Breathe

Anna Nalick

About Breathe

"Breathe (2 AM)" is a song by American singer-songwriter Anna Nalick. The single was first released in 2004, then it was re-released in 2005 and charted at number 45 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number four on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. The song also found success in New Zealand, where it peaked at number 37. "Breathe (2 AM)" has been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.


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Anna Nalick

Anna Christine Nalick (born March 30, 1984) is an American singer-songwriter. Her debut album, Wreck of the Day, featuring her first radio hit, "Breathe (2 AM)", was released on April 19, 2005. Nalick left her label under Sony in 2009 after a falling-out surrounding the release of her second album. On March 2, 2011, Nalick announced her new album Broken Doll & Odds & Ends to be released May 2011, but after several delays, the album was released on June 5. more »

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Release Date
"Breathe(2AM)" from Anna Nalick's debut album, "Wreck of the Day," was initially released as a single in 2004.
Lyrics Content
The song is often understood as a piece about emotional resilience, characterized by its often-quoted refrain, "Just breathe."
Popularity
Though initially not a huge commercial success, "Breathe (2 AM)" slowly gained radio play until it eventually reached peak popularity and became one of Anna Nalick's most well-known songs.
Chart Performance
The song was a hit, peaking at number 45 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 4 on Billboard's Adult Top 40 chart.
Media Appearance
The song has been featured in numerous television shows and movies, including Grey's Anatomy, the film "A Lot Like Love," and several others.
Album Success
Nalick's album "Wreck of the Day," which featured Breathe(2AM), was certified Gold in the United States, making it one of her successful albums.
Performance
Nalick would often perform “Breathe (2AM)” solo, using only an acoustic guitar, in a tonal shift from the studio version's full-band arrangement.
Acclaimed Video
The music video for "Breathe (2 AM)" won positive reviews for cleanly representing the song's emotional narrative. It depicted Nalick singing interspersed with different human situations that match the lyrics.
Song Inspiration
Nalick wrote the song at just 17 years old, inspired by situations her friends were dealing with and her own experiences as a teenager navigating through life.
Recognition
"Breathe (2AM)" has since become a popular song to cover by various artists all over the world, reflecting its sustained cultural relevance.
Impact on Career
The song is considered to be Anna Nalick's breakthrough single, contributing significantly to her exposure and success as an artist.

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