Doechii Finally Shares Her Long-Awaited Song “Anxiety”
After months of fan anticipation and viral buzz on TikTok, Doechii has officially released her much-discussed track to streaming platforms.
After years of fan anticipation and viral buzz on TikTok, Doechii has officially released her much-discussed track “Anxiety” to streaming platforms. The song, which originally emerged as a raw, home-recorded gem on YouTube back in 2020, reimagines the instantly recognizable hook of Gotye and Kimbra’s “Somebody That I Used to Know” with a fresh, unapologetic twist.
“Anxiety” is more than just a nod to the past—it’s a bold reinterpretation that mixes Doechii’s dynamic blend of alternative hip-hop, pop-rap, and alternative R&B with the unmistakable melody that defined the early 2010s. While Gotye’s original became a ubiquitous pop staple (and later sparked debates over its own controversial sampling history), Doechii’s version infuses the track with a modern urgency and personal flair that speaks directly to today’s listeners. Her verses, which oscillate seamlessly between rap and melody, capture the raw, often overwhelming sentiments of anxiety.
Initially recorded during one of her experimental “coven sessions,” “Anxiety” quickly gained a cult following. Fans and fellow artists clamored for an official release after the snippet’s breakout moment on social media—and even Sleepy Hallow later sampled it on his 2023 track for his album Boy Meets World. Now, under the banner of Top Dawg Entertainment and Capitol Records, Doechii has delivered the full, polished version that many have been waiting for. This re-release not only honors the song’s underground roots but also marks a significant moment in her evolving discography as she reshapes contemporary rap's narrative.
At its core, “Anxiety” is an honest reflection of personal struggle—a theme that resonates deeply with audiences. Doechii’s ability to repurpose a globally recognized sample and infuse it with her own energetic style speaks to a broader tradition in Black music: transforming familiar sounds into vehicles for new expressions of identity and resistance. Now available on all digital platforms, Doechii not only answers the persistent calls of her loyal fans but also reinforces her status as one of the genre’s most compelling voices.