Influenced by the likes of Elliott Smith, Nick Drake, Paul McCartney, Todd Rundgren, and Jeff Buckley, Hexum is accomplished on both guitar and saxophone, and has a way with words and with melodies that draw generously from those influences while maintaining his own unique voice.
Hexum’s debut, The Story So Far, was released in 2004 on What Have You Records, the imprint of brother Nick Hexum’s (311) label. The Story So Far was produced by the award-winning knob-twirler Don Gehman (R.E.M., Bruce Hornsby, John Mellencamp, Pat Green). Hexum also did a soft launch of an EP, Realistic Fantasy, in late 2005, currently available at live shows and through his website. In early 2006, “How Many Times,” from Hexum’s full-length release, caught the attention of music execs at Apple, who made it the iTunes Single of the Week.
Still in his mid-20s, Zack Hexum graduated from the University of North Texas in 2000, where he studied jazz and performed with the top student big band on campus, One ‘O Clock Lab. He then moved to New York City to study saxophone with David Liebman (Miles Davis), and lived there for two years before moving to Los Angeles. In addition to performing with Liebman in New York, Hexum has recently played saxophone for Michael Bublé and Dredg.
But while Hexum’s mounting musical exploits have helped to broaden his horizons and industry network, he is first and foremost a gifted singer and songwriter. Having toured with both 311 and Tears for Fears, Hexum is planning an 8-10 week nationwide spring tour in 2006 before heading back into the studio again. He has also put together a residency at Hotel Café in Los Angeles called the “Zack Hexum Couples Skate,” where he pairs himself with another emerging artist every Tuesday.
Never one to tire, Hexum sees himself continuing to make music for several years.
“I've got a lot of different irons in the fire these days,” he says. “But I'm hoping to grow artistically, have a savings account and to become a slightly less obscure household name.”
Those who hear Zack Hexum’s music will agree that those goals are already within reach.
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Brian Allen (Tour Management)
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How many times
Zack Hexum Lyrics
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So many things that I want are coming my way
these crushes abound but they only will stay for a day
So how many times will I fall in love this way
and in my life I know
there's just been one for me
someday life will show
where my next true love will be
How many times before I fall in love for real
Maybe this one cause this one makes my head like a wheel
and when is this love that will make me completely be me
What makes these hazy hills hold so much mystery?
I'll look for you to break my heart if that will make me feel
No more girls to play a part, I search for something real
and in my life I know
there's just been one for me
someday life will show
where my next love will be
where my next true love will be
How many times will I fall in love today
The song "How Many Times" by Zack Hexum is a contemplative piece about the elusiveness of true love. In the lyrics, the singer expresses frustration with the transience of his crushes, which come and go quickly. He ponders how many times he will fall in love in this superficial way, and wonders when he will find a love that is real and lasting. The chorus gives voice to his desire for this kind of love, acknowledging that he has experienced it before but is uncertain where or when he will find it again.
The themes of longing, uncertainty, and hope in "How Many Times" are conveyed in a gentle, melodic tone that matches the reflective mood of the lyrics. The verses are punctuated by a catchy, upbeat refrain that emphasizes the songwriter's determination to keep searching for love, despite the disappointment and ambiguity that come with it.
Overall, "How Many Times" is a thoughtful meditation on the nature of love, and the uncertainty and challenge that come with seeking it. The song captures the mixture of emotions that arise when one longs for something deeply, and is willing to endure the challenges that come with the search for true connection.
Line by Line Meaning
How many times will I fall in love today
I have many crushes, but they only seem to last a day. How many times will I experience shallow infatuation?
So many things that I want are coming my way
My life is filled with many opportunities and material possessions, but I still long for love.
These crushes abound but they only will stay for a day
My crushes come and go quickly, leaving no deep, lasting emotions.
So how many times will I fall in love this way
How many times will I experience these shallow crushes, without finding true love?
And in my life I know, there's just been one for me
I've only truly fallen in love one time in my life.
Someday life will show where my next love will be
I believe that love will come to me when the time is right, and I have faith that it will happen.
Where my next true love will be
I long for the day when I will find my next true love.
How many times before I fall in love for real
I desire to find true love, and wonder how many times I will experience infatuation before I find it.
Maybe this one cause this one makes my head like a wheel
I'm hopeful that my current crush could be the real deal, as they make me feel dizzy and head-over-heels in love.
And when is this love that will make me completely be me
I long for a love that accepts me for who I am and allows me to always be myself.
What makes these hazy hills hold so much mystery?
I'm curious about what the future holds, and why it seems so uncertain and mysterious.
I'll look for you to break my heart if that will make me feel
I'm willing to risk heartbreak in search of love, as the pain of loss is preferable to the emptiness of not experiencing love at all.
No more girls to play a part, I search for something real
I'm tired of shallow relationships, and I'm seeking something deeper and more meaningful.
Contributed by Charlie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.