Paramore's "The Only Exception"

From the band's third studio album "Brand New Eyes", which was released in September 2009, four singles have been released that truly embrace the kind of music that Paramore is famous for. The third and most successful single from the album, "The Only Exception", takes the band in a new direction and shows that this hard rock band does have a sweet, soft side.
With only one listen "The Only Exception" comes off as a heartfelt ballad that gets the listener to feel what the singer is feeling. The shock does not come from the lyrics, but rather the person who sings this emotional track. Rock band Paramore, who is known for their hard rock and emo-esque performances, create this lovely song about trying to make a beautiful relationship last, about how everyone in the entire world is the same, but that special someone you care for is "the only exception".
What makes this song unique is the fact that lead singer, Haley Williams, sings it with vocals that do not usually come out from her. Her voice is soft and innocent, a clear departure from tracks such as "Misery Business" or "Ignorance". This beautiful creation works and it allows the band to be exposed to a whole different audience. Everything just works for the band with this single. The lyrics from the song have enough emotion to cause a tear, the music video that accompanies it is one of their best, and the new sound from the band is a huge success.
Their album may not have been a huge hit as their previous record "Riot!" was, but the singles that have been released show that the band has staying power and are growing stronger together. Which is a good sign seeing how they were reportedly on the verge of breaking up last summer. "The Only Exception" is a great, radio friendly track that shines very bright with every note. The band decided to take their music to a whole different level and it seriously pays off. The song is enjoyable and the vocals from Ms. Williams are nothing short of perfection. For being a great song, and the most successful off the album, the track gets a rating of 90%