One of the hardest experiences is feeling uncomfortable in your own skin. In this generation specifically, a person’s self-image is plastered all over social media so it’s easy for people to form their own opinions on how they view a person. It’s easier to fake a smile in front of everyone, but the consequence is losing yourself in the process. “Anyone Else” by Sydney Dale goes through this difficult feeling of wanting to be anyone else but yourself.
This song is a balance between recognizing and understanding that you are the only person you can rely on, but at the same time it also explores the creeping thought of wanting to change yourself to be like “Anyone Else”. If you’re someone else, then you won’t have to go through the hardships that you might be facing in your everyday life. The lyrics in this song explain that Sydney usually keeps to herself and that no one is really aware of her struggle, which makes this song more like a cry for help. Maybe if she’s someone else, then she’ll have the confidence she’s been looking for. She’s stuck in a cycle of constantly comparing herself to other girls which is one of the reasons why she’s unhappy.
This song is a perfect combination of a sad message with a more upbeat production. I would classify this as a pop song, but there are definitely elements from other genres that bleed into the sound. Sydney’s voice is soft and consistent throughout, until she gets to the bridge. That’s where her vocals really shine, she hits a lot of impressive notes that really give the song more power and emotion. The production is very layered and truly transforms a song with vulnerable lyrics to a pop hit. The instrumentation is very acoustic and mellow before the buildup of the pop sound. This song is a great example of Sydney’s talent. Another great aspect of this song is that she’s singing about a relatable common experience, so that if you’re connecting with these lyrics it would be more of an incentive to check out her other music.
Sydney Dale has been a musician since she was nine years old. At fourteen, she released her first single and put out her first album “Simple Little Things” in 2021. WIth over 1,300 monthly listeners on Spotify, Sydney has really showcased her talent to a wide audience. Her song “Strangers With Memories” has 65,769 streams and her acoustic cover of “La Vie En Rose (Acoustic)” has 27,970 streams. Sydney uses her strong voice to her advantage and uses it as an instrument where she's able to really convey her emotions through her singing. Besides her beautiful voice, she also plays the guitar, ukulele, and piano. Sydney is definitely a rising star. Check out “Anyone Else” and give it a listen!
Written By Alexa LaMalfa
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