"Picking Up the Pieces" was released on May 18, 2012, as the lead single from Paloma Faith's second studio album, Fall to Grace . Produced by Nellee Hooper, the track became Faith's first top 10 hit in the UK, reaching number 7. 🎵 Song Meaning and Inspiration
: Lyrics like "Do you think of her when you're with me?" highlight the struggle of feeling compared to a partner's "perfect" ex-girlfriend. Paloma Faith - Picking Up the Pieces
: The aesthetic was inspired by the works of David Lynch, specifically Twin Peaks , The Shining , and the film 2046 . "Picking Up the Pieces" was released on May
: Directed by Emil Nava, the video depicts Faith in a "tempestuous" relationship with a possessive boyfriend in a hotel setting. : The aesthetic was inspired by the works
: It explores the insecurity and self-doubt that comes with dating someone still recovering from a previous relationship.
: The single has been certified Platinum in the UK by the BPI.