Review: "Growing Pains" - Estella Kirk
- Abigail Mornhinweg
- Aug 27
- 2 min read
Estella Kirk’s latest single, “Growing Pains,” has been released. A heartfelt dedication to the process of trying to keep one’s faith while growing up, Kirk questions why growing up has to be so negative. Trying to figure out the unknowns while being proud of oneself for growing throughout the unknowns before strikes a hard balance, but Kirk seems to have unlocked the key for her getting through this process: keeping her faith and wearing her heart on her sleeve. While there are things to be afraid of, like moving away from home and learning how to depend on others, Estella knows that through her faith and belief that she’s going to be okay–a message that’s impactful for young adults everywhere.
Kirk really gripped me in “Growing Pains.” While I don’t share the same faith as her, the message of keeping hope throughout the beginning of adulthood still hits the same, no matter what faith you believe in. Her dedication to her faith while growing into a new person is inspiring; knowing that there’s a solid part of you that’s always going to be there has been a fundamental part of my growing process as an adult, and I felt that deeply translated throughout the song. In a world where burnout and lack of hope runs rampant, “Growing Pains” is a standout song. With hope for the future and knowing that she will be okay, Estella Kirk’s ballad inspires others to keep up a “bright side” perspective, something that’s desperately needed in the world today.
Estella Kirk is an upcoming Christian-pop artist based in the United States. With her music centered on her relationship with her faith, Kirk’s music is deeply personal. With her newest EP on the way, fans and casual listeners can expect a journey with Kirk about shifts in identity, doubts, and tests in faith. With over 21,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, Kirk has been steadily growing since her debut single “Shelter in the Storm,” released in 2020. Writing songs about her experiences with religion with cinematic backing tracks and vulnerable lyrics, Kirk leaves it all on the table for listeners to hear and connect with. You can keep up with Estella Kirk’s latest singles and concert dates on her social media, linked down below.
Written By Abby Mornhinweg
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