As we celebrate Women's History Month, honoring and empowering the women of the world could never be more important than it currently is. In the midst of a rapidly shifting world, women everywhere have unfortunately had their minds, bodies, and souls challenged as misogyny continues to rise. Too often women are the targets of gender-based violence, threats, and hatred. However, these issues are often brushed aside by society; deemed as something that should only be discussed in whispers to protect the perpetrators instead of protecting the targeted women. These issues must be addressed, and what better way to spread awareness than with meaningful music that can transcend all bounds to prompt discussion? Taylor Bickett does not shy away from calling attention to the painful reality of women everywhere in her heartbreakingly vulnerable song “The Crime". The fear of unprompted violence is one all women know and carry with them, as well as the conflicting advice from society that demands women to be kind or ignore their aggressors. Even when women do what they are taught to do, it is often not enough to avoid danger because the issue does not stem from women and what choices they make. The issue stems from a society that removes culpability from male aggressors and unfairly places the blame on innocent women. Bickett openly spreads awareness on all of these issues as she bravely reveals the horrific assault she once experienced. Even if you cannot directly relate to Bickett's experience, the impactful lyrics will definitely resonate with you. She beautifully gives voice to the shared experience of women, and all the unjust punishments they receive from the world due to no crime other than "the crime of being a woman".
“The Crime" is an incredibly powerful and moving song that represents the experiences of women in such a raw way that it feels cathartic, yet somber at the same time. The gentle sounds of piano keys and airy background music slowly builds at the opening of the song until Bickett's beautiful, soft voice cuts through and immediately grasps listeners. The piano adds a perfect touch of emotion, especially as its tempo increases during the chorus of the song to compliment her powerful vocals. Her tone is melancholy and soft as she grapples with the feeling of being “still lost" due to the many struggles she faces as a woman following an assault. By the chorus, her tone shifts, still laden heavily with emotions of grief, but stronger and louder – like a desperate outcry to have her internal pains heard and understood by everyone. While listening to “The Crime", the surrounding world seems to pause, and you can do nothing but focus on Taylor Bickett's impactful lyrics and voice. Bickett pours her heart out in “The Crime" and brings suppressed emotions in listeners to the surface as they recognize and relate to the storytelling. “The Crime" is not just a song, but a masterful work of art and female solidarity with a deeply emotional listening experience. Taylor Bickett openly shares her experiences while also projecting the silenced voices of women everywhere in a way that is brave, fearless, and truly inspiring.
Indianapolis native Taylor Bickett has been writing music for as long as she can remember, with many impressive projects and achievements that make her an unforgettable artist. With a powerful voice, deeply personal lyrics, and impactful messages conveyed through her music, Taylor Bickett has amassed a dedicated following that relates to her songs. Her latest song “The Crime", released on March 6th, 2025, shows the singer's vulnerability and dedication to transparency as she voices the struggles women face. One of Bickett's previous songs released in 2022, “Quarter Life Crisis”, was a major hit, first introducing the world to the talented singer. “Quarter Life Crisis" went viral on the app TikTok shortly after its release, and has accumulated over 35 million streams on Spotify. Her 2023 EP “grown up and lonely" was another great success that showcased her honest music, furthering her incredible rise to fame. Taylor Bickett will be playing headline shows during the Spring and Summer this year in multiple cities, such as Nashville, New York, Washington, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Additionally, the singer partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 per ticket goes to the nonprofit organization “The Circle” that is dedicated to supporting and empowering women to end gender-based violence. With each new song, Taylor Bickett continues to show her authentic self and creates a safe space for listeners to relate to her, leaving everyone yearning for more of the heartfelt stories she has to offer through her music.
Written By Kyler Griggs
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