Wrecking Ball
Sam Tsui & Kylee Lyrics

The lyrics of Sam Tsui & Kylee's "Wrecking Ball" express the raw and passionate intensity of a tumultuous love affair that ultimately ended in disaster. The couple fought and struggled to maintain their relationship, but they could not overcome their differences. They were both equally invested in the love and both willing to sacrifice everything to keep it alive, but ultimately, it all falls apart. The singer laments about the past, the mistakes they made, and how their love ended as ashes on the ground. They cannot deny their continued longing for their former lover, and the insistent refrain "I will always want you" underscores this sentiment.

The chorus, “I came in like a wrecking ball,” is a metaphor for the singer's entrance into the relationship. It suggests the sudden and explosive manner in which they loved, which was both destructive and beautiful at the same time. They approached the relationship with vulnerability and fearlessness, ready to do whatever it took to break down the other person's emotional barriers. But this love was also the source of their pain, as they were both equally passionate and equally destructive towards one another.

One of the interesting facts about this song is that it was originally written by Miley Cyrus for her own album, but Sam Tsui and Kylee took it to another level by infusing it with their own harmonies and stylistic sensibilities. This video became viral in 2013, featuring Tsui's exquisite vocals alongside Kylee's rich alto range. Another interesting fact is that the song was co-written by Sacha Skarbek who has written songs for James Blunt and Adele. Lastly, the song's video was filmed amidst a set of some of the best known landmarks of Los Angeles including the Hollywood Sign, the Mar Vista trampoline park, and even the YouTube Space LA.

Chords: (Verse & Chorus) Dm Am C G (Bridge) Dm Am C F