Today's Song
| "Today's Song" | ||||
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| Single by Foo Fighters | ||||
| Released | July 2, 2025 | |||
| Genre | Rock[1] | |||
| Length | 3:16 | |||
| Label | RCA | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Foo Fighters | |||
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| "Today's Song" on YouTube | ||||
"Today's Song" is a song by the American rock band Foo Fighters, released as a single on July 2, 2025. It has not been confirmed whether or not it will be on the band's next album.[2] It is a tribute to former members of the band, which includes Josh Freese, William Goldsmith, Franz Stahl and Taylor Hawkins.[3] The artwork for the single was made by Harper Grohl, Dave Grohl's daughter.[1] It is the first bit of new material since 2023's But Here We Are.[4]
Composition and lyrics
Over the years, we’ve had moments of unbridled joy, and moments of devastating heartbreak. Moments of beautiful victory, and moments of painful defeat. We have mended broken bones and broken hearts. But we have followed this road together, with each other, for each other, no matter what. Because in life, you just can’t go it alone.[5]
"Today's Song" is a power ballad[6] with lyrics describing being optimistic and overcoming adversity.[7]
Release and reception
"Today's Song" was released six days after the day the band's eponymous debut album was released 30 years ago,[8] and has been generally well received, with critics such as Chad Childers of Loudwire, who stated that it "starts a bit on the somber side before the guitars and drums come crashing in to make it the uplifting rocker that it is".[1] It also has a lyric video.[9]
Personnel
Foo Fighters
- Dave Grohl – lead vocals, guitar, drums, production
- Rami Jaffee – keyboards, production
- Nate Mendel – bass guitar, production
- Chris Shiflett – guitar, production
- Pat Smear – guitar, production
Charts
| Chart (2025) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[10] | 28 |
| UK Singles Sales (OCC)[11] | 45 |
| UK Singles Downloads (OCC)[12] | 40 |
| US Rock & Alternative Airplay (Billboard)[13] | 3 |
References
- ^ a b c Childers, Chad (2025-07-02). "Foo Fighters Come Full Circle With 'Today's Song' to Mark 30th Anniversary". Loudwire. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ Kaufman, Anna. "Foo Fighters drop first new music since Dave Grohl scandal, celebrating 30 years as a band". USA TODAY. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ Evans, Greg (2025-07-02). "Foo Fighters Release First New Song Since 2023, Pay Tribute To Former Band Members". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ "Dave Grohl Pays Tribute to Taylor Hawkins on 30th Anniversary of Foo Fighters' Debut Album: 'We All Miss You Beyond Words'". People.com. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ Grohl, Dave. "Foo Fighters 2025 by Dave Grohl". Foo Fighters Official Website. Retrieved July 3, 2025.
- ^ DeVille, Chris (2025-07-02). "Foo Fighters Share New Single "Today's Song," Dave Grohl Thanks Former Members". Stereogum. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ Aswad, Jem (2025-07-02). "Foo Fighters Return With 'Today's Song,' Celebrating 30th Anniversary and Honoring Departed Bandmembers". Variety. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ Friedlander, Matt (2025-07-02). "Foo Fighters Mark 30th Anniversary of Debut Album with New Tune, "Today's Song"; Dave Grohl Pays Tribute to Ex-Foo Bandmates". American Songwriter. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ Adams, Gregory. "Hear FOO FIGHTERS' life-affirming rock ballad "Today's Song"". Revolver. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ "Official Hot 40 Singles". Recorded Music NZ. July 11, 2025. Retrieved July 11, 2025.
- ^ "Official Singles Sales Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 5, 2025.
- ^ "Official Singles Downloads Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ^ "Foo Fighters Chart History (Rock & Alternative Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved July 12, 2025.