While "My Own Hell" was not released as a primary radio single, the album it belongs to, , was a major commercial breakthrough for the band:

The album debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard 200 , selling approximately 44,000 copies in its first week.

Randy Staub , noted for his work with Metallica and Stone Sour.

The lyrics describe a feeling of being trapped within one's own mind, using metaphors like a "padded cell" and a "straight jacket".

Kevin and Kane Churko, with mastering by George Marino.

Lines such as "I'm a prisoner of my own hell" and "Losing the battle I waged on myself" emphasize themes of self-destruction and insomnia.

The song was recorded at in Las Vegas and involved a high-profile production team known for their work in the rock and metal genres: Producers: Five Finger Death Punch and Kevin Churko .

It has since been certified Platinum by the RIAA, representing over 1,000,000 units sold in the U.S.. My Own Hell - song and lyrics by Five Finger Death Punch