Glory and Gore
Lorde
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There's a humming in the restless summer air And we're slipping off the course that we prepared But in all chaos, there is calculation Dropping glasses just to hear them break You've been drinking like the world was gonna end (it didn't) Took a shiner from the fist of your best friend (go figure) It's clear that someone's gotta go We mean it, but I promise we're not mean And the cry goes out (ha) They lose their minds for us, and how it plays out (ha) Now we're in the ring and we're coming for blood (Oh! Oh!) You could try and take us (oh-oh) But we're the gladiators (Oh! Oh!) Everyone a rager (oh-oh) But secretly they're saviors Glory and gore go hand in hand That's why we're making headlines (Oh! Oh!) You could try and take us (oh-oh) But victory's contagious Delicate in every way but one (the swordplay) God knows we like archaic kinds of fun (the old way) Chance is the only game I play with, baby We let our battles choose us And the cry goes out (ha oh) They lose their minds for us and how it plays out (ha oh) Now we're in the ring and we're coming for blood (Oh! Oh!) You could try and take us (oh-oh) But we're the gladiators (Oh! Oh!) Everyone a rager (oh-oh) But secretly they're saviors Glory and gore go hand in hand That's why we're making headlines (Oh! Oh!) You could try and take us (oh-oh) But victory's contagious No-one 'round here's good at keeping their eyes closed The sun's starting to light up when we're walking home Tired little laughs, gold lie promises, We'll always win at this, I don't ever think about death It's alright if you do, it's fine We gladiate but I guess we're really fighting ourselves Roughing up our minds so we're ready when the kill time comes Wide awake in bed, words in my brain, "Secretly you love this, do you even wanna go free?" Let me in the ring, I'll show you what that big word means (Oh! Oh!) You could try and take us (oh-oh) But we're the gladiators (Oh! Oh!) Everyone a rager (oh-oh) But secretly they're saviors Glory and gore go hand in hand That's why we're making headlines (Oh! Oh!) You could try and take us (oh-oh) But victory's contagious
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Written by: ELLA MARIJA LA YELICH O'CONNOR, JOEL LITTLE
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Track identification"Glory and Gore" is the eighth track on New Zealand-based pop singer Lorde's debut album, "Pure Heroine."
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Song meaningThe lyrics of "Glory and Gore" are about the glamourization of violence in modern society, particularly in popular culture like movies and sports.
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Chart performance"Glory and Gore" peaked at number 68 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart in the United States in 2014.
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Production creditsThe song was produced by Joel Little, Lorde's long-term collaborator, who won the Grammy Award for Producer of the Year in 2014 for his work on "Pure Heroine."
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Songwriting details"Glory and Gore" was written by both Lorde and Joel Little. It was composed using simple rhythmic patterns, jingle-like melodies, and a low, comforting hum.
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Pop culture associationsThis song was used in the promotional campaign for the 4th season of highly popular American television series, "Vikings" aired by History.
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Music video releaseUnlike many other songs from "Pure Heroine," "Glory and Gore" did not get an official music video release.
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Critical responseThe song was praised for its evocative lyrics and Lorde's alluring voice. Critics commended Lorde for her maturity and the unique sound she introduced with songs like "Glory and Gore."
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Stylistic elements"Glory and Gore" is noted for its moody, atmospheric soundscape, which includes minimalist percussions, deep bass, and choral-like background vocals all contributing to a distinctive dark-pop aura.
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Live PerformancesLorde has performed "Glory and Gore" live on several occasions, often incorporating interpretive dance movements into her performance, which add an additional layer of visual meaning to the song.
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