He War

Cat Power

About He War

"He War" is a song by the American singer/songwriter Cat Power and the second single from her 2003 album, You Are Free. Foo Fighters' frontman Dave Grohl provided drumming for the track. In anticipation of the release of You Are Free, a digital preview of "He War" was released on the Matador Records website. In 2006, Saturday Night Live cast member Fred Armisen cited Cat Power as "very popular in the SNL offices" and that "'He War' was played all the time." In the same interview, an opposing Chan Marshall expressed strong discontent with the studio recording of "He War" that ended up on You Are Free. She exclaimed, "Horrible song. It's supposed to sound like the original recordings-- more Stones-y. With a live band. But when I went to record it by myself in the studio doing everything, it sounds like..." 


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I never meant to be the needle that broke your back
You were here, you were here, and you were here
Don't look back

I never meant to be the needle that broke your back
You were here, you were here, and you were here
Don't look back

He war he war
He will kill for you
He war he war
He will kill for you 
From who you can
You know you can

Hey hey heeeyyy x4 

I'm not that hot new chick
And if you won't let me run with it
We're on to your same old trick
Get up and run away with it

I'm not that hot new chick
And if you won't let me run with it
We're on to your same old trick
Get up and run away with it

Hey hey hey
He war he war
He will kill for you
Hey hey hey
He war he war
He will kill for you
Hey hey hey
From who you can
Hey hey hey
You know you can

Hey hey hey
He war he war
He will kill for you
Hey hey hey
He war he war
He will kill for you
Hey hey hey
From who you can
Hey hey hey
You know you can

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Cat Power

Charlyn Marie Marshall (born January 21, 1972), also known as Chan Marshall or by her stage name Cat Power, is an American singer-songwriter, musician and occasional actress and model. Cat Power was originally the name of Marshall's first band, but has come to refer to her musical projects with various backing bands. more »

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Written by: CHAN MARSHALL

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7 facts about this song

Release and Production
"He War" is a song by American singer-songwriter Cat Power, whose real name is Charlyn Marie "Chan" Marshall. - The song is from her seventh album "You Are Free," which was released in 2003. - This album was Cat Power's first album of original material in over four years.
Music Style
"He War" is known for its bluesy rock style. - The song is largely driven by Marshall's distorted guitar and raw vocals. - Cat Power, overall, is often associated with indie rock, folk and blues genres.
Critical Reception
"He War" is often cited by fans and critics as one of the standout tracks on "You Are Free." - The song, and the album as a whole, received positive reviews from critics. - Rolling Stone described the song as "a tough, tight rocker that harks back to Patti Smith's primal punk."
Live Performances
Cat Power is known for her emotional and often unpredictable live performances. - "He War" is a frequent fixture in her live shows and is often played with a more pronounced rock arrangement.
Themes and Lyrics
The lyrics of "He War" are open to interpretation, but some fans believe that the song details a tumultuous relationship. - Like many of her songs, "He War" exhibits a thematic tension between her personal struggles with mental health and her desire for freedom and self-expression.
Music Video
The song has an accompanying music video, directed by Brett Vapnek, which showcases Marshall playing guitar and singing. - The video adds to the raw and intimate feeling of the song.
Influence
Cat Power and songs like "He War" have been considered influential on later indie rock and singer-songwriter artists.

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