Former ballerinas turned songstresses, they released their self-titled debut in 2000 with Epic. The album was met with lukewarm reception, but the girls were undeterred. After moving to New York, they released Light Of The Moon with Universal in 2005, with similar luck. After leaving the label and their manager to make some serious changes, they recorded their third album with producer Roger Greenawalt and after having opened a week's worth of shows for Albert Hammond Jr. [Catherine Pierce's fiancee] in November 2006, the girls were greeted with much more enthusiastic reception and excellent press.
Thirteen Tales of Love and Revenge was released in April 2007.
The Pierces recently gained even more press when they were featured on the December 5th episode of the hit TV show, "Gossip Girl".
However, despite Catherine's high-profile celebrity romance with the Strokes guitarist, Albert Hammond Jr., the increased publicity didn't translate into sales.
According to the You'll Be Mine Songfacts, the siblings were on the verge of calling it a day when a friend of theirs, Coldplay bassist Guy Berryman, offered to produce them. The result was The Pierces fourth album, You & I, their first release after signing to Polydor.
I Put Your Records On
The Pierces Lyrics
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To see if you would sing my name
I put your records on
To see if you might feel the same
It was a tragedy about the end of all the world
You took the saddest part
And gave it to another girl
Though it was the same from start to fin
But it's never too late to begin
So I put your records on
To see if I would hear my name
I put your records on
And wonder if you do the same
It'd be a tragedy for anyone that was your girl
Because the saddest part is
You want the love of all the girls
It's funny how it all works out in the end
Though it was a shame from start to fin
But it's never too late to begin
It's funny how it all works out in the end
Though it was the same as it's always been
But it's never too late to begin
So I put your records on
I put your records on
I put your records on
I put your records on
I put your records on
I put your records on
I put your records on
I put your records on
Your records on
I put your records on
The Pierces's song "I Put Your Records On" is a powerful and emotional track that speaks to the heart of anyone who has ever pined for an unrequited love. The lyrics tell the story of a person who puts on their former lover's records to see if they will sing their name or feel the same way. The singer is hoping that by listening to the music that once brought them together, they can reconnect and reignite the passion they once shared.
However, the song takes a tragic turn when the singer realizes that their former lover has moved on and given the saddest part of the relationship to someone else. The singer is left feeling alone and wondering if anyone else will ever feel the same way they did about their former lover. The song's powerful message emphasizes the importance of never giving up on love and always believing that it's never too late to start over.
Overall, "I Put Your Records On" is a powerful and emotional track that speaks to anyone who has ever been in a difficult relationship or longed for someone who didn't feel the same way. The piercing vocals and beautiful instrumentation make this song an unforgettable experience that will stay with listeners long after the music stops.
Line by Line Meaning
I put your records on
I played your music to test if you still think of me
To see if you would sing my name
I hoped that hearing your music would remind you of me and make you want to sing my name
To see if you might feel the same
I wondered if hearing your music would make you feel the same way about me as I do about you
It was a tragedy about the end of all the world
The song I heard was a sad one about the end of the world
You took the saddest part
You took the most heartbreaking part of the song
And gave it to another girl
But you gave that emotional connection to another girl instead of me
It'd be a tragedy for anyone that was your girl
If anyone dated you, it would be tragic because you would never love just one person
Because the saddest part is
The most heartbreaking thing is
You want the love of all the girls
You want every girl to love you, without truly loving any of them
It's funny how it all works out in the end
It's ironic how things end up happening the way they do
Though it was the same from start to fin
Even though things didn't change from beginning to end
But it's never too late to begin
But it's never too late to take a different path and start over
I put your records on
I keep playing your music, hoping to feel close to you again
And wonder if you do the same
And I wonder if you also listen to the same songs, thinking about me
I put your records on
I continue to play your records over and over again
I put your records on
I keep turning to your music, hoping to feel the same connection we once had
Your records on
Your music is always with me, a reminder of the love we shared
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALLISON MARGARET PIERCE, CATHERINE ELEANOR PIERCE
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Tendertwin
I'm both glad and sad that they're not as famous as they deserve. They're so special!
Ana Beloti
it sounds like a lullaby
such a beautiful song
Beckyx L
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Jason Fisher
I have no idea why I love this band so much. 2 days in and I can't stop listening. Fantastic!!!
Jose Manuel Suarez
Una preciosa canción, representando por el contexto del video, la levedad en la que se desarrollan nuestras vidas, aunque como parafrasea la letra de la misma, y según en qué situaciones, "quizás no sea demasiado tarde para comenzar......"
Lydia Maddix Comedy
Absolutely breathtaking. I love them so much!
Zlate Jovanov
I'm so proud to be an "old" fan of The Pierces... <3 them!!!
Shay Blair
This was absolutely beautiful. :) The song was so haunting and pretty, and the continuous shot was amazing. Almost 4 minutes of just you two walking in a graveyard singing, and it captivated me. I don't think there's any other artist out there who could do the same.
SoNotSexy
I love this new album. It feels like I'm in a cabin in the woods in autumn. And with each track, you can picture yourself in a different time on the same day (like night, morning, dusk, dawn...). Just try it!
KSki
I have loved them since 2006. Such beautiful voices❤