Wolf (Saint Asonia song) explained

Wolf
Cover:	Wolf Saint Asonia.jpg
Type:	single
Album:	Introvert/Extrovert
Released:	October 21, 2022 November 10, 2023
Genre:	Alternative metal
Length:	3:18
Label:	Spinefarm Records
Producer:	Anton DeLost
Chronology:	Saint Asonia
Prev Title:	Above It All
Prev Year:	2022
Next Title:	Devastate
Next Year:	2023

"Wolf" is a song by Canadian-American rock supergroup Saint Asonia. It was released on October 21, 2022, as the lead single from their second EP, Extrovert.^[1] The song was re-released on November 10, 2023, featuring John Cooper of Skillet.^[2]

Background

"Wolf" has been described as "a battle cry and an anthem of survival" track.^[3] The song was inspired by the chaos and violence that many people in the world face and learning how to fight back to stay alive.^[3] Adam Gontier stated, "So often we have to fight, scratch, and crawl our way out of unbearably difficult times, making our way to the surface for a moment, just to be thrown back in. It kinda feels like we're always under attack."^[3]

On November 10, 2023, the band re-released "Wolf" with guest vocals from John Cooper of Skillet.^[4] Gontier called the collaboration an honor. The collaboration came together after the group spent that year touring with each other on the Rock Resurrection tour.^[5]

Critical reception

"Wolf" was met with mixed reviews from music critics. Samuel Stevens of Crucial Rhythm called the song the most memorable track from the EP, praising its catchy chorus and Mike Mushok's guitar work.^[6] In contrast, Reggie Edwards of Front Row Report stated "'Wolf' isn't even the best song on the EP."^[7]

Music video

The group shared an official visualizer for "Wolf" on October 27, 2022.^[3] The band premiered a live music video for the song, featuring John Cooper on January 16, 2024.^[8] The video was shot on November 22, 2023, in Salem, Virginia and was directed by Justin Reich.^[9] It was recorded during the band's run on the Rock Resurrection tour.^[10]

Credits and personnel

Credits for "Wolf" adapted from AllMusic.^[11]

Saint Asonia

• Adam Gontier – lead vocals, rhythm guitar, composer, lyricist
• Mike Mushok – lead guitar
• Cale Gontier – bass guitar
• Cody Watkins – drums

Additional musicians

• John Cooper – featured artist

Production

• Anton DeLost – mixing, producer, recording
• Johnny Andrews – composer, lyricist
• Ted Jensen – mastering

Release history

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Date	Version	Format	Label
Various	October 21, 2022	Original		Spinefarm	^[13]
	November 10, 2023	Featuring John Cooper

Notes and References

1. Web site: Saint Asonia announces new 'Extrovert' EP; listen to single "Wolf" now. ABC Audio. Josh Johnson. October 27, 2022. February 18, 2024.
2. John Cooper: Adds Vocals To Saint Asonia Song. Heaven's Metal. November 14, 2023. February 18, 2024.
3. Web site: Saint Asonia Shares "Wolf" Visualizer. Johan Wippsson. Melodic. October 27, 2022. February 18, 2024.
4. Web site: Saint Asonia Release New Version of 'Wolf' Featuring Skillet Vocalist John Cooper: Official Visualizer Streaming. Bravewords. November 10, 2023. February 18, 2024.
5. Web site: Saint Asonia Share Lyric Video For New Version Of "Wolf" Featuring Skillet's John Cooper. Melodic. Johan Wippsson. November 13, 2023. February 18, 2024.
6. Web site: Saint Asonia - Extrovert EP. Samuel Stevens. Crucial Rhythm. November 16, 2022. February 18, 2024.
7. Web site: Review: Saint Asonia- Extrovert. The Front Row Report. Reggie Edwards. February 18, 2024.
8. Web site: Saint Asonia Share Lyric Video For New Version Of "Wolf" Featuring Skillet's John Cooper. Melodic. Johan Wippsson. January 16, 2024. February 18, 2024.
9. Web site: Saint Asonia release 'Wolf' video. Front Row Report. February 18, 2024.
10. Web site: Saint Asonia rocks with Skillet's John Cooper in new "Wolf" video. ABC Audio. Josh Johnson. January 16, 2024. February 18, 2024.
11. Web site: Wolf - Saint Asonia Credits. AllMusic. February 18, 2024.
12. Mainstream Rock Songs: March 30, 2024. Billboard. March 30, 2024. April 5, 2024.
13. Web site: Saint Asonia Announce New "Extrovert" EP + Share "Wolf". Spinefarm Records. October 27, 2022. February 18, 2024.