Paris Is Burning
Ladyhawke
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All of the boys and the girls here in Paris Sing to the night without sight but with madness I can't keep up, I'm a wreck but I want it Tell me the truth, is it love or just Paris? All of the boys and the girls here in Paris Sing to the night without sight but with madness I can't keep up, I'm a wreck but I want it Tell me the truth, is it love or just Paris? My heart is yearning but Paris is burning Paris is burning all night long My heart is dreaming but Paris is screaming Paris is screaming all night long My heart is yearning but Paris is burning Paris is burning all night long My heart is dreaming but Paris is screaming Paris is screaming all night long Kids in the street drinking wine, on the sidewalk Saving the plans that we made, 'til it's night time Give me your glass, it's your last, you're too wasted Get me one too, 'cause I'm due any tasting Kids in the street drinking wine, on the sidewalk Saving the plans that we made, 'til it's night time Give me your glass, it's your last, you're too wasted Get me one too, 'cause I'm due any tasting My heart is yearning but Paris is burning Paris is burning all night long My heart is dreaming but Paris is screaming Paris is screaming all night long My heart is yearning but Paris is burning Paris is burning all night long My heart is dreaming but Paris is screaming Paris is screaming all night long I've lost my way, it's hard to find it through I see the night but I'm lost outside of you I've lost my way, it's hard to find it through I see the night but I'm lost outside of you My heart is yearning, but Paris is burning Paris is burning all night long My heart is dreaming, but Paris is screaming Paris is screaming all night long My heart is yearning, but Paris is burning Paris is burning all night long My heart is dreaming, but Paris is screaming Paris is screaming all night long I've lost my way, it's hard to find it through I see the night, but I'm lost outside of you I've lost my way, it's hard to find it through I see the night, but I'm lost outside of you I've lost my way, it's hard to find it through I see the night, but I'm lost outside of you I've lost my way, it's hard to find it through I see the night, but I'm lost outside of you
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Written by: ANUROOP PILLAI, PHILLIPA BROWN, ROY KERR
Lyrics © NEXT DECADE ENTERTAINMENT,INC., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Paris Is Burning" is a song by Ladyhawke, also known as Phillipa "Pip" Brown. She is a New Zealand musician who's known for her new wave and indie rock musical style.
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Release and Album DetailsThe song was released in 2008 and is part of her self-titled album "Ladyhawke".
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Musical StyleThe electronic and synth-pop sound in "Paris Is Burning" reflects the musical style of the 1980s, which Ladyhawke sought to emulate.
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InspirationThere's speculation that the song may have been inspired by the 1990 documentary with the same name, "Paris Is Burning", which is about drag queen culture in New York City. However, this is unconfirmed by Ladyhawke.
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Reception and PopularityThe song was positively received by fans and critics alike, increasing Ladyhawke's international profile. It reached number 47 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Music VideoIts music video was directed by Casper Balslev and filmed in various locations in Paris. The video was nominated for "Best Music Video" at the Danish Music Awards in 2009.
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Alternative Versions"Paris Is Burning" has been remixed by several well-known DJs, including Mathew Jonson and Alex Gopher.
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Public RecognitionRolling Stone magazine named "Paris Is Burning" one of the Top 100 Songs of 2008.
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Live PerformancesLadyhawke has performed "Paris Is Burning" at several notable music festivals, including the Big Day Out and the Glastonbury Festival in the UK.
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Lyrical ThemeLyrically, the song’s themes include self-discovery, freedom and the exhilaration of living in the moment. This, combined with its catchy beats, made it a popular track for dance floors.
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