The Reason

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About The Reason

"The Reason" is a song by American rock band Hoobastank, released on April 2004 as the second single from their second studio album of the same name. The song is Hoobastank's most commercially successful single, peaking at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 behind Usher's "Burn" and number one on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart, and was nominated for Song of the Year at the 47th Grammy Awards in 2005. Internationally, "The Reason" reached number one in Italy and peaked within the top 10 in 10 other countries.  


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I'm not a perfect person
There's many things I wish I didn't do
But I continue learning
I never meant to do those things to you
And so I have to say before I go
That I just want you to know

I've found a reason for me
To change who I used to be
A reason to start over new
And the reason is you

I'm sorry that I hurt you
It's something I must live with everyday
And all the pain I put you through
I wish that I could take it all away
And be the one who catches all your tears
That's why I need you to hear

I've found a reason for me
To change who I used to be
A reason to start over new
And the reason is you

And the reason is you
And the reason is you
And the reason is you

I'm not a perfect person
I never meant to do those things to you
And so I have to say before I go
That I just want you to know

I've found a reason for me
To change who I used to be
A reason to start over new
And the reason is you

I've found a reason to show
A side of me you didn't know
A reason for all that I do
And the reason is you

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Hoobastank

Hoobastank (often stylized as h∞bastank) is an American rock band, best known for their hit "The Reason". They formed in 1994 in Agoura Hills, California, with singer Doug Robb, guitarist Dan Estrin, drummer Chris Hesse, and original bassist Markku Lappalainen. They were signed to Island Records from 2001 to 2012 and have released five albums and one extended play to date. Their fifth studio album, Fight or Flight, was released on September 11, 2012. They have sold 10 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: Chris Light Hesse, Daniel B. Estrin, Douglas Sean Robb, Markku J. Lappalainen

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

General Information
"The Reason" is a power ballad by American rock band Hoobastank. It is the second single from their second studio album, also named "The Reason".
Chart Success
"The Reason" peaked at number two on Billboard Hot 100, making it Hoobastank's most popular and successful song. It also topped the Modern Rock Tracks chart for 21 weeks.
Grammy Nomination
The song received a Grammy nomination in 2005 for "Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals".
International Success
Not only in the United States, but the song also charted highly worldwide, reaching number one in several countries including Canada, India and Poland.
Song Structure
The song is composed in the key of C major and is set in time signature of common time with a tempo of 88 beats per minute.
Song Theme
"The Reason" is about making amends and seeking forgiveness. According to the songwriter, it was about a personal experience, making it more relatable to the audience.
Music Video Popularity
The narrative music video for "The Reason" had as much popularity as the song itself, featuring the band members plotting and executing a sophisticated theft at a mysterious lab facility.
Longevity
Despite being released in 2004, "The Reason" continues to be a staple on various rock radio channels and has amassed hundreds of millions of views on YouTube.
Cover Versions
Due to its popularity, the song has been famously covered by various artists of different genres, showcasing its broad appeal.
Soundtrack Appearance
"The Reason" has been included in the soundtracks of several films, television shows and video games, further demonstrating its long-lasting popularity.
Album Success
Largely due to the success of "The Reason", the album of the same name became Hoobastank's biggest selling album, achieving platinum status.

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