"Stuck in My Head" is a song by American rock band Sleep Theory. Originally released as a standalone single in 2024, it was later included as the first single on their debut album, Afterglow. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart in February 2025.
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| Single by Sleep Theory | ||||
| from the album Afterglow | ||||
| Released | July 18, 2024 | |||
| Genre | Nu metal | |||
| Length | 3:17 | |||
| Label | Epitaph | |||
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| Producer | Cowell | |||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Stuck in My Head" on YouTube | ||||
Background and release
editThe song was released on July 18, 2024, accompanied by an official music video. BraveWords described the song as having propulsive riffing and an unforgettable, heartfelt chorus.[1] The band said the song reflects their experiences and emotions, and the video showcases their musical and visual evolution.[2]
Composition and lyrics
edit"Stuck in My Head" is a nu rock track combining elements reminiscent of Linkin Park with pop-rock hooks. Frontman Cullen Moore sings with an R&B-influenced style throughout the song. The lyrics are about feeling nostalgic and how a song you know well can suddenly bring back memories of a past relationship.[3] Kerrang! stated that the song reflects a songwriter who grew up listening to Michael Jackson and Bobby Brown, while still maintaining a rock sound.[4]
Reception
editChart performance
editIt reached No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart on February 22, 2025, their first song to do so.[6] It also ranked No. 16 on Rock Sound's Top 24 Songs of 2024[7] and was one of the most-played rock radio tracks in 2025.[8]
Track listing
editPersonnel
editCredits adapted from Apple Music.[11]
Sleep Theory
- Cullen Moore – vocals, songwriter
- Paolo Vergara – bass, songwriter
- Ben Pruitt – drums, songwriter
- Daniel Pruitt – guitar, songwriter
Additional credit
- David Cowell – producer
Charts
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Weekly charts
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Year-end charts |
References
edit- ↑ "Sleep Theory Share Video For New Single Stuck In My Head". BraveWords. July 18, 2024. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ Weaver, James (July 18, 2024). "Sleep Theory release new music video for 'Stuck In My Head'". Distorted Sound. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ Adams, Gregory (July 18, 2024). "Hear Sleep Theory's Nu-Rock Heartbreaker "Stuck in My Head"". Revolver. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ Law, Sam (May 16, 2025). "Album review: Sleep Theory – Afterglow". Kerrang!. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ Goodwin, Victoria (May 16, 2025). "Sleep Theory's debut album, Afterglow, ushers in a heavier era for the band–Album Review". Melodic. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- 1 2 Rutherford, Kevin (February 19, 2025). "Sleep Theory Scores First Billboard Chart No. 1 With 'Stuck In My Head'". Billboard. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ Wilson-Taylor, James (December 19, 2024). "Rock Sound's Top 24 Songs Of 2024". Rock Sound. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ DiVita, Joe (August 30, 2025). "The 25 Most-Played Songs on Rock Radio in 2025 (So Far)". Loudwire. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ "Stuck in My Head - Single - by Sleep Theory - Apple Music". Apple Music. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ↑ "Stuck In My Head - Single by Sleep Theory - Spotify". Spotify. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ↑ "Stuck in My Head - Single by Sleep Theory". Apple Music. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ "Mainstream Rock Airplay - Billboard Canada". Billboard Canada. June 28, 2025. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ↑ "Rock & Alternative Airplay". Billboard. March 1, 2025. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ "Rock & Alternative Airplay Songs – Year-End 2025". Billboard. Archived from the original on December 11, 2025. Retrieved January 5, 2026.
- ↑ "Mainstream Rock Airplay Songs – Year-End 2025". Billboard. Archived from the original on December 9, 2025. Retrieved June 4, 2026.