: As Perri became a mother, she re-recorded the track as a lullaby for her daughter Carmella. In 2025, she released a children's picture book based on the lyrics, notably changing "died every day" to " spent every day " to make it more appropriate for young readers.
: Perri was gracious about the change, and the song’s deep connection with fans led producers to bring her back for the final film, Breaking Dawn – Part 2 . Cristina Perri A Thousand Years
Explore the official video and see the song's evolution into a family favorite: Christina Perri - A Thousand Years [Official Music Video] YouTube · Christina Perri The Story Behind 'A Thousand Years' in Twilight Soundtrack TikTok · thesqueezepodcast : As Perri became a mother, she re-recorded