"Biting My Tongue" is a song by Australian pop duo

The Veronicas The Veronicas is an Australian pop duo from Brisbane. The group was formed in 2004 by identical twin sisters Lisa and Jessica Origliasso. In 2005, the Veronicas released their debut studio album, titled '' The Secret Life of...'', which peak ...

, released as a single on 3 July 2020 through

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as the lead single from their fifth studio album ''

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'' (2021).

Background

The release of "Biting My Tongue" was announced by The Veronicas in late June 2020 along with the title of their fifth studio album ''Human''. On the single's release date, they also uploaded a preview for the song's music video.

Jessica Origliasso Jessica Origliasso (born 25 December 1984) is an Australian singer-songwriter and producer. She and her twin sister formed the pop band The Veronicas. Biography 1984–2003: Early life and career beginnings Jessica Louise Origliasso was born ...

described the song as "really about saying 'I need to declare my undying love for you. No regrets." with

Lisa Origliasso Lisa Marie Huffman (née Origliasso; born 25 December 1984) is an Australian singer-songwriter. Born and raised in Albany Creek, Queensland, Lisa and her identical twin sister, Jessica Origliasso, performed in show business at a young age. Ori ...

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Music video

"Biting My Tongue" marked the directorial debut for The Veronicas. The music video features twins Bud and Aidan Brennan Williams. The video was released on July 21, 2020.

Critical reception

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'' described "Biting My Tongue" as an "exuberant pop anthem which captures the pair at their absolute best".

Background

Music video

Critical reception

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