History of Violence (song)

"History of Violence" is a song performed by Canadian rock band Theory of a Deadman, a single from their seventh studio album, Say Nothing (2020). It was produced by Martin Terefe and recorded at Kensaltown Recording Studios in London. The band's transition into the pop rock genre is still evident in "History of Violence", and has been associated with lead singer Tyler Connolly's piano-playing ability, which forced a change in songwriting style and was acquired prior to the recording of their sixth record, Wake Up Call (2017). "History of Violence" marked the group's fourth single to top the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart in the United States, and appeared on the Billboard Canada Rock, Rock Airplay, and Hot Rock Songs charts as well.

"History of Violence" was written by Connolly and ex-wife Christine Connolly, and was released alongside its music video on September 25, 2019, as the lead single from Say Nothing, serving as an instant download on pre-orders of the album. The song's lyrics address the topic of domestic violence with the band encouraging their fans to contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline should they or someone they know need assistance or guidance in dealing with domestic abuse.