Words as Weapons

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About Words as Weapons

"Words as Weapons" is a song by English musician Birdy. It was released as a digital download on 14 April 2014 in the United Kingdom, as the fourth single from her second studio album, Fire Within (2013). The song was written by Birdy and Ryan Tedder, who also produced the song.


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2014
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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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Birdy

Jasmine van den Bogaerde (born 15 May 1996), also known by her stage name Birdy, is an English musician. She won the music competition Open Mic UK in 2008, at the age of 12. Her version of Bon Iver's "Skinny Love" was successful, peaking inside the top twenty of the charts in her native United Kingdom and in some other European countries. Her self-titled debut album Birdy was released on 7 November 2011. more »

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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.
Album Appearance
The song appeared on her second studio album titled "Fire Within" released in 2013.
Song Meaning
The 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.
Collaboration
The song was written by Birdy (Jasmine Lucilla Elizabeth Jennifer van den Bogaerde) in collaboration with Ryan Tedder and Noel Zancanella.
Chart Success
"Words as Weapons" reached a peak position of #14 on the Belgian charts, showcasing Birdy's international appeal.
Music Video
The 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.
Notable Cover
Notably, an acoustic cover of "Words as Weapons" was performed by American musician Seether and included on their 2014 album "Isolate and Medicate".
Critical Reception
The song received mostly positive reviews from music critics, often highlighting Birdy's intense and haunting vocals.
Track Duration
The track is approximately 3 minutes and 39 seconds long.
Genre Classification
"Words as Weapons" falls under the genre category of indie pop and folktronica.

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