The inspiration for ‘Paper Cuts’ came from a shameful and bitter exchange of letters between myself and a family member. However, it has actually ended up being a break-up song. The narrative takes the listener through the painful journey of hurt and disbelief of reading indelible untruths and how once committed to written word, the author cannot rescind. The twist in the last verse is sweet though as the recipient finds the inner strength to volte-face with a return to sender ‘up yours’. The song is also apt as an antidote to keyboard warrior trolls, whereby the victim feels no longer vulnerable.
