"Bullet with Butterfly Wings" is a song by the American alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins, released in 1995 as part of their album Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness. The song features a blend of heavy guitar riffs and melancholic lyrics, exploring themes of despair and the struggle for identity. It became one of the band's most popular tracks, receiving critical acclaim and commercial success. The song's title symbolizes the contrast between beauty and pain, reflecting the complexities of human emotions. Its distinctive sound and poignant message helped solidify The Smashing Pumpkins as a significant force in the 1990s rock scene.