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Punching Bag

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Punching Bag Lyrics

[Verse 1]
This empty feeling sets in my chest and I start to worry
Try to push it down, cast it out, but I can't control it, ah
Hanging on by the strings that you're pulling

So you cut me down just to push me around like I'm your

[Pre-Chorus]
Punching bag
Just another pot calling the kettle black
Take it out on someone who won't hit you back
'Til we're all as broken as you
Oh, yeah

[Chorus]
So say goodbye to your Mr. Nice Guy
You got your wish, he's rotting in hell

I'm up all night when you think I'm sleeping
People-pleasing's never good for your health
So go fuck yourself

[Verse 2]
On this episode of "Friend or Foe?", you're throwing stones
And hope I'd tie a rope 'round my throat 'til I start to choke
You're a sick, persistent virus under my skin
Rather set myself on fire than let you win
I could give you the world, but you'd poison the seas
I could let down my guard, but then all that I'd be is just your
[Pre-Chorus]
Punching bag
Just another pot calling the kettle black
Take it out on someone who won't hit you back
'Til we're all as broken as you
Oh, yeah

[Chorus]
So say goodbye to your Mr. Nice Guy
You got your wish, he's rotting in hell
I'm up all night when you think I'm sleeping
People-pleasing's never good for your health
So go fuck yourself

[Chorus]
So say goodbye to your Mr. Nice Guy
You got your wish, he's rotting in hell
I'm up all night when you think I'm sleeping
People-pleasing's never good for your health
Say goodbye to your Mr. Nice Guy
You got your wish, he's rotting in hell
I'm up all night when you think I'm sleeping
People-pleasing's never good for your health
So go fuck yourself

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Punching Bag by Set It Off was the first single released as part of their new Dopamine Era. Long-time Set It Off fans are overjoyed to hear the band going back to their heavy, rock-type roots, while still maintaining the modern edge and alternative style they’ve been known for.

The song has done incredibly well, reaching number one on Rock Radio and SiriusXM Octane, and held its place for four to five weeks. It has also been played on a number of stations across the US, and has broken into their top 10 songs on Spotify and Apple Music.

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March 24, 2023
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