Paris Is Burning

Ladyhawke

About Paris Is Burning

"Paris Is Burning" is a song by Ladyhawke, taken from her debut self titled album. It was issued on 30 June 2008 on Universal Records in the United Kingdom. "Paris Is Burning" is the musician's second single, however it is the first to receive a physical release. On 6 July 2008 it was appeared on the United States market. The song has been featured on season three of Ugly Betty, as a theme song for the French TV show Paris 16e and Le Grand Journal's "coming next" sequence, and remixed for the beginning of a CSI: Miami episode in the seventh season.  


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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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Ladyhawke

Phillipa Margaret "Pip" Brown (born 13 July 1979), better known by her stage name Ladyhawke, is a New Zealand singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. She was part of the Wellington-based band Two Lane Blacktop (2001–2003), named for the 1971 road film of the same name. After moving to Australia, she formed the Sydney-based art rock band Teenager in 2004 with Nick Littlemore of Pnau (and later Empire of the Sun). Ladyhawke took her stage name from Richard Donner's 1985 film of the same name. In 2007 she relocated to London. She is best known for her hit singles "Paris Is Burning" and "My Delirium". Her self-titled debut album was released on 22 September 2008 on Modular Recordings and topped the RIANZ Albums Chart. At the ARIA Music Awards of 2009, Ladyha… more »

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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.
Release and Album Details
The song was released in 2008 and is part of her self-titled album "Ladyhawke".
Musical Style
The electronic and synth-pop sound in "Paris Is Burning" reflects the musical style of the 1980s, which Ladyhawke sought to emulate.
Inspiration
There'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.
Reception and Popularity
The song was positively received by fans and critics alike, increasing Ladyhawke's international profile. It reached number 47 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
Its 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.
Alternative Versions
"Paris Is Burning" has been remixed by several well-known DJs, including Mathew Jonson and Alex Gopher.
Public Recognition
Rolling Stone magazine named "Paris Is Burning" one of the Top 100 Songs of 2008.
Live Performances
Ladyhawke has performed "Paris Is Burning" at several notable music festivals, including the Big Day Out and the Glastonbury Festival in the UK.
Lyrical Theme
Lyrically, 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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