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Power Is Power

Power Is Power

2019 single by SZA, the Weeknd, and Travis Scott

"Power Is Power" is a song by American singer-songwriter SZA, Canadian singer-songwriter the Weeknd, and American rapper Travis Scott. It was released as the lead single from the Game of Thrones companion soundtrack, For the Throne, on April 18, 2019.[1]

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Background and release

In early April of that year, rumours regarding the possibility of a Game of Thrones inspired track by SZA, the Weeknd, and Travis Scott began to circulate around the web.[2] The artists' involvement on the For the Throne soundtrack was then later confirmed on April 8, via an announcement of the soundtrack by Columbia Records.[3] Following the release of the promotional singles "Kingdom of One" by Maren Morris and "Nightshade" by The Lumineers on April 12,[2] SZA then later shared the cover art and release date of the song, on her Instagram profile on April 16.[4]

Composition and lyrics

The title of the song is a line spoken by the character Cersei Lannister in the HBO TV series Game of Thrones, the song's lyrics however revolve around the character Jon Snow.[5] Writers at the time interpreted the lyrics as possibly foreshadowing the aforementioned character winning out the conclusion of the show.[6][7]

Music video

The official music video was first teased on April 20, 2019, and features a medieval theme, reminiscent of its source show Game of Thrones.[8] It was directed by Anthony Mandler and released on May 5, 2019.[9]

Charts

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Certifications

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Release history

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