In an era of music where lyrics have become much more literal, it\u2019s refreshing to hear a homegrown artist buck that trend. Su San\u2019s \u2018IN MY HEAD\u2019 was born out of her mental health struggles during the pandemic lockdowns \u2013 but it\u2019s hard to tell if the song is a cry for help or a self-destructive declaration.\u00a0<\/p>\n
One thing I do know is that \u2018IN MY HEAD\u2019 is hauntingly beautiful.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Self-produced, the track is a crescendo of brooding piano keys, eerie chanting, and a gorgeous performance from Su San herself. \u201cBefore the sun dawns, I must\/Put on my shoes, and cut off my toes,\u201d she sings in the final verse. Vivid imagery without an overarching narrative, but more than enough to drag you into her distressing world. It\u2019s a song that\u2019s more than the sum of its parts.<\/p>\n
Released after a 2-year hiatus from music, \u2018IN MY HEAD\u2019 almost feels like a cathartic release compared to her previous releases such as Su Sun\u2019s 2021 EP \u2018wickedland\u2019. Though as a fan of synth-heavy dark pop, I do hope she ventures into that sound once more.<\/p>\n
Listen to Su San\u2019s \u2018IN MY HEAD\u2019 below.\u00a0<\/p>\n