"Weapons" by Cass Reinhardt confronts the harsh realities of loving someone who doesn't treat you right. Exploring the manipulative words the speaker's partner has used to tear her down, listeners can feel the vulnerability in the lyrics. There's a grim catharsis felt through the accusatory questions in this track like "how does it feel to wound me?" The heart-wrenching truth of the song is that the speaker is severely hurt by the way she is constantly being spoken to, and the title of the song is used throughout the chorus as a powerful metaphor for the destructive thoughts and language forced upon the her. With a painful lack of autonomy, the lyrics "trying to live while I'm in your possession" take on the struggle of not being in control of your life. An emotional exploration of a toxic romance and a motivating message to leave a relationship that drags you down, this track will have you struck with its poetic honesty and vulnerability.
Taking the raw truth from the lyrics and making them all the more impactful with sound, this somber tune beautifully explores what its like to be hurt by someone you love. Glowing acoustic guitar fingerpicking and Cass's reflective, high vocals open the track, with each word through the verse supported by a resonant echo. Layers of vocals harmonize with expressive high vocals, climbing towards the chorus alongside powerful percussion. As her singing soars comfortably into high notes, angelic vocalizing works softly in the background, supporting the intense feelings of vulnerability in the song. This indie folk-pop track uses the simplicity of its sad instrumentals and the beautiful expression of Cass's vocals to create a truly touching emotional experience.
Cass Reinhardt is a New York-based pop artist with talents as a vocalist, lyricist, and music producer. Her somber, confessional indie pop sound resonates with listeners through vulnerable, raw storytelling. Cass's acoustic guitar talents offer a warmth to her sound, supporting her music in both recorded releases and live performances. She uses social media to connect with audiences with videos of her singing on TikTok. With songs that touch on tough topics like heartbreak and growth, her music is perfect for listeners who like to sink deeply into emotion. Check out the links below to learn more about her music.
Written By Hanna Kowal
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