Review: "Bad Habit" - Yana Rose

Yana Rose has just released her breakout single of the summer, “Bad Habit,” a broodingly addictive track that holds nothing back. In this song, Rose exposes the never-ending cycles that come with toxic relationships: flaky behavior, shady patterns, and a long list of red flags. “As soon as he’s a little distracted, we slip back to bad habits," Rose sings, knowing all too well the signs of eyebrow-raising tendencies creeping back in. Telling her story with a cutting edge and catchy melody, Rose creatively captures the attractive, yet dangerous habits partners fall into when impulse makes them all too tempting. Sharp and cleansing, "Bad Habit" offers a glimpse into Rose's artistic depth and poignant storytelling.

"Bad Habit" combines a dark indie-pop sound with a jazzy underbelly to create something both hypnotic and musically dynamic. The striking bassline immediately grabs the listener's attention, setting a sultry, moody vibe for the rest of the track. Rose adds in wispy harmonies and whispered ad libs that give the song an entrancingly intimate feel. Lastly, the hook is undeniably addictive; Rose's vocals float gracefully over the instrumentals and give the song a perfect touch of sweetness to counter its cutting instrumentation. Overall, this song is one listeners can easily get lost in. Gliding along the beat and swaying to the all-too-real lyrics, this "Bad Habit" is perfect for replays.

Nashville-based singer-songwriter Yana Rose is a rising Indonesian-American artist with a genre-bending voice and a heart built for emotional honesty. After graduating college, Rose chose to follow her heart and pursue music as a career, finding her niche in vulnerable storytelling and deep instrumentals. Rose’s fusion of various genres, paired with her authentic lyricism, expands her sound to all kinds of audiences and has helped solidify her place in the indie-pop scene. In tune with her complex emotions, she captures the complexity of being human: the beauty in heartache, introspection, and messy relationships with ourselves and others. "Bad Habit" is just one of the many beautiful demonstrations of Rose's special outlook on the craft and one-of-a-kind charm. She has an exciting project on the horizon, with a new upbeat single releasing in October that will showcase the dualities of her artistry and talent. Stay tuned for more updates on Rose's timeline, and follow the links below!

Written By Pejah Carr

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