Following the explosive arrival of “Rattle The Cage” (feat. John 5), Diamond-certified rock band Nickelback today release their new single “Leave Me Behind,” the third offering from their highly anticipated new studio album, Everything Under The Sun, arriving October 30, 2026, via Virgin Music Group.
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Where “Rattle The Cage” (feat. John 5) kicked open the door to Nickelback’s next chapter with a blistering rush of guitars, pounding riffs and arena-sized energy, “Leave Me Behind” reveals
another side of the album – one rooted in vulnerability, loyalty and the instinct to stand beside someone when they need it most. Built around an emotional promise of unwavering support, “Leave Me Behind” finds Nickelback transforming heartbreak into resilience. The song speaks to carrying someone through their darkest moments, finding the pieces when everything feels shattered, and ultimately letting go of the pain that has been holding them back.
At the heart of the track is a simple but powerful message: “Spit out the poison and leave it behind.” Yet beneath that call to move forward is an equally personal plea – “Just don’t leave me behind.” Together, those sentiments capture the emotional tension at the centre of the song: helping someone overcome what has hurt them while asking them to stay connected through the
journey.
Everything Under The Sun builds on that momentum while looking firmly ahead. It is both a celebration of everything Nickelback have accomplished and a statement that their creative fire burns as brightly as ever.
The album also marks Nickelback’s first release with Virgin Music Group, the world’s leading partner to independent labels, artists and entrepreneurs. As Nickelback enter this new chapter, “Leave Me Behind” demonstrates that the band’s ability to connect with listeners goes far beyond the volume of their guitars. At its core, the song is about showing up – finding every piece when someone feels broken, offering a hand when they need it, and reminding them that they are not alone. Everything Under The Sun arrives October 30, 2026
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