"Damocles" is a single by anonymous English rock band Sleep Token. The song was released on 25 April 2025 as the third and final single from their fourth studio album, "Even in Arcadia", through RCA Records, following the previously released "Emergence" and "Caramel". It was written by Vessel and II, and produced by Carl Bown.
Writing and composition.
"Damocles" incorporates piano elements, being described as softer and lighter than previous works, as well as being labeled as a ballad. The song later progresses into a heavier and more modern sound. Lyrically, it has been observed as honest and vulnerable. The group spoke about the lyrics of the song, saying:
The song was written by Vessel and II, while Carl Brown handled production. It is composed in the key of F♯ with a tempo of 77 beats per minute.
Commercial performance.
Upon release, "Damocles" debuted at its peak position of No. 25 on the OCC UK Singles chart, while the song topped the UK Rock & Metal Singles. On the ARIA Top 20 New Music Singles chart, the song peaked at No. 14, and on the IRMA Ireland Singles chart, the song reached No. 92. The song reached No. 38 on the RMNZ New Zealand Top 40 chart.
Personnel.
Adapted from Tidal.