Hearteater

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About Hearteater

"Hearteater" (stylized in all caps) is a song by American rapper XXXTentacion, released as the second single from his fourth (second posthumous) studio album Bad Vibes Forever.


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Hearteater, why'd you eat my heart alive?
Still breathing, why you looking so surprised?
Hearteater, try but you will not suffice

Hearteater, why'd you eat my heart alive?
Still breathing, why you looking so surprised?
Hearteater, try but you will not suffice

Ooh, you're poison
Poison, filled with poison
Fill my veins with poison
Poison, filled with poison

Hearteater, why'd you eat my heart alive?
Still breathing, why you looking so surprised?
Hearteater, try but you will not suffice

Hearteater, why'd you eat my heart alive?
Still breathing, why you looking so surprised?
Hearteater, try but you will not suffice

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XXXTENTACION

Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy (January 23, 1998 – June 18, 2018), known professionally as XXXTentacion (often stylized as XXXTENTACION) and commonly referred to as simply X was an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. Though a controversial figure due to his widely publicized legal troubles, XXXTentacion gained a cult following among his young fanbase during his short career with his depression- and alienation-themed music. Critics and fans often credit him for his musical versatility, with his music exploring emo, drill, trap, lo-fi, indie rock, nu metal, hip hop, R&B, and punk rock. He is considered to be a leading figure in the emo rap and SoundCloud rap genres which garnered mainstream attention during the mid-to-late 2010s, and is the bestselling e… more »

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Written by: Jahseh Onfroy, Johnathan Cunningham, Robert Soukiasyan

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Hearteater" was released by American rapper, songwriter, and singer Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy, professionally known as XXXTENTACION. He was known for his impact on a youthful fan base and his unique music style, which often fluctuated between genres.
Release Date
The song "Hearteater" was first previewed by XXXTENTACION on September 30, 2018, but it was released posthumously as a single on October 22, 2019.
Album
This song is part of XXXTENTACION's fourth and final studio album, 'Bad Vibes Forever', released posthumously on December 6, 2019.
Genre
"Hearteater" is primarily categorized as emo rap. However, it also contains elements of pop, R&B, and acoustic, demonstrating XXXTENTACION's versatility and ability to blend different genres.
Chart Performance
The song managed to peak at number 72 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, demonstrating its commercial success despite the artist already having passed away.
The Message
The lyrics of "Hearteater" seem to discuss a toxic relationship where the singer feels eaten up by his lover. It uses the metaphor of heart-eating to represent emotional devastation and heartbreak.
Music Video
Interestingly, the music video for "Hearteater" includes XXXTENTACION's ex-girlfriend, Geneva Ayala, who he allegedly abused. XXXTENTACION had revealed that he wanted Ayala to be in the video prior to his death to provide visual effects to the emotional words of the song.
Posthumous Release
This song and others from the album 'Bad Vibes Forever' were released after XXXTENTACION's untimely death at the age of 20 in June 2018. His music continues to resonate with his fans, making him one of the most streamed artists even years after his death.
Reception
"Hearteater" has been particularly lauded for capturing XXXTENTACION's raw emotion and vocal prowess. Despite its dark undertone, many fans found the song highly relatable, further cementing XXXTENTACION's legacy as an influential artist.
Influence
The success of "Hearteater" and other songs like it have played a significant role in raising emo rap to mainstream popularity.

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