"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).

[6] The lyrics of the single—written by lead singer and primary songwriter Tyler Connolly along with ex-wife Christine Connolly—discuss the topic of domestic violence and was greatly inspired by the #MeToo movement.

[3][7] Tyler spoke of the song, "'History of Violence' tells the sad story of a girl trapped in a life of domestic abuse, leaving her with what she feels is the only way to escape.

The subject of domestic abuse was later established as the remaining lyrics were penned, with the assistance of Christine; Tyler acknowledged and appreciated the perspective of a woman and being the member of an all-male band, felt compelled to release a song in an effort to help women.

[14][15] Its narrative focuses on the story of a woman enduring the abusive behavior of her husband; after shooting and killing him, she is sentenced to prison, which ultimately leads her to a feeling of freedom.