It was released as the lead single from the band's upcoming untitled seventh studio album on October 16, 2024.

[3] In October 2024, it was revealed that the band had left longtime label Hollywood Records and had signed with BMG and was preparing to release new music imminently.

[4] On October 16, the band released "Awaken", their first new music in five years as the lead single from their untitled seventh studio album.

[5][6][7] The official music video for "Awaken" was released on January 10, 2025 and directed by Kyle Coogan.

[8] The music video takes place in a tundra setting, with a storyline of a woman exploring a mountainous region while coming across ice caves, ruins and prehistoric skeletons.