It was released by fueled by ramen in february 2010 as the third single from the band's third studio album, brand new eyes (2009) Paramore's 'the only exception' is an anthem that has resonated with fans for years, striking a chord with those who tread cautiously on the edges of love The song was written by band members hayley williams and josh farro
The Only Exception Chords by Paramore
The song was generally well received by music critics
The protagonist of the song finally realises that love does exist and refers to the other person as their only exception, while first trying to live without it mostly to escape rejection
The pursuit of a relationship and the desire to make a relationship last are further themes.