Pen & Paper
The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
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This whole routine is getting old So am I And so are you My reputation lets me know I can do whatever I want to Though it seems that you believe You can do whatever it is you please, Not before, not before you wind up on your knees [Chorus] Don't cry to me no more You like the way the people stare at you And now you look so fake Just thought that you should know Your all the same And when the curtain drops down You'll be replaced by something typical You set yourself up to be sold And that's OK cause that's your role Manipulation takes its toll Will you do, no body wants you Though it seems that you believe You can do whatever it is you please, Not before, not before you wind up on your knees [Chorus] I know I stood so long beside you And I know I should have left you right where I had found you I know I stood so long beside you And I know I should have left you right where I had found you [Chorus: x2]
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Written by: RONNIE WINTER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Pen & Paper" is a song by the American rock band, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus. It was released as part of their second studio album "Lonely Road" in February 2009.
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Band MembersThe composition and recording of "Pen & Paper" involved the band members Ronnie Winter (Lead vocals), Duke Kitchens (rhythm guitar, piano, backing vocals), Elias Reidy (lead guitar, backing vocals), Joey Westwood (bass guitar, backing vocals), and Jon Wilkes (drums, percussion).
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Song StyleLike other songs on the album, "Pen & Paper" is characterized by the melodic post-hardcore sound, which The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus initially became known for. The song includes powerful vocals, catchy hooks, and emotive lyrics.
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Lyrics Theme"Pen & Paper" lyrics seem to convey a message of motivation and determination, possibly about finding one's path and persisting amid life's various challenges.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Pen & Paper" shows the band performing the song, demonstrating their dynamic stage presence and personifying the song's energetic spirit.
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Album ReceptionThe album "Lonely Road", which includes "Pen & Paper", received mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised the band's evolution in songwriting while others thought the album deviated too far from the band's original sound. This, however, did not discourage fans who rallied behind the album and song.
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Live Performances"Pen & Paper" is often performed in The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus's live shows, showcasing the band's remarkable talent and connection with their audience.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Pen & Paper" did not achieve significant chart success, the album "Lonely Road" managed to reach number 14 on the US Billboard 200 and number 10 on the Australian ARIA albums chart.
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Song DurationThe length of "Pen & Paper" is 3:23. It’s a mid-tempo track that adheres to the standard verse-chorus structure.
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SongwritersThe song was penned down by the band's lead vocalist Ronnie Winter and guitarist Duke Kitchens.
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