"Lightning and Thunder" is a song by Canadian pop rock band Marianas Trench. It was released on May 24, 2024, as the second single from the group's sixth studio album Haven, via 604 Records.[2]
Background
In May 2024, the group began teasing "Lightning and Thunder" via social media, before it was officially released on May 24.[3]Josh Ramsay stated that the song came about after finding out him and his partner were going to have their first child and noted, "Every story begins with a call to adventure."[4] It was the first song the group performed live from Haven.[5]
Composition
"Lightning and Thunder" was written and produced by Josh Ramsay.[6] The song is described as glam rock,[1] adding a layer of synthesizer as the track's main melody,[7] as well as showcasing Ramsay's versatile vocal range.[8]
Critical reception
Nick Anastasia of Melodic praised the track's "mainstream appeal while still maintaining the honest, raw lyricism the band is known for."[9] Zee Caine of New Noise Magazine noted the similarities of the intros between the track and the previous single "A Normal Life", but stated "the only difference is that there's more kick drum within this track at the start. The vocals are much lower, and it's something that fits Matt Webb's vocal range better than the higher register that was used within a few other songs within the record. It's definitely a great track because the kick drum feels like thunder, and it makes the title feel fitting."[10]
Chart performance
"Lightning and Thunder" debuted on the BillboardCanada Hot AC chart at number 37.[11] The song later peaked at number 11.[12] The song also debuted at number 40 on the BillboardCanada CHR/Top 40 and peaked at number 38 on the chart.[13]
Music video
On July 23, 2024, the group premiered the music video for "Lightning and Thunder" via VEVO and was directed by Ben Knechtel.[14]
Personnel
Credits for "Lightning and Thunder" adapted from album's liner notes.[6]
^ abMegan LaPierre (May 28, 2024). "Marianas Trench Plot Fall North American Tour". Exclaim!. Retrieved July 24, 2024. After releasing glam rock-y new singles 'A Normal Life' and 'Lightning and Thunder' in the past month, Marianas Trench have announced a sprawling North American tour for this fall.
