Christina Perri
Atlantic
Jar Of Hearts is
the debut single from Philadelphian born singer-songwriter Christina Perri.
Taken from her album Lovestrong, it
has already become a huge hit in the States after it was featured on So You Think You Can Dance, even before
Christina was signed to a record label. Following this, Jar of Hearts was covered on hit US TV show Glee, performed by Rachel Berry at the end-of-year Prom.
However, it could be argued that this would be the most
awkward prom song ever. Jar of Hearts
is an autobiographical telling of an ex-boyfriend who wants to get back
together following a tough break-up. The repeated line of “Who do you think you are?” sets the tone for this emotive and
powerful ballad.
Perri’s style is best described as a ‘down-trodden’ version
of Californian Singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles, with only smooth strings and stomping
piano chords to support her raw and heartfelt vocals. Describing an
ex-boyfriend as a “Collector of Broken Hearts” makes this a truly emotional
break-up song with truly brilliant lyrics, making it hard not to weep for
Christina’s shattered feelings. But Perri portrays so much power and force in
her voice that it elevates the song into an amazingly brilliant debut track,
that is sure to be an instant hit.
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