The band released its debut single "Hip to My Heart" in 2009 and their second single; "If I Die Young", was released June 7, 2010. It peaked at #19 on the Hot 100, making it their biggest hit.
Their website can be found at www.thebandperry.com.
Done.
The Band Perry Lyrics
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Hmm
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Yeah
You've been wearing that crown and tearing me down
It's been a while since you've treated me right
You strung me along for far to long
It's gonna hit you hard 'til you see stars
It's gonna put you through a world of hurt
Oh I don't believe in getting even but getting what you deserve
Oh my, oh my, huh
Mama always told me that I should play nice
She didn't know you when she gave me that advice
I'm through, with you
You're one bridge I'd like to burn
Bottle up the ashes, smash the urn
I'm through with you, la ti da (la ti da)
I don't wanna be your just for fun
Don't wanna be under your thumb
All I wanna be is done, done
You crossed the line too many times
I'ma put you in your place
You play with dynamite don't be surprised when I blow up in your face
Oh my, oh my, ha
Mama always told me that I should play nice
But she didn't know you when she gave me that advice
I'm through, with you
You're one bridge I'd like to burn
Bottle up the ashes, smash the urn
I'm through with you, la ti da
I don't wanna be part of your fun
Don't wanna be under your thumb
All I wanna be is done (done)
With your selfish ways (done)
And all the games you play
I'm through with you and everything you say
Hoo, ta
Mama told me that I should play nice
She didn't know you when she gave that advice
Mama always told me that I should play nice
But she didn't know you when she gave-me that advice
I'm through, with you
You're one bridge I'd like to burn
Scatter the ashes, smash the urn
I'm through with you, la ti da (la ti da)
I don't wanna be your just for fun
Don't wanna be under your thumb
All I wanna be is done
All I wanna be is done
Hey ooh, I wanna be done (so done)
So done (so done) so done
The Band Perry's song "Done." is about the end of a relationship and the singer's strong desire to move on from their unfaithful partner. The lyrics convey the frustration and anger felt after experiencing mistreatment from their partner. They have been "wearing that crown and tearing me down," and "strung me along for far too long" while the singer "never gave up the fight, until now." The relationship has crossed the line too many times, and the singer is ready to "put you in your place" and "burn the bridge" that connects them.
The chorus is repeated multiple times in the song, emphasizing the singer's final clarity, "All I wanna be is done." The singer acknowledges that they don't want to be just for fun, under their partner's thumb, or part of their games anymore. They are moving on from the relationship and won't be affected by their partner's selfish ways or what they say anymore.
The song's powerful lyrics are reinforced by the Band Perry's electrifying performance that includes the sounds of clapping hands and stomping feet, as well as gospel-style harmonies. The upbeat tempo, driving percussion, and strong guitar riffs add to the song's empowering message.
Line by Line Meaning
You've been wearing that crown and tearing me down
You have been acting like you are the king of the world, putting me down and making me feel worthless.
It's been a while since you've treated me right
You haven't treated me with kindness and love in a really long time.
You strung me along for far too long
You have been leading me on for a significant period, without genuinely committing or making an effort in our relationship.
'Cause I never gave up the fight, until now
I have always fought for this relationship, but I have come to a point where I can't take it anymore.
It's gonna hit you hard 'til you see stars
What's coming to you as a result of your actions will be so severe that it will make you feel pain.
It's gonna put you through a world of hurt
It's going to cause you an immeasurable deal of emotional pain.
Oh I don't believe in getting even but getting what you deserve
I don't believe in revenge, but I think you should face the consequences of your actions.
Mama always told me that I should play nice
My mother taught me to be kind to others.
She didn't know you when she gave me that advice
My mother didn't know what you were capable of when she taught me to be kind.
You're one bridge I'd like to burn
I want to cut all ties with you.
Bottle up the ashes, smash the urn
I want to destroy any remaining memories or physical objects that remind me of you.
Don't wanna be under your thumb
I don't want to be controlled by you.
All I wanna be is done
I want to be completely finished with this relationship and move on.
You crossed the line too many times
You have overstepped your boundaries and mistreated me multiple times.
I'ma put you in your place
I am going to make sure you know where you stand and that you can't treat me poorly anymore.
You play with dynamite don't be surprised when I blow up in your face
You are messing with something dangerous, and you shouldn't be shocked when it backfires.
With your selfish ways (done)
Your self-centeredness is the root of our relationship problems.
All I wanna be is done (so done) So done (so done)
I want nothing more than to be out of this relationship and to forget about you forever.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jacob Bryant, John Davidson, Neil Perry, Reid Perry
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@meganludwig3955
Rock and country is so perfectly balanced, it's my favourite part, seriously
@susanwhitney7403
Love the lyrics. August 28, 2017..theme song. Bye bye ace.
@kambam5089
And ALWAYS add a splash of nerd. 😂
@dianalynnelizabeth780
AM-FREAKING-MEN!!❤️🖤
@nikkiroccaforte4479
Sounds nothing but country to me 🤷
@KSchultz98
@Nikki Roccaforte so you'd better clean your ears
@dragondreamzpub
Simple lyrics, but they convey a powerful message.....especially about damaging relationships. So glad I am DONE!
@maevemallory2122
Yes!!!
@michaelachhammer9600
I dedicated this song to my ex on Facebook and got a permanently banned.
@patjames3534
The lyrics are hardly simple. In fact, they're difficult to memorize and make the song. Which seems typical for this band.Maybe you're simple.