Today’s video of the day is Suicidal Tendencies – "I Wasn’t Meant To Feel This/Asleep At The Wheel" released in 2025.
Suicidal Tendencies released the video for “I Wasn’t Meant To Feel This/Asleep At The Wheel” in 1992. The track appears on their sixth studio album, The Art of Rebellion. This album marked a shift in the band’s sound. It moved away from the hardcore and thrash mix of earlier releases. Instead, the band leaned into a more melodic and experimental style. Formed in 1981 in Venice, California, Suicidal Tendencies started as a hardcore punk band. Frontman Mike Muir has led the group since the beginning. Their 1983 debut featured the breakout hit “Institutionalized.” The song gained traction on KROQ and later received MTV airplay. However, the band faced a live performance ban in Los Angeles starting in 1984. This ban lasted until the early 1990s.
By the late 1980s, Suicidal Tendencies evolved into a thrash metal act. Albums like How Will I Laugh Tomorrow When I Can’t Even Smile Today and Lights…Camera…Revolution! showcased their heavier direction. But The Art of Rebellion brought a different tone. The songs became more introspective, and the production cleaner. The video for “I Wasn’t Meant To Feel This/Asleep At The Wheel” reflected that shift. It embraced darker visuals and a cinematic style, breaking from their earlier, rawer videos. This album stands out in their catalog. It bridged their thrash roots with a more alternative metal sound. The change helped them reach a broader audience. Still, longtime fans noticed the reduced aggression. This experiment in sound set it apart from both their earlier and later records.
In 1995, the band disbanded after a run of commercial success. Mike Muir and guitarist Mike Clark revived Suicidal Tendencies in 1996. Since then, the group has continued with a rotating lineup. New music has been rare, but their legacy remains strong. The video for “I Wasn’t Meant To Feel This/Asleep At The Wheel” captures a key moment. It shows a band willing to evolve and take risks. That spirit defines Suicidal Tendencies across all eras.
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