Postcard from Paris

The Band Perry

About Postcard from Paris

"Postcard from Paris" is a song recorded by American country music group The Band Perry. It was released in March 2012 as the fifth single from the band's self-titled debut album. The song was written by group members Kimberly, Neil and Reid Perry with Jeff Cohen and Kara DioGuardi.


Year:
2010
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I remember when my heart caught the fever
You were standing all alone in the summer heat
I was with my boyfriend, new boyfriend
He was as sweet as he could be
One look at you and I was through
My heart switched up on me

Like a postcard from Paris
When I've seen the real thing
It's like finding out your diamond
Was from her old promise ring
Coming back from your fortune teller
She read your cards upside down
The meanest thing you ever did is come around
And now I'm ruined
(I'm ruined)

In the evening you can catch me daydreaming
Did that moment send you reeling just like me
I should've gone over, right over
I should've never let you leave
But it's the never knowing that keeps this going
And drives me crazy

Like a postcard from Paris
When I've seen the real thing
It's like finding out your diamond
Was from her old promise ring
Come back from your fortune teller
She read your cards upside down
The meanest thing you ever did is come around

Just when I thought things were alright
My eyes played tricks on my mind
Will I ever be satisfied
'Cause all I ever seem to find

Is a postcard from Paris
When I need the real thing
It's like finding out your diamond
Is from an old promise ring
Come back from your fortune teller
She read your cards upside down
The meanest thing you ever did
The cruelest thing you ever did
The meanest thing you ever did is come around

I am ruined
I'm ruined
I am ruined, yeah
I am ruined, yeah

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The Band Perry

The Band Perry, an American country music group, is composed of siblings Kimberly Perry (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Reid Perry (bass guitar, background vocals), and Neil Perry (mandolin, drums, accordion, background vocals). They signed to Republic Nashville in August 2009 and have released six singles: "Hip to My Heart" (November 2009), "If I Die Young" (June 2010), "You Lie" (January 2011), "All Your Life" (August 2011), "Postcard from Paris" (March 2012), and "Better Dig Two" (October 2012). The first five songs are included on the band's self-titled debut album, released October 12, 2010. "Better Dig Two" will be included on their new album. "If I Die Young" reached No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs and Adult Contemporary charts and has been certified quad… more »

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Written by: JEFFREY COHEN, KIMBERLY PERRY, NEIL PERRY, REID PERRY, KARA DIOGUARDI

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs

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12 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Postcard from Paris" is part of The Band Perry's self-titled debut album that was released in 2010.
Genre Classification
The song falls under the country-pop genre, a fusion of country music and pop.
Songwriters Classification
The song was written by The Band Perry members (Kimberly Perry, Reid Perry, and Neil Perry) along with Jeff Cohen and Robert Scott Davis.
Music Chart Classification
"Postcard from Paris" peaked at number 6 on the US Hot Country Songs (Billboard) and also reached number 61 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Award Nomination Classification
The song was nominated for an Academy of Country Music Award for Video of the Year in 2012.
Performance Classification
"Postcard from Paris" was first performed on television during the 2011 CMA Music Festival.
Music Video Classification
The music video for the song was directed by David McClister and featured scenes of the band performing as well as scenes shot in New Orleans.
Release Classification
The song was released as the fifth single from their debut album on March 5, 2012.
Lyrics Interpretation Classification
The lyrics of the song depict a longing for a past lover, as symbolized by a postcard from Paris, and regret for moving on too quickly.
Inspiration Classification
It is noted that the city Paris in the song, is a metaphor for something better or more beautiful that the protagonist longs to return to.
Pop Culture Classification
The song has been reviewed and analyzed by several music critics and has appeared in discussions of the band's lyricism and musical style.
Sound Mixing Classification
The track was produced by Nathan Chapman, well-known for his work with Taylor Swift, and Paul Worley, who has worked with the Dixie Chicks and Martina McBride.

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