Staind’s ‘It’s Been a While’ Reaches a New Peak on the Hard Rock Streaming Songs Chart

Staind, a well-known rock band from the early 2000s, has seen a resurgence of interest in their most iconic song, ‘It’s Been a While.’ Originally released in March 2001 as the lead single from their album *Break the Cycle*, the track was a major success, peaking in the top five of the Billboard Hot 100 and performing strongly on alternative and pop radio charts. Now, 24 years later, the song is experiencing a new wave of popularity.

In the latest Billboard rankings, ‘It’s Been a While’ has reentered the Hard Rock Streaming Songs chart at No. 19, marking its highest-ever position on this specific chart. The song had only debuted on this streaming-focused ranking in August 2024 and has since fluctuated in position, making its recent peak significant. Staind has not had any other songs appear on this particular chart, making this achievement even more notable for the band.

This resurgence highlights the lasting impact of ‘It’s Been a While’ as a defining track of its era, continuing to find new listeners decades after its release.