Words as Weapons
Birdy
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I feel your knife as it goes right in Cut to my core but I'm not bleeding All that you say trying to make me small Well, the bigger you get the harder you fall You use your words as a weapon dear But your blades don't hurt when you have no fear You think that you're deep under my skin You're trying to keep me suffering If you use your words as a weapon Then as a weapon, I'll shed no tears You have my heart but I lock it up This burning flame has been burnt enough My window's cracked they can be replaced But your arm will tire throwing stones my way You use your words as a weapon dear But your blades don't hurt when you have no fear You think that you're deep under my skin You're trying to keep me suffering If you use your words as a weapon Then as a weapon, I'll shed no tears I feel your knife as it goes right in You use your words as a weapon dear But your blades don't hurt when you have no fear You think that you're deep under my skin You're trying to keep me suffering If you use your words as a weapon Then as a weapon, I'll shed no tears I'll shed no tears I'll shed no tears
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Written by: JASMINE LUCILLA ELISABETH VAN DEN BOGAERDE, RYAN TEDDER
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Words as Weapons" is a song from the popular British singer-songwriter Birdy.
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Album AppearanceThe song appeared on her second studio album titled "Fire Within" released in 2013.
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Song MeaningThe song's lyrics essentially revolve around the theme of using words as a form of defense against those who try to emotionally or mentally harm others.
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CollaborationThe song was written by Birdy (Jasmine Lucilla Elizabeth Jennifer van den Bogaerde) in collaboration with Ryan Tedder and Noel Zancanella.
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Chart Success"Words as Weapons" reached a peak position of #14 on the Belgian charts, showcasing Birdy's international appeal.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Sophie Muller, features Birdy in a haunted house scenario and has garnered over 16 million views on YouTube as of 2022.
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Notable CoverNotably, an acoustic cover of "Words as Weapons" was performed by American musician Seether and included on their 2014 album "Isolate and Medicate".
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Critical ReceptionThe song received mostly positive reviews from music critics, often highlighting Birdy's intense and haunting vocals.
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Track DurationThe track is approximately 3 minutes and 39 seconds long.
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Genre Classification"Words as Weapons" falls under the genre category of indie pop and folktronica.
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