Griffin Williams goes for glory on his original new release ‘How Do You Sleep At Night?’ 

Having gained legions of fans with a series of tracks released over the last year, Griffin Williams has already proven himself to be a star in waiting. 

The Gainesville singer/songwriter, who is still just 21 years old, took off on social media following the release of his sincere track ‘Mulholland’ and the dark concept song ‘Shadows.’ Having amassed over 8 million views across streaming sites, his music has won praise for incorporating several different genres – from hard rock to electronica. But his songs are underpinned by Griffin’s unique alternative rock sound. 

Griffin’s newest song, ‘How Do You Sleep At Night?’, offers a sometimes brutal, sometimes sinister take on the depraved ways that couples act when their relationship is falling apart. 

Inspired by artists like Radiohead – and perhaps with a nod to tracks like ‘Paranoid Android’ – ‘How Do You Sleep At Night?’ comprises distinctive sections, all coalesce around the abiding theme of what happens when a relationship goes wrong. The introduction of ‘How Do You Sleep At Night?’ offers candid indie-rock riffs, giving full room for Griffin’s passionate vocal delivery. But the song keeps us guessing over its 3 minutes and 23 seconds. We’re treated to key changes that are almost rock-operatic in their structure and a truly incredible guitar solo midway through the track. Then, in the song’s majestic final minute, Griffin personifies the chaos he’s singing about by splicing in various screams, laughs, and yells over gritty, fast-paced guitars. 

You leave this song feeling exhilarated and slightly assaulted – but that’s the point. It’s a glorious listen from a rising star who seems to improve with every release. 

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