We're covering Shaun Ross, Delta Goodrem, Birdy, and more!
It's our weekly song review where we take an in-depth look at five new songs released this past week, March 14–21. Let us know what you think of our music review.
"Billionaire" by Delta Goodrem
Released: March 19, 2021
Album: BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED DREAMS
Highlights:
- Honest, raw passion, and resiliency behind lyrics
- Dramatic, hair-raising musical introduction
- Crunchy guitars clashing against string composition and Goodrem's soaring vocals
- Fast-paced, country twang echoing throughout the track
Standout lyrics: "I didn't drink till I was twenty-seven / The day I went to numb the pain inside me / The emptiness was showing / The hate around me growing / I thought I had to bury my self-worth."
"Deepest Lonely" by Birdy
Released: March 19, 2021
Album: Young Heart
Highlights:
- Clear, haunting range of vocals bringing everything together both as background chorus and verses
- Lyrics framed as both self-talk and to someone else
- Atmospheric tension created by background chorus, piano notes, and main chorus guitar elements
Standout lyrics: "Oh, my deepest lonely / Why don't we waste another day / Starin' out my window in the mornin' rain? / Oh, my deepest lonely / It's me and you again."
"Livin" by Shaun Ross
Released: March 19, 2021
Album: Shift
Highlights:
- Techno-mellow beats building up throughout track
- Dreamy vocals preaching about living your life, creating this reassuring sense for listeners
- Dance-worthy rhythm with hints of nostalgia
Standout lyrics: "Gonna fill up on the love / That I'm receiving / Overnight it to the world / By this evening."
"Rise" by Lost Frequencies
Released: March 19, 2021
Album: Unknown
Highlights:
- Empowering lyrics that capture last year's feelings of ups and downs
- Quickly sang verses building anticipation for the dramatic, triumphant chorus
- Soulful vocals juxtaposed against a techno, DJ-inspired dance track
- Delightful amalgamation of genres
Standout lyrics: "It's been a hard year, feelin' the weight now / All of the hurt, all of the dirt, all of the shame now / Nothing but closed doors, not gonna break down."
"Cheer Up Baby" by Inhaler
Released: March 17, 2021
Album: It Won't Always Be Like This
Highlights:
- Drips with retro, '80s nostalgia
- Easy-going musical composition complimenting radio-friendly vocals
- Fast-paced rhythm, from strumming guitars to building chorus
Standout lyrics: "And I lie in my bed / Under the covers / Never ever to be discovered / Oh and you walked into my room / To offer me a better view / Like I had no clue."
Did you miss last week's music review? Check it out here.
Let us know in the comments what your favorite tune is on this list.
