Wrecking Ball
Miley Cyrus · Bangerz [2013]
We clawed, we chained our hearts in vain
We jumped, never asking why
We kissed, I fell under your spell
A love no one could deny
[Pre-Chorus]
Don't you ever say I just walked away
I will always want you
I can't live a lie, running for my life
I will always want you
[Chorus]
I came in like a wrecking ball
I never hit so hard in love
All I wanted was to break your walls
All you ever did was wreck me
Yeah, you wreck me
[Verse 2]
I put you high up in the sky
And now, you're not coming down
It slowly turned, you let me burn
And now, we're ashes on the ground
[Pre-Chorus]
Don't you ever say I just walked away
I will always want you
I can't live a lie, running for my life
I will always want you
[Chorus]
I came in like a wrecking ball
I never hit so hard in love
All I wanted was to break your walls
All you ever did was wreck me
I came in like a wrecking ball
Yeah, I just closed my eyes and swung
Left me crouching in a blaze and fall
All you ever did was wreck me
Yeah, you wreck me
[Bridge]
I never meant to start a war
I just wanted you to let me in
And instead of using force
I guess I should've let you in
I never meant to start a war
I just wanted you to let me in
I guess I should've let you in
Don't you ever say I just walked away
I will always want you
[Chorus]
I came in like a wrecking ball
I never hit so hard in love
All I wanted was to break your walls
All you ever did was wreck me
I came in like a wrecking ball
Yeah, I just closed my eyes and swung
Left me crouching in a blaze and fall
All you ever did was wreck me
Yeah, you wreck me
Wrecking Ball
Released in 2013, "Wrecking Ball" stands as a defining track in Miley Cyrus's transition from child star to mature pop artist. The song, featured on her album *Bangerz*, blends electronic dance elements with a driving rhythm that became a global phenomenon. Its distinctive sound and Cyrus's vocal delivery marked a significant shift in her musical direction, moving away from her earlier Disney-era persona toward a more adult-oriented pop sound. The track's success propelled Cyrus to new heights in the music industry, establishing her as a leading figure in contemporary pop culture. Beyond its commercial impact, the song remains a cultural touchstone, often associated with themes of emotional vulnerability and resilience. Its enduring popularity highlights Cyrus's ability to craft a recording that resonates across generations while maintaining relevance in the modern music landscape.