Sick Cycle Carousel

Lifehouse

About Sick Cycle Carousel

"Sick Cycle Carousel" is a song by American alternative rock band Lifehouse. It is the second single released from their debut studio album No Name Face (2000). The track was written by Lifehouse lead singer Jason Wade and Scott Faircloff, who says he felt freedom when writing songs for the album. American record producers Ron Aniello and Brendan O'Brien produced and mixed the song, respectively. Musically, "Sick Cycle Carousel" is a moderate rock song with an influence of soft rock. The song was released on June 4, 2001 by DreamWorks Records. The song received positive reviews from critics, who applauded how the producers brought out Wade's vocals over the instrumentation. It managed to chart on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart at number 21. The track later charted in the Netherlands and New Zealand at number 71 and 47, respectively. An official music video for the song premiered on VH1.com on June 27, 2001 that features effects to make objects look smaller than they really are. more »

Year:: 2010
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Lifehouse

Lifehouse is an American rock band from Los Angeles comprising Jason Wade (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Rick Woolstenhulme, Jr. (drums, percussion), Bryce Soderberg (bass guitar, back-up vocals) and Ben Carey (lead guitar). more »

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Rock

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Soft Rock

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Background "Sick Cycle Carousel" was released in 2001 as the second single from Lifehouse's debut studio album, titled "No Name Face."
Composition The song was written by the band's lead singer and guitarist, Jason Wade. He's known for his introspective lyrics and emotive delivery.
Instrumentation The song primarily features melodious guitar rhythms and is often highlighted for its catchy hooks and memorable melody.
Genre The song falls under the genre of Post-Grunge and Alternative Rock.
Chart Success "Sick Cycle Carousel" did well on the music charts. It peaked at number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100, and reached the top 10 on the Billboard Adult Top 40 chart.
Critical Reception Critics often praised "Sick Cycle Carousel" for its timeless appeal, emotive lyrics, and Jason Wade's raw vocal performances.
Live Performances The song became a staple in Lifehouse's live performances, often receiving a strong audience reaction due to its familiar, sing-along nature.
Song Interpretation Though Lifehouse songs are known for their meaningful lyrics, the band has never definitively explained what "Sick Cycle Carousel" is about, leaving it open to listener interpretation.
Commercial Use "Sick Cycle Carousel" was used in various TV shows and commercials, helping to broaden the song's reach and increase its popularity.
Legacy "Sick Cycle Carousel," along with the band's debut hit "Hanging by a Moment," helped establish Lifehouse as a mainstay in the early 2000s rock music scene. It is still considered as one of the band's signature songs to this date.

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