Papillon

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About Papillon

"Papillon" is a song by English rock band Editors. It was released as the lead single from their third studio album, In This Light and on This Evening, on 12 October 2009. A music video for the song was released on 11 September 2009 and directed by Andrew Douglas. "Papillon" charted in several countries, including Belgium, where it was a number-one hit, and the UK, where it peaked at number 23. The song has regularly been used as "closing piece" of Editors concerts.


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Make our escape, you're my own Papillon
The world turns too fast
Feel love before it's gone

It kicks like a sleep twitch
My Papillon, feel love when it's shone
It kicks like a sleep twitch

Darling, just don't put down your guns yet
If there really was a God here
He'd have raised a hand by now

Now darling, you're born, get old, then die here
Well, that's quite enough for me
We'll find our own way home somehow

No sense of doubt or what you could achieve
I've found you out
I've seen the life you wish to leave

But when it kicks like a sleep twitch
You will choke, choke on the air you try to breathe
It kicks like a sleep twitch

Darling, now just don't put down your guns yet
If there really was a God here
He'd have raised a hand by now

Darling, you're born, get old, then die here
Well, that's quite enough for me, dear
We'll find our own way home somehow, how, how

It kicks like a sleep twitch
It kicks like a sleep twitch

Darling, just don't put down your guns yet
If there really was a God here
He'd have raised a hand by now

Darling, now you're born, get old, then die here
Well, that's quite enough for me, dear
We'll find our own way home somehow

It kicks like a sleep twitch
It kicks like a sleep twitch

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Editors

Editors are a British indie rock band based in Birmingham, who formed in 2002. Previously known as Pilot, The Pride and Snowfield, the band currently consists of Tom Smith (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Russell Leetch (bass guitar, synthesizer, backing vocals), Ed Lay (drums, percussion, backing vocals), Justin Lockey (Lead guitar), and Elliot Williams (Keys, synthesizers, guitars, and backing vocals) . more »

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Written by: Christopher Dominic Urbanowicz, Edward Owen Lay, Russell Leetch, Thomas Michael Smith

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Editors" is a British Alternative Rock band that was formed in Stafford, England, back in 2002. The original band members were Tom Smith, Russell Leetch, Ed Lay, Justin Lockey, and Elliott Williams.
Album Information
"Papillon" is one of the most known songs by "Editors" and is part of the band’s third album titled "In This Light and On This Evening". This album was released in October 2009.
Song Ranking
"Papillon" is a popular track and it reached up to the number 23 on the UK Singles Charts.
Song Genre
"Papillon" is generally classified as Indie Rock and Post-Punk Revival. It’s characterized by its upbeat, electronic sound which was a new direction for the band.
Music Video
The music video for "Papillon" was released in September 2009 and it gives off a dark, melancholic vibe which matches the overall theme of the album.
Song Meaning
Many fans interpret the song "Papillon" as being about the struggle of life that everyone faces and the hope for something better. The word “Papillon” is actually French for Butterfly, symbolizing transformation and metamorphosis.
Live Performance
"Papillon" is often used as the band's encore on live performances due to its energetic beat and it has become a fan-favorite.
Songwriting Credits
Lead singer and band frontman, Tom Smith, has been credited for writing "Papillon".
Multi-Lingual Success
Aside from the UK, "Papillon" reached the top 10 in the Belgium (Flanders), Netherlands and Scottish singles charts. It also secured a place in the Top 20 in Belgium (Wallonia) and Ireland.
Critics' Reception
The song received positive reviews from critics. It was appreciated for its catchy beat and overall different sound from the band's previous works.

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