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H​a​m​m​e​r t​o t​h​e H​e​a​r​t — Teddy Swims Lyrics

Album: I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2)  

"Hammer to the Heart" Lyrics, Teddy Swims: Song Details and Overview

Teddy Swims, Hammer to the Heart lyrics
Teddy Swims singing the 'Hammer to the Heart' in music video.
  • Producers: Matt Zara & Julian Bunetta
  • Release Date: April 26, 2024
  • Genre: Pop, Soul
  • Label: Warner Records
  • Album: I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1.5)
  • Language: English
  • Writers: Julian Bunetta, Matt Zara, Mikky Ekko, Rocky Block & Teddy Swims
  • Vocals: Teddy Swims
  • Keyboards and Synthesizer: Matt Zara
  • Drums and Percussion: Julian Bunetta & Matt Zara

Exploring the Meaning of "Hammer to the Heart"

Teddy Swims performing Hammer to the Heart
Performance of 'Hammer to the Heart' by Teddy Swims in the music video.
"Hammer to the Heart" is an emotionally charged ballad that delves deep into the cycles of vulnerability, heartbreak, and love. Teddy Swims’ poignant delivery captures the turmoil of a toxic relationship, where passion and pain intertwine. The metaphor of being as fragile as porcelain in someone's hands speaks to the fragility of trust and emotional well-being in a love that is both alluring and destructive.

Key Themes and Imagery

The song centers around themes of emotional dependency and the agony of betrayal. Phrases like "hammer to the heart" vividly illustrate the emotional blow inflicted by a lover's actions. The repeated cycle of leaving and returning, as described in the bridge, portrays the addictive nature of a toxic relationship, where moments of passion are overshadowed by recurring pain.

Production and Style

Produced by Matt Zara and Julian Bunetta, the track blends soulful vocals with modern pop sensibilities. Layers of strings and synthesizers create an atmosphere of vulnerability, while rhythmic percussion underscores the emotional intensity. Teddy Swims' raw and heartfelt voice elevates the song’s emotional depth, making it relatable to anyone who has experienced the highs and lows of love.

Songs Similar to "Hammer to the Heart"

Thumbnail from Hammer to the Heart lyric video by Teddy Swims
Screenshot from the 'Hammer to the Heart' music video, capturing the mood and meaning of the song.
  1. Someone You Loved by Lewis Capaldi: This emotional ballad shares the vulnerability and heartbreak evident in "Hammer to the Heart". The simplicity of the melody allows the raw emotion to shine through.
  2. Back to Black by Amy Winehouse: Both tracks explore the addictive nature of toxic relationships and the struggle of letting go.
  3. Fix You by Coldplay: With its uplifting yet melancholic tone, it complements Teddy Swims’ exploration of heartbreak and recovery.
  4. When I Was Your Man by Bruno Mars: This reflective ballad mirrors the regret and longing present in "Hammer to the Heart".
  5. All I Want by Kodaline: This song captures the deep yearning and emotional pain of unfulfilled love, resonating with the themes of Swims' track.
  6. Jar of Hearts by Christina Perri: Both tracks highlight the emotional scars left by a toxic relationship.
  7. Stay by Rihanna ft. Mikky Ekko: This duet shares the fragility and emotional rawness evident in "Hammer to the Heart".
  8. Let Her Go by Passenger: This track complements Swims' narrative of love and loss with its acoustic simplicity and heartfelt lyrics.

Chart Performance and Awards

Scene from Hammer to the Heart track by Teddy Swims
Visual effects scene from 'Hammer to the Heart' enhancing the experience of the song words and music.
Upon its release, "Hammer to the Heart" quickly garnered attention for its soulful lyrics and powerful vocal performance. Fans praised Teddy Swims for his ability to convey deep emotions with authenticity. Critics noted the song's masterful production and its universal appeal, making it a standout track on the album.
“Porcelain in your hands bound to fall apart—this line alone gave me chills. Teddy Swims is a master of emotional storytelling.”
– Music Critic
“This song hits like a hammer indeed—right to the feels.”
– Fan comment

H​a​m​m​e​r t​o t​h​e H​e​a​r​t by Teddy Swims


[Intro]
(Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh)
(Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh)
(Ooh)

[Verse 1]
Got you cryin' on my shoulder, and I know better than to listen (Oh-oh-oh)
Just 'cause you're staying over, doesn't mean that you're forgiven (Oh-oh-oh)
We both know what you done, what you done
Don't love anyone, anyone
Anyone but yourself, oh

[Pre-Chorus]
(Ooh-ooh-ooh) Just when I think I've found the strength to go and push you away, away
Oh-oh, I pull you in again, oh, I'm such a sucker for the pain, pain, pain

[Chorus]
Baby (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I'm helpless, baby (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
Porcelain in your hands
Bound to fall apart
You know how to break me
Hammer to the heart

[Verse 2]
Caption it passion, and then
Capture me, trap me instead
Happy to die in that web, wrapped in the sheets of your bed
Ooh, know the only way I'm leaving
Ooh, is in pieces
[Pre-Chorus]
(Ooh-ooh-ooh) Just when I think I've found the strength to go and push you away, away
Oh-oh, I pull you in again
Oh, I'm such a sucker for the pain, pain, pain

[Chorus]
Baby (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I'm helpless, baby (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
Porcelain in your hands
Bound to fall apart
You know how to break me
Hammer to the heart

[Bridge]
Why do you do this to me?
Leave and come back and repeat
Sound of the crash when you swing (Oh-oh-oh)
Why do you do this to me?
Leave and come back and repeat
Sounds like it's just what I need (Oh-oh-oh)

[Chorus]
Baby
I'm helpless, baby
Porcelain in your hands
Bound to fall apart
You know how to break me
Hammer to the heart
Baby (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I'm helpless, baby (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
Porcelain in your hands
Bound to fall apart
You know how to break me
Hammer to the heart
[Outro]
(Oh-oh-oh-oh) Oh-oh, oh, oh-oh
(Oh-oh-oh-oh)
Porcelain in your hands
Bound to fall apart
You know how to break me
Hammer to the heart



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