Uncomfortably Numb
single by American Football featuring Hayley Williams
"Uncomfortably Numb" is a song by the American emo band American Football. It was released on January 22, 2019, as the second single from their third self-titled album.
The track features Mike Kinsella and Paramore vocalist Hayley Williams alternating verses of a narrative. This collaboration marks a radical change in the band's sound from their mathy emo roots to a dreamier, more atmospheric sound with lyrical maturation and noticeably refined production quality.
The song has received critical acclaim and is considered an album highlight.
Alongside the song, a music video was also released which follows the narrative of the song and stars former Workaholics star Blake Anderson and pro skater Paul Rodriguez.
Personnel
Personnel taken from American Football liner notes.
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