Brokenhearted (Lawson song) explained

Brokenhearted
Cover:BrokenheartedLawson.jpg
Type:single
Artist:Lawson featuring B.o.B
Album:Chapman Square Chapter II Lawson
Released:7 July 2013
Recorded:2013
Genre:Pop rock
Length:3:29
Producer:Harry Sommerdahl
Chronology:Lawson
Prev Title:Learn to Love Again
Prev Year:2013
Next Title:Juliet
Next Year:2013

"Brokenhearted" is the fifth single by English pop rock band Lawson featuring guest vocals from the American rapper B.o.B. It was released as the lead single from the re-issue of their debut studio album, Chapman Square (2012). The song was released on the United Kingdom on 7 July 2013, via Polydor Records. It debuted and peaked at number six on the UK Singles Chart. In the Republic of Ireland, the song reached number 12, becoming their highest-charting single to date in the country. It was added to the BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 2 playlists.

Background

Speaking of the song, lead singer Andy Brown stated: "Brokenhearted is definitely a bit of a turning point for us as a band. It's my favourite song we have recorded to this day."[1]

Music video

The music video was directed by Declan Whitebloom. It follows a mystery female in her mission to bury the memory of an ex, climaxing in a performance from the band and B.o.B at a private party at a luxury house in the Hollywood Hills. the music video was released on YouTube on 27 May 2013

Track listing

  1. "Brokenhearted" (featuring B.o.B) – 3:29
  1. "Brokenhearted" (No rap version) – 3:20
  2. "Brokenhearted" (Acoustic) – 3:29
  3. "Brokenhearted" (Steve Smart & Westfunk Radio Edit) – 2:49
  4. "Brokenhearted" (Seamus Haji Radio Edit) – 3:28
  5. "Brokenhearted" (Queenie & Duke Remix) – 3:46
  6. "Don't You Worry Child" (Live) – 5:23
  1. "Brokenhearted" (featuring B.o.B) – 3:29
  2. "Don't You Worry Child" (Live) – 5:23
  1. "Brokenhearted" (featuring B.o.B) – 3:29
  2. "Brokenhearted" (Seamus Haji Radio Edit) – 3:27

Release history

RegionDateFormatLabel
United Kingdom7 July 2013Digital download, CD single, 7" vinylPolydor Records, Global Talent Records
Malaysia4 August 2013Digital downloadUniversal, Geffen Records

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Lawson Premiere B.o.B Collaboration 'Brokenhearted'. https://web.archive.org/web/20131012092527/http://www.mtv.co.uk/news/lawson/382022-lawson-bob-brokenhearted-andy-brown-new-single-listen-here. dead. 12 October 2013.
  2. Web site: iTunes – Music – Brokenhearted (feat. B.o.B) – Single by Lawson. iTunes. 4 March 2015.
  3. Web site: iTunes – Music – Brokenhearted – EP by Lawson. iTunes. 4 March 2015.
  4. Web site: Universal Music – Error – Page not found. 4 March 2015.
  5. Web site: Universal Music – Error – Page not found. 4 March 2015.