2003, Bennett attended Edina High School where she played Dorothy in the school’s production of, “The Wiz”. In 2004, Paris relocated to Fayetteville, Georgia and started her senior year at Starr’s Mill High School. After graduating High School Paris had hopes of studying Gynecology and really had no plans on pursuing music. It wasn’t until her grandmother, Ann Nesby, encouraged her to try out for Season 5 of American Idol, which gained her a “Golden Ticket” to Hollywood.
In 2006, Bennett became a contestant on one of the most popular shows in the history of American television, American Idol. Paris took 5th place along the side with Katharine McPhee, Elliott Yamin, Taylor Hicks and Chris Daughtry. Season five still remains the highest rated season in the show’s run thus far with the most productive and successful recording artist the show has ever generated.
The “Princess P” debut album was released in 2007 on TVT Records in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The album made No. 1 on the US Top Heatseekers chart and took on some notable producers such as Jon Jon Traxx (Beyonce, Mary J., etc.) Daren Lighty (Nas, Donell Jones etc.) and Rodney Jerkins (Black Eyed Peas, Lady Gaga, etc.).
2008, Paris released her first Christmas album, “ A Royal Christmas”. Included was a couple of standards as well as original tracks, “The Holla Day Shuffle” which was written by her mother Jamecia Bennett. Later that year, she was featured at the 24th San Diego Men’s Chorus’ (SDMC) holiday show. Also, she featured herself in the PlayStation game, Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore and American Idol Encore 2. An interactive singing competition game series, that allows players to compete online for a high score in singing selected song.
In 2009, “Idol Tonight” interviewed Paris on the red carpet for TV Guide Network while she chatted about her upcoming single as well as her excitement for American Idol finale.
Throughout the years Paris has ventured in many aspects of the Entertainment Industry. Performing in one of the world’s most well known stage production, “Rent” as Mimi Cover sharing the stage along side Jamacia Bennett. This opportunity lead her into many other project which include taking on the role of Elyse in a movie called “Mama, I want to Sing!” with Lynn Whitefield and Grammy Award Winning Ciara and Patti LaBelle.
2012 will be a great year, Tyler Perry’s “Aunt Bam’s Palce” will be released on DVD in which you can find Paris playing Mona. A much younger wife of Stewart who comes to visit Aunt Bam and ends up confronting his drunk ex-wife.
Keep your eyes open for the much anticipated single release, “Would You Be Here” and “Opposites Attract” . Exclusive news and interviews can be heard on Twitter and Facebook.
AMERICAN IDOL WEEKLY STATUS:
* Week 1: "Midnight Train to Georgia" (original artist Gladys Knight & the Pips)
o The judges were impressed, said she was a great performer.
* Week 2: "Wind Beneath My Wings" (Bette Midler)
o The judges did not like the song choice, but agreed she has a great voice.
* Week 3: "Conga" (Gloria Estefan)
o Again, the judges disliked the song choice, but like her voice and performing skills.
FINALS
* Week 1: "All I Do" by Stevie Wonder
o The judges loved this performance.
* Week 2: "Fever" by Peggy Lee
o Received rave reviews from the judges.
* Week 3: "Work It Out" by Beyoncé Knowles
o Jackson and Abdul loved it. Cowell thought it was "precocious," like "a little girl trying to be Beyoncé."
* Week 4: "How Do I Live" by LeAnn Rimes (Bottom 3)
o Jackson thought it was "all right." Abdul didn't like at all and was booed by audience for the first time. Simon liked the performance and compared her to Dionne Warwick. Seacrest talked about her hairstyles.
* Week 5: "The Show Must Go On" by Queen
o Jackson considered it "a little rough," but she "worked it out in the end." Abdul called her a powerhouse, and Cowell called her performance "weird."
* Week 6: "These Foolish Things" by Billie Holiday (Bottom 3)
o Jackson loved it. Abdul said that Bennett is an extremely gifted jazz singer. Abdul also commented that if Bennett made an album in the jazz genre that it would "Blow Up!" Cowell said that Bennett "talks like Minnie Mouse" but was an incredible singer, and called the performance "terrific."
* Week 7: "The Way We Were" by Barbra Streisand (Bottom 2)
o Jackson liked it and said she could sing anything. Abdul said she was a great female vocalist. Cowell liked the vocals but thought it was old-fashioned. She was in the bottom 2 after the voting for Week 7.
* Week 8: "Kiss" by Prince/Art of Noise (feat. Tom Jones), "Be Without You" by Mary J. Blige (Bottom 2, eliminated)
o Randy and Paula liked the first, Simon said it was "screechy and annoying"; Randy liked the second, Paula was hoping Paris would do better, but Simon disagreed with Paula and said she did rather well. Paris was in the bottom two with Elliott Yamin, and was subsequently voted off after this performance.
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Dreamin'
Paris Bennett Lyrics
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What?s really going on?
Tell me what?s happening
It?s like the world it
So amazing
So tired of fighting
This killing me
And free me I?m little confused about it
Cause he?s so attekted
And I can?t believe it
What is this thing that I?m falling in
Chorus:
Somebody hates because I think that I?m dreaming
So messed up cause I just can?t believe what I?m seeing
It?s all because I thought this man is got me believe in
I like it and now I?m holding this killing love
This is no
No ordinarily love
He is the one I?ve been dreaming of
Yes I like it
And I love it and I need it
Just can?t get enough
Can?t fight this
This feeling anymore
He is the one I?ve been waiting for
I?m dreaming
Let me beee
Cause I love him
Just can?t get enough
I don?t know
How I can feel this way
How dear he do this to me
He?s got me open
And I am hopping
That we won?t ever gone away
And break me I?m
Little scared about it
Don?t know if this
Is the real?
That?s just as crazy
He?s making me crazy
What is this thing that I?m dealing with
Chorus
This dude just
Maybe my soul made and I like like the way
Paris Bennett's "Dreamin'" is an R&B pop song that explores the feeling of falling in love and being unsure whether it is real or simply a dream. The lyrics express confusion and vulnerability, as the singer tries to make sense of her feelings for a man who seems too good to be true. The opening lines suggest that something significant is happening, but the singer is unsure what it is. The world around her is amazing, yet she is tired of fighting, suggesting that she is perhaps struggling with her emotions.
The chorus repeats the main message of the song, that the singer is dreaming and cannot believe what she is seeing. Despite this, she is holding on to this killing love, which she describes as no ordinary love. She is falling for this man, who seems to have a significant impact on her and is making her crazy. She is hoping that this love will last and that she won't get hurt in the process.
Overall, "Dreamin'" is a song that captures the uncertainty and excitement of falling in love for the first time. It explores the complex emotions that come with this experience, such as confusion, vulnerability, hope, and fear. Paris Bennett's soulful vocals add depth and emotion to the lyrics, making the song a compelling listen.
Line by Line Meaning
I don’t know
I am not sure what is happening in my life
What’s really going on?
I am confused about the situation I am in
Tell me what’s happening
I need an explanation to understand the situation
It’s like the world it
The world seems amazing to me right now
So amazing
I find the world fascinating and breathtaking
So tired of fighting
I am exhausted and weary from struggling
This killing me
The struggle is causing me emotional pain
And free me I’m little confused about it
I am feeling liberated but also perplexed about the change
Don’t know if I’m dreaming
I am unsure if what is happening is even real
Cause he’s so attekted
I am uncertain because he is showing so much affection
And I can’t believe it
I am in disbelief about the situation
What is this thing that I’m falling in
I am not sure what type of love or relationship I am experiencing
Somebody hates because I think that I’m dreaming
Others are jealous because they think I am in a dream-like state
So messed up cause I just can’t believe what I’m seeing
I am struggling to accept what is happening because it seems unreal
It’s all because I thought this man is got me believe in
I have faith in this man and that is why I am in this situation
I like it and now I’m holding this killing love
I am enjoying the experience, but also aware that it could be dangerous
This is no
This is not just
No ordinarily love
This is no ordinary love
He is the one I’ve been dreaming of
He is the person I have always wanted in my life
Yes I like it
I am enjoying the experience
And I love it and I need it
I have fallen in love with this man and need him in my life
Just can’t get enough
I desire more of this feeling and love
Can’t fight this
I am unable to resist
This feeling anymore
I cannot control my emotions any longer
He is the one I've been waiting for
He is the person I have been looking for my whole life
I’m dreaming
I feel like I am dreaming
Let me beee
Let me be happy and enjoy this love
Cause I love him
I have fallen deeply in love with him
I don’t know
I am unsure about the situation
How I can feel this way
I am surprised at how strong my emotions are
How dear he do this to me
I am angry at him for what he has done to me
He’s got me open
He has made me vulnerable to love and emotions
And I am hopping
And I am hoping
That we won’t ever gone away
That we will never be separated
And break me I’m
And if he breaks my heart, I am
Little scared about it
I am very scared about it
Don’t know if this
I do not know if this
Is the real?
Is this actually happening?
That’s just as crazy
The situation is just as crazy
He’s making me crazy
He is driving me insane with his love
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANTHONY S. CRAWFORD, ROBERT F. DIGGS, MONTELL DU'SEAN JORDAN, RUSSELL T. JONES, JIMMY RUSSELL
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