“So why does all this pain always come my way?”.īig Little flips this idea on its’ head. “Holding on to pain, that is not my way” she repeats in the chorus, acknowledging that regardless of how a situation ends, the healthiest thing you can do is let go. “It’s not my story to tell” she continues, realising she can’t control someone else’s narrative or perception of her. That’s when your colours showed.“ she opens in Not My Way, a track which details somebody who twists stories to paint themselves in the best light. She sings in the bridge as the production becomes more bare more vulnerable. But what about when my thoughts start to ache? Will I be okay leaning into open space?” A train of thought that used to keep me safe. “I know that what I think will come my way. Continuing the idea of harnessing a better mindset, the song describes the power of self-perception what would we think of ourselves if we were looking through the lens of others? “Would I hate myself more or forgive myself for it all?” she sings, toying with the different ways she may be viewed by different people. Detailing her daily anxieties, she sings of a turning point doing her best to take her power back of intrusive thoughts (even if they win sometimes).Ī simple beat and jarring synth opens Stolen Seats. “ For days I wait for you to call, when it could be me on the other line”. The track is as much uplifting as it is, in a way, confronting. But maybe the way out is inside of me?” she sings in the chorus, acknowledging that no one else can heal you but yourself. The song is medium paced, matched perfectly with a balcony beer in the afternoon sun. Combining the best of artists like Kali Uchis, Solange and James Blake, ‘Ties’ offers the perfect slice of neo-soul / alternative pop excellence to act as your comfort blanket through your own internal battles.ĭream-like, somewhat disorderly piano opens Way Out, before the bass and drums kick in. Experimenting outside of her usual bedroom production, Felivand‘s debut boasts an impressive list of collaborators Wes Singerman & Taydex ( Princess Nokia, Kehlani, Anderson Paak), Maxwell Byrne ( Mallrat, Allday, Cub Sport) Ed Quinn ( Slum Sociable, Sycco) and Tristan Hoogland ( Joji, James Blake), to name a few. This month, she released her much anticipated debut album ‘Ties’, an introspective look at mental health, self-care and harnessing a better understanding of oneself. From her silky smooth vocals, her expert lyricism to her killer basslines and lively, yet reserved production, her music has a way to draw you in and keep you wanting more. Words by Emily Hollitt įelivand has been a staple of the local Brisbane / Meanjin music scene for quite some time now.
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