Aesthetic Perfection - American Psycho (Official Audio)

What is identity? Is it something we choose, or is it something that is unwillingly engrained into us? Can we control how the outside world views us? Or are we powerless in the face of external judgement?
“American Psycho”, the 8th installment of my 12 songs in 12 months project, explores the nature of identity and how we as individuals relate to the world at large. A grimy, old-school industrial backbeat set against haunting falsetto vocals, “American Psycho” promises to be a unique chapter of the 2021 saga.
Mixed and mastered by the legendary Krischan Wesenberg (Rotersand, Straftanz, Wesenberg).
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I think I’ve lost my mind,
It’s something I can’t hide,
It's when you justify,
All of your little lies.
We see the signs,
Oh,
We close our eyes,
Oh,
Repeat the cycle,
Give in to me,
Give in to me,
Give in to me.
They say I’m psycho,
American and in denial,
They say I’m psycho,
Another victim in the cycle.
Talking to myself,
Just cuz there’s no one else,
I know I need some help,
I lie and say I’m well.
You're not one of us.

[@razrhiannaspiers8506]

I can imagine a rock/metal version of this. Would sound awesome live! 🤘

[@alycernall7407]

Daniel doesn't disappoint once again. I'll be singing along to this song every time it plays. Unique, cool topic, catchy, fun, and very Aesthetic Perfection without sounding the same as any other AP songs.

[@Mohktor]

Looking forward to this one. You haven't disappointed us AT ALL thus far in this project

[@1Sensation]

I see the signs but I don't close my eyes. I see many many people do, but that is their mistake. We live in a time when your eyes should be wide open. Lot of things are happening & it's only going to get worse. We are more than likely reaching The Final Age. Awesome song btw!

[@remainselusive1]

I listen to so much music and Daniel Graves is the only one who's channeled the pandemic into great art.

[@spinglasshydra]

Bravo, exactly right. I don't anybody else has done it, in this way.

[@kylebridson6780]

Just want to say, I’ve had a very shitty year. I started listening to your music in 2014, and immediately fell in love with it. I ended up not revisiting your discography for the longest time, but over the past couple of months I’ve caught these releases and have ended up catching back up with your music. It’s been helping me get through a very hard time, and I’ll always be eternally grateful for that. As a bit of a side note, I love the versatility you’re bringing to the vocals with this 12 songs project. I know I don’t have much say in what you do, but if you’d take into consideration my opinion: I’d love to hear some more stripped down vocals like the Billie Elish cover you did. Thanks for reading if you do see this 😊

[@TheCrusaderBin]

I can relate. Keep it strong, remember - nothing matters, you do.

[@Purplepixie42]

Your songs seem to fit what’s going on in my life every time a new one comes out. Your music has helped me in so many ways, I can’t begin to tell you.

[@ClosetoHumanMusic]

That means the world to me! 🖤🖤🖤

[@ladynightmare7401]

I've loved every installment of this project, but this is by far one of the best three to come out of it so far. I'm loving how every track is so very unique. You simply astound me 🖤

[@JoyPavlik]

*frantically jumping around my kitchen with a knife* This is so frickin good. Every song I hear just reignites my soul. Forever grateful. It's truly a rare gift to find music that digs in so deep.

[@sweetbabyangel1111]

Just listening to this song high af

[@Pixiedreamgirl13]

How do you always make the best song? Every time I’m like “this is the best one” then the next one happens and I’m like🤩 keep doing what you do Daniel cause you do it so well! 🖤❤️

[@babylon333]

so true

[@dignusdingus3709]

Love how your thumbnails for each song could literally be album covers for entire albums. They're beautiful and this has to be one of my favourite ones

[@spinglasshydra]

I've been an Aesthetic Perfection fan since he was a skinny kid, screaming into the microphone in Los Angeles -- yeah, he's still skinny (I'm jealous). I've stayed with Aesthetic Perfection and watched Daniel evolve with his voice and music stylings. I believe Daniel is going above and beyond, what, most other bands are contending with right now, concerning the Covid-19 stop to concerts and music productions, as a whole -- In so doing, his "12 X12 Project" on Patreon, continues to be a stroke of pure "Genius". Daniel is far too modest to say so, about himself. "American Psycho" is another, instant hit, as far as I'm concerned -- Fucking Brilliant... !!! Like any self-aware artist, Daniel's constantly evolving and developing his own particular stylistic spectrum. We are getting the opportunity to really take a voyage into how he works, what he thinks, and how music in general works -- it has been a complete revelation. Daniel reaches down deeply into a "Psychological 'Private Self-Consciousness' ", no pun or reference intended, with respect to this specific song; but, I haven't actually "watched" anybody else do this. We're privileged to witness a "work-in-progress" and I believe he'll reach the level of success, he desires. I'm proud to support him; especially, when I get carpet-blanket by phone and email campaigns, super saturated by nonprofits to make contributions and I never get to witness any results. Daniel works his ass-off to keep his supporter's and fan's entertained, as well as, informed. Thank you Daniel

[@razrhiannaspiers8506]

This song sounded so good live, I literally screamed when I heard the first note 😂🖤❤️

[@Farreach]

I know as soon as i click the video i will not be disappointed ..been loving these songs ..

[@ariannasilver4195]

This sounds amazing, great job Daniel 😍🖤

[@meganashley161]

Never just Eye-candy....candy for the soul!! Amazing..!

[@MrKingglenn]

This just doesn't feel falsetto, yet having heard your other styles I can see how it fits. I like how its not a simple 2 min song with minimal lyrics as well. The backbeat and vocal overlay is very well done and really gives it the Aesthetic Perfection touch that keeps me coming back for more. I do prefer this style over the screamo style singing personally.

[@ClosetoHumanMusic]

I mean, I dunno how else to describe soft, high vocals with a breathy tone that do not engage the full structure of the vocal folds other than “falsetto”. 🤷🏻‍♀️ And it’s cool if you weren’t into “A New Drug” but it’s literally just one song out of the 8 released this year. None of the others are sparse or short like that one. Either way, glad you like it! Tune in next month for a song that sounds nothing like it! 😂

[@MrKingglenn]

@@ClosetoHumanMusic I agree. Just seems more of actual singing at a normal tone than pushing a high vocal. Happy face seemed more falsetto than this, but meh, its all singing and you have an unique way of vocalization. I wasnt put off completely by a new drug, it just seemed really simple and short compared to what you have done before. And yes, I will be tuning in to see what you come up with next. :)

[@babylon333]

I prefer both

[@babylon333]

@@ClosetoHumanMusic i can't wait

[@perfectstatic-topic6808]

It was a great song.

[@herdarkshadow834]

The production is as crisp and clear as always which always makes my ears tingle as does that amazing voice. Wonderful!

[@sadismancer]

I often play this song before I go to bed, so it's in my head as I try to sleep. To say it's my favourite is clear, hah. Damn. Why is this song so great?

[@jessicanyx3984]

OH MY GODDESS! I actually got goosebumps listening to this

[@deadmetal8692]

Stoked! You wanna' hear something funny though. I'm currently listening to the Jerry Garcia Band 12/02/77.

[@belmontgardiner8320]

Every thing this man puts out is platinum. Yet again you astound.

[@privitepatton8646]

This here Track iz Bound for Dance Clubs Everywhere!!! Big Screens are on an the Dance Floor iz Busy!

[@Xisk77]

I'm absolutely in love with your sound! I'm litterally binging on all of your music right now. I'm so glad to have had this in my life. Please never stop making music, keep changing growing and experimenting!

[@penelopeglen]

Freaking YES Mr Graves🖤

[@annyh.9372]

It sounds so amazing 😍 Repeat, repeat, repeat...

[@KristovSN]

Perfect and unclassifiable, as allways

[@mechtaNATALI]

I saw this project at a Lindemann concert and fell in love with this music. This is amazing! It's very inspiring, you really feel the aesthetics of this music!

[@PPOPRESENTSHUNGARY]

Same here 🤙🏼🙏🏼

[@ClosetoHumanMusic]

That was a great tour! So glad you enjoyed the show!

[@SnoopyOrb]

I was the same, I saw Lindemann in London just before the world went crazy and the music blew me away. I didn't like the first band that played and my expectations were low, but as soon as the first chord was struck I was hooked. I didn't want it to end. I got home and booked tickets to see Aesthetic Perfection in May and then Feb when the date was moved but sadly it couldn't happen. But I will definitely be booking when touring starts again. Its exciting discovering new music to me from the back catalogue. My obsession at the moment, not including these new singles is Architect 😁

[@mechtaNATALI]

@@SnoopyOrb Oh, yes! I'm also waiting for this epidemic to end! I am waiting for concerts in Russia. This music is fantastic! The voice is so beautiful! I want to hear it live again.

[@scar6173]

One more song I really L O V E ❤️ "oops you did it again" 😉

[@bocchinocullen]

I swear every song you put out is gold. I've been following you since I was 12 and I've never heard a song of yours I didn't like.

[@jadedecay9592]

Hell yeah! Mr. Perfection drops another HITT! My man doesn't rest

[@brandonbarnett592]

Daymn nothing you put out ever disappoints... awesome track

[@happyfox95]

Fan of your universe, kisses from France

[@persephonefairchild1059]

favorite song of this project AND IT'S MY BIRTHDAY MONTH? Thanks for the epic present, Daniel

[@ClosetoHumanMusic]

Happy Birthday!!!🎉

[@Hopischwopi]

I love how the songs are always in the same realm but also very different. Like a forest. Maybe I am weird bt it reminds me of a deep forest with mshrooms and wild berries and an old rundown shack. Always mysterious and dark but also so beatiful and always something new to see or in this case hear.

[@jesseabbs6774]

Hell ya kicking groove

[@joeycarter9020]

Great F'kn Song! The best American Psycho song I've heard!

[@Neth91]

I hope that those monthly releases work out well for you. Because for me it really delivers! Other than your new release strategy. The song is awesome!!

[@conejitoburrito6526]

One of my favorites of the 12 songs in 12 months project! Very cool

[@Weltenkinder]

Awesome Perfection. This Journey bring the best Tracks right out of Mr. Graves👍🏼

[@dagirl143]

I didn't even get through the entire first verse and I was in love with this one. Some of them take a time or two to grow on me (I literally will listen to them all the way through about 4-6 times in a row upon release) but not this one... it was love at first listen. Another great track, Daniel!

[@kristykandiko9401]

I love the heck out of this song! The chorus has me nostalgic for certain 80's songs I loved back in the day 👍🤘🖤

[@DeosDrawingAsylum]

Omg ❤ the beat, the lyrics, what a GEM, perfect as always Daniel

[@Mightyshy]

I love how every song in Daniel's "12 songs in 12 months project" is well thought and has its unique theme and philosophy. So not only the music and his singing are great but also the lyrics. I am truly amazed how good the songs are as whole ❤️ Really well done!

[@ClosetoHumanMusic]

Thanks so much for your kind words!!!

[@themetalmuse]

7 hours to wait 😭😭😭 can't wait - Oh also just noticed I am first to comment woohoo!

[@NoGameNoParty]

Wooowzer great Track ,luving this Version ♥️ Big Up Daniel !! 👍👍👍

[@Riolushe]

Hats off to you, Mr Graves. You as always save me from the dull music from the radio. Another great AP music experience to listen to. I love it!

[@oblivionsought7809]

Damn. The production is *on point* for this one.

[@thalia2584]

So great! Love this song! 🤗🎶🌠 I just want to Dance!

[@DivineMisa14]

So fucking amazing! Awesome work Daniel 🥰🖤🥰🖤😍

[@blackdevilcrow3106]

Aesthetic Perfection -the best

[@SirBain]

Man the lyrics and the sounds, Just amazing

[@PacificNorthwestHillbilly]

Really liked how the last few singles you released all sound so different, but they are all really good. Keep it up!

[@cathrynbrewer7296]

Goddammit, Daniel! Another song that just hits all the right notes. I have been lucky to see the progression in your music over the years, and I love that you are never resting on your older work to be who and what you are. The transition from the scream-o stuff to now is brilliant. Keep doing you. You are one of the artists that I look forward to hearing the new music from.

[@thecrazyratlady1]

Once again the highlight of my month. I couldn't wait for this! Love this tune.

[@AutarchKade]

This gets me pumped to see you perform live again!

[@LaBlack85]

amazing song

[@magisterirae]

I love this song !

[@danpulsford604]

This is a awesome an brilliant tune

[@AlejandroGomez-lv2sw]

I loved the beats and your voice here. One of your greatest releases ever. Wish you could make a Latin American Tour soon. This is a banger.

[@gerardoantonio5259]

What a banger! Daniel did it again, another month another great song!

[@psychoticcaterpillar]

Brilliant!! Love so much!! Stay safe :)

[@missdemonic4927]

You just keep getting better and better 🖤

[@jordandowland7256]

Only listened to first 30 seconds and already purchased it. Awesome!

[@ClosetoHumanMusic]

Thanks for the support!

[@douglasnunes4994]

So cool Daniel. Just as Fab as you are. Great job 👍✨

[@misblk6732]

This bangs. 🦾

[@nikkistuart4211]

Yaaasss, Daniel!!! I cannot even express how excited I get when you release new music. Keep it up! ♥♥♥♥♥

[@babylon333]

Great song Daniel

[@laurenmorgana6429]

Fantastik ! 🖤

[@honeyblade110]

I cant stop listening, one of the best ♥️

[@joekirby9482]

Absolutely love this song.

[@JackSkellyton]

Yet another great bop! Can’t wait to hear it live! ♥️🖤 Smashing the haters down one month at a time. 🥳

[@WardruidSIX]

Another Hit Daniel the more you listen to it you understand, Very catchy hook that keeps you in with the perfect lyrics. Once again he does it again hell yeah !!!!

[@miguelangelmelerocorrero7944]

❤😂🎉 Tema ideal para la pelicula de La Purga.

[@The_Modeling_Underdog]

Powerful! Daniel at its very best, as usual. The man always delivers.

[@Halloweenfiendpdx]

Damn this is the best one for sure!

[@Mohktor]

Yeah, just listened to the track. Awesome beat and a track that sounds so Aesthetic Perfection. Thank you again for this year-long project, Daniel, and keep up the great work :D

[@bavarianalex]

Da gibt es nichts zu meckern ;) ♡♡♡

[@ClosetoHumanMusic]

Gott sei dank!

[@bavarianalex]

@@ClosetoHumanMusic Immer ;) ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡

[@evared05]

Love the track!

[@sashaj200]

Love this so much @IAMDANIELGRAVES.

[@0911Devil]

Perfect!!!

[@sulfuricxdrug]

This was a great release, it's a good birthday gift from the universe to me. :>

[@ClosetoHumanMusic]

Happy Birthday!

[@jacobburghart2443]

I ain't frontin!😂 But because of xrl 7 I found another artist I like. I will blast this at work

[@SnoopyOrb]

Love this so much, amazing x

[@melissaphelps9459]

Love it!!!!!!!!!! One of my favs so far ♥️

[@kin242]

Another one which on first listen left me meh... then, it's a slow burning earworm! Love it!

[@raygunromance772]

Love it!

[@legalizehomicide7262]

Heck yeah!

[@themistresswraith2056]

The sounds are wonderful and put me in a trance. Bravo, Sir!!!

[@themetalmuse]

This is the best!!!!

[@myfunnykitty6248]

LOVE IT!!!

[@AndreaChapou]

My new favorite! 💜 What an awesome song Daniel! 🖤

[@paolazurlo3902]

I sooo love it

[@Twi]

Wieder ein sehr großartiger Song Daniel! Ich werde ihn in zwei Wochen auf die Wunschliste in der Disco setzen!

[@Twi]

So und wie angekündigt, wurde es gerade eben das erste Mal in der Disco gespielt, lässt sich sehr gut zu abtanzen, danke Daniel.

[@wolf_z1335]

another AMAZING track!!! absolutely LOVE your work!!

[@kingcornelius865]

WONDERFUL!! 😌

[@bizzylizzyb1]

Holy shit!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💯

[@soledad6831]

Me encanta. Me voló la cabeza❤️

[@dementiasin7698]

Your music always, continuously amazes me! Love it