Tenille Townes, Bryan Adams - The Thing That Wrecks You Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote 'The Thing That Wrecks You'?

   The song was originally written by Tenille Townes, Kate York, and Daniel Tashian.

2. Which artists collaborated on the 2023 version of 'The Thing That Wrecks You'?

   The 2023 version of 'The Thing That Wrecks You' features Tenille Townes in a duet with Bryan Adams.

3. What inspired the collaboration between Tenille Townes and Bryan Adams?

   Tenille Townes and Bryan Adams met at Adams' Vancouver studio, The Warehouse. Although the chance of collaborating seemed slim, Townes thought the song would be a perfect fit for their voices, and to her surprise, Adams agreed to the duet.

4. What are some key differences between Lady Antebellum's version and Tenille Townes' version with Bryan Adams?

   In Tenille Townes' version with Bryan Adams, the first verse features alternate lyrics. For example, Townes compares her lover to 'a photograph in a house of flames' instead of 'a bird in flight to a house of flames' from Lady A's rendition. Additionally, Bryan Adams brought his own ideas to the song, earning a songwriting credit.

5. Did Lady Antebellum release their version of 'The Thing That Wrecks You' as a single?

   No, Lady Antebellum (now Lady A) did not release their version as a single, but it was considered a key part of their album due to its artistic and emotional impact.

6. What did Lady Antebellum find impressive about working with Little Big Town on this song?

   Lady Antebellum was particularly impressed by watching Little Big Town work out their harmonies in the studio. Singer/guitarist Dave Haywood described it as a 'master class in vocal parts and arrangements,' with the added challenge of integrating four-part harmony into their existing three-part harmony.