Dennis Lloydв Anxious 〈2024〉
The song features a folk-tinged production that highlights his raw vocals and honest songwriting, differing slightly from some of his earlier, more electronic-infused hits. Versions: Official Video: Released on YouTube on January 22, 2021.
The song revolves around feelings of being trapped, fighting a mental battle alone, and the feeling of overwhelming anxiety. Lyrics include, "I keep feeling anxious, baby / These are the nights when I just keep feeling nervous, help me / Why do I feel like I'm fighting on my own?". Dennis LloydÐ’Â Anxious
Lloyd described the experience as a "horrible time" where his "head was spinning" and his "heart [was] pounding". He felt like the world was collapsing around him, a feeling that heavily influenced the song's lyrical content and raw emotional delivery. The song features a folk-tinged production that highlights
The song was born out of a year-long dispute with a previous record label regarding release strategies. The label blocked him from releasing music that did not align with their creative direction, triggering a downward spiral of depression and anxiety. Lyrics include, "I keep feeling anxious, baby /
The track was designed to break the silence on these issues and remind listeners experiencing similar, universal struggles of loneliness that they are not alone. Musical and Lyrical Breakdown
A popular live version was released, showcasing the song in an atmospheric, acoustic setting. Critical and Audience Reception
Critics noted the song as a "triumphant return" that showed a new level of vulnerability from the "Nevermind" singer.
