a stripped-down, acoustic format. The album was recorded on January 12 at Nickel & Dime Studios in Atlanta (other bands who have recorded there in the past include Indigo Girls, The B-52's, Shawn Mullins) in front of 100 lucky fans who were chosen at random from more than five thousand entries.
At the July 18, 2008 concert at Wolf Trap Farm Park, drummer Mark Trojanowski took paternity leave for his newborn child. Former Vertical Horizon and current Doobie Brothers drummer Ed Toth played in his place.
On July 9, 2009 Ford Motor Company announced a collaboration with Sister Hazel to promote the company's new Sync Technology, which is available on a number of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. The band has been chosen to be the face of the company's "Sync My Ride" website.
The band released its seventh studio album of original songs (tenth album overall) on August 18, 2009. The album, entitled "Release", contains 12 tracks and is on the Rock Ridge Music label. On the day of release, "Release" was the number one album on iTunes.
On October 12th, 2010, Sister Hazel released their 8th studio album, "Heartland Highway", which is unique among SH albums in that all band members wrote at least one song that appears on the album.
Sister Hazel Williams was an African-American woman who ran Sister Hazel's Rescue Mission in Gainesville, FL. during the 1970s and early '80s. This facility gave those who were down on their luck a safe place to stay warm, eat and regroup, regardless of age, race or beliefs. It is in this spirit of unconditional concern for all beings that the band chose to use her name.
The band has had music featured in several movies and soundtracks including Major League: Back to the Minors, The Wedding Planner, Clay Pigeons, Bedazzled, American Wedding, and 10 Things I Hate About You. Sister Hazel also appear on the Fleetwood Mac tribute album, Legacy: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac's Rumours with their cover version of "Gold Dust Woman". In 1999, they recorded a cover of "September Gurls" for the Big Star tribute album, Big Star, Small World. However, the track was not included when the album was released in 2006. The song "Where Do You Go" was featured on Scrubs (Season 6, Episode 4, "My House").
Band members
Ken Block - lead vocals, acoustic guitar
Jett Beres - bass, harmony vocals
Andrew Copeland - rhythm guitar, vocals
Ryan Newell - lead and slide guitar, harmony vocals
Mark Trojanowski - drums
Give In
Sister Hazel Lyrics
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I've been wrung in and out.
You say, you want, you need, it your way.
You kick and scream and shout.
You twist my words
To ease your mind
Don't stand there smiling, at me
When it's always you, it's always you
Give in, give out, give up, it's over.
Why even bother if I'm always wrong.
Give in, give out, give up, it's over.
So much for trying it's time to move on.
You try, to back, me in, a corner.
So sick of playin' your game.
Too much, too hard, to take, You're giving.
So much that I don't need.
You twist my words
To ease your mind
Don't stand there smiling, at me
Don't think it's me
When it's always you, it's always you
Give in, give out, give up, it's over.
Why even bother if I'm always wrong.
Give in, give out, give up, it's over.
So much for trying it's time to move on.
Your mind, my heart, our words, they drain me.
I've heard the same old lines
I'm tired, worn out, so weak, don't push me.
Don't try it one more time.
Give in, give out, give up, it's over.
Why even bother if I'm always wrong.
Give in, give out, give up, it's over.
So much for trying it's time to move on.
Give in, give out, give up, it's over.
Why even bother if I'm always wrong.
Give in, give out, give up, it's over.
So much for trying it's time to move on.
The song "Give In" by Sister Hazel is a powerful anthem about a dysfunctional relationship that is clearly one-sided. The lyrics suggest that the singer is constantly being manipulated and controlled by their partner, who twists their words and throws tantrums to get their way. The singer is exhausted by this constant power struggle and is finally realizing that it's time to move on from this toxic relationship.
The chorus repeats the phrases "give in, give out, give up, it's over," emphasizing the singer's frustration with always being the one to compromise and the realization that the relationship is no longer worth fighting for. The bridge of the song highlights the draining effect that this relationship has had on the singer, both emotionally and physically, and that they are at their breaking point.
Overall, the lyrics of "Give In" are relatable to anyone who has been in a relationship where they feel like they are constantly giving and not receiving, and eventually come to the realization that it's time to move on. The song's upbeat tempo and rock-influenced sound make it a great anthem for those looking to shake off the negative energy of a toxic relationship and move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
It's wrong, not right so bad you know it.
The situation is not good or healthy and it has been acknowledged by both parties.
I've been wrung in and out.
I have been put through a lot of emotional turmoil.
You say, you want, you need, it your way.
You demand things to be done the way you want and need, without any consideration for my needs or wants.
You kick and scream and shout.
You resort to extreme behavior and tantrums when things don't go your way.
You twist my words
To ease your mind
You distort my words to feel better about yourself or to prove your point.
Don't stand there smiling, at me
Don't pretend like everything is okay and that you're not at fault.
Don't think it's me
When it's always you, it's always you
Don't blame me for the problem when it's always caused by your behavior.
Give in, give out, give up, it's over.
Why even bother if I'm always wrong.
So much for trying it's time to move on.
I am exhausted from trying to make this work when you refuse to change your behavior. It's time to end it and move on.
You try, to back, me in, a corner.
You attempt to manipulate or pressure me into doing what you want by limiting my choices.
So sick of playin' your game.
I am tired of being part of your manipulative or unhealthy behavior.
Too much, too hard, to take, You're giving.
You are demanding too much and giving too little in return.
So much that I don't need.
You give me things I don't want or need, instead of respecting my boundaries.
Your mind, my heart, our words, they drain me.
Your mindset, my emotions, and our communication are exhausting me.
I've heard the same old lines
Your behavior never changes and you keep repeating the same unhealthy patterns.
I'm tired, worn out, so weak, don't push me.
I am emotionally and mentally exhausted and cannot take any more of this.
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: KEN BLOCK, JEFF BERES, ANDREW COPELAND, RYAN CARTER NEWELL, MARK E. TROJANOWSKI, PAUL EBERSOLD, WILLIAM MARVIN SMITH
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