War Paint
Kelly Clarkson · Piece By Piece (Deluxe) [2015]
Building trenches out of empty spaces
Lay here next to me
Enclose the distance in between
I'll take off yours if you take off mine
Reveal the things that we're trying to hide
Take off yours if you take off mine
Take off mine, yeah
'Cause we would be beautiful without our war paint
Our war paint
And we could have it all once we let our walls break
Our walls break
Why in the hell do we fight on the front line
We both know that we're here on the same side
We could be beautiful without the mistake of our war paint
Scar to scar, I want to know every story that you've never told
Don't shut me out, don't think too much
Don't keep that barricade up
I'll take off yours if you take off mine
Reveal the things that we're trying to hide
Take off yours if you take off mine
Take off mine, yeah
'Cause we would be beautiful without our war paint
Our war paint
And we could have it all once we let our walls break
Our walls break
Why in the hell do we fight on the front line
We both know that we're here on the same side
We could be beautiful without the mistake of our war paint
So hold me close and kiss my skin
Don't be afraid, let me in
I'll hold you close and take your hand to my heart
Here I am, yeah
'Cause we would be beautiful without our war paint
Our war paint
And we could have it all once we let our walls break
Our walls break
Why in the hell do we fight on the front line
We both know that we're here on the same side
We could be beautiful without the mistake of our war paint
'Cause we would be beautiful without our war paint
Our war paint
And we could have it all once we let our walls break
Our walls break
Why in the hell do we fight on the front line
We both know that we're here on the same side
We could be beautiful without the mistake of our war paint
Our war paint
War Paint
Kelly Clarkson's "War Paint" serves as a poignant centerpiece on her 2015 album *Piece by Piece (Deluxe)*, marking a significant evolution in her vocal delivery and songwriting maturity. Released during a period where Clarkson explored themes of self-discovery and emotional resilience, the track blends pop-rock energy with introspective lyricism. The song features Clarkson's signature powerful voice, characterized by dynamic shifts from breathy intimacy to soaring belting, reflecting the album's broader narrative of healing and personal growth. As part of her extensive discography spanning multiple decades, "War Paint" stands as a testament to her ability to craft anthems that resonate deeply with listeners while maintaining a distinct artistic identity within the contemporary pop genre.