"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.
Background and release The 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. The band said the song captures their journey and the emotions they experienced along the way, and that the video marks the next step in their musical and visual evolution.
Composition and lyrics "Stuck in My Head" is a nu rock track combining Linkin Park-style arena heaviness with pop-rock hooks. Frontman Cullen Moore sings with an R&B-influenced style throughout the song. The lyrics concern "nostalgic yearning" and how a familiar song can bring back memories of a past relationship. Kerrang! stated that the song is the work of a songwriter who grew up listening to Bobby Brown and Michael Jackson, but said it still rocks.
Reception According to Melodic, the song was referred to as a viral single and was included among the album's recommended tracks.
Chart performance It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart on February 22, 2025, their first song to do so. It also ranked No. 16 on Rock Sounds Top 24 Songs of 2024 and was one of the most-played rock radio tracks in 2025.
Track listing
Personnel Credits adapted from Apple Music.
Sleep Theory Cullen Moore – vocals, songwriter Paolo Vergara – bass, songwriter Ben Pruitt – drums, songwriter Daniel Pruitt – guitar, songwriter
Additional credit David Cowell – producer
Charts
Weekly charts + Weekly chart performance for "Stuck in My Head" Chart (2025) PeakpositionCanada Mainstream Rock (Billboard) 39US Rock & Alternative Airplay (Billboard)11US Mainstream Rock Airplay (Billboard)1
Year-end charts + Year-end chart performance for "Stuck in My Head" Chart (2025) PositionUS Rock & Alternative Airplay (Billboard)49US Mainstream Rock Airplay (Billboard)9
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