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
Wanted It To Be
Sister Hazel Lyrics
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It's your world
And I was just someone in it
I never wanted to be your problem
And it's your life
And I just wanted to see you live it
Be the one to help you solve 'em
I wanted I wanted it to be
Never claimed to be no savior
I never claimed to be no saint
I'm just another tool who tried to love you
Saw the ones before me
Then I saw the one who took my place
Took a lot of time just to get on by you.
[Chorus]
[Chorus:Repeat x2]
It's your world
And I was just someone in it
I never wanted to be your problem.
The lyrics to Sister Hazel's song "Wanted It To Be" are about a failed relationship in which the singer is expressing their desire to help their partner solve their problems and live their life to the fullest. The chorus, "It's your world, and I was just someone in it, I never wanted to be your problem," highlights the singer's willingness to be supportive without wanting to be a burden on their partner. They go on to say, "I just wanted to see you live it, be the one to help you solve them," indicating that the singer cared deeply about their partner and wanted to be there for them. However, the line "took a lot of time just to get on by you" suggests that despite their efforts, the relationship did not work out.
Throughout the song, the singer acknowledges that they are not perfect - "Never claimed to be no savior, I never claimed to be no saint" - but they tried their best to love their partner. The line "saw the ones before me, then I saw the one who took my place" suggests that the singer's partner has a pattern of failed relationships, and even though the singer tried their best, they were eventually replaced as well.
Overall, "Wanted It To Be" is a song about love, loss, and the desire to help those we care about. It highlights the fact that even though we may not be able to fix all of our partner's problems or be the ultimate solution, we can still be supportive and caring without adding to their burden.
Line by Line Meaning
It's your world
You have control over your own life and the decisions you make.
And I was just someone in it
I was a small part of your life, not the center of it.
I never wanted to be your problem
I never wanted to cause you any trouble or inconvenience in your life.
And it's your life
You are responsible for your own life and the consequences of your actions.
And I just wanted to see you live it
I just wanted to support you and see you make the most of your life.
Be the one to help you solve 'em
I wanted to be there for you and help you solve any problems or challenges you faced.
I wanted I wanted it to be
I had a strong desire for things to be a certain way between us.
I wanted I wanted it to be yeah yeah
I had a deep longing for a specific outcome in our relationship.
Never claimed to be no savior
I never pretended to be someone who could save you from your problems or make your life perfect.
I never claimed to be no saint
I am not perfect and have made mistakes just like anyone else.
I'm just another tool who tried to love you
I tried my best to show you love and support, even if I wasn't always successful.
Saw the ones before me
I was aware of previous people who have been in your life and may have hurt you.
Then I saw the one who took my place
I eventually saw someone else enter your life and take on the role I had previously held.
Took a lot of time just to get on by you
It was difficult for me to move on from our relationship and the role I had played in your life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDREW COPELAND, JEFF BERES, KEN BLOCK, MARK E. TROJANOWSKI, RYAN CARTER NEWELL
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Kyle Shepherd
It's crazy how after so many years remember this whole album word for word.
Justin Randolph
Incredible song!! Voice, lyrics, sound!!! Everything about is was on point! One of my all time favorites!!
Benjie Duke
The song is 24 years old now. And Sister Hezel to me is like a modern Lynyrd Skynyrd, the one with Ronnie Vanzant .
Julia Feteira
Melhor Album! Saudades!
Robert Phillips
This is what I call real music
Wiley Coyote
Been listening to your music since this album hit back in the day. Still listening to it today. Love this song, my favorite. Keep rocking 😎 Well into the future.
Wiley Coyote
This is what real music touches, the soul of the heart.
Ashley Erickson
great song
Philip Thurman
feeling it
Michael Bishop
good album