The Band Perry is an American country music band composed of Kimberly Perry… Read Full Bio ↴The Band Perry is an American country music band composed of Kimberly Perry (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, piano) and her two brothers: Reid Perry (bass guitar, background vocals) and Neil Perry (mandolin, drums, accordion, background vocals). They were born in Jackson,Mississippi and moved to Mobile,AL as early teens;eventually moving to Greeneville , Tenn. The trio owes its unique sound to its parents. "Most dads would be rocking their kids to sleep singing 'Rock-a-bye Baby,' " Kimberly says. "Our dad was singing us Rolling Stones songs, and our mom loves country. They definitely cross-pollinated our musical palette.." The trio teamed with Garth Brooks' manager, Bob Doyle, in 2008 and a year later it signed with Republic Nashville.
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.

Quittin’ You
The Band Perry Lyrics

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I don't know what I was thinking,
You were no good but you could do some fancy talking
I know your tricks and delight for a Gumball Machine (no)
You can keep you cold of man 'cause you won't get nothing sweet out of me

I'm quitting, (quitting), quitting,(quitting), quitting, I'm quitting you
Like a girl wants her chocolate, yeah, I know that I'll miss you
But I'm quitting, (quitting), quitting, (quitting)

Quitting, I'm not kidding I'm kicking you,
'Cause you're my bad habit and I'm quitting you

I don't know what the heck you're thinking
It's gonna, gonna take a better man, I bet, to win my hand,
I'm not gonna play your game, I don't like the high stakes,
I'd rather sit alone at home that one more round of, Oh man

I'm quitting, (quitting), quitting,(quitting) quitting, I'm quitting you
Like a gambler leaving Vegas, boy, you know that I'll miss you
But I'm quitting, (quitting), quitting, (quitting)
Quitting, I'm not kidding I'm kicking you,
'Cause you're my bad habit and I'm quitting

Cold turkey, giving you the cold shoulder,
Off, like a band-aid, one quick sting, then it's over

I'm quitting, (quitting), quitting, (quitting)
Quitting, I'm not kidding I'm kicking you,

Cause you're my bad habit and good have it,
You're my bad habit and I'm quitting you, you, yeah

Overall Meaning

The Band Perry's song "Quittin' You" is a powerful anthem for anyone who has ever decided to end a toxic relationship despite the temptation to stay. The lyrics describe the singer's realization that despite the charms of their partner, they were no good for them and were simply using fancy words to keep them around. The references to a gumball machine and a gambler leaving Vegas illustrate the ways in which the partner was like a bad habit that needed to be broken.

As the song builds to its chorus, the singer declares their intention to quit their partner like a person quits a bad habit. Despite admitting that they will miss their partner like a girl misses her chocolate or a gambler leaving Vegas, the singer remains firm in their resolve to end the relationship. The imagery of giving their partner the cold shoulder and ripping off a band-aid drives home the idea that this is not an easy decision, but ultimately a necessary one.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't know what I was thinking,
I regret my decision to be with you and realize now that you were no good for me.

You were no good but you could do some fancy talking
Although I knew deep down that you were not good for me, I was swayed by your slick words.

I know your tricks and delight for a Gumball Machine (no)
I am not interested in your manipulative behavior and empty promises.

You can keep you cold of man 'cause you won't get nothing sweet out of me
Your cold demeanor will not sway me into staying with you because I know I won't get anything good out of it.

I'm quitting, (quitting), quitting,(quitting), quitting, I'm quitting you
I am done with our relationship and am determined to end it.

Like a girl wants her chocolate, yeah, I know that I'll miss you
Although I know I will miss being with you, I am ready to move on.

But I'm quitting, (quitting), quitting, (quitting) Quitting, I'm not kidding I'm kicking you,
I am serious about my decision to leave you and will not look back.

'Cause you're my bad habit and I'm quitting you
Being with you has become a toxic habit that I am finally breaking.

I don't know what the heck you're thinking
I am unsure about what you are thinking but I know that it will take a better man to win me over.

It's gonna, gonna take a better man, I bet, to win my hand
To be with me, it will require someone who is truly deserving and worthy of my love and respect.

I'm not gonna play your game, I don't like the high stakes
I am not interested in being a part of your manipulative and risky games.

I'd rather sit alone at home that one more round of, Oh man
I would rather be alone than endure any more of your toxic behavior.

Cold turkey, giving you the cold shoulder
I am cutting you off completely and will not entertain any contact from you.

Off, like a band-aid, one quick sting, then it's over
Ending things with you will be quick and painless, like ripping off a band-aid.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KIMBERLY PERRY, NEIL PERRY, REID PERRY

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