Review: "Her" - Ellise
- Karlee Skipper
- Mar 27
- 3 min read
Ellise’s latest single is a gut-wrenching, yet infectious track that reels the listener in from the very first note. “Her” describes the singer's unrelenting jealousy and her inability to stop comparing herself to others. The song is the third release from her upcoming EP, Bedroom Confessional. The project is an anthological piece of art where each song focuses on a different emotion, ones often hidden in the darkest parts of our minds. “Her” homes in on envy. Throughout the track, Ellise confesses her desire to be like her muse, to the point that it has become obsessive. In the first verse, she opens the song with the lines: “Guilty pleasure // Know you met Her last November // You’re together // But boy I bet I know Her better.” This instantly gives the listener an insight on the situation, bringing up images of Ellise stalking her ex’s new girlfriend on social media, dating back years before they met. Her fascination has cemented it’s deep into the artist, refusing to relinquish Ellise from the thought of being her. About the song, the singer admits that the song is not about one particular person, but more of the overarching idea of another woman. When looking at the lyrics on Apple Music, “Her” was capitalized, signifying that the subject is not one specific person, but an entire entity itself - the subject of Ellise’s envy. Once again, the singer crafted a flawless masterpiece that explores deeper, darker themes than are typically touched on in pop music.
Ellise is known for her dark-pop soundscapes. However, the singles on Bedroom Confessional deviate from the style, going for a more retro-inspired dream-pop soundscape. “Her” begins with a whimsical synth intro that sets the nostalgic atmosphere. After a couple measures, this instrumentation stops, and the steady beat and Ellise’s angelic vocals begin, lulling the listener in. In the pre-chorus, the song builds, and the whimsical intro is reintroduced, creating a stunning dynamic. This continues throughout the song, keeping the audience entranced by the ethereal production. The song concludes with a passionate outro where she utilizes heavy vocal effects to emphasize the desperation and intensity behind the lyrics. Just like her previous singles, “Her” solidifies Ellise as an ever-evolving artist who consistently delivers immaculate art.
Ellise is a dark-pop singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles. She moved to the area at 17 to pursue her career. Since then, she has made incredible waves in the industry. In just her first year, she was selected for the UPROXX Uncharted series to work with producer Chris Seefried to craft her first single, “Break Down.” The same year, she was a finalist in the 2016 iHeartRadio Rising Star Competition. In 2018, she released her debut EP, Can You Keep A Secret? In 2021, she released her debut album, Chaotic. She has collaborated with artists such as Iggy Azalea, Savage Ga$p, and my personal favorite, Mothica, and DeathbyRomy, on a remix of Ellise’s song, “Soul Sucker.” With two full-length albums and two EPs, Ellise is best known for her haunting pop songs that fuel the inner dark side of listeners. She recently wrapped up Act II of the PRETTY EVIL tour with Meg Smith and is now focusing on her upcoming EP, Bedroom Confessional, out April 10th. Read my interview with her about the project here and follow her on all socials to stay up to date with new music and announcements!
Written By Karlee Skipper
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