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Hanna Kowal

Review: "what do i do?" - abby sunga


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In an emotional exploration of what is, what was, and what might be, abby sunga's song "what do i do?" will move you as the lyrics grapple with the possibility of rekindling an old relationship. The words tell a story of the speaker being strung along for two years, with most of the decisions and control being held in the hands of their partner. Lyrics like "calling me to tell me I miss you, now I think you finally do" reveal the way the speaker has felt her emotions being toyed with. When a relationship happens on one person's terms, it can send the other on an impossible spiral of confusion, and the chorus of this song takes on that questioning in an introspective repetition of the title. Even through the instability, the lyrics will pull at your heartstrings with the love the speaker feels through it all.



Let yourself get wrapped up in the melodic journey that is "what do i do?" This track will captivate you with abby's soft, entrancing singing taking you through the song's intense emotions, and instrumentals that build over the coarse of the song while maintaining the tune's characteristic bittersweet softness. Glowing, gentle vocals with a breathy and expressive sound draw you into the whirlwind of confusion and vulnerability brought to the surface in the song. Acoustic guitar warmly accompanies the vocals, acting as the only instrumental through the first verse, before layers of guitar, piano, and strings fold in. Percussion and strings take over the sound through the bridge, building an emotional intensity that carries the sound of vulnerability and brings the emotion to a crux. Fans of boygenius and Lizzy McAlpine will love the deeply emotional sound of this track.


abby sunga is an LA-based emerging musician with introspective lyrics and a heartfelt indie-pop style. Her emotionally expressive songwriting skills, powerful vocals, and talents on the guitar create truly impactful music. abby began exploring music at the age of twelve, and takes inspiration from influences like Phoebe Bridgers and Gracie Abrams in her heartfelt sound. She uses her social media as a way to connect with listeners, presenting lyrics and handwritten journal pages on Instagram as a window into the poetics of her life. Check out the links below to learn more about abby and listen to her music.


Written By Hanna Kowal



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