I'm Not Getting Better

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"I'm Not Getting Better"
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Single by Marianas Trench
from the album Haven
ReleasedJuly 12, 2024 (2024-07-12)
Genre
Length2:49
Label 604
Songwriter(s) Josh Ramsay
Producer(s) Ramsay
Marianas Trench singles chronology
"Lightning and Thunder"
(2024)		"I'm Not Getting Better"
(2024)		"Down to You"
(2024)
Music video
"I'm Not Getting Better" (lyric video) on YouTube

"I'm Not Getting Better" is a song by Canadian pop rock band Marianas Trench. It was released on July 12, 2024, as the third single from the group's sixth studio album Haven , via 604 Records.

Contents

Background

On July 5, 2024, announced the single "I'm Not Getting Better", set for release on July 12, [1] as the group's third single from their sixth studio album released in the summer of 2024. [2] The song is described as the band's correspondent to "the third plot point featured in Joseph Campbell's The Hero's Journey ." [3] The track is about reflecting on self-doubt and overcoming life's obstacles. [4]

Composition

"I'm Not Getting Better" was written and produced by Josh Ramsay. [5] The track is described as dance and synthpop. [6] [2] The lyrics of the song speak about "the fear or insecurity that causes a hero to refuse their call to adventure – and what it takes to get past that." [3]

Critical reception

Paige Owens of idobi Radio stated, "Told across the group's signature theatrics and synth-heavy backdrop, 'I'm Not Getting Better' offers an upbeat reflection on self-doubt and the resilience needed to overcome life's obstacles. Vocalist Josh Ramsay's remarkable delivery navigates the listener through the emotional highs and lows, showcasing the full breadth of his range." [4] Johan Wippsson of Melodic described it as "a poignant track," showcasing the group's "signature pop punk sound, with lead singer Josh Ramsay's heartfelt vocals delivering lyrics that express feelings of hopelessness and dejection." He also praised the song's "contrasting elements" that deliver "upbeat drums and dancy background vocals." [7] Aman Shamim of The Honey Pop praised the production on the track, remarking, "it puts them in a league of their own [...] This track is pure synth pop goodness with a catchy hook that will get stuck in your head." [8]

Personnel

Credits for "I'm Not Getting Better" adapted from album's liner notes. [5]

Release history

Release dates and formats for "I'm Not Getting Better"
RegionDateFormatLabelRef.
VariousJuly 12, 2024 604 Records [9]

References

  1. ↑ Johan Wippsson (July 9, 2024). "Marianas Trench To Release New Single 'I'm Not Getting Better' This Friday!". Melodic . Retrieved August 10, 2024.
  2. 1 2 Zee Caine (July 11, 2024). "News: Marianas Trench Announce Share 'I'm Not Getting Better'". New Noise Magazine . Retrieved July 20, 2024.
  3. 1 2 Maddy Howell (July 12, 2024). "Marianas Trench Share Dance-Ready Single 'I'm Not Getting Better'". Rock Sound . Retrieved July 20, 2024.
  4. 1 2 Paige Owens (July 12, 2024). "Marianas Trench Unleashes Hopeful New Single 'I'm Not Getting Better'". idobi Radio . Retrieved July 20, 2024.
  5. 1 2 Haven (booklet). Marianas Trench. 604. 2024. 25396 14188.{{cite AV media notes}}: CS1 maint: others in cite AV media (notes) (link)
  6. ↑ Diego Alvarez (July 17, 2024). "News: Marianas Trench Releases New Single 'I'm Not Getting Better'". New Noise Magazine . Retrieved July 20, 2024.
  7. ↑ Johan Wippsson (July 13, 2024). "Marianas Trench Release New Single 'I'm Not Getting Better'". Melodic . Retrieved August 10, 2024.
  8. ↑ Aman Shamim (July 12, 2024). "'I'm Not Getting Better' Proves Marianas Trench Just Keeps Getting Better". The Honey Pop. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
  9. ↑ "I'm Not Getting Better - Single by Marianas Trench". Spotify . Retrieved July 20, 2024.
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