Cannonball

Skylar Grey, X Ambassadors

About Cannonball

Cannonball is a single released by American singer and songwriter, Skylar Grey. The song was written by Grey, Sam Harris, Noah Feldshuh, Casey Harris, Adam Levin and Alex da Kid, produced by the latter, and features the band X Ambassadors. "Cannonball" is on FIFA 16 soundtrack, and was announced by The Independent. It received official digital release on September 25, 2015 "Cannonball" will support the US collaborative tour between Grey and X Ambassadors. The song sold around 25,000 digital copies in the United States.  


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2015
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Well they can try to sink us, but I'll just swim
Because my will is stronger than a gale force wind

Look out, look out, 'cause each time I fall
I'll be crashing down, right through your arms

Here I come
Cannonball, cannonball
Here I come
Cannonball, cannonball, cannonball

And when they light their torches, when they scream and yell
I'm gonna raise my flag and gonna give 'em hell

Look out, look out, 'cause each time I fall
I'll be crashing down, right through your arms

Here I come
Cannonball, cannonball
Here I come
Cannonball, cannonball, cannonball

At the end of the day
When the air is still and the sky is grey
Let's swim
Who will be standing?
I challenge you all
Bombs away, bombs away

Here I come
Cannonball, cannonball
Here I come
Cannonball, cannonball
Here I come
Cannonball, cannonball
Here I come
Cannonball, cannonball, cannonball

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Skylar Grey

Skylar Grey (born February 23, 1986, as Holly Brook Hafermann) is an American multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and record producer. Grey was signed to Machine Shop Recordings under the name Holly Brook. She released her debut album, Like Blood Like Honey, as Holly Brook, in 2006. She co-wrote the three versions of "Love the Way You Lie" (for Eminem and Rihanna) with Alex da Kid, who signed her to his Wonderland Music label. She was featured as a guest vocalist on Fort Minor's "Where'd You Go" and "Be Somebody", Diddy-Dirty Money's "Coming Home", Dr. Dre's "I Need a Doctor", Lupe Fiasco's "Words I Never Said" and Kaskade's "Room for Happiness". more »

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Written by: ALEXANDER JUNIOR GRANT, CID EDUARDO MEIRELES, HOLLY HAFEMRMANN, SAMUEL NELSON HARRIS

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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15 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Cannonball" is the first single to be released from Skylar Grey's album "Natural Causes", which hit the market on 23rd September 2016.
Artistic Collaboration
The song features guest vocals from fellow American artist X Ambassadors.
Genre Classification
"Cannonball" artfully blends the genre of pop with elements of alternative rock and indie pop, creating a unique sound that sets it apart from typical mainstream music.
Songwriting
Skylar Grey co-wrote the song with Alex da Kid, X Ambassadors' Sam Harris, and Mike Del Rio.
Signature Style
The music video, released in 2016, continues Skylar Grey’s frequently utilised narrative style of storytelling.
Chart Performance
Despite not charting on the Billboard Hot 100, the song has managed to gain a warm response from both critics and fans alike.
Role of Nature
"Cannonball", like many other songs from "Natural Causes", has subtle undertones of Skylar's connection with nature, which she has often cited as a major influence in her music and lyricism.
Challenged Norms
"Cannonball" was recognized for its honest lyrics and raw emotion, further setting Skylar Grey apart from the traditional pop music paradigm.
Music Video
The official music video of "Cannonball" was directed by Daniel Carberry, featuring impressive visuals that further amplified the impact of the song.
Live Performance
Skylar Grey and X Ambassadors performed "Cannonball" on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, providing an enchanting live rendition of the song.
Social Media Debut
Skylar Grey premiered the song on her social media channels on July 22, 2016, increasing the excitement for the album's release.
Inspirational Content
The lyrics of "Cannonball" carry significant weight and inspire resilience, reflecting Skylar's own personal ups and downs.
Galvanizing Energy
The electric guitar riff and the pounding drums in "Cannonball" fill the song with a galvanizing energy, which resonates with listeners and leaves a lasting impression.
Longevity
While not a commercial success at the time of its release, "Cannonball" has stood the test of time and continues to be one of Skylar Grey's most beloved songs by her fans.
Unique Artistry
The song showcases Skylar Grey's unique artistry, combining her evocative writing style, distinctive voice, and avant-garde approach to making music.

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