Gun
Chvrches
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You had better run from me With everything you own 'Cause I am gonna come for you With all that I have I am gonna break you down To tiny, tiny parts I never believed, but I see it now I'm learning your lesson, I’m learning your lesson Did it make you feel so clever Did you wear it on your sleeve Did you see another picture Where I was not a part so far entwined There's no other way, never run far Take a good swing at me, and everything is even So finally, we agree, no place for promises here You better run, you better run so Hide, hide, I have burned your bridges I will be a gun, and it's you I'll come for I, I, have never felt so easy I will be a gun, and it's you I'll come for Who are you to tell me how To keep myself afloat I tread the water all the while You stuck in the knife that you held at my back Did it make you feel so clever Did you wear it on your sleeve Did you see another lifetime Where I was not a part so far entwined There's no other way, never run far Take a good swing at me, and everything is even So finally, we agree, no place for promises here You better run, you better run so Hide, hide, I have burned your bridges Now I'll be a gun and it's you I’ll come for Hide hide never felt so easy I will be a gun and it's you I'll come for There is no other way never run far Take a good swing at me and everything is even So finally, we agree no place for promises here You better run, you better run so Hide, hide I, have burned your bridges I will be a gun and it's you I’ll come for Hide, hide have never felt so easy I will be a gun and it’s you I'll come for (Oh oh) and it’s you I'll come for (Oh oh) and it’s you I'll come for (Oh oh) and it’s you I'll come for (Oh oh) and it’s you I'll come for And I’m gonna see that you won't go far (oh oh) And I’m gonna see that you won't go far (oh oh) And I’m gonna see that you won't go far (oh oh) And I’m gonna see that you won't go far (oh oh)
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Written by: IAIN ANDREW COOK, LAUREN EVE MAYBERRY, MARTIN CLIFFORD DOHERTY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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8 facts about this song
Song Origin Facts"Gun" is a song by Scottish synth-pop band Chvrches from their debut studio album, "The Bones of What You Believe".
- It was released as the band's official second single on 15 July 2013.
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Songwriting FactsThe song was written by the band members Iain Cook, Martin Doherty, and Lauren Mayberry.
- The themes that the song explore include toxic relationships and misplaced trust.
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Production FactsThe band co-produced "Gun" with veteran British producer Paul Epworth.
- Its production is characterized by soaring synth-lines, thumping dnce beats and Lauren's notable high-pitched vocals.
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Critical Reception Facts"Gun" received widespread acclaim from music critics.
- It was praised for its catchy hooks and upbeat, pop-infused track despite its dark lyrical content.
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Chart Performance Facts"Gun" peaked at number 85 on the UK Singles Chart.
- It also charted modestly in Belgium and Japan.
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Music Video FactsThe music video for "Gun" was directed by Sing J. Lee and was premiered in June 2013.
- It features a range of abstract visuals and the band performing in a stark, blue-lit studio.
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Live Performance Facts"Gun" is usually included in the setlist of Chvrches' live concerts and has been performed in many music festivals around the world.
- Their performance of "Gun" at the Reading Festival 2014 was especially well-received.
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Remix and Cover FactsSeveral remixes and covers of "Gun" have been created, including a popular remix by Zane Lowe.
- Indie band Daughter also performed a cover of "Gun" for the BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge in 2013.
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