Throwing Punches
Paramore · Other Songs - Paramore
And it's begging to swallow you whole
Each step you take
Makes it easier to fall on your face
Each tear you fake
Makes it easier to see straight through you now
And you're so hateful sometimes
Throwing punches at lies
Fall from somewhere above
Just to say you're in love
So you hang yourself from stolen dreams
And under the table you hide every stain
Each step you take
Getting closer
Makes it easier to fall on your face
Each death you fake
Getting closer
Makes it easier to love this way now
You're so hateful sometimes
Throwing punches at lies
Fall from somewhere above
Just to say you're in love
Watch it disappear
The dream you hold so dear
Let it fade, let it fade now
You're so hateful sometimes
Throwing punches at lies
Fall from somewhere above
Just to say you're in love
Throwing Punches - Paramore
Released as a standalone single, "Throwing Punches" by Paramore stands as a defining track from the band's evolution into a mature rock force. The song exemplifies the group's signature blend of melodic pop sensibilities with aggressive, punk-inflected energy, showcasing frontwoman Hayley Williams' vocal range and lyrical intensity. Without an album attachment, the recording functions as a standalone statement of their mid-to-late 2010s sound, characterized by driving rhythms and anthemic choruses that resonated with fans of the genre. It reflects the band's continued exploration of themes regarding personal struggle and resilience, delivered with a polished production that bridges the gap between their earlier alternative metal roots and their subsequent pop-rock direction.