Great Divide
Hanson
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The earth is shaking under siege And every breath we'll meet is fate Still we hunger for a moment of freedom Even though the hour is late I find hope and it gives me rest I find hope in a beating chest I find hope in what eyes don't see I find hope in your hate for me Have no fear when the waters rise We can conquer this great divide When every eye is one the fortune It can only breed contempt They say blood is thicker than oceans Still we box our brothers in I find hope and it gives me rest I find hope in a beating chest I find hope in what eyes don't see I find hope in your hate for me Have no fear when the waters rise We can conquer this great divide Whoa, ooo, ooo, ooo ooo Whoa, ooo, ooo, ooo ooo Whoa, ooo, ooo, ooo ooo And we're gone And we're gone And we're, holding on And we're, holding on And we're, holding on I find hope and it gives me rest I find hope in a beating chest I find hope in what eyes don't see I find hope in your hate for me Have no fear when the waters rise We can conquer this great divide Whoa, ooo, ooo, ooo ooo Whoa, ooo, ooo, ooo ooo Whoa, ooo, ooo, ooo ooo
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Written by: ISAAC HANSON, TAYLOR HANSON, ZAC HANSON, ZACHARY WALKER HANSON
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9 facts about this song
Release"Great Divide" is a song released by the American band Hanson, best known for their hit single "MMMBop." The song was released in 2007 as a single from the album "The Walk."
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CharityThe song was released to raise funds for providing medicines to HIV/AIDS sufferers in Africa. All proceeds from the sales were donated to the cause, making it a charitably significant feat in Hanson's career.
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Recording LocationsThe song was recorded in various locations, including a school in Soweto, South Africa. This was in line with the band's effort to create a global awareness of the HIV/AIDS issue in Africa.
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African InfluenceThe song incorporates elements of traditional African music, which is evident in the choir of African children that can be heard in the song. This was intentional as the band wanted to pay homage to the continent and the people they're trying to help.
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Positive MessageThe song emphasizes unity, love, and overcoming obstacles together, which is encapsulated in the lyrics, "I find hope and it gives me rest / I find hope in a beating chest / I find hope in what eyes don't see / I find hope in your hate for me / Have no fear when the waters rise / We can conquer this great divide."
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Music VideoThe music video features members of the band and scenes from their trips to hospitals in Africa. There are many shots showcasing the reality of life in Africa, aimed at raising awareness about the struggles faced by people living with HIV/AIDS.
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ReceptionDespite not charting highly, "Great Divide" was praised for its maturity and the band's dedication to raising awareness and funds for HIV/AIDS relief in Africa.
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Creative ApproachThe Hanson brothers wrote and produced the song, demonstrating their artistic growth since their debut.
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Song DownloadUpon its release, the song was made available for download, with the net proceeds directed towards the "Perinatal HIV Research Unit" at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in Soweto, South Africa.
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