"So Close, So Far" is the second single by the
post-grunge
Post-grunge is an offshoot of grunge that has a less abrasive or intense tone than traditional grunge. Originally, the term was used almost pejoratively to label mid-1990s alternative rock bands such as Bush (British band), Bush, Candlebox, Colle ...
band
Hoobastank
Hoobastank (sometimes stylized as h∞bastank, and originally known as Hoobustank) is an American rock band formed in 1994 in Agoura Hills, California, by lead vocalist Doug Robb, guitarist Dan Estrin, drummer Chris Hesse, and original bassis ...
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".
Critical reception
The song received a positive review from Chuck Taylor of
''Billboard'' magazine:
Charts
References
{{Hoobastank
Island Records singles
2009 singles
Hoobastank songs
2009 songs
Songs written by Dan Estrin
Songs written by Doug Robb