Move over, heartbreak ballads. There’s a new queen in town, and her name is myah. This rising star from Los Angeles isn’t here for sugar-coated sentiments. With a voice as smooth as a Florida beach sunset and a heart that beats to the rhythm of emo-pop, myah paints a vivid picture of a love consumed by flames – not of passion, but of self-doubt. “flames,” her latest single, released on July 5, is a hauntingly beautiful anthem that will resonate with those of us who’s ever loved someone battling our demons.
The song opens with a deceptive gentleness. Delicate guitar plucks and shimmering synths create a warm, almost comforting soundscape. This tranquility sets a stark contrast to the turmoil about to unfold, perfectly capturing the bittersweet nature of love on the brink of collapse. Then, myah’s voice enters, smooth as silk yet laced with a poignant ache. Her delivery is elegant, a whisper in the dark that draws us closer, urging us to listen to the story etched in every note. Then the opening lines, “Timbers always falling, I don’t like it / I know I can’t really describe it,” prepare the song for its exploration of a turbulent relationship. These lyrics instantly evoke a sense of instability and confusion, mirroring the emotional chaos of trying to salvage a love that seems doomed.
So lyrically, “flames” delves into the heartache of a relationship strained by an avoidant attachment style. myah’s plea to her partner to stay together, despite the overwhelming dark thoughts, is heartrending and relatable. The chorus, with lines like “I feel the flames are burning / I’m tryna stop the bleeding / I want to save you from your dark thoughts,” captures the desperate desire to hold on to love and the pain of watching someone you care about struggle with their inner demons. But in the second verse, “flames” gets more poignant. The lines, “Embers on the ground I can’t deny it / Are you certain this is what you wanted?” question whether their love was ever meant to last. The image of a phoenix, a symbol of rebirth, being “defeated” paints a tragic picture of a love that could not rise from the ashes.
The production, courtesy of Brian Squillace and mixed by Noah Taylor, is a masterclass in pop anthem creation. It boasts a polished and immersive sound. The instrumentation is lush and layered, with a driving beat that complements myah’s emotive vocals. The chorus swells with intensity, creating a dynamic contrast that heightens the song’s emotional impact.
Overall, “flames” is more than a breakup song; it’s a journey through the complexities of loving someone who struggles with self-worth. myah’s raw vocals and the hauntingly beautiful production create an unforgettable experience, leaving us wanting more. myah is poised to become a major force in the music scene with her talent and emotional honesty. This is just the beginning, and Songweb is excited to welcome her again with open arms (and lighters held high). So, prepare to be set ablaze by the rising flames of myah’s music. This is just the beginning for an artist with a bright future ahead.
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PS: The artist was discovered on MusoSoup, and a contribution was made to publish this.
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