"So Close, So Far" | ||||
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Single by Hoobastank | ||||
from the album For(n)ever | ||||
Released | January 27, 2009 | |||
Recorded | 2008 | |||
Genre | Post-grunge [1] | |||
Length | 3:17 | |||
Label | Island | |||
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Hoobastank singles chronology | ||||
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"So Close, So Far" is the second single by the post-grunge band Hoobastank from their fourth studio album For(n)ever . In interviews, Doug Robb stated that he "wrote the song about the many men and women across the world fighting to keep peace and fighting for America. It's how I would feel if I was away from them fighting a war".[ citation needed ]
The song received a positive review from Chuck Taylor of Billboard magazine:
"So Close, So Far" sounds like a better bet to return Hooba to the upper reaches of the charts: It's still credibly post-grunge, but a better display case for lead Doug Robb's fervid vocals, alongside plenty of howling guitars and pealing percussion. The track could take command of not only rock; it's catchy enough to seduce adult top 40, returning the California band to glory. [2]
Chart (2009) | Peak position |
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U.S. Billboard Hot Adult Top 40 Tracks | 24 |