Hobo Johnson - Happiness (Official Audio)

New album 'The Fall of Hobo Johnson' out now.
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THE FALL TOUR
Tickets on sale now: www.hobojohnson...
Oct 09 - Seattle, WA at Showbox SoDo
Oct 10 - Vancouver, BC at Vogue Theatre
Oct 11 - Portland, OR at Crystal Ballroom
Oct 13 - San Francisco, CA at The Warfield
Oct 14 - Los Angeles, CA at The Wiltern
Oct 16 - Anaheim, CA at House of Blues
Oct 18 - Las Vegas, NV at House of Blues
Oct 19 - Phoenix, AX at The Van Buren
Oct 21 - Dallas, TX at House of Blues
Oct 22 - San Antonio, TX at The Aztec Theater
Oct 23 - Austin, TX at Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater
Oct 24 - Houston, TX at House of Blues
Nov 02 - Orlando, FL at House of Blues
Nov 03 - Atlanta, GA at Tabernacle
Nov 04 - Charlotte, NC at The Fillmore Charlotte
Nov 06 - Baltimore, MD at Ram’s Head Live
Nov 07 - New York, NY at Playstation Theater
Nov 08 - Philadelphia, PA at The Fillmore
Nov 10 - Sayreville, NJ at Starland Ballroom
Nov 11 - Boston, MA at House of Blues
Nov 13 - Toronto, ON at Danforth Music Hall
Nov 14 - Royal Oak, MI at Royal Oak Music Theatre
Nov 15 - Cleveland, OH at House of Blues
Nov 17 - Cincinnati, OH at Bogart’s
Nov 19 - Indianapolis, IN at Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
Nov 20 - Louisville, KY at Mercury Ballroom
Nov 22 - St. Louis, MO at The Pageant
Nov 23 - Kansas City, MO at The Truman
Nov 24 - Minneapolis, MN at First Avenue
Nov 26 - Denver, CO at Ogden Theatre
Nov 29 - Sacramento, CA at Ace of Spades
Lyrics:
I really hope that you find happiness
And that book you write’s magnificent
And I won’t help but stare at every word
It would burn holes in many mattresses
After I place it down
Read in full
That lovely little book
Titled “I Told You So”
Yeah, you’re Thoreau-ly mad at the world
And yeah it sucks, but this place will never change
I think it will probably get way worse
At best stay the same so
You’ll be fucking world renown
While I’m getting drunk at my house
Thinking about the dumb words I said
When I was a bit too high
Those two pills I took felt very nice
But made me break your lovely little heart
And I said, “Ashley, that’s so fucking dumb
To think that life just hands you some
Book that you barely have to write.
It’s gonna take like fuckin’ four or five
Bad books nobody would ever like
For you to live that wonderful life.”
And she stopped and she cried
That night, but she’s right
She’s going to write that book
That’s gonna make
Me look like a fuckin’ fool
And I know that she’ll find happiness
And her book will be magnificent
And I won’t help but stare at every word
It would burn holes in all these mattresses
After I place it down, read in full
That lovely little book titled “I Told You So”
Yea, you’re Thoreau-ly mad at me
But so what, I’m never gonna change
I’ll probably get way worse, at best, stay the same
So I will sit and I will drink myself
To either sleep or untimely death
Either way, I hope that you don’t cry, ya know
That’s just a part of life
Derek’s father and my father know
Cirrhosis is a tough way to go
So when we drink a lot after our show
Pretending that we’re not even scared at all
Genetics are what make me go to bed
Because there’s something that’s inside my head
That will click and make me drink until I’m dead
And Derek’s dad and my dad are done
So I will sit and I'll think
About this life
And If I even like it
But I know
That I’m
I’m gonna find
A little bit of happiness
It’s either in my house or somewhere else
But I am turning over every stone
And I will search the fuckin’ depths of this
Stupid place, my kids will have to live
In order just to smile a little bit
But you know, I’m Thoreau-ly in love with you
And ya I’m really scared that I may never change
But I’m so fucking done being so afraid
I really hope that you find happiness

[@gracedumais5869]

He sings poetry and it’s the most beautiful thing ever

[@gracedumais5869]

ALEXANDRA KLUKE awe thank you. it’s just so beautiful! poetry is all I can think of when I hear him :)

[@samanthabarr6776]

@@gracedumais5869 you are correct! it most likely started as a poem!!

[@gracedumais5869]

@@samanthabarr6776 I think that’s so cool!

[@michaelbuder13]

Anytime I explain his music to someone I always tell them it's like slam poetry LOL spot-on

[@allibrooklyn5419]

This album is so beautiful. I will definitely be listening to this non stop for a long time :)))

[@luc9226]

Why did you have to have the same name as her and be the first comment .-.

[@danieldye4012]

It’s sad how some people don’t even give him a try because he sounds a little different

[@wltrweed]

Dan da tan man Man so true

[@im4g0d_1]

Actually all his songs sound just about the same. He’s always crying and complaining all monotone.

[@maxrothgaber8574]

iHPL666 and yet he has songs where he’s loud and “yells”. Weird

[@im4g0d_1]

Max Rothgaber that is true, but it’s always yelling about how sad he is.

[@Aaron-xo5zr]

@@maxrothgaber8574 thats his typical song progression... talks then yells then talks

[@sierrad7454]

It's going to take you 4 or 5 shitty books that nobody's ever going to love before you live the one you love. I felt that.

[@jasonfranko8143]

sierra D ha :) she stoped and she cried that night and she’s right she’s gonna right that book that’s gonna make me look likkkkkkkkke a f in g foooooool.

[@audreykim3585]

The piano in the background and everything... the lyrics... the story... thank you for all your music... so so much. The music I listen to as medicine is yours. You did it

[@clarkoriginal]

Seconded 👆👆👆👆

[@fishboi770]

"Think about the dumb words that I said when I was a bit too high..but it made me break your little heart"

[@lesliesocks8363]

Thinking about 3% this song is pretty interesting. The concept is almost identical, except his role is reversed. You wouldn't thinking he'd be the guy to say "Ashley that's so fucking dumb" when he's been subjected to that kind of doubt, firsthand, for so long. But he did it anyways, and he knew, how much he messed up. 3% makes this song make even more sense. Yeah it's natural to wish someone well when they go, but the fact that he understands so well, makes that bittersweet emotion so much clearer.

[@skylerfolkerts9857]

Why is this song making me cry :(( oh god, it’s getting worse 😂 I love this man.

[@Wackaflaka89]

“I’m thoroughly in love with you”

[@Thetimpson]

Thoreauly

[@abdulkamara3316]

@@Thetimpson whoa the lyrics are really thoreau-ly

[@kaosu666]

Thoreau is a poet, writer and philosopher

[@Payasomike916]

The dislikes are from everyone that cried on their phone and went to wipe away their tears. 👁👁

[@yahyawasim1994]

This is obviously a copied and overused comment when there's only two dislikes and you say "everyone"

[@Payasomike916]

I said everyone cuz I figured by the time it got noticed there might be more than just 1. Thanks for commenting though you know good music. 😁

[@0Honey_Nut_Cheetos0]

Unoriginal unfunny comment you moldy ass raisin

[@Payasomike916]

:Honey_Nut_Cheetos: oh ya cuz calling some random guy on the internet a moldy raisin is so original... at least you like good music.

[@0Honey_Nut_Cheetos0]

@@Payasomike916 So your telling you have seen other people on the internet use the term moldy ass raisin?

[@jamesstein4659]

This song means so much to me. I quit drinking after close to binging away the last 10 years. I quit because I’ve watched my parents drink themselves into depression since I was born. I’m also at the age where it’s time to grow up and start working towards a career and I’m so fucking scared of leaving the job I’ve had for the last three years. But just like the song says “I’m so done with being afraid” I’ve dealt with mental issues my entire life and god damnit frank, you make it so much easier with the songs you make. If you read this, or anyone reads this, thank you.

[@haleighlowe6137]

THIS.

[@madisonjeanfr]

currently losing my father to alcoholic hepatitis and i really feel this. it’s the only song that straight out just brings me comfort like i’m not the only kid with this issue.

[@daddycat8955]

James I hope you’re doing okay now.

[@rainhope0225]

I really hope that you find happiness And the book you write's magnificent And I won't help but stare at every word It would burn holes in many mattresses After I place it down, read in full That lovely little book titled 'I told you so' Yeah you're thoroughly mad At the world Yeah and it sucks, but this place will never change It'll probably get way worse At best stay the same So you'll be fucking world renowned While I'm getting drunk at my house Thinking about the dumb words I said when I was a bit too high Those two pills I took felt very nice But made me break your lovely little heart And I said "Ashley, that's so fucking dumb To think that life just hands you some book That you barely have to write It's gonna take like fucking 4 or 5 bad books Nobody would ever like For you to live that wonderful life" And she stopped And she cried That night And she's right, she's gonna write that book That's gonna make me look Like a fucking fool And I know that she'll find happiness And her book will be magnificent And I won't help but stare at every word It would burn holes in all these mattresses After I place it down, read in full That lovely little book titled 'I told you so' Yeah you're thoroughly mad at me But so what? I'm never gonna change I'll probably get way worse At best stay the same So I will sit And I will drink myself To either to sleep or my untimely death Either way I hope that you don't cry, you know That's just a part of life Derek's father and my father know Cirrhosis is a tough way to go So when we drink a lot after our show Pretending that we're not even scared at all Genetics are what make me go to bed Because there's something that's inside my head That will click and make me drink until I'm dead And Derek's dad and my dad are done So I will sit and I will think about this life And if I even like it But I know that I'm gonna find... A little bit of happiness I think it's in my house or somewhere else But I am turning over every stone And I will search the fucking depths of this Stupid place my kids will have to live In order just to smile a little bit But you know I'm thoroughly in love with you And yeah I'm really scared that I may never change But I'm so fucking done being so afraid I really hope that you find happiness

[@tjchristensen5016]

Read in full

[@mikigamba]

You are Thoreau-ly mad at me

[@erichlf]

@@mikigamba Walden wanna make that mistake!

[@Moonshadow_IsAlive]

Toph pfp :3

[@gfb9929]

I have not bawled crying because of a song in a long time.

[@Birdiescabin]

This song just changed my life. I’m not kidding. I feel so good. I’m crying!!!

[@ivataradrmic9326]

this had NO RIGHT being this good, shit man hits all the spots

[@seanbadger8344]

It's like listening to a story made out of a puzzle that has a different meaning and shape to every that hears it !

[@abbinormal2677]

Perfect timing. It's funny because I am writing a book and this song is in it. Life is a strange magic.

[@DorianVlog]

"And yeah, I'm really scared that I may never change . But I'm so fucking done being so afraid" You can't even imagine how this phrase has helped me. It changed the way I see myself and the way that I deal with my issues.

[@davidthornton3597]

Happiness- In my perspective is a song that's an apology. he's apologizing for the fact that he crushed his friend dreams in writing a book that will be a best seller, he emphasizes the fact that without pain and experience it can't happen. He traded his friendship for her success. Then goes on to admit that her book will make it, because he was that pain. He was that push so her book could make it. He then says that when this book does make it he'll look like fool for doubting her. He wishes her happiness and apologizes for what he did. He then emphasizes both in the beginning of the song and end that in time he'll stay the same, or get worse in time. He tells us that he drowns out the pain in his life with drinking or other ways. He admits that he has so many fears in life, and that those fears will drive him to death. Then at the end he admits that he will find that happiness she will find as well, he emphasizes the fact that he'll do anything to find that happiness. God bless you all and I hope this made sense. Remember this is my opinion and perspective of what the song means, Im not claiming to know it's meaning, but listening and giving my input on what it means to me.

[@mckenzienelson3223]

Never stop pursuing your dreams, your music is wonderful! Thank you for putting your time, and energy into all these lyrics. It is honestly inspirational we need more examples like you in the world.❤️🌍

[@john-henryparker3856]

This shit is trash 😭

[@ashescorner4869]

I can proudly say that you’re my favorite artist. Your music just gives me so much, it has actually helped me a lot during tough times, so thank you so much .💕

[@hunterphillips377]

Guy is real and deep. His songs allow you to interpret your own way. I like listening to him on long drives.

[@taraleighzaniboni1996]

Another one that hits home. My mother passed away after a long battle with cirrhosis, that ultimately ended with liver cancer. Thank you for your music. I relate to practically everything you've ever put out. ✌️& ❤️

[@iProstitoot]

Songs like this remind me that I can still feel things. Thank you!

[@riccibranham5447]

This song hit me on so many levels... more literal than anything. I guess that’s what makes his music so great, everyone that listens can relate to it.

[@zoieherring462]

A new friend recommended/sent this song to me for me to listen to,he wanted to share something he really liked with me,this is my first hearing of this type of music,and I absolutely love it🥺🥰

[@yaboi5654]

This song has changed it meaning so much through my ups and downs

[@andrewwiseley3816]

This is God's word in a child voice that means well. Time for us to let the FATHER be part of the family.

[@ladyb9279]

Your hurt makes my hurt not hurt as much & the raspy voice is the cherry on top🤘 Can't wait to see this album live.

[@jazminhickman7589]

his music really does help

[@laurabruns2779]

This just might be one of his best songs yet

[@fere7907]

He is a vocalist, and I dont see many vocalist so thank you

[@joshpoint0989]

Dear frank, hobo johnson, Blake (lol). Just simply thank you for every song you released from feb 14 to what’s the Aqi of this bong rip I love everyone of your songs you released even the hidden stuff you got. They are helping the most rn in life and seeing your progress and your switching of styles I love it all thank you so much for every minute you spent making this song I hope to see you one day in person and be able to simply say thank you in person.

[@DezzyDarlingOG]

I hope you find that happiness, you deserve it💕

[@ksfernand]

Beautiful Song, Beautiful Soul.

[@corinne3389]

Mr. Hobo Johnson, I want to thank you for ur poetry/music. Please never stop hitting people's souls. My mind is a terrible place rn. And I want to say that u put a different spin on the shit that people of all walks of life go thru. I appreciate the time and effort u have put in. Thank you ❤️

[@daddycat8955]

I hope your doing better.

[@williamwachocki3622]

One of the most underrated artists out there today. Please don’t stop making music

[@jewbidawitz]

Thank you.

[@zurihay732]

oh wow 😯 imma cry this is other beautiful song.... Thank you Frank!

[@jomama3675]

Your songs have the most beautiful words, I don’t even think beautiful is the right word for how magnificent they are

[@jasonfranko8143]

Can’t stop rewinding , stuck in a continuous rerun of this. And I’m happy but I know life won’t just hand me this ... boook so tonight , I’ll be a fool . And I won’t help but feel responsible yet humble prob at best stay the same only human just a part of life father when we drink a lot genetics and my head clicks like I’m sitting and thinking about this life . I’m gonna find . Stone by stone

[@dwubprod6683]

Your an amazing talent,. Thank you.

[@nadiapovta3886]

Your voice has so much emotion 💕

[@rebeccaa8902]

So beautiful!! Wish you were hitting more Canadian cities on your tour!! Lots of fans here in Winnipeg! Hope one day you will do a Canadian tour of sorts!!

[@priddisbambam]

Rebecca Adams and calgary!!

[@kaieta9333]

Rebecca Adams NB gang

[@junekillingstones]

Please come to Winnipeg!!!

[@superguardian6632]

Right, 2 Canadian shows on this tour isn’t enough!!!!

[@wut0.o]

Word I live in stony plain near Edmonton AB,

[@lumiluc]

His poems have helped me so much, its a constant source of serotonin whenever i listen to it

[@jewbidawitz]

This man just keeps suprising me

[@avamadrid4379]

Such a great song i love you Hobo💕💕

[@mammon_is_god]

Walden and Thoreau references, love it.

[@sabinedoherty8198]

Mammon wait where’s the Walden reference!?!

[@joshuabishop1348]

@@sabinedoherty8198 the whole song

[@maggiedk]

Jesus Christ. I love this man. I haven't taken to any artist this quickly and hard since I first heard The Front Bottoms a few years ago. He's so lovely, and I love the way he puts things into words. I've been having a rough couple months but his music came into my life at such a good time.

[@brandondeklerk175]

I hope that this man understands how many people in my opinion only got through alot because of his songs. Yeah they are Mopar but there is so much positivity in the end. I owe him so much and my friend who introduced me to his music. Hobo Johnson you saved my mental health. Plus I love poetry and the slam style with such amazing production you are a legend in my eyes already.

[@alexgluver19]

I found hobo Johnson about 2 months ago and his music has grown to me so much to me and this song in particular makes me an insane amount of happy

[@TommyRobertsMusicChannel]

Wow, so deep.. at 51 having lived a "bad life" means so much to me

[@TommyRobertsMusicChannel]

Same age a year ago, tears me up remembering. Really means so much to me as well and inspires me to write my own story in song

[@chauncypeppertooth997]

Guilty of sitting In my truck the other night after work and cried listening to this. What a true poet 👌

[@rickyhasnolife4181]

You played this in Vegas back in early June, and I've been waiting for it ever since. I absolutely loved it then, and Its even more magnificent now.

[@worldbanc4790]

Greatness.

[@mariaahd8483]

Second favorite song so far. This is a great crying song

[@samsoulsby9022]

this song breaks my heart..

[@well-oh2up]

Use me as a “ I LOVE YOU JOHNSON❤️” button

[@rushshahaiosifovg]

No you just want likes

[@well-oh2up]

ジュリアン・マクフォールズ you dont gotta like , not a big deall :)

[@judesmith3660]

I'm like number 69 lol

[@brandon4801]

like the video instead of

[@colemanmiller6767]

You Art Is Beautiful To Me!!! Because I feel You, My Man!!

[@nyaadrain7503]

thank you for making me feel less alone

[@nickward891]

This song came up on my playlist today and I thought it was Macklemore for a good solid minute.

[@LuisSalazar-cr2tb]

Why do you know me so well. Not just this song but just about every song you make, it is almost like you know me and what is going on. I feel your pain. Thanks for letting me know I am not the only one. Much love to you good sir.

[@rensdelange3969]

Literally took my breath away

[@tatersacs85]

Hobo Johnson you touch my heart and you rock my socks 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@haleighlowe6137]

This speaks so much to me.

[@madisonjeanfr]

this speaks for all the children that have lost their parents to alcoholism tbh

[@coffeebased7996]

i still think about his concert around a year ago i went to. hes such a fun guy.

[@giap1096]

I only just now found this song and I love it. The way his voice sounds and how he raps remind me of Shane Koyczan

[@vinnicole240]

mahal kita hobo johnson!! sending love from the philippines ❤

[@benjamintruter7718]

Amazing.

[@caitlinrose1214]

This genuinely made my bad day so much better and i'm so grateful its unreal

[@grievela]

I love this mans music

[@static-x1johnny690]

This is the first time im listening to this and im setting tears listening to this

[@AhmadS-me5se]

this song reminds me of someone i loved!

[@Stevesteversin]

Saw him in concert. Amazing

[@dylantatum6972]

“Genetics are what make me go to bed Because there's something that's inside my head That will click and make me drink until I'm dead” Ouch, I’ve never related so much sadly.

[@Mj-po7ic]

Same :/

[@mechanicstevieb5802]

So underrated he’s the best 💯

[@timmyturner4384]

This has been on repeat all day

[@SinkOrSwimMusic]

This is true emotion and talent

[@haleighlowe6137]

My favorite so far.

[@ellenlinder7727]

Simply beautiful

[@katherynehager8075]

Best concert I’ve ever been too

[@taya4668]

This whole album is gold

[@andymendezsajquiy4047]

Great 🔥

[@sarahunderwood8952]

Holy shit...this song is absolutely beautiful

[@TylerCrossWrestling]

The combo of this and I Want A Dog also made me cry.

[@lindadoodlerox]

So beautiful

[@lizv3791]

7:48 am Sunday morning. Slightly drunk from last night. Smoking weed in bed and chilling to Hobo Johnson.

[@hotoifilm]

i saw this live on youtube and it might be my most favorite song by you. so glad you released it finally💖

[@annaS663]

Beautiful. 😢

[@askiadiepie8288]

Love your music

[@littlemisszurick3044]

Ok why am I crying😭😭 thanks frank

[@sammytherealest2106]

i freakin love your music

[@tracydonnelly1521]

When he sed she stooped and cried this song makes me want to cry but I still live it

[@artattackrecords1978]

beautiful !

[@PROCHIMNEY]

It’s perfect buddy

[@angelawood3214]

Love this one!

[@jael9020]

man, i wish i could go see him in concert but i don't think i'll be in LA the days he's performing ....maybe someday

[@woomahotep]

I saw him in Seattle last year and he was fucking fantastic dude. He's definitely one of a kind, and a must see live

[@destineypoling8803]

I've been waiting for this since I saw a live a couple months ago thank you so much ❤️ it's amazing

[@emilyjade7011]

I fckn love him so much