This Means War

Nickelback

About This Means War

"This Means War" is the third single from the Canadian rock band Nickelback's seventh studio album, Here and Now. It was initially released as a promotional single in Germany on November 10, 2011, and was later released as a radio single in the United States on February 14, 2012. On February 16, 2012, a behind-the-scenes video is posted on nickelbacktv on YouTube. A music video was shot for the single, it premiered on March 29, 2012. It was also used as the official theme song for WWE's Elimination Chamber (2012).  


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2011
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To line up to the ring
For a battle that you can't win
Swing as hard as you can swing
It will still mean nothing
Should've seen it coming
It had to happen sometime
But you went and brought a knife
To an all out gunfight

And the only thing to save
Is the banner that you wave
To be wrapped around your grave

You've gone too far, who do you think you are
Is this what you came for, well this means war

Say anything you want
But talk will get you nowhere
The only thing you brought is psychological warfare
Well there's no getting off
And now you got to wonder
Who will dig you out when you're six feet under

And the only thing to save
Is the banner that you wave
To be wrapped around your grave

You've gone too far, who do you think you are
Is this what you came for, well this means war

And the only thing to save
Is the banner that you wave
To be wrapped around your grave

You've gone too far, who do you think you are
Is this what you came for, well this means war
This means war

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Nickelback

Nickelback is a Canadian rock band from Hanna, Alberta. Since 1995 the band has included guitarist and lead vocalist Chad Kroeger, guitarist and back-up vocalist Ryan Peake and bassist Mike Kroeger. The band's current drummer and percussionist is Daniel Adair who has been with the band since 2005, replacing drummer Ryan Vikedal who was with the band between 1998–2005. Nickelback's music is classed as hard rock,post-grunge, and alternative rock. Nickelback is one of the most commercially successful Canadian groups, having sold more than 50 million albums worldwide, ranking as the 11th best selling music act of the 2000s, and is the 2nd best selling foreign act in the U.S. behind The Beatles for the 2000s.Billboard ranks them the top Rock group of the decade an… more »

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Written by: AARRON LEWIS, CHAD KROEGER, JOHN APRIL, JONATHAN WYSOCKI, MICHAEL MUSHOK

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Band Information
"This Means War" is by Nickelback, a Canadian rock band formed in 1995, which includes members Chad Kroeger, Ryan Peake, Mike Kroeger, and formerly Daniel Adair.
Release Information
The song was released in 2011 as part of the band's seventh studio album called "Here and Now."
Song Composition
"This Means War" is a rock song and is notably heavier than many of Nickelback's other tracks, featuring prominent guitar riffs and forceful drum beats.
Theme of the Song
The song's lyrics center around themes of conflict and aggression, as suggested by its title.
Chart Performance
"This Means War" reached number 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart and peaked at number 86 on the Canadian Hot 100 chart, reflecting its mixed but largely positive reception.
Writing and Production
Just like all other songs on the "Here and Now" album, "This Means War" was written by Chad Kroeger and produced by him alongside Joey Moi, who has long been associated with Nickelback's music.
Music Video
There is a music video for "This Means War", which was released in 2012 and directed by Nigel Dick. The video focuses on live footage from the band's performances, keeping in line with the song's energy-filled nature.
Reception
The song received generally positive reviews from music critics, with many praising its intense sound and hard-hitting lyrics.
Concert Favorite
"This Means War" has since become a staple in Nickelback's live performances.
Commercial Success
Despite its heavier sound than Nickelback's usually more radio-friendly songs, "This Means War" still managed to find commercial success, particularly among the rock audience.

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