Chainsaw
The Band Perry
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We scratched our names In that oak tree 'Cause I loved you And you loved me A jagged little heart so the whole town knew it Carved in the bark with an arrow through it Well I came out here to see it one more time And I got my chainsaw Oh you know it's got to go, it's such a shame y'all But I ain't gonna be happy 'til those names fall And I'm sittin' on a stump Love is shady Love is tragic It's hard to bury the hatchet Holdin' a chainsaw I guess all those years They don't mean a thing Now I can't wait To count those rings Nothing left of us but dust and splinters A big pile of wood to keep me warm through the winter 'Cause I don't have you But I got my chainsaw Oh you know it's got to go, it's such a shame y'all But I ain't gonna be happy 'til those names fall And I'm sittin' on a stump Love is shady Love is tragic It's hard to bury the hatchet Holdin' a chainsaw Just a lil' old chainsaw I remember what you said that night That you would love me for the rest of your life We wrote forever with a pocketknife But forever's goin' down tonight 'Cause I got my chainsaw It's got to go, it's such a shame doll But I ain't gonna be happy 'til those names fall And I'm sittin' on a stump Love is shady Love is tragic It's hard to bury the hatchet Love is shady Love is tragic It's hard to bury the hatchet Holdin' a chainsaw Chain chain chain-saw (Chain chain-saw)
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Written by: MATTHEW RAMSEY, SHANE MCANALLY, JOSH OSBORNE
Lyrics © CALHOUN ENTERPRISES, HORI PRO ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Chainsaw" is a country pop song, a genre often characterized by its mix of traditional country music elements and pop music sensibilities.
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Album PlacementThe song is part of The Band Perry's second studio album, "Pioneer" which was released on April 2, 2013.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Chainsaw" managed to reach the 18th spot on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart and 26th on the Country Airplay chart.
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Writing Credits"Chainsaw" was written by the three members of The Band Perry - Neil, Kimberly, and Reid, along with Josh Osborne and Shane McAnally.
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ProducersDann Huff, one of the most successful producers in the country music scene, produced the song along with The Band Perry.
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Song MeaningThe song’s lyrics use a chainsaw metaphorically, to describe a failed relationship and how one would cut down every memory to move on.
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Video ShootThe music video for "Chainsaw" was shot on location in an actual forest in Oregon and features The Band Perry, along with professional lumberjacks.
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Album SuccessThe album "Pioneer" containing "Chainsaw" was certified Platinum by the RIAA, indicating it sold over a million units.
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ReviewsDespite its catchy tune, "Chainsaw" received mixed reviews from critics, with some applauding its bold metaphor while others criticizing its lyrical content.
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Song LengthThe official length of "Chainsaw" is 3 minutes and 47 seconds.
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Live PerformancesThe Band Perry performed "Chainsaw" during various shows and television appearances, including American Idol, where they performed it live in 2014.
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Release Date"Chainsaw" was officially released as a single on March 3, 2014.
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Song ThemeClassically, "Chainsaw" falls under the theme of heartbreak and emotional recovery.
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