Heartbreak Warfare

John Mayer

About Heartbreak Warfare

"Heartbreak Warfare" is a song by American blues rock musician John Mayer, featured on his 2009 fourth studio album Battle Studies. Written by Mayer and produced by Mayer and drummer Steve Jordan, the song is the opening track on the album, and was released as the second single from the album on October 19, 2009. The song was featured in the movie Date Night.


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2009
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Lightning strike
Inside, my chest to keep me up at night
Dream of ways
To make you understand my pain

Clouds of sulfur in the air
Bombs are falling everywhere
It's heartbreak warfare
Once you want it to begin,
No one really ever wins
In heartbreak warfare
If you want more love,
Why don't you say so?
If you want more love,
Why don't you say so?

Drop his name
Push it in and twist the knife again
Watch my face
As I pretend to feel no pain, pain, pain

Clouds of sulfur in the air
Bombs are falling everywhere
It's heartbreak warfare
Once you want it to begin,
No one really ever wins
In heartbreak warfare
If you want more love,
Why don't you say so?
If you want more love,
Why don't you say so?

Just say so

How come the only way to know how high you get me
Is to see how far I fall
God only knows how much I'd love you if you let me
But I can't break through at all.

It's a heart, heartbreak

I don't care if we don't sleep at all tonight
Let's just fix this whole thing now
I swear to God we're gonna get it right
If you lay your weapon down
Red wine and Ambien
You're talking shit again, it's heartbreak warfare
Good to know it's all a game
Disappointment has a name, it's heartbreak, heartbreak

It's heartbreak warfare
It's heartbreak warfare
It's heartbreak warfare

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John Mayer

John Clayton Mayer ( /ˈmeɪ.ər/ MAY-ər; born October 16, 1977) is an American pop and blues rock musician, singer-songwriter, recording artist, and music producer. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and raised in Fairfield, he attended Berklee College of Music in Boston. He moved to Atlanta in 1997, where he refined his skills and gained a following, and he now lives in New York City. His first two studio albums, Room for Squares and Heavier Things, did well commercially, achieving multi-platinum status. In 2003, he won a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for "Your Body Is a Wonderland." more »

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Written by: JOHN MAYER

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12 facts about this song

Song's Origin
"Heartbreak Warfare" is the opening track of the album "Battle Studies" by John Mayer, which was released on November 17, 2009.
Chart Performance
The single peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Adult Top 40 chart and number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Musical Style
The song mixes pop rock with blues for a softer sound. It makes use of synth, loops, and percussion, showcasing Mayer's diversity as a musician.
Songwriting
The song was written by John Mayer and was produced by Mayer as well as Steve Jordan.
Lyrical Content
The lyrics talk about the aftermath of a breakup, where Mayer compares heartbreak to warfare, showcasing the emotional pain and turmoil experienced.
Music Video
Directed by renowned filmmaker Anton Corbijn, the music video includes the famous actress, Jennifer Aniston.
Commercial Success
"Heartbreak Warfare" was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales exceeding one million copies.
Live Performances
Mayer performed the song live at the 52nd Grammy Awards in 2010 and frequently includes it in his setlist during concerts.
Critical Reception
Despite its commercial success, it received mixed reviews from music critics with some praising its introspective lyrics, while others criticized it for its lack of innovative musicality.
Cultural Impact
Since its release, "Heartbreak Warfare" has been used in various TV shows and movies, including an episode of the hit TV series "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation".
Collaboration
The entire album "Battle Studies", including "Heartbreak Warfare", was recorded with Mayer's touring band, The John Mayer Trio. This was the first time Mayer had recorded an album using a band format.
Song's Influence
The song led to Mayer's nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 52nd Grammy Awards.

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