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In May of 2004, the future looked bright to the members of Paulson. Alex Burton (Bass), Logan Laflotte (Vocals), Jeff Widner (Drums), Mike Smeen (Synths) and Jesse Burton (Guitar) had just signed with respected indie Initial Records and were preparing to re-release their original demo as a makeshift debut LP, Variations.” Despite the low budgets and daunting obstacles, the group commited itself to touring full-time, quitting jobs and dropping out of college.
Fast forward 18 months. Poised to release their sophmore album, it's almost impossible to recognize the formerly fresh-faced group. Since last year they have endured the abrupt closing of their label (who neglected to provide even a single press release or advertisement in support of their debut), a protracted legal
dispute to recover their record and win release from their contract, the departure of long-time girlfriends who objected to their obessive touring schedule, and their eventual redemption in signing to Long Island-based One Day Savior Recordings (Boys Night Out, Juliana Theory, Hopesfall).
In the last year they have performed over 250 shows in 34 states and Canada, touring with the likes of Senses Fail (Vagrant), Midtown (Columbia), Moneen (Vagrant), Bear Vs. Shark (Equal Vision), Folly (Triple Crown), Far-less (Tooth & Nail), The Break (Ferret), Jenoah (Drive-Thru), Endicott (Equal Vision), and many others, despite having no booking agent or management. They have also appeared on major festivals like The Bamboozle, The Warped Tour, Worcester Skate Fest, Flipside Festival and done prominent one-offs with bands like Brand New, Something Corporate, Fall Out Boy, The Starting Line and many others. Selections from their debut can be heard on MTVʼs Real World, major radio stations like NYCʼs K-Rock, and on the upcoming “Taste Of Chaos” DVD.
Having never been in a proper studio, the band was thrilled to finally enter the legendary Camp Street facility in Cambridge, MA with producer Mike Poorman (Tsunami Bomb, Hot Rod Circuit). The result is a radical departure from their previous effort. Where “Variations” was disjointed and aggressive, their new album, entitled “All At Once,” is focused and subtle. Gone are the screamed vocals and power chords; instead the listener finds a wash of keyboards and computer sequences, tight, dancey drums and even a lap steel solo. Odd time signatures still abound, but compelling vocal harmonies and mature songwriting are the focus. The artwork, inspired by Japanese modern artist Takashi Murakami, is further evidence that this is a band who continues to stand apart from the pack.
Poised on the threshold of their albumʼs November 8th release, the band is optimistic that their most difficult days are behind them. Having finally made the record they were burning to make, and assured of their own unflinching work ethic in the face of any obstacle, the future for Paulson continues to shine brightly.
Some of the members brand new band Future of the Party with some of the Houston Calls members.
My Funny Valentine
Paulson Lyrics
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Sweet comic Valentine.
You make me smile
In my heart.
Your looks are laughable
Unphotographable
Yet you're my favorite work of art.
Is your figure less than Greek?
Is your mouth a little weak?
When you open it to speak,
Are you smart?
Don't change a hair for me;
Not if you care for me.
Stay little Valentine.
Stay little Valentine.
Stay little Valentine.
Stay each day is Valentine's Day.
Paulson's "My Funny Valentine" is a romantic and appreciative song for a person who may not fit the typical beauty standards, but is special to the singer in their own unique way. The song is sung to this person, who is referred to as a "funny Valentine" and "sweet comic Valentine". The singer finds joy in the way this person makes them feel, from the smile they put on their face to the warmth they provide in their heart.
The singer acknowledges that this person may not be classically beautiful, but they are a work of art in their own right. Their looks are described as "laughable" and "unphotographable", likely referencing the fact that the person's beauty cannot be captured in a single photo due to their unique characteristics. The singer doesn't want this person to change a thing about themselves, even if their figure or speech may be less than perfect, because they already mean so much to the singer.
Overall, "My Funny Valentine" is a song about finding beauty in imperfection and appreciating a person for who they are, rather than what they look like. It is a loving tribute to the special qualities that make a person unique and valuable.
Line by Line Meaning
My funny Valentine,
You, my dear Valentine, have a unique sense of humor that always makes me laugh.
Sweet comic Valentine.
You are not only funny but also incredibly charming and endearing.
You make me smile
You have the ability to bring joy to my life and make me happy.
In my heart.
My feelings for you are deep-seated and genuine.
Your looks are laughable
Your appearance may not be conventionally attractive, but I find it amusing and endearing.
Unphotographable
Even a photograph can't capture your unique beauty and personality.
Yet you're my favorite work of art.
To me, there is no greater masterpiece than you and your wonderful personality.
Is your figure less than Greek?
Are you not conventionally attractive? Do you not have a ‘perfect’ figure?
Is your mouth a little weak?
Do you not have the most beautiful smile or a perfect set of teeth?
When you open it to speak,
When you talk, do you not sound like a knowledgeable person?
Are you smart?
Are you intelligent?
Don't change a hair for me;
I love everything about you the way you are and don't want you to change anything.
Not if you care for me.
If you really love me, you will not change yourself.
Stay little Valentine.
Stay as you are, my little Valentine.
Stay little Valentine.
Continue being my charming, witty Valentine.
Stay little Valentine.
Remain the same adorable and lovable person.
Stay each day is Valentine's Day.
Every day spent with you is filled with love, joy, and happiness like Valentine’s Day.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers
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