Half a Heart Tattoo

Jennifer Hanson

About Half a Heart Tattoo

"Half a Heart Tattoo" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Jennifer Hanson. It was released in August 2003 as the third single from the album Jennifer Hanson. The song reached #40 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was written by Hanson, Michael P. Heeney and A. J. Masters.


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She was touching up her makeup. 
I was standing next in line. 
I couldn't help but notice. 
'Neath those powder room lights. 

It was China red, outlined in black. 
On the left side of her shoulder. 
In plain view. 
I just had to ask, "Hey, what's with that half a heart tattoo?" 

She glanced at me through the mirror. 
And just started to laugh. 
She said, "I know this looks funny but there is another half. 
And it's China red, outlined in black on the right side of his shoulder. 

Last I knew. 
Yeah somewhere out there is a match to this. 
Half a heart tattoo"
Well the last I heard some redhead. 

Caught his eye in New Orleans. 
And before that it was a blonde in Baton Rouge. 
I know there's at least a dozen gals out sporting one of these. 
Thinking that they're the only fool. 

That he left them with a half a heart tattoo. 
Well girl you got my sympathy. 
I knew a guy like that. 
I said, "You ain't gonna believe this" Then I pulled my jacket back. 

"Yeah it's China red, outlined in black, on the left side of my shoulder. 
Still fairly new. 
I guess there's just a whole mess of us. 
With a half a heart tattoo. 

Well the last I heard he moved in. 
With some dancer from L.A. 
But I'm betting that won't last a week or two. 
He loves them long enough to leave his mark. 

And then he's on his way. 
And he's so good they never have a clue. 
'Til they're stuck with a half a heart tattoo. 
So ladies make sure that guy standing next to you. 

Ain't wearing no half a heart tattoo."

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Jennifer Hanson

Jennifer Kathleen Hanson (born August 10, 1973) is an American country music artist, as well as a former Miss California. Married to songwriter Mark Nesler since 1997, Hanson began her own musical career in 2002 with a self-titled debut album being issued on Capitol Records. The album produced three hit singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, including the Top 20 hit "Beautiful Goodbye". She switched to Universal South Records in 2007, releasing her second studio album (entitled Thankful) in early 2008. more »

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Written by: ARTHUR MASTERS, JENNIFER HANSON, MICHAEL HEENEY

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12 facts about this song

Genre
"Half a Heart Tattoo" is a country song written in the classic country-pop style.
Artist Information
Jennifer Hanson is an American country music artist, as well an accomplished songwriter. She has written songs for other artists such as Billy Currington and Bucky Covington.
Album Details
"Half a Heart Tattoo" is the third single from Jennifer Hanson's self-titled debut album.
Release Date
The song was released in October 2003.
Chart Performance
"Half a Heart Tattoo" reached #40 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Lyrics Insight
The song speaks of a love that will never fade despite its end, symbolized by a half-finished heart tattoo.
Song Collaboration
The song was written by Jennifer Hanson, Michael P Heeney, and Jennifer Kimball.
Significant Achievement
Hanson's album, which features 'Half a Heart Tattoo,' was named one of 2003's Top 10 albums by Billboard magazine.
Personal Story
The song has a painful personal relevance for Hanson. She had the phrase "Half a Heart Tattoo" written down for years before she brought it to co-writer Michael Heeney.
Recurrent Theme
This song perfectly achieves the common theme in country music of heartbreak and longing for a past love.
Critical Acclaim
"Half a Heart Tattoo" was praised for its catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics.
Personal Connection
Hanson's compelling vocal delivery conveys the emotional depth of the song, making it a standout track on the album.

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