Anxiety (Sleepy Hallow song) explained

Anxiety
Type:single
Artist:Sleepy Hallow featuring Doechii
Album:Boy Meets World
Released:September 15, 2023
Length:2:28
Producer:Great John
Chronology:Sleepy Hallow
Prev Title:For You
Prev Year:2023

"Anxiety" (stylized as "A N X I E T Y") is a song by American rapper Sleepy Hallow featuring American rapper and singer Doechii, released on September 15, 2023. It is the fifth single from the former's second studio album Boy Meets World, which was released the same day. Produced by Great John, the song contains a sample of "Somebody That I Used to Know" by Gotye.

Composition

The song finds Sleepy Hallow discussing his anxiety and vulnerabilities concerning mental health,[1] [2] such as his inability to think clearly or overcome his "demons", and how he aims to recover. In addition to this issue, he also denounces fame. The chorus is performed by Doechii.

Music video

The music video was directed by Nimi Hendrix and released on September 27, 2023. It shows Sleepy Hallow in a recording studio. The clip also features "infrared visual effects and trippy cinematographic tactics".

Charts

Chart (2023–2024)! scope="col"
Peak
position
Australia (ARIA)[3] 89
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[4] 42
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[5] 4
US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)[6] 3
US Rhythmic (Billboard)[7] 31

Notes and References

  1. Lamarre . Carl . R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks of the Week: Sleepy Hallow, Denzel Curry, Cleo Sol & More . . 14 October 2023 . September 18, 2023.
  2. Web site: Bernstein . Elaina . Sleepy Hallow and Doechii Keep It Real on "A N X I E T Y" . . 14 October 2023 . September 27, 2023.
  3. The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 25 September 2023. The ARIA Report. Australian Recording Industry Association. 1751. 4. September 25, 2023.
  4. Canadian Hot 100 Chart: Week of September 30, 2023. Billboard. September 26, 2023.
  5. Web site: NZ Hot Singles Chart. Recorded Music NZ. September 25, 2023.
  6. Bubbling Under Hot 100: Week of September 30, 2023. Billboard. September 26, 2023.
  7. Rhythmic Airplay: Week of February 17, 2024. Billboard. February 13, 2024.