An insight into a fraction of the many conversations that happen in my head
‘Renaissance’ becomes more than just an album, more than just a tour, but a milestone and a cultural moment. And on a personal level, it has changed my life, igniting a new creative passion that has lit a fire within and opened doors for me.
The current social media trend of sped-up music has led to popular songs being altered to at least 1.3-1.5 times their normal speed, adorned with squeaky vocals pitched up to higher registers... Embedded within the context of a history of sped-up music, we can see the recent movement as more meaningful; perhaps a natural progression or welcome revival of sounds that rose in popularity at the start of the millennium.
True strength does not come from pretending everything is alright; it comes from knowing that you got through 100% of your worst days and that you’ll get through 100% more... here's to life in all of its messy, unstable, unpredictable glory.
Renaissance exhibits vivid artistry, vocal agility, bold experimentation, and continued evolution, presenting a body of work distinct from the rest of her ample discography. The project is doused in glitz and flamboyance, birthed from a rich history of queer excellence, inspired by countless unsung heroes of colour, and woven from the threads of a musical tapestry that spans genres from disco to house to New Orleans bounce.
See, the problem with being a black woman trying to date within her own race is that you can sometimes end up simply switching out racism for misogynoir... It is so disheartening and draining to be faced with discussions like this when your main intentions are to be open and have some light-hearted fun on the internet.
The wonder of therapy is that it provides a platform for self-exploration. It can give us a new pair of eyes to see ourselves and the world with. Whether you’re happy, sad, grieving, recovering, heartbroken, content or just getting by... if you were waiting for a sign to invest in your mental health, this is it.
Are you lonely, or are you just over-emphasising the importance of romantic love whilst neglecting to see the glory in its counterparts? Let us cherish love of friends, love of family, love of humanity, love of self, love of art, love of life.
What's the point in New Year's Resolutions anyway? Well, we divide our lives into years just like books are divided into chapters; there is something exhilarating about not knowing how the story may unfold... The New Year gives us a definitive milestone to reflect upon who we once were, who we are now, and who we may want to become.
I love music more than anything. Like oxygen, I feel like my heart would stop without it. I'm by no means a music critic, but I have no shame in saying that I have an excellent ear. Here is a selection of my favourite songs last year, the songs that made me feel something in 2021.
A label initially intended to unite and provide a safe space for people to speak about their experiences of loneliness and romantic isolation has become subsumed under a narrative of homicide, violence and hatred.
Davina's Mind... 