The Ex

Billy Talent

About The Ex

"The Ex" is a song by Canadian rock group Billy Talent. It was released in December 2003 as the second single from their debut self-titled album.


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Well, I looked at her face 
And then I know she changed
Yeah, my heart turned black 
Then the sky turned gray
Yeah, my heart turned black 
Then the sky turned gray

And so I sat in my room for twenty-seven days
No she never called, I had something to say
No she never called, I had something to say

Well, I don't know much, I don't know how

Why would she put me through such torture?
I would have given my life for her
She was the one that knocked me over
Now I'm alone sitting on the corner

Well, I heard she's great
And her new boyfriend's lame
Well, she can go to hell, I'll never be the same
She can go to hell, I'll never be the same

And these open wounds 
Will heal with time they say
Yeah, my heart turned black 
Then the sky turned gray
Yeah, my heart turned black 
Then the sky turned gray

Well, I don't know much, I don't know how

Why would she put me through such torture?
I would have given my life for her
She was the one that knocked me over
Now I'm alone sitting on the corner

Why would she put me through such torture?
I would have given my life for her
She was the one that knocked me over
Now I'm alone sitting on the corner

Well, I don't know much, I don't know how

Why would she put me through such torture?
I would have given my life for her
She was the one that knocked me over
Now I'm alone sitting on the corner

Why would she put me through such torture?
I would have given my life for her
She was the one that knocked me over
Now I'm alone sitting on the corner

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Billy Talent

Billy Talent is a Canadian melodic punk rock band from Mississauga. They formed in 1993 with Ben Kowalewicz as the lead vocalist, Ian D'Sa on lead guitar, bassist Jon Gallant and drummer Aaron Solowoniuk. more »

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Written by: Ian D'sa, Jon Gallant, Ben Kowalewicz, Aaron Solowoniuk

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12 facts about this song

Release date
"The Ex" is a song by Canadian rock band Billy Talent, released on September 2, 2003.
Album
It's their third single from their self-titled debut album from 2003.
Chart rankings
The song reached number 1 on the Canadian Singles chart, making it the band's first number 1 single in their home country.
Music video
The music video for "The Ex" was directed by Shawn Maher and premiered in 2003.
Theme
"The Ex" has a broad theme of the ups and downs of relationships, more specifically about dealing with breaking up and having an ex.
Gold certified
The debut album "Billy Talent" which features the "The Ex" song, was certified 3 times platinum in Canada.
Band members
At the time of the song's release, Billy Talent consisted of members Benjamin Kowalewicz on vocals, Ian D'Sa on guitar, Jonathan Gallant on bass guitar, and Aaron Solowoniuk on drums.
Live performances
"The Ex" is often included in the band's live performances and is a favorite amongst fans.
Songwriting
The lyrics of "The Ex" were written by the group’s lead vocalist, Kowalewicz, and D'Sa produced the track.
Genre
This track continues in the band's signature punk rock sound established in their debut album.
Record label
"The Ex," like the majority of Billy Talent's songs, was released under the Warner Music Canada label.
Unique fact
The song was featured in the soundtrack for the popular sports video game, 'SSX 3'.

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