Papercuts
Illy, Vera Blue
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En garde, my God, how she gettin' me Either we'll never get it right or it's meant to be My ego, her pride, some recipe We're our biggest fans and our own worst enemies Ain't shy, let the whole world know Haven't tuned in to the blow by blow She move, I move, let her go, I go Stir it up, stand back, watch a firework show Ayo, too proud to quit when it's broken Too in denial to admit when it's over Drown in the separate ends of an ocean Both in too deep to know where the coast is Surrounded by waves and the hurricanes Gaze, when we together ain't none of y'all safe So buckle or get out of our way Up in smoke, down in flames 'cause man When we fight fire with fire When we cross the line, ayo Maybe happy ever after's ain't for us Ain't no surprise when We play with knives, ayo Ain't no broken pride and these aren't paper cuts Ain't no broken pride and these aren't paper cuts One by one on a hunt Nowhere to hide, nowhere left to run But I'd rather war with you all of summer Than a low key peace with another, ayy One by one every cut Yeah, gets deeper, who they to judge 'Cause when it's on we roar like the thunder Then it's RIP to the other days Cycle repeat to the lesson get learned, man You play with fire, your bridges get burnt, man Standoff, only making this worse But don't nobody move and nobody gets hurt, man We just caught in our ways Sucker-punches traded, all fun and games I dealt her cards, fall where they lay Then it's all 'can't even, whatever, anyway When we fight fire with fire When we cross the line, ayo Maybe happy ever after's ain't for us Ain't no surprise when We play with knives, ayo Ain't no broken pride and these aren't paper cuts I know when you're weakest You know where my demons hide Put us on a knife edge Tell 'em everything inside, yeah I know when you're weakest You know where my demons hide Put us on a knife edge Tell 'em everything inside When will we learn We've come to far in this to see How much it hurts When will we learn You and I We've come too far in this to know When to let go Are we our better halves If we only make it worse? Are we better off apart But can't say the words When will we learn You and I We've come too far in this to see All we ever do is bleed When we fight fire with fire When we cross the line, ayo Maybe happy ever after's ain't for us Ain't no surprise when We play with knives, ayo Ain't no broken pride and these aren't paper cuts I know when you're weakest You know where my demons hide Put us on a knife edge Ain't no broken pride and these aren't paper cuts I know when you're weakest You know where my demons hide Put us on a knife edge Ain't no broken pride and these aren't paper cuts
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Written by: ALASDAIR MURRAY
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Papercuts" was released on 17 June 2016.
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Artistic CollaborationThe song is a collaboration between Australian rapper Illy and fellow Australian singer-songwriter Vera Blue.
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Chart Performance"Papercuts" peaked at number 2 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart.
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Gold and Platinum StatusBy September 2016, only few months after its release, the song was certified 2× Platinum by ARIA.
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Musical StyleThe song is known for its fusion of hip hop and pop elements, showcasing Illy's rapping skills and Vera Blue's captivating vocals.
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Critical AcclaimThe song received positive reviews from critics, most of whom highlighted its catchy chorus and the synergy of the two artists.
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Award NominationIn 2016, "Papercuts" was nominated for Song of the Year at the ARIA Music Awards.
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Album InclusionIt's also a track on Illy's 5th album, "Two Degrees," released in November 2016.
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Official Music VideoThe official music video for "Papercuts", directed by ARIA Award-winning director Matt Earl, has garnered millions of views on YouTube.
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Live Performances"Papercuts" has been a staple in Illy's live performances and is often met with great responses from audiences.
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Song LyricsThe lyrics of "Papercuts" touch upon the themes of bitterness, broken relationships, and moving on, resonating with many listeners who have experienced heartbreak.
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LongevityDespite being released over five years ago, "Papercuts" continues to be one of Illy's most well-known and loved tracks, showing the song's enduring popularity.
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