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Jar of Hearts

Music by Drew Lawrence

Originally Performed by Christina Perri

"Jar of Hearts" is the debut single by American singer Christina Perri. The song was released onto iTunes July 27, 2010, a week after its debut on So You Think You Can Dance. The song was included on Perri's debut EP, The Ocean Way Sessions, and appeared on Perri's debut studio album, Lovestrong (2011). The song was co-written by Perri, Drew Lawrence, and Barrett Yeretsian. Perri drew inspiration for the song from a real-life experience with a love interest who wanted to rekindle a broken relationship. After its debut, the song was released onto iTunes where it later rose to the Top 20 spot in one week.

Release Date: 2010

Individual Folios

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Peer Astrom : Jar of Hearts

Christina Perri's powerful ballad about the end of a relationship is both heart-breaking and empowering. First on So You Think You Can Dance and then in Season 2 of GLEE, this song is a huge hit and translates beautifully into a choral setting for SSA groups who will love performing it! Availible separately SSA, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:45.

Arranger: Peer Astrom | Composer: Drew Lawrence Performed By: Glee Cast

Andy Beck : Jar of Hearts

Christina Perri's debut single has been featured on popular TV shows like So You Think You Can Dance? and Glee. The impassioned ballad appears on Billboard's Hot 100 and provides a powerful, musical, and relatable moment for female singers.

Arranger: Andy Beck | Composer: Drew Lawrence Performed By: Christina Perri