Heartbreak Song
Mickey Guyton
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I heard you told your friends I wrote you a breakup song The funny thing is, it wasn't even about you Ok, maybe I did So, what if it was? That don't make you a king The world ain't revolving around you I'm in my car, riding around My bass is up, no slowing down Love ain't a game, don't got no time No, you don't see me crying, no baby, baby I ain't gonna hit you with a heartbreak song I ain't gonna give you what you're betting on 'Cause boy you don't deserve a single word Don't know if you heard I forgot all about you I ain't gonna bore you with a sob story Go crying to my friends and throw a hate party It's so overrated, overplayed, and I'm ok I'm just better without you I'm going out and making my own rules One thing on my mind and baby, it ain't you I'm turning up, I got it going on So, I ain't gonna hit you with a heartbreak song You called to tell me that you made a mistake But that was something I knew So, now baby, baby, bye, bye, bye (bye, bye, bye) I'm at the bar, martini twist Boy hook it up, just read my lips Love ain't a game, don't got no time No, you don't see me cryin' I ain't gonna hit you with a heartbreak song I ain't gonna give you what you're betting on 'Cause boy you don't deserve a single word Don't know if you heard I forgot all about you I ain't gonna bore you with a sob story Go crying to my friends and throw a hate party It's so overrated, overplayed, and I'm ok I'm just better without you I'm going out and making my own rules One thing on my mind and baby, it ain't you I'm turning up, I got it going on So, I ain't gonna hit you with a heartbreak song I've been a hot mess looking in the mirror (But if you need me) I will be swinging from the chandelier I ain't gonna hit you with a heartbreak song I ain't gonna give you what you're betting on, betting on, betting on I ain't gonna hit you with a heartbreak song I ain't gonna give you what you're betting on 'Cause boy you don't deserve a single word Don't know if you heard I forgot all about you I ain't gonna bore you with a sob story Go crying to my friends and throw a hate party It's so overrated, overplayed, and I'm ok I'm just better without you I'm going out and making my own rules One thing on my mind and baby, it ain't you I'm turning up, I got it going on So, I ain't gonna hit you with a heartbreak song I ain't gonna hit you with a heartbreak song
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Written by: MICKEY GUYTON, MARK TRUSSELL, APRIL GEESBREGHT
Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundMickey Guyton, the artist behind "Heartbreak Song," is an American country singer and songwriter. She has been praised for being an important voice for black women in a predominantly white and male country music industry.
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Album DetailsThis song is not part of a specific album and was released as a single in 2016.
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Song Inspiration"Heartbreak Song" is a response to Guyton's previous single, "Better Than You Left Me". It's about moving on from a difficult breakup and finding strength in oneself.
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Genre ClassificationIt's classified under the country music genre. However, the song's upbeat rhythm and Guyton's strong, soulful vocals give it a pop crossover appeal.
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Chart PerformanceThough “Heartbreak Song” did not make it to the Billboard country charts, it gained praise from critics and concert audiences.
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Songwriter DetailsMickey Guyton co-wrote the song with Mark Trussell and April Geesbreght, showcasing her songwriting skills.
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Social Issues"Heartbreak Song" was released at a time when there was an ongoing discussion about the lack of diversity and female representation in country music. In this context, Guyton's tune was seen as an important contribution to bridging that gap.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song showcases Guyton's fun-loving personality and the positive energy captures the empowering message of the song.
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Personal ConnectionGuyton has often spoken about how personal this song is, reflecting on one of her breakups and how she bounced back from it.
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RecognitionDespite being a relatively new artist when releasing "Heartbreak Song," Guyton received praise for her powerful voice and raw, emotional lyrics that resonate with many people, increasing her prominence in the country music world.
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Live PerformancesGuyton's live performances of "Heartbreak Song" have been lauded as powerful and energetic, often leading to standing ovations.
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AdvocateThrough songs like "Heartbreak Song," Guyton has not only offered relatable, soul-baring music but has also become a vocal advocate for diversity and inclusion in the music industry.
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