“Bad Things Right” by artist Salt Ashes explores liberation and living life away from judgment. It’s an anthem that understands how rebellion may be necessary to live a life free from expectations that are only harmful. The alt-pop track is the aftermath of always being considered the “villain” and how this constant antagonization has left the speaker with no other solution but to show pride in their characterization. What’s great about “Bad Things Right” is it explodes with confidence, and it has the right amount of energy to empower those who often feel villainized and need a push to feel pride in who they are.
There are a lot of fun artistic choices made with “Bad Things Right.” The little giggle in the beginning adds to the playful nature of the song. "Bad Things Right" was definitely made to dance to, the confidence that bleeds out of this song is incredibly infectious. What’s fun about the lyrical content is you can see a clear build-up in frustration as Salt Ashes narrates the tales others have spread about them and how that has developed into the acceptance of being the “villain.” The electronic elements are just so cool, and they sound so nice alongside Salt Ashes’ voice. She sounds so great on this track, and it truly brings this character she has created to life. With "Bad Things Right," Salt Ashes shows her audience that they should show pride in what others critique them for and that in order to be true to yourself you have to push against expectations.
Salt Ashes, also known as Veiga Sanchez, began her musical journey in 2014. She has received lots of praise from different sources like The Guardian, Buzzfeed, DIY, and many more. Her album “Killing My Mind,” which was released in 2021, did very well and made it to the Top 10 of the iTunes Pop Album Charts. Additionally, Salt Ashes' other releases have done well, earning her spots in the Billboard Dance Charts and being played on BBC Radio 1. Throughout her career, she has built a loyal following and continues to excite listeners with the work she puts out. What “Bad Things Right” does well is it creates a safe space for those who are tired of being antagonized and are ready to find peace in doing what they want when they want it because there’s no use in following the standards of everyone else.
Written By Chantal Charles
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