Devoting yourself to someone can be a tricky task when you haven't devoted enough time and effort to yourself. The struggle of understanding who you are and what you need is a conflict everyone can connect to. "Why Them?" is a new release by artist Catlea where they explore the challenges of understanding who you are and how that clashes with your relationships. The indie track runs on distorted guitars and infectious beats as Catlea delivers this performance as if performing spoken poetry. The song really is a whirlwind of questioning everything and trying hard to hold yourself together. Catlea's openness on this track is what makes "Why Them?" a true anthem for listeners that find themselves on similar paths of self-discovery and trying to show resilience with inner and outer conflicts.
What initially sells you on "Why Them?" is its classic indie rock sound. The distorted guitars perfectly match the sense of distress the lyrics paint for audiences. "I don't make good choices, I avoid them like the plague" sets the scene of someone who is self-aware of their issues and actions, and while they continue to make these choices, that self-awareness implies that the speaker does want to change. What makes Catlea's style of writing so interesting is that it feels like reading a journal entry, as if they're having a labyrinth-like conversation with themselves. The bridge especially makes listeners feel like they're tumbling down a hole of disorder in one's mind, only for them to land on their feet, possibly ready to make a choice. "Why Them?" really puts into perspective how important it is for you to understand yourself and put yourself first before considering others because it will leave you hurting yourself and those around you.
Catlea is an artist originally from Cincinnati who has been releasing music since 2019. Catlea has been credited for their introspective writing and musical vulnerability. Catlea is influenced by different styles like rock, indie, pop, and R&B. Their previous EP release, Bones, received over 2 million streams and was praised by other media outlets. "Why Them?" is a part of their debut album, Language Barrier, released on March 6th. This release also coincided with a performance at the Camden Club hosted by BBC Radio 1's Maia Beth. Catlea is certainly a very unique artist and from the moment you listen you feel their music grasping onto you because of how easy it is to connect to their words. When you listen to "Why Them?" be sure to also check our their brand new album, Language Barrier.
Written By Chantal Charles
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