A Match Into Water

About this song

Many listeners have assumed the song deals with self harm and suicide because of its opening lines. The text says the song was actually written about Vic Fuentes's ex-girlfriend being diagnosed with breast cancer and her struggle to beat it.

What it's about

The song is about watching a loved one fight breast cancer, with the narrator still caring for her and pleading for her to recover.

Fun facts

• Covered once, including “A Match Into Water by CottontailVA (Ft. OBKATIEKAT)”.
• Written by Vic Fuentes and Mike Fuentes.
• Produced by Dan Korneff and Kato Khandwala.
• Recorded at House of Loud.