Love is a force that binds, but what happens when devotion becomes a tether?
In his latest single, Chained, Alwyn Morrison captures the weight of commitment, the longing for freedom, and the quiet ache of sacrifice. Delivered with Morrison’s signature blend of anthemic pop-rock and raw emotional intensity, Chained speaks to anyone who has ever felt caught between their own desires and the unrelenting pull of love.
Known for crafting music that pulses with the heartbeat of city life, Morrison blends the melancholic urgency of The Cure with the emotional depth of Oasis. Produced by Michael Carey (Escape The Fate, Pablo Alborán) and composed by longtime collaborator Michael Ales, Chained is both intimate and expansive—an anthem for those who have given everything for someone else.
“Sometimes love demands more than we expect,” Morrison shares. “It’s a beautiful thing, but it can also be very isolating. Chained explores that tension: the push and pull between devotion and the need to live for yourself.”
While Morrison’s own journey as a loving caregiver for someone struggling with depression informs the song’s emotional core, Chained isn’t bound to one story. Instead, it leaves room for interpretation, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences of love, duty, and self-sacrifice.
A former music journalist turned songwriter, Morrison has spent years shaping stories—both his own and others. From interviewing icons like BRIT Award winners Scissor Sisters and acclaimed singer-songwriter Rita Ora to collaborating with some of the industry’s most respected musicians, Morrison has honed a sound that bridges rock’s raw energy with pop’s soaring melodies. His music isn’t just heard—it’s felt.
With Chained, Morrison delivers a song that lingers—not just in melody, but in meaning. Love can hold us together. Love can hold us back. And sometimes, love leaves us wondering whether we should stay or break free.
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ABOUT ALWYN MORRISON
Alwyn Morrison is a New York City-based artist crafting emotionally resonant pop-rock that captures the tension between personal struggle and universal experience. Morrison blends anthemic energy with introspective lyricism, drawing influence from the likes of The Cranberries, The All-American Rejects, and Counting Crows. His music transforms personal narratives into city-wide anthems, making him one of the most compelling voices in modern rock-pop.
