Honesty
Alex Parks
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Your face when I try to explain I didn't think you'd take it personally I'm not saying every word in every line Goes from the moment lost in time You should know me better than that If I wanted to leave I wouldn't look back Guess what I'm really trying to say Is I wouldn't paint this picture any other way I'm sorry I wrote this song for you If it makes you feel bad I didn't mean it to Honesty as a policy Doesn't work for you So It shouldn't be I'm sorry I wrote this song at all If it makes you unsure, don't listen anymore Honesty as a policy Doesn't work for you And it's clear to see Show me what's good for you 'cause you're good for me Somehow you take the easy way out Is it better to sing or do we have to shout? This time when you look in my eyes We can build on the truth, not secrets and lies You should know me better than that If I wanted to leave I wouldn't look back Guess what I'm really trying to say Is I wouldn't paint this picture any other way I'm sorry I wrote this song for you If it makes you feel bad I didn't mean it to Honesty as a policy Doesn't work for you So It shouldn't be I'm sorry I wrote this song at all If it makes you unsure, don't listen anymore Honesty as a policy Doesn't work for you And it's clear to see Show me what's good for you 'Cause you're good for me It was never my intention that my words would hurt you so I'm askin' you to tell me 'cause I really wanna know I'm sorry I wrote this song for you If it makes you feel bad I didn't mean it to Honesty as a policy Doesn't work for you So I shouldn't be I'm sorry I wrote this song at all If it makes you unsure, don't listen anymore Honesty as a policy Doesn't work for you And it's clear to see Show me what's good for you 'Cause you're good for me
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SongwriterThe song "Honesty" was co-written by Alex Parks, along with co-writers including Helen Boulding and Phil Thornalley.
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Album InformationThe song "Honesty" is from the album of the same name, "Honesty", which was released in November 2005.
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Album PerformanceThe "Honesty" album, including the titular song, peaked at No. 24 on the UK Albums Chart.
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ContentThe song talks about the importance of being honest in a relationship and reflects on the emotional pain of dishonesty.
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Album Style"Honesty" along with the majority of other songs in the album, showcase Alex Parks' ability to convey emotion through her powerful and unique voice. It's noted for her emotive and melodic delivery.
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BackgroundThe album "Honesty", including this song, was released two years after Alex Parks won the BBC talent competition Fame Academy in 2003.
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Music StyleThe song "Honesty" can be described as a pop ballad with elements of rock and indie pop.
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Sound EngineerWorld-renowned audio engineer, Phil Thornalley, is not only a producer of the song but also worked on the song's mix.
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Song ReviewCritics praised the song "Honesty" for its strong emotional depth and Alex Parks' heartfelt vocal performance.
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Discography Importance"Honesty" as both a song and album marked a significant evolution in Alex Parks' career, showing growth and maturity from her winning debut in Fame Academy.
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Other Artists InvolvementThis song includes the contribution of many other musicians, such as Chuck Sabo and Richard "Biff" Stannard.
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Music Career StatusAs of now, "Honesty" represents the last album and song released by Parks before she retired from her music career indefinitely. After the album, she chose to step away from the spotlight and hasn't released new music.
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