| Cover | Self_Destructor_(Chevelle).jpg |
|---|---|
| Artist | Chevelle |
| Album | NIRATIAS |
| Released | January 8, 2021[1] |
| Length | 5:47 |
| Label | Epic |
| Writer |
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| Producer | Joe Barresi |
| Prev year | 2018 |
| Next year | 2021 |
"Self Destructor" is a song by American rock band Chevelle. The song was released as the lead single from the band's ninth studio album NIRATIAS. The single reached no. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, becoming the band's sixth song to do so, and 35th on the Billboard Alternative Airplay chart. This track is included in the 2021 film, Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard.[2] James LaBrie of Dream Theater called it his favorite song of 2021.[3]
Composition
In an interview with Loudwire, frontman Pete Loeffler stated that the song was written in 2019 and is about science deniers.[4]
Charts
Weekly charts
| Chart (2021) | Peak position |
|---|
Year-end charts
| Chart (2021) | Position |
|---|---|
| US Rock Airplay (Billboard)[5] | 41 |
References
- ^ Rosenbaum, Marty (January 18, 2021). "Chevelle return with new single 'Self Destructor'". Audacy. Retrieved September 16, 2021.
- ^ "The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard Soundtrack Guide: Every Song Explained". ScreenRant. June 21, 2021. Retrieved September 18, 2021.
- ^ "Best Of 2021: Dream Theater's James LaBrie Picks Favorite Album, Song, TV Of Year". Revolver. December 28, 2021. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
- ^ Childers, Chad (January 8, 2021). "Chevelle Drop Aggressive 'Self Destructor,' Announce New Album". Loudwire. Retrieved September 16, 2021.
- ^ "Rock Airplay Songs – Year-End 2021". Billboard. Retrieved December 4, 2021.