This Is War (official Video) - Alter Bridge -

Kennedy noted that the song "came from a dream," describing it as if the universe dropped the idea on him.

Contrary to its literal-sounding title, lead singer Myles Kennedy has stated that the song is primarily about the internal war one wages within themselves. It addresses struggles with self-doubt, anxiety, and the pressure to not compromise one's identity.

Check out the official lyric video for "This Is War" to see the intense visuals that accompany this track: Alter Bridge - This Is War (Official Video) Alter Bridge YouTube• Oct 4, 2022 Alter Bridge – This Is War Lyrics - Genius Alter Bridge - This Is War (Official Video)

The track is noted for its heavy, driving energy and technical proficiency:

The song showcases Kennedy's expansive vocal range, particularly his ability to shift from haunting melodies to powerful, belt-driven choruses. Official Video Details Kennedy noted that the song "came from a

The official lyric video was created by longtime Alter Bridge visual collaborator Wayne Joyner .

The video uses striking, dark imagery to complement the aggressive nature of the music, emphasizing the "army of shadows" and "demons of the mind" mentioned in the lyrics. Check out the official lyric video for "This

"This Is War" serves as the aggressive, high-energy opening track for Alter Bridge's seventh studio album, Pawns & Kings . Released in October 2022, the song and its accompanying official lyric video set a bombastic tone for what the band described as their "most aggressive collection of songs to date".