A Thousand Years
Christina Perri
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
Heart beats fast Colors and promises How to be brave How can I love when I'm afraid to fall But watching you stand alone All of my doubt, suddenly goes away somehow One step closer I have died everyday, waiting for you Darling, don't be afraid, I have loved you for a thousand years I'll love you for a thousand more Time stands still Beauty in all she is I will be brave I will not let anything, take away What's standing in front of me Every breath, every hour has come to this One step closer I have died everyday, waiting for you Darling, don't be afraid, I have loved you for a thousand years I'll love you for a thousand more And all along I believed, I would find you Time has brought your heart to me, I have loved you for a thousand years I'll love you for a thousand more One step closer One step closer I have died everyday, waiting for you Darling, don't be afraid, I have loved you for a thousand years I'll love you for a thousand more And all along I believed, I would find you Time has brought your heart to me, I have loved you for a thousand years I'll love you for a thousand more
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Written by: David Hodges, Christina Perri
Lyrics © Victor Pizarro, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
10 facts about this song
Release Information"A Thousand Years" was released as the second single from 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1' Original Motion Picture Soundtrack on October 18, 2011.
|
Chart PerformanceThe song charted within the top 40 in several countries including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United States. It reached a peak of number 31 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US.
|
Concept and BackgroundThe song was written by Christina Perri and David Hodges specifically for the Twilight film, Breaking Dawn Part 1. It is sung from the perspective of the character Bella Swan, expressing her love for Edward Cullen.
|
Platinum CertificationIt went on to receive 4x platinum certification by the RIAA in the United States, with over 4 million digital copies sold as of 2014.
|
Cover Versions"A Thousand Years" has been covered by numerous artists and has been performed on notable TV shows like 'The Voice,' 'American Idol,' and 'The X Factor.'
|
Music VideoThe official music video features clips from the movie Breaking Dawn Part 1 as well as Christina Perri singing the song. It has over a billion views on YouTube.
|
SequelThere is a sequel to the song as well, "A Thousand Years, Pt. 2" which features Steve Kazee. This version is included in the soundtrack for 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2.'
|
Wedding Playlist FavoriteThe song is popularly played at weddings due to its romantic and eternal love message, becoming a modern classic for such occasions.
|
Longevity on ChartsDespite not being a major hit upon release, the song has had great longevity and remained on the Billboard Hot 100 for 31 weeks.
|
Influence of TwilightPerri was a self-confessed Twilight fan before being asked to contribute to the soundtrack, which came as a “dream come true” for the singer.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"A Thousand Years Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 25 Sep. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/36071594/Christina+Perri/A+Thousand+Years>.
Discuss the A Thousand Years Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In