This song helped me through the loss of my wife, she passed away in 2017, and even now this song gives me strength.

“Wolf Like Me” brought me here. But I think the song is something each of us can relate to

Josh isn't just singing to his own kids... he's singing to all kids. Good music is a fortress: there's safety and comfort in it.

My father recently passed away from a terrible disease, in only a matter of months, now I've only got my mom, no siblings. This song encompasses how I am my mom's fortress and she is mine. This band is so special to me, and their music seems to keep being a companion to my life. Thanks Josh and co.

2024 and this song still hits hard - If ever your fortress caves, you're always safe in mine .... Lyrics are so beyond amazing 💌

This is the quintessential QOTSA song IMO. Their entire career is encapsulated in it - I hear echoes of Rated R, Lullabies, and Era Vulgaris in the melody, while Clockwork is evoked in the general sound of this song. Still it sounds fresh and honest - as candid as Homme can be. Such moving lyrics. Fucking masterpiece, if you ask me.

"If ever your fortress caves, you're always safe in mine." The feels...

[Verse 1] Your heart is like a fortress Keep your feelings locked away Is it easier? Does it make you feel safe? You wander through the darkness Of wilderness behind your eyes I know you’re afraid But you gotta move on [Chorus 1] Every fortress falls It is not the end It ain't if you fall But how you rise that says who you really are So get up and come through If ever your fortress caves You're always safe [Verse 2] I believe I know you Yet, I don't truly know myself I pray you won't feel as alone as I have felt I don't want to fail you so I tell you the awful truth Everyone faces darkness on their own As I have done, so will you [Chorus 2] Every fortress falls It is not the end It ain't if you fall But how you rise that says Who you really are So get up and go through If ever your fortress caves You're always safe in mine [Verse 3] The Earth spins round the sun And behold Everything happens Every night that falls prey to sunrise If your fortress is under siege You can always run for me If your fortress is under siege You can always run [Chorus 3] Every fortress falls It is not the end It ain't if you fall But how you rise that says Who you really are So get up and go through If ever your fortress caves You're always safe in mine If ever your fortress caves You're always safe in mine If ever your fortress caves You're always safe in mine Come on through Come on through

I feel like I've grown up with Queens of the Stone age. Where their earlier albums were Testosterone filled, bad ass odes to going balls out, every subsequent album got more introspective and imo more beautiful. It's mirrored my own personal growth. These guys will always be my favorite band. Queens of the Stone Age>Everybody Else.

I heard this in "Wolf like Me" and it sounded so familiar. It definitely feels like a 90s rock song. The verse sounds like Foo Fighters "Learn to Fly"

Both my brother and I were heroin addicts (among a plethora of other substances) for 15 years. I've been clean for 3 and 1/2 years; he, about 9 months. Luckily somebody turned me onto QOTSA just over 3 years ago. What I'm getting at is that this song means to me that if you are offered or recognize the opportunity for a second chance at life, grab that shit because that moment is typically when humans realize why they feel so hopeless and need it most.

This is always my comfort song when things go bad

I have just binged Wolf Like Me and now I am here

I know that josh wrote this about his kid(s), and knowing that I listened to this and thought about how I had all but destroyed the relationship with my dad. I balled like a little girl. I’m happy to say We’ve repaired the rift between us. I just couldn’t bear the thought of him dying with me being estranged from him. It took me hearing josh express how much he cares about his kid in this song to understand how much my dad loves me, despite our problems. Thank you josh

I have been a hip-hop kid from New York for most of my life. Then one day I bought the game Rock Band and heard Go With the Flow. I felt like my life was changed. I came across this song while watching the show Wolf Like Me and it just reminds me, why I fell in love with QOTSA in the first place. Wishing Josh continued health.

I know JH has had some tough personal struggles in recent times. He is passing through some darkness. If he truly wrote this song then he is a man of internal resources. Whatever has gone down..‘it’s how you rise that says who you really are ‘…..we, your fans are here waiting for you.

One of the most beautiful songs Joshua has ever written. Masterpiece.

Music can heal? YES, and here's a perfect example. Spanish is my main language and when I first heard this song I could not understand the words but the melody vibrated in synchrony with my soul and gave me some big goosebumps...big thanks Josh and family

Honestly. When I first popped the CD in my car and heard this song - about halfway through I was almost in tears. Just such good song writing, I can already tell this album is going to be a grower - but this song? Immediately beautiful.

"I have little people that live in my house and someday I will be gone but the music that I’ve made I believe will live on and they will have that. And it may not will live on for you but I don’t really care about that, it will live on for them and so when I’m not here anymore they will have that. And that’s in a way that fortress will be gone but there will be another way to try to feel safe.“ - Josh Homme about Fortress

Boneface is an extraordinary artist! All artworks of the tracks are so sick!

That second verse is mixed so great. That crunchy guitar along with the synthesizer sounds amazing

"I pray you won't feel as alone as I have felt."

Such strong lyrics on this album.

Peacock original: Wolf Like Me is where I first listened to this

This has become one of my most listened to songs over the past few months. I deal with depression, but I'm the type of person that tries to help everyone else and don't really care about myself to often. I feel like I'm the fortress for so many to come back to. It just speaks to me and the type of person I am to others. Thank you QOTSA for all of your music over the years.

I loved this song before, but now I have a daughter. No words...

Going through what feels like the darkest period of my life right now... something about this song just comforts and really speaks to me. Queens will forever be a huge influence and rock in my life.

the whole lyrics is just... wholesome

Wow this song really hits close to home for me. I have a teenage daughter who is struggling, as I do, with depression. Thanks for the song guys. Thanks for taking off the mask on this one.

As of my viewing within an hour of upload, I've noticed that most of the tracks now have 1 dislike. And I can't help but feel that one mother fucker is responsible for all of them.

This song is everything to me right now. My husband and I have been through a lot in the past year, and we have both been each other's fortress. This song is amazing. And, I want to add that Michael Shuman's bass playing is sublime. He is playing a gorgeous melodic bass line in the midst of a busy arrangement, and it still stands out. Brilliant!

I think this is one of the most beautiful songs josh ever wrote. I get emotional and get the chills every time i hear it cause the lyrics and melody is gorgeous. Such geniuses these guys.😭

Been listening to this band since 15 years, but this morning I was feeding my 1 month boy, singing to this song. Took us 2 years and a lot of pain to get this baby. I suddenly realized the meaning of this song and almost burst into tears. Real artists don't have billion views. They hit you where it needs to be hit, and leave something to be shared.

I'm basically on the first run through this album. As a layman (non musician), I think "Fortress" is brilliant. Brilliant. Another song I'm diggin' is "Un-Reborn Again". Queens of Stone Age-- killin' it! 👍🏿

"I believe I know you; Yet, I don't truly know myself; I pray you won't feel as alone as I have felt" - I'm not a father (yet), but it must mean so much to a QoTSA fan that is already a father or mother to listen to this song, specially now that we know Josh wrote this one with his daughter in mind. Absolutely chilling!

I, just, heard this song and it touched me to the core. The anniversaries of the tragic death of my loved ones are always a challenge to deal with, because one of them was a week before my birthday and two of them were on Christmas Eve (my favourite holiday). But, this song keeps me strong and gives me hope that my heart will heal and feel less broken one day...

Possibly my favourite from Villains. Thanks Queens, you've done it again.

One of the most emotional songs I’ve ever heard.

In my opinion, I feel this was written for Josh's children, everything about it just exudes his love for them! So beautiful!

one of the only band that lets you listen on youtube to the entire album and keeps pumping out epic jams! love you queens forever and always. this song is so fucking good i cant even.

From Badasses in the Desert to the speakers for the dead to the devil himself. QOTSA never fails to cut through the modern noise and tap into those crooked parts of the soul. to me, this is a song about the strength of vulnerability and mutual support. the feeling of having gone through difficulties preparing you to help others through their own struggles.

This song is proof people care about you even if you can't see it. It sounds like qotsa is speaking directly to the listener. Feels pretty good to be in the thoughts of your favourite band right?

still here 1/2022...just watched the first season of Wolf Like Me/episode 1 and it was a perfect closing song and I had to have it, thanx for sucha great song wowww

The chillest album of qotsa

Helping me through multiple lifelong addictions and the death of my father. Reminds me of my Father in heaven, praise Jesus. God bless us all.

Best song on the album by a distance and proof that a QOTSA ballad can kick ass

they weren't kidding when they said that this is the best album ever

I absolutely love how the album (to me) often is reminiscent of Like Clockwork and Era Valguris experimental and more blusey sound from the two albums. Not to mention, Mark Ronson has done a really exceptionally well job on this album.

that transition from domesticated animals to fortress is beautiful.

I do not know of any better band during these 2000s-2010s and beyond. Truly are listening to the GOATS of my generation. QOTSA is up there with 3-4 other bands for me during that time. What say you internet?

Favourite track from the album absolutely love this song

"If ever your fortress caves , You're always safe in mine" Someone that dedicate this song..strong letter

I lost my husband a few months ago. The pain has been unbearable but I heard this song and every time I listen to it, it helps me cope with my grief. I've always loved music but since his passing seems like music is so much more meaningful to me.

with all those suicides happening right now due to untreated depressions, this song is so relatable. I hope there are more people who cares to each other so no one should feel depressed and alone in this world.

Hypnotically beautiful and comforting. Just enough grit, just enough smooth. Thanks.

The beginning of Fortress, the way the intro slowly moves in, is beautiful and haunting. I feel scared, alone, my heart burns, and I want to run. I found out devastating news, before listening to the song, for the first time. It still gets me every once in a while…but such a comforting feeling, when you know, you’re safe and not alone. Love you CW

"Wolf Like Me" brought me here, the song has a very special vibe

Thanks Josh, for writing this song, yes all hearts get broken. ..Great before-bed song

3:14 Best part

He might have written this song for his daughter (or kids) but damn, it speaks to me. Puts me at ease. Love It!

The way this song slowly pulls together is some soul healing shit.

Who's here because of "Wolf Like Me"?

great album but Fortress, there's always at least one genius track in there from you guys and this is it for me

This is probably my favorite songs so far on this album. Just all around a great song.

I remember when I first heard the chorus. The melody was so unpredictable and refreshing. The way he goes up and down in pitch is really cool. Josh has come a very long way as a singer since he started.

i feel like josh put everything from his soul and heart to this album. no wonder the next album takes so long to make. you cannot simply make a better album then this. every note and lyric in this album is brilliant from start to end

So far my favorite from the record. Fell in love on the first listen. It's like the first qotsa song that is simply uplifting without a Wink or sarcasm ... Just beautiful!

From a universal perspective, this is how someone feels about protecting what and who they love. Also the singular focus on man's reverence for women. Muse is only of two kinds.

It's finally growing on me. Having songs from Villains randomly played among other QotSA stuff has saved me!

I think this is the song of the album, great vibe.

I love this song, is one of my favorites of QOTSA so far

Love that guitar part that kicks in at the second verse, hangs around, disappears in the bridge, and then comes back to drive so much of the song after that. (I'm no musician, so that's my best way of describing it.)

This feels like the kind of song you have to share with your loved ones. I just started learning the guitar, I hope to be good enough to play this masterpiece to my child one day.

Best song on the album.

The strongest song in the album

he wrote this for his kids

I dedicate this to my two beloved kids who aren't speaking to me. I love you both today the very same way that I did the first time God let me lay eyes on you. My heart aches for you every single day.

This is probably my personal favorite from this new record. Josh just keeps changing his sound every album and I love it.

my dad told me that this is how he feels with me and when I listened to it and... well let's just say that there were a few tears ❤❤ love you dad

“Wolf Like Me” brought me here. Helped me to understand myself

I now call this the QOTSA 'starter'....I first heard the faint strains of the song in the 1st episode of Wolf Like Me....sent me rushing to Tunefind....and that was beginning of a gorgeous 2 month period of learning all the songs.. the changes of personnel, the whole load...I took a deep dive. I'm 66...a 70's woman....never had heard of them. I just don't get how I missed such great music but I'm in the swim now...and love all the albums ....It's amazing to see how the music and lyrics change as they reflect the life of JH..who is a grown man and who has ALWAYS written what he knows.....

Damn I love this song, one of the best tunes on the album. Takes me away every time...

Best song of the record.

This is such a beautiful song!

"I tell you the awful truth Everyone faces darkness on their own As I have done, so will you Every fortress falls It is not the end It ain't if you fall But how you rise that says Who you really are" ...i'm crying...

just beautiful..everyone face darkness on their own. of their own....

"i don't want to fail you, so i'll tell you the awful truth - everyone faces darkness on their own, as i have done, so will you" Josh Homme gets me more than my mum does.

This is a song for his daughter. Pure, so beautiful love... natural acceptance of her freedom.

Wolf like me brought me here. This song is badass👌🔥🔥

"If your fortress is under siege you can always run to me" always love this

Song with an important message.

Might be their melodic masterpiece.

Song got me through Hurricane Harvey in 2017. Came at the perfect time. I love Josh!❤

The lost art of writing good songs. What a beauty.

Best Song in the Album

Qotsa if your reading this thank you sincerely. Respects from southeast ghetto Los Angeles

This Song is The Gate Between This World and The Void Lost in Time... Thanks for freeing me from my memories... I'll never look back... I'll never go back.

The first time I heard this song, an acoustic version here on KZfaq, it literally brought me to tears. Can't wait to hear the rest of the album. They were kind enough to release it on my birthday. Thanks guys! QOTSA are the best...

Has it really been 3 years? I remember villains coming out like it was yesterday :(