Paperthin Hymn
Anberlin
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When your only friends are hotel rooms Hands are distant lullabies If I could turn around I would tonight These roads never seemed so long Since your paper heart start beating leaving me suddenly alone Will daybreak ever come? Who's gonna call on Sunday morning? Who's gonna drive you home? I just want one more chance To put my arms in fragile hands I thought you said forever Over and over A sleepless night becomes bitter oblivion These thoughts run through my head Over and over Complaints of violins become my only friends August evenings Bring solemn warnings To remember to kiss the ones you love goodnight You never know what temporal days may bring So laugh, love, live free and sing When life is in discord Praise ye the lord Who's gonna call on Sunday morning? Who's gonna drive you home? I just want one more chance To put my arms in fragile hands I thought you said forever Over and over The sleepless night becomes bitter oblivion These thoughts run through my head Over and over Complaints of violins become my only friends I thought you said forever Over and over The sleepless night becomes bitter oblivion These thoughts run through my head Over and over Complaints of violins become my only friends I thought you said forever Over and over These thoughts run through my head
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Written by: Joseph Milligan, Deon Rexroat, Nathan Young, Stephen Arnold
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7 facts about this song
Release and Album Info"Paperthin Hymn" is a song by the American rock band, Anberlin.
- It was released as the second single from their second full-length album, "Never Take Friendship Personal", in 2005.
- The album itself peaked at number 144 on the Billboard 200 chart.
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Genre CharacteristicsThe song, along with Anberlin's general discography, is often classified within the genres of alternative rock, pop punk, and emo.
- "Paperthin Hymn" features prominent guitar riffs and powerful drumming indicative of these genres.
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Lyrics and ThemesThe song's lyrics are heavy and emotional, dealing with themes of loss, grief, and yearning.
- It has been suggested that the track is about losing a loved one and the difficulty of having to live without them.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Paperthin Hymn" was directed by Shane Drake.
- The video visually explores the song's themes of palpable loss and bereavement.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was well-received by critics, with many praising its emotional depth and powerful music.
- It helped in establishing Anberlin's presence in the alternative rock scene during the mid-2000s.
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Band's PerspectiveThe band members, especially Stephen Christian (the lead vocalist), have often asserted that "Paperthin Hymn" is one of their favorite tracks to perform live.
- They believe that the song's emotional resonance allows them to connect deeply with their audience.
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Pop CultureAlthough not a mainstream hit, "Paperthin Hymn" has gathered a substantial fan base and is often considered a classic within the emo and alternative rock music circles.
- The song is frequently featured on playlists dedicated to the golden era of 2000s' punk rock and emo music.
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