Review: "Bleed Out" - Faye Ven

Figuring out where selflessness and putting yourself first in a relationship describes Faye Ven’s lyrics in her new single, Bleed Out. Faye describes her song as reflecting on "having to choose yourself despite hurting them because it's only when you leave that they see your value." Her lyrics delve into finding the right moment to be selfish in relationships while still understanding the person hurting the narrator is being hurt back. The speaker knows the person causing turmoil and hurt is negatively impacting their bond, yet they cannot seem to entirely walk away. There's a push-and-pull between wanting to stay and feeling like the relationship brings out dismal emotions or behaviors. The narrator feels torn between their love for the other person and the awareness that staying may be unhealthy. The title can be interpreted to represent leaving someone else to die – or in this case, bleed out – because they do not appreciate or know what they have until it is gone. 

Faye’s voice combined with the soft but catchy beat allows for the music to resonate with any listener struggling to call it quits. The song’s tone is bittersweet, blending melancholy and quiet determination. Its slow tempo and intimate arrangement mirror the reflective nature of the lyrics. In the ever-so-vast landscape of relationships, the music captures a feeling that can only be felt through the profound lyrics. Faye’s voice, raw and emotive, adds to the vulnerability conveyed in the music, making the listener feel as though they are being let into a deeply personal moment. The overall sound evokes a sense of longing and introspection, leaving listeners with a mix of hurt and catharsis, as they experience both the pain and release of the song’s emotional depth.

Releasing her debut single in November of 2023, Faye has recently entered the indie pop world and is gaining traction fast. Bleed Out is her second single, released in November 2024.  Driven by a lifelong passion for alternative music, she pursued an artist and songwriter career before shifting her focus to empowering others in the industry. Currently based out of the Netherlands, Faye’s being can be summarized in her own words as “tried, sensitive, and overly dramatic.” With a fun and sarcastic personality shining through her social media posts, Faye has her heart and soul in the music industry. Her creative mind and voice await your ears to laugh, smile, and maybe even cry. 

Written By Adalyn Reichenberger

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