"Kick Me" is a song performed by American
post-hardcore band
Sleeping With Sirens released on November 10, 2014 on
Epitaph Records. The song was produced by
John Feldmann and is the lead single off of the band's fourth studio album Madness, released on March 17, 2015. The song marks the band's first release on Epitaph Records following their departure from their former label
Rise Records. "Kick Me" won Song of the Year award by
Alternative Press.[2]
Background
The band debuted "Kick Me" live at
Camden Underworld on August 21, 2014 in
London, England. It was also part of the band's set list on their five month long tour with
Pierce the Veil in November 2014, dubbed 'The World Tour'.[3] Speaking about the meaning behind the song, singer
Kellin Quinn stated, "It doesn't matter what anyone thinks about you, as long as you know who you are inside."[4]
Music video
The music video for the song was shot on location at Camden Underworld live during the band's set in London, England. It premiered on the official
Epitaph RecordsYouTube channel on Monday, November 10, 2014. It was directed by the Sitcom Soldiers.