Half As Bad As You
Hanson · Other Songs - Hanson
You know that I want you
You know that I need you too
When you look at me I hope you believe
That what I say is true
So I'm gonna show ya
The feelings I have for you
But you need to know I have no control
Of the things you make me do
Well I know you don't understand
Would you please just give me your hand
(Hand, hand, hand, hand...)
I don't know how much more I can take (more I can take)
I'm stuck in a dream and I don't want to wake (don't want to wake)
Is this real or is this a mistake?
I know one thing this is true
I couldn't want anyone half as bad as you
You say that you want me
You say that you need me too
But you can't mean the words you say
The way I know I do
I said that I love you
I tell them you're mine
They just turn and walk away
It happens all the time
But I know they don't understand
Would you please just give me your hand
(Hand, hand, hand, hand...)
I don't know how much more I can take (more I can take)
Stuck in a dream and I don't want to wake (don't want to wake)
This is real and it ain't no mistake
I know one thing this is true
I couldn't want anyone half as bad as you
I hope these words get your attention
Sometimes I get carried away
With what I say is it okay-ay-ay-ayy?
I don't know how much more I can take
Stuck in a dream and I don't want to wake
'Cause this is real and it's not a mistake
I know one thing this is true
You love me and I love you
I couldn't want anyone half as bad as you
Half As Bad As You
Released by Hanson in 1997, "Half As Bad As You" stands as a defining track of the mid-90s boy band era, blending pop sensibilities with the group's signature acoustic guitar-driven sound. The song exemplifies the band's ability to craft anthemic melodies that resonated deeply with audiences, often serving as a bridge between their earlier pop-rock roots and the polished production of their later work. As part of their broader discography, the recording captures the youthful energy and melodic sophistication that characterized Hanson's peak popularity during the late 1990s. Its enduring appeal lies in its catchy hook and the emotional vulnerability expressed in the lyrics, making it a staple for fans of the genre and a frequent choice for radio rotation during that specific musical period.