This song, “Okay” by Erika Emerson, is a soft pop song all about trying to find how to feel okay again. Coming out of a dark time in your life, it can seem impossible to even feel any sort of “normal,” and it seems like everyone is lying when they say it’s right there waiting for you to grasp it. Erika Emerson perfectly captures this strange mix of uncertainty and hope with lyrics like “if this is normal I’ll choose it, but I’m also scared to lose it” and “they make it sound easy and I’d love to believe them,” showcasing how spending so long in the shadows can make you hesitant to trust the light. But just know, the light is just around the corner ready to be found.
“Okay” is a moody, subtle song that uses soft piano melodies mixed with strong vocals to create an atmosphere that matches the darker tone of the message. Starting off quietly, with simple piano chords, you’re drawn into the song carefully, ready for the slight increase in tension with the first verse. The chorus ramps up the intensity, adding in some percussion and speeding up the pace. By the time you get to the bridge, the new tension breaks with stronger vocals and more explosive emotions. Erika Emerson ends the song with a fast return to the softness from the beginning, dropping off and leaving you perfectly hanging. Overall, this song is perfect for sad music lovers and moody playlists, meant for those who love to be in touch with their emotions and truly feel with the lyrics.
Erika Emerson is an up-and-coming queer indie artist raised in Berlin with UK roots. Having found writing music as an emotional outlet, she leans heavily into feelings of sensitivity, aiming to show others that it’s empowering to embrace your own vulnerability. Her voice and sound have gained her an impressive amount of fans already, with the oscillation between fragility and power in her songs creating a uniqueness people love to listen to. Her latest single, “Okay,” marks the fifth out of nine she’s releasing monthly until her debut album drops on February 7th, 2025. Use the links below to listen to more of her music!
Written By Morgan Fischer
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