A sentimental dive into childhood whimsy, "Wishing Well" by Ava Valianti is a pensive exploration of youthful thinking. The song hangs on the memory of a park slide the speaker holds dear in her heart, delving into contemplations of play and fun, and mourning the slide's destruction along with the slowly dulled light of youth. With powerful metaphors, the lyrics detail the rough struggles of growing up with words like "my paper cuts still sting, and pills I still can't swallow." This track is a powerful journey of reflection, allowing listeners to feel comfortable in free-spirited open-mindedness.
This alternative folk-pop song passionately builds in its sound, moving from a gentle and pensive sonic delve into memory and growing to a bold, loud expressive of individuality. Acoustic guitar brings a glowing brightness to the tune as Ava's high and entrancing vocals work rhythmically through the lyrics. Her singing carries a special folk sound, comfortably twisting through shining notes with a storytelling emotion to her tone. Soft vocalizing sounds in the background, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the chorus. The sound of this song will make you feel warm with it's journey through sound and reflection. At one point, the instrumentals cut out and you'll feel transfixed by the singing before the instrumentals join back in with percussion, piano, and bolder guitar as the vocals gain a rounded, powerful depth.
Ava Valianti is a musician from Massachusetts with an indie pop style, with distinctive high vocals and a guitar-driven sound. This 15-year-old singer and songwriter has had her music featured on upwards of 60 radio stations across North America including WATD's 95.9's Almost Famous Showcase. With performances across New England including festival shows and gigs, Ava has a fascinating stage presence, and earned nominations for multiple New England Music Awards. Ava has several singles released and an upcoming EP in 2025. Check out the links below to stay up to date with her music.
Written By Hanna Kowal
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