Hands
Jewel
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If I could tell the world just one thing It would be that we're all ok And not to worry because worry is wasteful And useless in times like these I will not be made useless I won't be idled with despair I will gather myself around my faith For light does the darkness most fear My hands are small, I know, But they're not yours they are my own But they're not yours they are my own And I am never broken Poverty stole your golden shoes But it didn't steal your laughter And heartache came to visit me But i knew it wasn't ever after We will fight, not out of spite For someone must stand up for what's right Cause where there's a man who has no voice There ours shall go singing My hands are small, I know, But they're not yours they are my own But they're not yours they are my own And I am never broken In the end only kindness matters In the end only kindness matters I will get down on my knees and I will pray I will get down on my knees and I will pray I will get down on my knees and I will pray My hands are small, I know, But they're not yours they are my own But they're not yours they are my own And I am never broken My hands are small, i know, But they're not yours they are my own But they're not yours they are my own And I am never broken We are never broken We are God's eyes God's hands God's mind We are God's eyes God's hands God's heart We are God's eyes God's hands God's eyes God's hands We are God's hands God's hands We are God's hands
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Written by: Jewel Kilcher, Patrick Leonard
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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16 facts about this song
Release Date"Hands" by Jewel was officially released on November 17, 1998.
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AlbumThe song is from Jewel's second studio album, "Spirit."
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and stayed on the chart for an impressive twenty-five weeks.
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GenreThis song is classified under Pop and Folk-pop genres.
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SongwriterJewel Kilcher, aka. Jewel herself, wrote the lyrics of the song with American songwriter, poet, and best-selling author, Patrick Leonard.
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ImpactThe song "Hands" became an anthem for altruism and compassion, featuring lyrics that focus on personal strength and faith.
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Grammy Nomination"Hands" was nominated for the 'Best Female Pop Vocal Performance' at the 2000 Grammy Awards.
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Music VideoThe music video was directed by Mark Seliger and Fred Woodward, featuring Jewel helping others in need.
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Charity WorkThe song reflects Jewel's passion for charity. She used the proceeds from the single to start the Higher Ground for Humanity Foundation.
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Rerelease"Hands" was re-recorded in 2008 and was included in Jewel's first greatest hits album, "Greatest Hits."
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Live PerformancesJewel regularly performs this song in her live concerts, and it remains one of her most requested tracks.
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Global recognitionThe song has been enjoyed by fans around the world and has resonated with a broad audience due to its message of personal resilience.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by many artists, demonstrating its continued popularity and timeless appeal.
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Heartfelt LyricsThe lyrics of "Hands" embrace the struggle of human life and act as an empowering anthem, promising that people have an inherent strength they can draw upon when faced with a crisis.
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Lasting LegacyMore than twenty years after its release, "Hands" remains one of Jewel's most successful and best-loved songs.
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InfluenceThe popularity of "Hands" aided the success of her second studio album "Spirit," which peaked at No.3 on the Billboard 200.
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