Paris (Ooh La La)
Grace Potter, Grace Potter & the Nocturnals
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You got me down on the floor So what'd you bring me down here for? You got me down on the floor So what'd you bring me down here for? If I was a man I'd make my move If I was a blade I'd shave you smooth If I was a judge I'd break the law And if I was from Paris If I was from Paris I would say Oh la la la la la la la Oh la la la la la la la Oh la la la la la la la Oh la la la la la la la You got me up on your swing So when you gonna shake that thing? You got me up on your swing So when you gonna shake that thing? If I was a man I'd make my move If I was a blade I'd shave you smooth If I was a judge I'd break the law And if I was from Paris If I was from Paris I would say Oh la la la la la la la Oh la la la la la la la Oh la la la la la la la Oh la la la la la la la If I was a man I'd make my move If I was a blade I'd shave you smooth If I was a judge I'd break the law And if I was from Paris If I was from Paris I would say Oh la la la la la la la
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Paris (Ooh La La)" is classified as pop-rock, alternative rock and blues-rock which is reflective of Grace Potter's versatility as an artist.
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Release DateThe song was released on August 3, 2010 as the lead single from the album, "Grace Potter and the Nocturnals".
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Album Peak PositionThe album "Grace Potter and the Nocturnals", which features "Paris (Ooh La La)", peaked at number 19 on the Billboard 200 chart.
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Song CompositionGrace Potter wrote "Paris (Ooh La La)" herself, demonstrating her talent as a songwriter in addition to being a performer.
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Live PerformancesGrace Potter and the Nocturnals have performed "Paris (Ooh La La)" in various high-profile platforms, including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and the VH1 Divas Salute the Troops concert event.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Paris (Ooh La La)" features Grace Potter performing in a variety of glamorous outfits, highlighting the energetic and sensual nature of the song.
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Critical Acclaim"Paris (Ooh La La)" received positive reviews from critics. With many specifically praising Potter's powerful vocals and the song's catchy, rock-driven rhythm.
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Band FormationGrace Potter and the Nocturnals was formed in Vermont in 2002. The group released "Paris (Ooh La La)" as part of their third, self-titled studio album.
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InstrumentsIn "Paris (Ooh La La)", Potter showcases her skills not just vocally but also instrumentally, as she plays the Hammond B3 organ in the track.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists and bands including contestants on singing competition shows.
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Song Meaning"Paris (Ooh La La)" is often interpreted as a bold and sex-positive song, with lyrics expressing female desire and agency.
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Commercial UseThe song has been featured in several commercial campaigns, including a 2011 Hilton Hotels & Resorts ad, showing its mainstream appeal.
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