Show Me How (Foo Fighters song)
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| Single by Foo Fighters | ||||
| from the album But Here We Are | ||||
| Released | May 25, 2023 | |||
| Genre | Shoegaze[1] | |||
| Length | 4:53 | |||
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"Show Me How" is a song by American rock band Foo Fighters released as the third single from their eleventh studio album, But Here We Are, on May 25, 2023.[2]
Composition and lyrics
The song features Foo Fighters' vocalist, Dave Grohl, harmonizing with his daughter, Violet Grohl, who makes a guest vocal appearance on the song.[3][4]
According to Liz Scarlett of Classic Rock magazine, "the track shimmers with dream-pop-style vocal melodies, serene guitars and moving lyrics about learning to navigate life without the guidance of someone who has recently passed: Where are you now? Who will show me how?.. You need not say anything to me, I hear you loud and clear...I'll take care of everything from now on'.[5]
According to Revolver magazine, the song finds the band still dealing with the grief of the death of their drummer Taylor Hawkins who died in 2022.[6]
Violet Grohl and Dave Grohl performed vocals together on the song live at the Glastonbury Festival in England on June 23, 2023.[7][8]
Personnel
Foo Fighters
- Dave Grohl – lead vocals, guitar, drums, production
- Violet Grohl – backing vocals
- Nate Mendel – bass, production
- Chris Shiflett – guitar, production
- Pat Smear – guitar, production
- Rami Jaffee – keyboards, production
Charts
| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK Rock & Metal (OCC)[9] | 17 |
| US Hot Hard Rock Songs (Billboard)[10] | 21 |
References
- ^ Hansen, Kyle (May 25, 2023). "Foo Fighters Share New Song, "Show Me How"". KQRS-FM. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
- ^ Jones, Abby (May 25, 2023). "Foo Fighters Grapple with Loss on New Single "Show Me How": Stream". Consequence. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ Mensah, Jenny (May 25, 2023). "Foo Fighters share new single Show Me How and announce special sunrise event". Radio X. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ Dunworth, Liberty (May 25, 2023). "Foo Fighters share new single 'Show Me How', featuring Violet Grohl". NME. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ Scarlett, Liz (May 25, 2023). "Foo Fighters release shimmering new dream pop single Show Me How, featuring vocals from Dave Grohl's daughter Violet". Loudersound. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ "Hear Foo Fighters' mesmerizing new song "Show Me How" featuring Violet Grohl". Revolver. May 25, 2023. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ Lewis, Rebecca (June 24, 2023). "Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl's daughter, Violet, 17, surprises fans with special Glastonbury Festival performance". Hello!. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ Paige, Ashley (June 24, 2023). "Dave Grohl's Daughter Violet, 17, Sings Onstage at Glastonbury with Foo Fighters: 'That's My Girl'". People. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ "Official Rock & Metal Singles Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ "Foo Fighters Chart History (Hot Hard Rock Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
