"Insecure" by N33T feels like a thought-spiral, with lyrics that draw you straight into the speaker's mind and delve into ideas of anxiety and doubt. Exploring self-destructive thought patterns, the speaker of the song expresses that they always feel like they are doing something wrong. The song mentions the anti-depressant fluoxetine, and layers ideas of other people's perception on top of the pressure the speaker puts onto themself. With the words "don't want to be seen rolling down all over the floor", listeners are given an image of the speaker at their most vulnerable, adding ideas of fear and social anxiety on top of the existing difficult concepts in the track. Standing in solidarity with self-conscious people, this song allows listeners to explore the chaotic thought processes that can drag you down through its introspective lyrics.
Ambient electronic instrumentals open the song with a calmness before humming leads to upbeat percussion energizing the track N33T's vocals are soft and cool, with an emo tone. Through the verse, there's an edginess to the singing, creating a middle ground between the upbeat instrumentals and challenging, introspective lyrics. Vocals harmonize in the chorus as the electronic instrumentals offer a bright warmth. Electric guitar joins the song, offering an energetic texture as the chorus continues on. Bubbling like water and various other electronic instrumental sounds add a cerebral feeling to the bridge before a truly brilliant electric guitar interlude that continues on even as vocals and other instrumentals join back in. Representing the beauty and chaos a troubled mind can hold, this alternative pop song has a captivating sound.
N33T is an Australian alternative pop artist who blends genres like indie rock in their exciting style. Their discography is rich with singles and a recently released album called "All the things I couldn't change" which is packed with introspective lyrics and an exciting alternative pop sound. They have collaborated with artists like Bendel, Hiraeth Ink, and acloudskye. N33T has songs that have earned a place on Spotify editorial playlists, and an energetic style influenced by the Melbourne punk scene as well as artists like The 1975 and underscores. Check out the links below to keep up to date with their music.
Written By Hanna Kowal
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