Original members Kyle Even and David Schmitt started the project in 2007, they didn't anticipate that their “just for fun” intent would explode into an internationally sought-after duo within just a couple of years. The story of Breathe Carolina is a modern day music fairytale, about two friends who recorded tracks on Mac program GarageBand at home in Denver, Colorado, put them on to MySpace and rapidly gained a huge online following.
The duo's self-released debut EP Gossip hit iTunes in 2007, and after a phenomenal response, they released their debut album "It’s Classy, Not Classic" in 2008. The album entered the Billboard Top 200 at #186. Their genre-clashing blend of crowd-pleasing pop, rock and electronica was a hit, and no longer confined to the bedroom – Breathe Carolina were a global force ready to be heard.
After signing with Fearless Records in 2009, their album Hello Fascination took their music to a bigger, brighter and more blistering dimension. Recorded with the stellar production team of Mike Green (Paramore, The Higher, Set Your Goals) and Matt Squire (Taking Back Sunday, 3OH!3, Panic At The Disco), their sound became re-defined with the addition of live instruments and hooky pop choruses. The album debuted at #43 on the Billboard Top 200, at #5 on the Independent Chart and #2 on the Electronic Chart. The title track “Hello Fascination” was featured on MTV’s The City and received placement on NBC’s Sunday Night Football. It even became the featured track on NBC’s The Jay Leno Show promos.
The duo followed up their second UK headline tour of the year with a whole summer on Vans Warped Tour 2010, followed by a direct support slot to Mayday Parade on the Fearless Friends Tour in Fall 2010.
2011 has been quite the year for the band, as "Blackout"'s steady ascension up the Top 40 single chart, embraced by fans across the nation as their new party anthem, has made them one of the only independent acts taking on the pop goliaths at Top 40. 'Hell Is What You Make It' debuted at #2 on the Billboard Electronic Chart, with The NY Times calling the album "one of the best pure pop albums of the year". A performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, main playlist rotation across all MTV networks for video "Blackout" and an Artist Of The Week slot on MTV's PUSH program fueled the genre-blending duo's success story.
Starting out in a bedroom in the suburbs of the Mile High City, Breathe Carolina was one of the first bands to start making waves via social networks. They truly came into their own on Fearless Records-released sophomore full-length Hello Fascination. A step to a brave next level, the album entered the Billboard Top 200 at #43, and went on to sell over 60,000 copies in the U.S. alone. Their juxtaposition of hardcore guts and pop glory found a happy niche between both rock and pop fans, the album's title track landing placements on the promos for NBC's Jay Leno Show, 30 Rock and Monday Night Football, MTV's The Hills and The City.
With national radio dates with fellow Top 40 acts including Flo-Rida, Selena Gomez, Kreayshawn, Hot Chelle Rae, Cobra Starship and The Fray sees the band ending 2011 on an all time high.
Billie Jean
Breathe Carolina Lyrics
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I said don't mind, but what do you mean I am the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
She said I am the one, who will dance on the floor in the round
She told me her name was Billie Jean, as she caused a scene
Then every head turned with eyes that dreamed of being the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
People always told me be careful of what you do
Don't go around breaking young girls hearts
And mother always told me be careful of who you love
Be careful of what you do 'cause the lie becomes the truth
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
For forty days and for forty nights
I was on her side
But who can stand when she's in demand
Her schemes and plans
'Cause we danced on the floor in the round
So take my strong advice, just remember to always think twice
(Do think twice, do think twice)
She told my baby we'd danced till three, then she looked at me
Then showed a photo my baby cried his eyes were like mine (oh, no)
So we danced on the floor in the round, baby
People always told me be careful of what you do
Don't go around breaking young girls hearts
But she came and stood right by me
Smell of sweet perfume
This happened much too soon
She called me to her room
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
She said I am the one, (the kids not my son)
She said I am the one, oh woah
The lyrics to Breathe Carolina's song "Billie Jean" are a modern take on the classic Michael Jackson song of the same name. In this song, the singer meets a woman who claims to be Billie Jean, a beauty queen from a movie scene. She insists that she is the one who will dance on the floor in the round, and the singer is left confused by her words. She tells him that he is the one, but at the same time, denies that the kid is his son. The singer muses about the situation, trying to make sense of what is happening.
The song touches on themes of fame, love, and deceit. The woman claiming to be Billie Jean is likely a representation of the allure of fame and how it can lead people astray. The singer's confusion about her claims and the paternity of the child reflects the complexity of relationships and how appearances can deceive. The song warns listeners to be careful of who they love and the consequences of the actions they take.
Line by Line Meaning
She was more like a beauty queen from a movie scene
She was stunning, like the lead in a film
I said don't mind, but what do you mean I am the one
I asked her to explain what she meant by claiming I was the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
Who will join her in dancing on the circular floor
She said I am the one, who will dance on the floor in the round
She confirmed that I was the one she wanted to dance with
She told me her name was Billie Jean, as she caused a scene
She introduced herself as Billie Jean, drawing attention to herself
Then every head turned with eyes that dreamed of being the one
Everyone looked at her with desire, wanting to be the one dancing with her
People always told me be careful of what you do
I was warned to be cautious of my actions
Don't go around breaking young girls hearts
I was advised not to hurt young women's feelings
And mother always told me be careful of who you love
My mother warned me to be cautious in choosing who to love
Be careful of what you do 'cause the lie becomes the truth
Be mindful of your actions because lies can become reality
Billie Jean is not my lover
I want to make it clear that Billie Jean is not my romantic partner
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
Billie Jean believes that I am the one she should be dancing with
But the kid is not my son
I want to deny any paternity claims from Billie Jean
For forty days and for forty nights
I was on her side
I was with her for a long period
But who can stand when she's in demand
Her schemes and plans
It's difficult to resist her when she wants something, and she has a plan
'Cause we danced on the floor in the round
We danced together on the circular floor
So take my strong advice, just remember to always think twice
(Do think twice, do think twice)
My advice is to always be cautious; double-check your actions
She told my baby we'd danced till three, then she looked at me
Billie Jean told my partner we danced until late, then looked at me
Then showed a photo my baby cried his eyes were like mine (oh, no)
She showed a photo where my partner saw similarities between me and the child
So we danced on the floor in the round, baby
We continued dancing on the circular floor
But she came and stood right by me
Smell of sweet perfume
Billie Jean came near me; I could smell her sweet fragrance
This happened much too soon
She called me to her room
Things progressed too quickly, and she invited me to her room
She said I am the one, (the kids not my son)
She said I am the one, oh woah
Again, Billie Jean claimed that I am the one, but I deny any paternity
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Michael Jackson
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@RainbowDarki
This cover is everything we need in music!
Like, it's fun, is sexy, really easy to listen to the ear.
The electronic mixed with the pop-punk style goes SO WELL. I could never expect it.
I'm happy I discovered these guys is my teenage years (6 years ago or so) even though; Breathe Carolina doesn't feel the same as before... I really miss their emo phase...
One of my favourite songs btw!
@joshjoshson5999
What I really admire is that they're bringing something from a completely different sound to the table. Not punk, more electronic, and that makes this sound more unique. I love it.
@RainbowDarki
This cover is everything we need in music!
Like, it's fun, is sexy, really easy to listen to the ear.
The electronic mixed with the pop-punk style goes SO WELL. I could never expect it.
I'm happy I discovered these guys is my teenage years (6 years ago or so) even though; Breathe Carolina doesn't feel the same as before... I really miss their emo phase...
One of my favourite songs btw!
@rollensyko13
I kinda hate myself for not liking this when this came.
Now, I freaking love it!
I guess it's not too late.
@RainbowDarki
Never! I was once with some friends chilling and talking and they put this on the speaker.
I was so surprised!
@AccessBypass
I was thinking this same thing today lol. Never liked this song when it came out. Now it’s a vibe
@Kodama666
i used to just think of these guys as just some emo kids i listened to when i was an emo kid but they definitely have a sick style and are clearly just passionate about music, this cover is fire
@jonpate6129
Holy CRAP. This is the Billie Jean cover I've been waiting my whole life for!
@CristianKirk
That outro... Just brilliant...
@theforsaken4489
CristianKirk toughest outro I’ve ever heard. That scream is unlike any scream I have ever heard in my life.
@YouTearMyHeart
That scream came from another world... I loooove it !!!