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The American blues-rock star has experienced more heartbreak warfare than most, with high profile relationships with stars such as Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Aniston collapsing in the public eye, so the title of this single seems honest and appropriate. Drawing on his experiences it's perhaps also not too surprising that this track - as much of his 2009 fourth studio album 'Battle Studies' does - takes a slightly more rock ballad direction than the soft blues of his previous material. Still smooth and slick, with the LA-based singer's distinctive crooned vocals, some dreamlike effects and a solid drum beat, the lyrics reveal a darker, moodier side. "Drop his name, push it in and twist the knife again. Watch my face as I pretend to feel no pain" and "Red wine and ambient, you’re talking s**t again. Its heartbreak warfare" are lines that show how Mayer is wearing his broken heart on his tattooed sleeve.
Ian Chaddock~ Copyright (c) Shazam Entertainment Limited 2010. All rights reserved
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