Career
Carly Pearce was born in Taylor Mill, Kentucky. She dropped out of school when she was 16 and moved to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee in order to perform at Dollywood five times a week, in addition to contributing to bluegrass music compilation albums. She moved to Nashville, Tennessee when she was 19. She signed a developmental deal with Sony Music Nashville in 2012, which was ultimately unsuccessful.
In 2016, she was a featured vocalist on Josh Abbott Band's "Wasn't That Drunk", which charted in the top 40 of Country Airplay. Pearce also toured with the band to perform the song, including a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The song's success led to her working with songwriter and producer busbee on her solo debut single "Every Little Thing". After this song received airplay on Sirius XM's "The Highway" channel, Pearce gained a contract with Big Machine Records, which released the single to country radio on February 22. The song also received a music video, which features Pearce performing the song live at Brown Owl Studio. On October 13th, 2017 her first studio album named after the title track "Every Little Thing" was released.
You Kissed Me First
Carly Pearce Lyrics
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And painted my lips red
I know I walked in this bar
With a couple of my friends
I know that I told you
The barstool was free
I know that I smiled back
When you smiled at me
But you were the one that got me a drink
Champagne glass full of sunset pink
You asked me to dance, asked my name
Then you paid the bar band to play
One more slow song before last call
Then you leaned in so it ain't my fault
If I wake up in your t-shirt
Just remember, you kissed me first
Yeah, you kissed me, kissed me, kissed me
You kissed me first
Whoa
I know I laid my head
On your shoulder in the dark
I know I took your hand
Under the neon stars
I know I told myself
Let's see where it goes
I know I didn't pull back
When you pulled me close
But you were the one that got me a drink
Champagne glass full of sunset pink
You asked me to dance, asked my name
Then you paid the bar band to play
One more slow song before last call
Then you leaned in so it ain't my fault
If I wake up in your t-shirt
Just remember, you kissed me first
Yeah, you kissed me, kissed me, kissed me
You kissed me first
Whoa
And I won't be the one to blame
If this is meant to be
And I won't feel guilty
If you fall in love with me
'Cause you were the one that got me a drink
Champagne glass full of sunset pink
You asked me to dance, asked my name
Then you paid the bar band to play
One more slow song before last call
Then you leaned in so it ain't my fault
If I wake up in your t-shirt
Just remember, you kissed me first
Yeah, you kissed me, kissed me, kissed me
You kissed me first
Whoa
Carly Pearce's song "You Kissed Me First" tells the story of a woman who knows that she is not entirely to blame for the romance that blossomed between her and a man she met at a bar. She acknowledges that she made herself look desirable by wearing a red dress and putting on makeup, but it was the man who got her a drink, asked her to dance, and held her close. The chorus suggests that their intimacy was initiated by the man's kiss, and the woman refuses to be held accountable for her own feelings if they become more serious.
The song speaks to the importance of understanding agency and desire in romantic relationships. The woman in the story has agency in her decision to dress up and go to the bar, but the man's actions were crucial in initiating their connection. The song suggests that it is unfair to place all the blame or responsibility for a romance on one person, and encourages mutual accountability and self-awareness.
Overall, "You Kissed Me First" is a catchy and memorable country pop song that speaks to the complexities of modern dating culture. It is a song about taking responsibility for our actions and feelings, and respecting the agency of others in our romantic lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I know I put on that dress
I made an effort to look good for this night out.
And painted my lips red
I took extra steps to draw attention to my lips.
I know I walked in this bar
I entered the bar of my own free will.
With a couple of my friends
I wasn't alone, I had support.
I know that I told you
I engaged with you willingly from the start.
The barstool was free
I was open to your company.
I know that I smiled back
I reciprocated your friendly gesture.
When you smiled at me
Your smile made me feel comfortable.
But you were the one that got me a drink
You took the initiative to buy me a drink.
Champagne glass full of sunset pink
You chose a fancy, attractive drink for me.
You asked me to dance, asked my name
You showed interest in me and made conversation.
Then you paid the bar band to play
You made a special request to create a memorable moment.
One more slow song before last call
You wanted to prolong our time together.
Then you leaned in so it ain't my fault
You took the lead in escalating the physical intimacy.
If I wake up in your t-shirt
I may have spent the night with you and borrowed your clothing.
Just remember, you kissed me first
You initiated the physical contact, it wasn't solely my decision.
And I won't be the one to blame
I won't take responsibility for your choices and intentions towards me.
If this is meant to be
If our relationship progresses, it won't be my fault or intention alone.
And I won't feel guilty
I won't have regrets for what happened between us.
If you fall in love with me
If our connection grows, it will be mutual and not one-sided.
Yeah, you kissed me, kissed me, kissed me
You made the first move in our romantic encounter.
You kissed me first
I am not to blame for our night together, you started it all.
Whoa
An exclamation of surprise or shock.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Gordon Francis Sampson, Hilary Lindsay, Josh Kear
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Maran Chic Teo
CARLY PEARCE (2020) – YOU KISSED ME FIRST (Traducción)
I know I put on that dress
Sé que me puse aquel vestido
And painted my lips red
Y me pinté los labios de rojo
I know I walked in this bar
Sé que entré en este bar
With a couple of my friends
Con un par de amigos
I know that I told you
Sé que te dije que
The barstool was free
El taburete estaba libre
I know that I smiled back
Sé que te devolví la sonrisa
When you smiled at me
Cuando me sonreíste
But you were the one that got me a drink
Pero fuiste tú el que me invitó a una copa
Champagne glass full of sunset pink
Una copa de champán llena de “Pink Sunset”
You asked me to dance, asked my name
Me pediste bailar, preguntaste mi nombre
Then you paid the bar band to play
Luego pagaste a la banda del bar para tocar
One more slow song before last call
Un canción lenta más antes del aviso de cierre
Then you leaned in so it ain't my fault
Luego te inclinaste así que no fue culpa mía
If I wake up in your t-shirt
Si me despierto con tu camiseta puesta
Just remember, you kissed me first
Sólo recuerda que, tú me besaste primero
Yeah, you kissed me, you kissed me, you kissed me
Sí, tú me besaste, tú me besaste, tú me besaste
You kissed me first
Tú me besaste primero
Woah
I know I laid my head
Sé que apoyé la cabeza
On your shoulder in the dark
Sobre tu hombro en la oscuridad
I know I took your hand
Sé que te cogí la mano
Under the neon stars
Bajo las estrellas de neón
I know I told myself
Sé que me dije
Let's see where it goes
Veamos a dónde lleva esto
I know I didn't pull back
Sé que no retrocedí
When you pulled me close
Cuando me acercaste a ti
But you were the one that got me a drink
Pero fuiste tú el que me invitó a una copa
Champagne glass full of sunset pink
Una copa de champán llena de “Pink Sunset”
You asked me to dance, asked my name
Me pediste bailar, preguntaste mi nombre
Then you paid the bar band to play
Luego pagaste a la banda del bar para tocar
One more slow song before last call
Un canción lenta más antes del aviso de cierre
Then you leaned in so it ain't my fault
Luego te inclinaste así que no fue culpa mía
If I wake up in your t-shirt
Si me despierto con tu camiseta puesta
Just remember, you kissed me first
Sólo recuerda que, tú me besaste primero
Yeah, you kissed me, you kissed me, you kissed me
Sí, tú me besaste, tú me besaste, tú me besaste
You kissed me first
Tú me besaste primero
Woah
I won't be the one to blame
No seré la culpable
If this is meant to be
Si esto está predestinado
And I won't feel guilty
Y no me sentiré culpable
If you fall in love with me
Si te enamoras de mí
'Cause you were the one that got me a drink
Porque fuiste tú el que me invitó a una copa
Champagne glass full of sunset pink
Una copa de champán llena de “Pink Sunset”
You asked me to dance, asked my name
Me pediste bailar, preguntaste mi nombre
Then you paid the bar band to play
Luego pagaste a la banda del bar para tocar
One more slow song before last call
Un canción lenta más antes del aviso de cierre
Then you leaned in so it ain't my fault
Luego te inclinaste así que no fue culpa mía
If I wake up in your t-shirt
Si me despierto con tu camiseta puesta
Just remember, you kissed me first
Sólo recuerda que, tú me besaste primero
Yeah, you kissed me, you kissed me, you kissed me
Sí, tú me besaste, tú me besaste, tú me besaste
You kissed me first
Tú me besaste primero
Woah
Rachel Dickson
Hi Carly, loving the instrumental arrangement and groove of this song 💖 This song is so awesome with your beautiful voice and guitar riffs! Loving it! Sending lots of love from Melbourne, Australia
Rachel Dickson
@Carly Pearce Your welcome and Thank You for your music! It's brought me so much joy, especially because I have alot of health issues so music is so relaxing for me! Hope you and Michael have a wonderful Valentine's Day 💖
Carly Pearce
Thank you!!
Mike Fritz
Love this song!! Already playing in my head as I’m typing this!! I think this would be great as the next single!
Sue canoe Peacock
Love it!! Beautiful voice! Sounds like a perfect way to meet someone and to remember the first kiss 😘
Tom Freimann
Been following Carly for a long time, glad she is making country music for today!
Veggie Soup
Carly, you're voice is amazing. Keep releasing more!
Hannah Frizzell
I love all of your songs! I’ve sang lots of your songs at karaoke. I’ll have to add this one to the list! Thank you for being an inspiration
RANDOM VIDEOS BY MARK
Amazing as always Carly!!! I absolutely love this song!!! Thanks for sharing this beautiful song 💐👌🌷
Rheannon Lucero
Absolutely love this song, such a beautiful voice ❤🙌🏽