Today, we’re pleased to introduced Johnaé Elease, the emerging singer, songwriter and musician who often advocates for more mental health awareness. As such, the artist wrote personal song ‘Headphones’ back in 2018 that documented her experience of social anxiety during that time. Since then, she recorded the track in her home studio with the addition of guitarists Cory Clark and her husband Myles De Felicis as a co-producer. The result is a refreshing, heart-on-sleeve single that seeks to find connection with listeners out there who have fought their own mental health battles.
From the very start, ‘Headphones’ strikes us an uplifting tracks that makes the most of intricate strings and laidback rhythms to ensure a soothing atmosphere for potential listeners. In keeping with the calm atmosphere, Johnaé Elease‘s voice is soulful and joyful to reflect the comfort that the artist found in music.
Speaking about ‘Headphones’, this talented artist shares that it’s “a (hopefully) relatable song for those of you who have also dealt with social anxiety at some point, and a testament to music’s power to lift our spirits during life’s toughest moment.”
Throughout this feel-good track, Johnaé Elease provides a compassionate and engaging perspective that fellow anxious people will surely be able to find common ground in. One of our favourite lines has to be “I’m not trying to be anti-social, I’m just a little anxious, but nothing puts my mind at ease like a never-ending playlist.” As you’ll often find in the music blogosphere, many of us become so passionate about music as a coping mechanism for the stresses of life. There’s a song for every mood, situation, and struggle. It’s safe to say that ‘Headphones’ will be one we’re turning to when we next need a pick-me-up.
You can also listen to ‘Headphones’ in our Shades of Pop playlist.
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