My Heart Has a History

Paul Brandt

About My Heart Has a History

"My Heart Has a History" is a debut song co-written and recorded by Canadian country music artist Paul Brandt. It was released in March 1996 as the first single from his debut album Calm Before the Storm. It peaked at #5 on the Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) chart, while it was a Number One on the now-defunct RPM Canadian Singles Chart. The song was written by Brandt and Mark D. Sanders.


Year:
1996
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[Chorus]
My heart has a history
Of hurtin' those who mean the most to me
Before you get too close to me
I think you oughta know
While other hearts are holdin' on
While other loves are growin' strong
My heart has a history of lettin' go

The first time I looked into your eyes
I knew this moment would arrive
I got a feelin' you're the one
But my heart keeps tryin' to turn and run
The problem is this happens every time

[Chorus]

If we can take this one kiss at a time
Maybe we can tame this heart of mine
I'm telling you the cold, hard truth
I ain't ever been loved by the likes of you
And I ain't ever had this much on the line, but

[Chorus]

Yeah, my heart has a history of lettin' go.

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Paul Brandt

Paul Rennée Belobersycky (born July 21, 1972) is a Canadian country music artist, known professionally as Paul Brandt. Growing up in Calgary, he was a pediatric RN at the time of his big break. In 1996, he made his mark on the country music charts with the single "My Heart Has a History," propelling him to international success and making him the first male Canadian country singer to reach to the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in the United States since Hank Snow, who last charted a Top 10 hit when "Hello Love" hit No. 1 in 1974. Brandt is married to Elizabeth Peterson, who can be seen in some of his music videos, and heard singing background on his CDs. Brandt's music has been used by Dave Matthews and Johnny Cash on the We Were Soldiers sou… more »

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Written by: Mark Daniel Sanders, Paul R. Brandt

Lyrics © SONGS OF MOJO, LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Music Genre
"My Heart Has a History" falls under the country music genre and it is seen as one of Paul Brandt's hallmark songs that put him on the global country music map.
Chart Performance
The song became Paul Brandt's first and only number one single in his home country of Canada. It also did well in the United States where it peaked at number 5 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart in 1996.
Album Information
"My Heart Has a History" was the lead single from Brandt's debut album, "Calm Before the Storm". It set the stage for the album's success, which went on to obtain platinum certification in Canada.
Song Theme
This song tells the story of a man whose heart has been previously broken, thus making him wary of falling in love again. The intended message behind it is to caution others to handle his heart gently, as it has a history of being hurt.
Critical Acclaim
Despite being his debut single, "My Heart Has a History" received positive reviews from music critics. The attention it garnered helped establish Brandt as a serious contender in the country music industry.
Songwriter Information
Paul Brandt co-wrote "My Heart Has a History" with Mark D. Sanders, a famous Nashville songwriter known for his collaborations with various country musicians.
Recognition
The song was nominated for multiple awards, increasing the profile of Paul Brandt in the music industry. Specifically, it earned a nomination at the 1997 Juno Awards for "Country Recording of the Year".
Unique Fact
Although Paul Brandt was known as a country music artist in North America, "My Heart Has a History" became a hit in some unconventional markets for country music, including the Philippines.
Music Video
The music video of the song, directed by Steven Goldmann, was shot back-to-back with his other single, "I Do". It portrayed the simplicity and realism of country living, adding to its appeal.
Influence
"My Heart Has a History" has greatly influenced the country music scene in Canada and has been covered by several artists. It led the way for more Canadian country musicians trying to make a name for themselves internationally.

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