Appetite (Zach Bryan song)
| "Appetite" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Zach Bryan | |
| from the album With Heaven on Top | |
| Released | January 9, 2026 |
| Genre | Country |
| Length | 3:05 |
| Label |
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| Songwriter | Zach Bryan |
| Producer | Bryan |
"Appetite" is a song by American singer Zach Bryan from his sixth studio album With Heaven on Top (2026).
Composition
"Appetite" is a country song with rock elements.[1] Over horns and electric guitar riffs, Zach Bryan reflects on his shortcomings and alcohol addiction, depicting himself in an existential crisis. He contrasts his lifestyle with that of his friends, who have become sober and settled down with families,[2] and wonders if he should have children, worrying that he would pass on his negative traits to them.[2][3][4] Fiddle plays during the chorus,[3] where Bryan sings about performing in northwest Arkansas to "those who don't care at all" and only for the money,[2][3][4] picturing the consequences of being overcome by his indulgences.[5] He eventually focuses on maturing and dealing with the pitfalls of fame.[2][4] As the song progresses toward the conclusion, it introduces gentle harmonies.[2]
Critical reception
Stephen Thomas Erlewine of Pitchfork wrote that the song's extra musicians "punch up the surging chorus".[6]
Charts
| Chart (2026) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada Hot 100 (Billboard)[7] | 25 |
| Ireland (IRMA)[8] | 13 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[9] | 7 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[10] | 48 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[11] | 38 |
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[12] | 14 |
| US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs (Billboard)[13] | 8 |
References
- ^ Murray, Robin (January 9, 2026). "Zach Bryan – With Heaven On Top". Clash. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ a b c d e Mower, Maxim (January 9, 2026). "'Appetite' by Zach Bryan – Lyrics & Meaning". Holler. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ a b c Graves, Wren (January 10, 2026). "Zach Bryan Maps America's Restless Heart on With Heaven on Top: Review". Consequence. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ a b c Mitchell, Matt (January 15, 2026). "Zach Bryan's sixth album is compelling, frustrating, and too damn long". Paste. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ Dolan, Jon (January 9, 2026). "Zach Bryan Swings Bigger Than Ever on 'With Heaven on Top'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ Erlewine, Stephen Thomas (January 13, 2026). "Zach Bryan: With Heaven on Top / With Heaven on Top (Acoustic) Album Review". Pitchfork. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Zach Bryan Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Official Irish Singles Chart: 16 January 2026 – 22 January 2026". Official Charts Company. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. January 26, 2026. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart on 22/1/2026 – Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Zach Bryan Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Zach Bryan Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Zach Bryan Chart History (Hot Rock & Alternative Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved January 22, 2026.