It has never been easy to live as one wants. Societal pressures, familial expectations and even simply making ends meet day by day can prevent one from fully embracing their authentic selves. Sometimes, a person can project their sorrow and insecurities onto others, which can bring anyone who experiences these negative feelings down as well. Aurora Leigh’s latest single, “Emergence,” is all about confronting these feelings and getting back to the beauty that is yourself.
The drums combine with the spacey synth blimps to create a contemplative mood. It creates a soft and soothing atmosphere that makes way for the ethereal vocals of Aurora Leigh. When the tempo kicks up, the bassline takes command to give the whole track a grounded depth. It’s impossible to not move your head to the beat when this happens because the beat is so smooth. Lyrically, the track is all about being empowered to be who you are.
Lines such as “self-doubt shattered in my head, you’re givin’ me a reason” make this feeling immediately apparent, with others such as “you say I’m this and that, but I know who I am and how I live” doubling down on an empowering message of authenticity. The tender vocal performance is soft and matches the contemplative aesthetic of the instrumentals, especially during the surprisingly catchy chorus. The feeling comes full circle around the 2:20 mark, where Aurora Leigh seems to confront the demons haunting her with a refrain of “they were always your scars. They were never mine.” It’s a powerful section that speaks to the power of shedding the judgemental words of others, especially when followed-up by the final chorus.
“Emergence” is a powerful single. While the instrumentals are soft and the tempo isn’t upbeat or dramatic, it stands on its own as a testament to the will of Aurora Leigh. Her passionate performance allows the emotion of her words to shine through and lets you feel her journey. The simple instrumental profile is light and gives the track an airy feel even though it’s dominated by drums and bass, giving the track a unique sense of personality that lets it stand out from other contemplative tracks. When the melody hits just right, you may even find yourself moving to its buttery smooth charm. With a message that’s easy to get behind, a unique instrumental flow and an ethereal vocal performance, “Emergence” is a single that stands out as one worth a listen.
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