Hail, Hail
Pearl Jam
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Ah, is there room for both of us? Both of us apart? Are we bound out of obligation? Is that all we've got? I get the words, and then I get to thinkin' I don't wanna think, I wanna feel And how do I feel? And how do I If you're the only one, will I never be enough? Hail, hail the lucky ones, I refer to those in love Swore I'd love you till the day I die, and beyond.. Are we going to the same place? if so, can I come? It's egg rolling thick and heavy All the past you carry Oh, I could be new, you underestimate me If you're the only one, will I never be enough? Hail, hail the lucky ones, I refer to those in love I sometimes realize I could only be as good as you'll let me Are you woman enough to be my man? Bandaged hand in hand I find it on the run in a race that can't be won All hail the lucky ones, I refer to those in love If you're my only one, so could you only one? I want to be your one, enough You won, your one, your hun
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Written by: EDDIE VEDDER, JEFF AMENT, MIKE MCCREADY, STONE GOSSARD
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10 facts about this song
Background"Hail, Hail" is a song by American rock band Pearl Jam. It was released in 1996 as the second single from their fourth studio album, "No Code".
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by all five members of Pearl Jam - Eddie Vedder, Stone Gossard, Jeff Ament, Mike McCready, and Jack Irons. This democratic approach to songwriting is fairly common for the band.
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Song’s MeaningLoudwire interpreted “Hail, Hail” as a rumination on a failing relationship that's being met with apathy. Lyrics like “Are we getting something out of this all-encompassing trip” and “Can you see the plight of the common man?” suggest personal and societal tension.
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PerformanceDespite the complex themes, the song remains a staple in Pearl Jam’s live performances, displaying the band’s energetic style.
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Chart Performance"Hail, Hail" reached number nine on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and number 18 on the Modern Rock Tracks chart.
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Music VideoAn accompanying music video for "Hail, Hail" was directed by Mark Pellington, known for his work on Pearl Jam's "Jeremy".
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Single ReleaseThe song was released as a double A-side single along with "Off He Goes" in many regions including Australia, Europe, and the United Kingdom.
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B-sideB-sides for the "Hail, Hail" single included a cover of The Who's "Baba O'Riley" and a rendition of Dead Boys' "Sonic Reducer".
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Album Success"No Code" peaked at number one on the Billboard 200, and with the success of singles like "Hail, Hail", the album was certified platinum.
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Pop Culture Reference"Hail, Hail" has been fully played live 141 times and partially played in four others among all Pearl Jam band's shows, demonstrating its lasting impact and popularity among fans.
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