Numb

Holly McNarland

About Numb

"Numb" is a song by Canadian musician Holly McNarland, released as the first single from her debut studio album, Stuff. The song was very successful in Canada, peaking at number nine on the RPM Top Singles chart and number five on the RPM Alternative 30.


Year:
2003
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Chase destruction of your own emotions
And your need for love, makes you easy prey
Safety of a rubber glove seems much too simple
Climbing up and down, waiting for the day
You can't see if I'm not listening
You can't hear with my eyes open
I can hate with my eyes open
I feel better when I'm numb

Chase distraction of your own existence
Keep it clean, clean enough to stab
Lick your own wounds, anxious for the next one
Cry for more pain, heal what you have
You can't see if I'm not listening
You can't hear with my eyes open
I can't hate with my eyes open
I feel better when I'm numb

Just another hit for the one you love
If you cared at all, you'd put me down
Wake up dead man, can't you see I'm starving
You can't see if I'm not listening
You can't hear with my eyes open
I can't hate with my eyes open
I feel better when I'm numb
I feel better
I feel better when I'm numb

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Holly McNarland

Holly McNarland (born October 23, 1975 in The Pas, Manitoba, raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba) is a Canadian musician, singer and songwriter. more »

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Written by: BOB MARLETTE, CRISTIAN MACHADO, DAVE CHAVARRI, JARDEL PAISANTE, LAZARO PINA, MARC RIZZO

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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11 facts about this song

Song Origination
'Numb' is a song by the Canadian singer-songwriter Holly McNarland. This song was one of her most famous numbers.
Debut Album
It was featured in McNarland’s debut full-length album, 'Stuff' released in 1997.
Genre
The song falls under the genre of Alternative Rock and captures lyrics that are intense and full of emotion.
Music Video
The music video for the song "Numb" received a significant amount of play on Canada's music channels and added to the song's popularity.
Reflected Personal Struggles
The song reflects McNarland’s personal struggles with her destructive habits and issues that impacted her mental health.
Chart Success
At the peak of its popularity, "Numb" reached number 91 on Canada's RPM Singles chart and number 10 on the RPM Alternative 30 chart.
Song Influences
The ballad is characterized by its somber tones and melancholic lyrics, reflecting influences from Holly's personal life experiences and struggles.
Awards
For her work on 'Numb' and other songs, Holly McNarland received the Juno Award for Best New Solo Artist in 1998.
Performances
“Numb” is one of McNarland's staples during live performances, and it continues to be celebrated by fans for its raw, emotional impact.
Global Recognition
Although the song is more popular in Canada, it gained international recognition through various digital platforms, broadening Holly McNarland's fan base.
Relevance
Today, "Numb" remains one of Holly McNarland's most recognized songs and has stood the test of time, demonstrating the singer's ability to create powerful and enduring music.

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