Ain't It Fun

Paramore

About Ain't It Fun

"Ain't It Fun" is a song by American rock band Paramore, released as the fourth and final single from their self-titled fourth studio album Paramore (2013). Produced by musician Justin Meldal-Johnsen, the song was recorded in Los Angeles. Development for it began with a keyboard loop recorded by its guitarist, Taylor York. Instruments including xylophone and bass guitar were later brought, along with a six-member gospel choir. York and the band's vocalist, Hayley Williams, wrote the song based on her experience of relocating and the latter's subsequent attitude. The song received critical acclaim from music critics, who hailed its musical diversity. It was serviced to mainstream radio in the United States and Italy; a 12-inch vinyl of the single was released for Record Store Day 2014. The song became Paramore's highest peaking single on the US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 10 and received 'double platinum' certification from the RIAA having sold over two million singles. Internationally, the song garnered moderate commercial outcomes, reaching the top 40 of Australian, Canadian and Venezuelan charts. On February 8, 2015, the song won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Song at the 57th ceremony, becoming Paramore's first Grammy win, and making Williams the first woman to score that honor since Alanis Morissette in 1999."Ain't It Fun" was performed on television several times, including on The Voice, Late Night with Seth Meyers and American Idol. It was also included in the band's The Self-Titled Tour (2013–15). After the original music video directed by Jonathan Desbiens was cancelled, a second visual was directed by Sophia Peer. The latter, released in January 2014, documents the band attempting to break a series of world records. 


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I don't mind
Letting you down easy but just give it time
If it don't hurt now, but just wait, just wait a while
You're not the big fish in the pond no more
You are what they're feeding on

So what are you gonna do
When the world don't orbit around you
So what are you gonna do
When the world don't orbit around you

Ain't it fun
Living in the real world
Ain't it good
Being all alone

Where you're from
You might be the one who's running things
Well you can ring anybody's bell and get what you want
See it's easy to ignore trouble
When you're living in a bubble

So what are you gonna do
When the world don't orbit around you
So what are you gonna do
When nobody wants to fool with you

Ain't it fun
Living in the real world
Ain't it good
Being all alone
Ain't it good to be on your own
Ain't it fun, you can't count on no one
Ain't it good to be on your own
Ain't it fun you can't count on no one
Ain't it fun
Living in the real world

Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on you're own, in the real world
Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on you're own, in the real world

Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on you're own, in the real world
Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on you're own, in the real world

Ain't it fun, ain't it fun
Baby now you're one of us
Ain't it fun, ain't it fun, ain't it fun

Ain't it fun
Living in the real world
Ain't it good, ain't it good
Being all alone
Ain't it fun
Living in the real world
('Cause the world don't orbit around you)
Ain't it good, ain't it good
Being all alone

Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on your own, in the real world
Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on your own, in the real world
Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on your own, this is the real world
Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on your own,
In the real world (This is the real world, this is the real world)
Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on your own, in the real world
Don't go crying to your mama
'Cause you're on your own, in the real world
Don't go crying to your mama
Don't go crying

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Paramore

Paramore is an American rock band from Franklin, Tennessee, formed in 2004. The band currently consists of lead vocalist Hayley Williams, drummer Zac Farro, and guitarist Taylor York. The group released its debut album All We Know Is Falling in 2005, and its second album Riot! in 2007, which was certified Platinum in the US and The Republic of Ireland and Gold in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK. Brand New Eyes, Paramore's third album, was released in 2009 and is the band's highest charting album to date, going platinum in the UK and the Republic of Ireland and gold in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. more »

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Written by: Hayley Williams, Taylor York

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16 facts about this song

Band Formation
"Ain't it Fun" is performed by Paramore, an American rock band that was formed in 2004.
Album Details
The song is from Paramore's self-titled 4th studio album, released in 2013.
Song Lyrics
"Ain't It Fun" challenges the listener to survive in the real world, beyond a sheltered life. It reflects the band members' own experiences of moving from a small town to Los Angeles.
Single Release
The song was released as the fourth single from the album on February 4, 2014.
Genre
"Ain't It Fun" is a pop-rock song that also blends new wave and funk music elements.
Production
The song was produced by Justin Meldal-Johnsen, who has also worked with artists like Beck and Nine Inch Nails.
Songwriters
It was written by Hayley Williams and Taylor York, two members of the band.
Chart Performance
"Ain't It Fun" became Paramore's highest peaking single in the US, reaching No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Awards
In 2015, "Ain't It Fun" won a Grammy for Best Rock Song, marking Paramore's first Grammy win.
Music Video
The official video for "Ain't It Fun" was directed by Sophia Peer and includes the band setting world records, reflecting the song's message of braving the world.
Critical Reception
The track received widespread acclaim from music critics, who praised its sound and lyrical content.
Commercial Success
As of 2016, the song has sold over 2 million copies in the United States, making it one of Paramore's most commercially successful songs.
Impact
Rolling Stone included "Ain't It Fun" in their list of the best songs of the 2010s, calling it a "millennial anthem."
Live Performances
The song became a staple on Paramore's setlist for their live performances and was often played as the closing song.
Cultural References
"Ain't It Fun" has been featured in several television series, including "The Vampire Diaries" and "The Voice."
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered “Ain’t It Fun,” showcasing its significant impact on various music genres.

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